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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1951
Page
6
A Sheaffer survey of 5 000 principals finds 64.4 percent vote that today s students write as well or better than a generation ago. Principals credit improved teaching methods and wider use of penmanship instruction amid distractions.
The article notes penmanship endures after twenty one years in radio with famous guests on Ben Grauer's show. It cites a public survey showing most principals say handwriting improves grades due to better teaching and equipment, though a minority see decline versus past generations.
Beth suspects her husband Phil of infidelity after Mrs. Luther hints at Gretchen Carter’s beauty. At a spring opening ball Beth confronts Gretchen on the terrace and discovers the man with Gretchen is Ave Luther, shattering Beth’s trust.
Crossword item lists clues with across and down entries. The page compiles clues for a weekly puzzle including terms like lowest point queen of fairies and insurge nts, with numerous celestial, linguistic, and geographic hints. Answers cross reference several ancient and modern terms, indicating a standard newspaper puzzle feature.
The piece argues that Gen. Douglas MacArthur acted under military training to place Congress above the President in directing U.S. policy. It cites Bradley and Marshall, notes rumors of a high command feud, and warns that continued inquiry harms national unity while asserting Congress and the people as ultimate authority.
Residents note no retail cuts in meat prices in their town while questions rise about whether the recent price reduction push was talk or action. Stakeholders call for transparency and concrete steps from retailers to pass savings to shoppers.
The farmer’s pledged reductions on meat animals have not yet reached buyers who await lower prices. thus far, only a promise has been made with no confirmed sale or delivery to the public.
Purdue agronomist Dr. J B Peterson urges adding organic matter to soil through well fertilized legumes and grasses. Regular rotation with alfalfa sweet clover and fibrous grasses loosens compacted soil, improves drainage and nutrient availability, and enhances soil structure for higher yields.
Classified listings announce plaster and mortar mixers, electric popcorn machines, generators, café fixtures, a potato peeler, a service station for sale with 24 acres, a motel-site potential, and a hosiery offer from Marguerite Hosiery Co with anklets and a mail-in promotion. Includes names GOLDBLATT & CO, Sylvester Oil Co, R. H. Morey, Fred Hucker, and Marguerite Hosiery Co.
Classified agricultural notices list farms for sale across California and nearby states. Items include 5 acre plots near Los Angeles with fruit trees and poultry facilities, 9 acre ranch with a modern house in Archie Missouri, and a 36 acre avocado and citrus estate in Escondido. Also includes job ads for nursing and home sewing work and livestock breeding listings.
Farmers learn pasture as a key to lower milk and beef costs. Two thirds of land in grass with potential for a 25 percent expansion. A better grass program increases profit per acre as beef demand rises.
An accurate inexpensive soil testing kit is on the market. Local garden shops and hardware stores stock the kit containing all solutions to test nitrogen, phosphorous, and potash. It includes full easy to understand instructions and promises value for home gardeners.
Miss Marguerite Briggs of the University of Illinois urges families to inspect first aid kits this spring. She advises replacing expired antiseptics and salves, replenishing tape and bandages, and ensuring ready supplies for summer accidents.
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