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Newspaper
Polk Progress
Location
Polk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1937
Page
6
Heating expert John Barclay warns homeowners not to burn garbage in home furnaces. He notes furnaces are built for coal only and burning waste creates heavy soot and clinkers, reducing heat and efficiency. Keep the ashpit clean and maintain a clean furnace for better service and comfort.
Collier’s Weekly notes that strict social politeness from early childhood leads to a lack of intervention in emergencies. It claims purse snatching in broad daylight is common as thieves assume bystanders will not act.
Wheeler and Marian push toward a remote cabin at the gulch head hoping to find a killer. They uncover Lon Magoon dead from a shotgun blow and piece together that the 94 enemies may be coordinating killings and spying through Magoon and Flagg as they hunt for truth and survival.
Advertises sewing patterns for children and young women with themes of youth, style, and practicality. Promotes Pattern 1965 for ages 4 12, Pattern 1359 for 12 20, Pattern 1402 for 34 46, with yardage details and sewing instructions from The Sewing Circle Pattern Dept Chicago. Provides prices 15 cents and offers Barbara Bell Pattern Book price 15 cents.
Chicago educator Dr. Charles A. Stone nicknamed the arithmetic doctor uses a new method to diagnose each pupil’s math difficulties like a doctor. He tests and concentrates treatment on trouble spots such as adding fractions and decimals. Pupils gain confidence, improve study zeal, and transform personalities.
The Pacific islands Tongareva and Suvarov are highlighted for their pearl and pearl-shell fisheries.
Authorities warn winter driving demands chains for safety. A National Safety Council report notes 28,140 traffic deaths in early 1937, up 9 percent from a year before. AAA tests show chains on rear wheels cut stopping distance by 45.8 percent and by 66.8 percent with chains on all four wheels.
A historical note says advertising created demand leading to mass production, more jobs, improved quality, and lower prices. It contrasts a 1950s price of about $5,000 for the cheapest car with today's around $700 for a much better model.
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