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Newspaper
Polk Progress
Location
Polk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1937
Page
2
Vice Premier Valery Mezhlauk appointed to succeed the late Gregory Ordjonikidze as commissar of heavy industry. Mezhlauk, a familiar figure in the United States, has extensive experience visiting American industrial centers.
Nebraska begins collecting a four cent gasoline tax on March 1 for the first time since November 1935 while dealers discount prices to reflect the tax. The change follows delays in SB 158 and the governor's measure, with estimated losses up to $6,000 daily and uncertainty about timing for restoring the five cent levy.
Lincoln civil engineering chair Professor Clarke E Mickey travels to Washington to confer with PWA authorities on the United Public Power and Irrigation district’s plan to construct dams and reservoirs along the Republican river to irrigate about 32 thousand acres.
Chancellor E A Burnett broke ground on the University of Nebraska campus for a $400,000 Student Union building. The project marks the first step in delivering space for student activities and organization offices, with professors and regents watching.
State Engineer A C Tilley approved the Stanton county rural electric district. Engineer O R Toman estimated a cost of 303,873 for 281 miles of transmission lines to serve 970 customers.
Lincoln George W Hood region al soil conservation forester said this winter conservation workers planted more than 1 000 000 acorns on Nebraska farms to fight erosion. They also planted over 139 000 pounds of black walnut and 2 600 pounds of hickory nuts. Walnuts typically grow 12 to 18 inches high and hickory 6 to 12 inches in the first year.
Lincoln reports January gasoline tax receipts of 622974 dollars, 172000 less than January 1936. Director Banning cites legislature delays and a pending gas tax bill as cause, with dealers delaying purchases hoping for a one cent reduction on March 1.
Lincoln State Engineer A C Tilley approves district plans funded by a $212000 REA loan. The project aims to string about 140 miles of transmission lines to serve 200 irrigation pumps and many Buffalo County farmers, with estimated total costs of $287045.
Lincoln C R Freeborn, chief clerk of the Burlington, cited reports from agents in Lincoln, Omaha, and Wymore divisions indicating an excellent wheat outlook. They noted 90 to 100 percent prospects between the Lincoln Hastings line and the Kansas border, with sub soil needing rain but little damage from dust storms this year.
T E Damm chief of the industries section of the FHA told the Nebraska Lumber Merchants association in convention that an era of wholesale marketing of small homes will open this year. He said 3000 model small houses will be built nationwide as part of a builders revolution offering finished houses with price tags on the doors at various figures.
A column riff discusses the duke of Windsor and Mrs. Simpson seeking a private US hideaway after marriage to escape crowds. It cites Mount McKinley Death Valley and Alcatraz as imagined havens and lampoons public attention in a period voice. The piece pivots to Lent, Browder, and spring musings with humorous social jabs.
Lesson for March 14 centers on John 16 and 17 with emphasis on Jesus interceding for his followers. It outlines the Holy Spirit’s role, three prayer asks for believers, and themes of consecration sanctification and glorification in a unity bound by love in Christ.
A meditation on private belief becoming public truth. The text argues that personal convictions shape collective perception as the inmost becomes the outmost, with initial thoughts echoed by judgment. The passage emphasizes authenticity and the danger of ceding private truths to the many.
Melt butter and lard together then mix in the remaining ingredients. Add a heaping teaspoon of baking powder and bake twenty to thirty minutes.
Collier's weekly notes that a good tail is vital for steering and balance in racing greyhounds and horses. Mick the Miller credited with tail mastery and Coron son of Coronach failed due to lacking a tail, illustrating the tail's impact on performance.
An old advertisement touts Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a tonic helping women of all ages for nearly seven decades. The piece frames the product as a trusted remedy supported by long standing use.
Thoughtful reflection on the balance of wit and whimsey among gifted individuals. The quotation suggests even high intellect carries the tendency to drift, mixing serious insight with lighter impulses.
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