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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1948
Page
3
A street comic laments Broadway’s decline from glitzy Ziegfeld era to today’s hustling, cash‑only business. A Panhandler, townsfolk, and taxi driver chaffer for coins as rain starts, while the comic debates selling his stand and leaving showbiz. The piece captures urban vaudevillian grit and street-seller tensions.
The piece argues labor seeks a larger share of the sales dollar while capital and management insist on their small, under one cent take. Tax collectors take about 30 cents, and John Q Public seeks lower prices. Two paths are offered: curb taxes or boost production to lower prices, or a mix of both to ease inflation and benefit all parties.
A Farm Journal reader argues that wartime unity with Britain has given way to socialist policies under Prime Minister Atlee. He warns the sun may set on the British empire and urges farmers to resist Washington control by advocating independent decision making.
Iowa State researchers report four main benefits from cover crops seeded with corn and other crops. They protect soil from August to May, add organic matter and nitrogen especially with legumes, and improve soil tilth. Tests with sweet clover show higher nitrogen and organic matter, plus deeper root systems loosening compacted plow sole and aiding subsequent crops.
The piece notes intelligence battles among major powers amid tensions over Berlin and a sensational Masaryk death claim. It reports Czech rejection of a self-inflicted death theory, suggests Russian intelligence involvement, and notes vanished Masaryk attendants. Additional items mention a lemon decorated car, Old Mother Hubbard’s in Manhattan, and gossip about public figures.
Sweet clover and alfalfa boost soil nitrogen and organic matter if well fed. Legumes require phosphate and potash and thrive where the soil is limed to correct acidity and supply calcium.
Howard O. Selby of the United Farmers of New England argues farmers averaging 6000 pounds per cow are near subsistence. He suggests raising to 7500 pounds annually could improve economic viability and align with national group standards.
Horses under treatment do much better at pasture than in stables if the weather is suitable. If sick horses must be stabled quarters should be clean and well ventilated. Be gentle in dressing wounds clip closely or shave the hair around the wound and make sure that no discharge from around the edges is carried into the wound. Proper drainage of the wound must be assured.
Woman suggests transforming worn adult garments into child friendly outfits with careful cutting, new patterns, and contrasting fabrics. Reuse old dresses shirts linens and curtains to create dresses jumpers and overalls with tailored detailing and affordable creativity.
A guide to using tricot knit sharkskin and Avisco rayon blends for girls and boys garments. It covers fabric choices for durability, sewing methods, pattern use, and practical tips on sizing, pockets, patches, hems, and knee wear for active children.
A playful note extols a dream fabric for nightwear offering matching negligees. It highlights comfort and style in a carefree tone.
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