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Newspaper
Shawano County Journal
Location
Shawano, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1939
Page
4
A columnist notes that success brings heavy burdens including mountains of red tape. The central statistical board's report shows 125 million questionnaires annually, with some firms filling 142,000 forms and many inquiries duplicated four times. The piece argues that successful businessmen face constant administrative strain and still dream of simpler days.
A reflective piece argues that despite record tax collections of 5.659 billion in 1938 and rising deficits, the United States should reconsider the balance between government expense and citizen freedom. It warns that excessive taxation could threaten democratic ideals and urges government to serve the citizen by leaving him alone.
During 1938 the National Board of Fire Underwriters reports total direct fire losses in the United States reaching 302,500,000 with monthly lows and highs noted. The rise follows a five year downward trend and highlights fire as an individual and collective risk, with experts estimating up to 50 percent of fires preventable through caution and knowledge of hazards.
Derwriters in New York offers a wealth of free literature on fire prevention. Local readers are invited to take advantage of the materials available at 85 John Street.
Statistics reveal more men joining church related clubs and attending services, signaling renewed spiritual engagement. A speaker at a men’s group described harmony between religion and science, noting telescopes and microscopes reveal the Creator’s works. In unsettled times, men’s church activity stands as a hopeful trend.
Circuit Judge E V Werner urged a program to induct local youths into citizenship as they reach majority. A Wisconsin senate bill would designate a yearly Citizenship Day, with governor designation, but supporters prefer grassroots observance driven by civic responsibility.
According to Newsdom the surge in wage and hour laws and rising taxes forced over 50 daily papers in the United States to fold in 1938. Some converted to weekly publics, others quit entirely as costs rose. The piece laments payroll taxes rising from 2 to 3 percent, hurting growth and deterring private investment.
A reflective column notes that winter brings social life and community action while condemning summer’s dispersal. It argues January and February depart time’s clock, but winter’s gatherings spur progress and civic work despite the season’s chill.
Harold Shumovitz of Shawano High School outlines seven cardinal music education principles health breath control sight reading and character building at a Shawano Woman's Club meeting. He stresses music as mind training and a pathway to vocation while noting dance march and ethical conduct as core elements. Additional notes cover a March 3 program by the Shawano Male Chorus and piano selections by Miss Reetz. Grandpa Jeske marks 82nd birthday with family gathering and reflections on health sight singing and rural life. He remains active despite blindness and enjoys social visits, summer home time, and his pipe.
A birthday open house was held at the Zingler farm near Shawano as Mrs Edward Zingler Sr. marked her 65th birthday with family and friends calling to offer congratulations. She has lived on the highway B farm for 65 years and reared a large family with visits from children including Oscar Wagner William Zingler of Suring Louis Zingler of Leopolis.
Mary Szutkowski and Robert Owen of Eland were married at St. Philomene parsonage Birnamwood with Father Schmidt performing the ceremony. The bride wore a satin gown and veil, with a calla lily corsage. 100 guests attended a wedding breakfast afterward.
Miss Elfera Eggert entertained at a casting party Monday evening then hosted guests at her home for a late afternoon tea. Mrs Clifford White and Mrs Bak kom helped serve. Red roses center the tea table and the Methodist Ladies Aid meets at 2 30 this afternoon at church parlors with Aira Irvin Cochran and Mrs Clarence Weber as serving chairmen. Mr Felts birthday dinner honored by friends and relatives. Miss Luella Kroenke hosted sewing club Monday evening and a delicious lunch followed. Mrs Charles Stier hosted a Monday club luncheon at 1 PM with contract bridge in play.
A vintage recipe-style feature from Wisconsin highlights using dairy products for protein during Lent. It showcases cheese and eggs as main courses, with Wisconsin peas vegetables and cherries and blueberried fruits as seasonal salads and desserts. The piece includes recipes for pasta with cheese tomato sauce Russian salad and Jellied celery and peas mold and an apple crisp using Wisconsin apples.
A collection of dessert recipes using blueberries and cherries with Graham crusts and simple fillings. Blueberry tart details include buttered crusts, brown sugar, butter, cheese, and a baked custard style filling with blueberries. Cherry Marshmallow Cream mixes cherry juice sugar cornstarch and marshmallows, finished with cream and coconut. Serves six and notes abbreviations used.
Protestant women across the world observe World Day of Prayer as a Lent observance for missionary work and international goodwill. A union service at the Peace Church Friday at 7:30 features music and devotion led by officers. speaker Mrs J R Denyes, Malaysia missionary veteran and Lawrence College faculty member, will discuss modern world events and mission trends. Public invited.
St James Lutheran at Andrews and Randall invites all to Lent services starting Thursday evening February 23 at 7 30 p m in English. First service focuses on the garden of Gethsemane with Peter's question and will feature music by the senior choir.
A writer argues against horns by noting that poor weather periods already see low fatalities as drivers slow down. He contends removing horns could curb thoughtless driving, urging readers to send criticisms or suggestions to the newspaper.
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