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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1936
Page
3
Electrical researchers report many farm homes have insufficient illumination. Light meters show a large percentage inadequately lit, raising questions about vision protection as reforms to electric lighting spread. Manufacturers claim newer electric and mantle lamps produce four to twenty times more light than standard kerosene or gasoline options.
A tired shark washed ashore off the coast of Cuba near Havana with an automobile tire encircling its body. Two boys easily lassoed and dragged the exhausted shark to shore after it struggled to free itself. The report comes from Collier's Weekly.
A columnist argues that men in the public eye tolerate fictional anecdotes if they are clever and insightful. The piece considers the balance between satire and respect, urging witty storytelling that informs without injuring reputations.
Across reports from the Harvard Tercentenary and Mayo Clinic, scientists reveal cortin from suprarenal glands may regulate blood chemistry and survival in gland-removed animals while a fig tree latex and ficin enzyme show promise against parasites and bacteria. Researchers discuss a virus family in a twilight world that both harms and heals, and diet advances claimed to boost mental and physical traits in future populations.
A Washington article recalls historic trials of animals for murder and mayhem. It notes ancient practices where owners were sued, animals were tried in Europe and Asia, and various fates were used from hanging to torture. The piece cites examples from Brazil, Basel, and ancient Persia, and mentions early U.S. cases in New Haven.
A man harvested his morning grown wheat with a combine that cuts and threshes in one operation. He ground some of the grain in the afternoon and his wife prepared wheat gems for supper.
The Federal Home Loan Bank Review reports July 1936 building activity climbs to 37.9 percent of the 19.6 index, highest since 1929. Dwellings authorized in July exceed 1935 by 158 percent. total construction cost up 182.3 percent. Multi family homes reach 49 percent, led by New York, California, Ohio, Massachusetts, and Illinois.
Ralph Hemphill, president of a diesel schooling system, told engineers that drouth proof farming can be achieved by cheaply generated diesel power to pump water to dry areas. He urged federal funding to help farmers in the dust bowl acquire diesel engines, wells, and pumping setups to minimize crop losses and sustain family and stock.
Senator Benjamin A. Javits outlines a strategic plan for New York focusing on economic growth, infrastructure, and urban renewal. He emphasizes federal support, bipartisan cooperation, and targeted investments to boost jobs and modernize transportation.
Crochet pattern for a lacy square design described as quick to learn and easy to crochet. Provides instruction to mail 15 cents and pattern number with name and address to the Arts Dept. in New York for the pattern.
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