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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1948
Page
6
A farmer, Chris Thornton, stranded in a well, recalls a line from his youth and debates escape. With a swollen ankle and dwindling water, he entertains haunting dreams and longs for rescue as his dog waits above, while neighbors and rain seem unlikely.
An elderly man trapped in a well recalls schoolmates as he worries about his crops and a ladder arrives to rescue him. A stranger from Valley Farmer arrives with a subscription renewal, illustrating the proverb about delaying actions. The tale ends with the man recognizing the wisdom of timely effort.
Homemakers stock a variety of easy to prepare treats for drop in visitors or after games. Ice cream with fruit and punch serve large crowds, plus quick refrigerator cookies and several sandwich ideas using pantry staples. Includes recipes for chocolate coffee punch and multiple cookie doughs with simple baking steps.
A psychologist notes negativism and stubbornness as disruptive traits in adults and children. He describes negativistic personalities as contrarian, unproductive and weak minded, urging self examination to overcome these tendencies and achieve growth and likability.
The U S labor data show 1947 as the seventh straight year with more than two million workers disabled by on the job injuries. 17 000 workers died in 1947 with 1 800 totally disabled and 90 000 permanently impaired. The rise followed higher employment and notable disasters at Texas City and Centralia Illinois.
A daily care guide for refrigerators notes defrost weekly to prevent ice buildup and keep doors closed when not in use. Clean interiors with warm water and baking soda, avoid abrasives on enamel, wipe exteriors daily, remove fingerprints, and wipe spills promptly. Regularly dust the lower unit compartment and keep pilot lights clean.
Cold salmon salad with potato chips and toasted rolls is paired with carrot sticks radishes and pickle fans. An ice box lemon pie and beverages complete the spread.
Step by step directions and illustrations guide readers to build a garage with a rear closet and outside entry for garden tools and bikes. The plan includes a six foot workbench, a breezeway to the house, and space for a deep freeze unit or canned goods storage. Pattern No. 118 offered by East Bird Pattern Company.
A brief note states that eggs cooked in the shell by simmering rather than boiling will look and taste better. It emphasizes gentler heat yields improved texture and flavor.
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