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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1942
Page
7
Answers cover the mantic art concerned with divination esotericism and omen reading. Salem refers to the city of Salem Massachusetts. Bushido means the samurai code of chivalry and ethical conduct. The 1692 witchcraft prosecutions led to seven executions. The woman remembered for not changing her name to her husband is Abigail Adams. Lupine refers to the wolf or wolfish animal.
Question quiz item asks which island is the Philippines largest by area and includes other prompts such as settlers agreeing to form a civil body politic and names like Lucy Stone and Plymouth noted among the options.
A young woman hesitates with change on a bus as she asks the conductor to break a five dollar bill. He refuses politely and suggests repayment later, while she nervously fears never meeting again and tries to charm him with a smile.
The article notes that since World War I the American Red Cross has offered nutrition courses to educate households on proper diet to keep soldiers fit. It cites one third of war applicants rejected for health reasons and reports over 500000 women earning Red Cross Food and Nutrition certificates in 1,860 counties. Courses cover food amounts and types, economic buying, ration use, and meal planning to boost family strength for the war.
The feature discusses a dressing table setup with a pink cotton stool top and light white muslin draping edged in embroidery. It describes a triple mirror to view the back of the head and notes Book 1 by Mrs. Spears includes detailed draping for tables, drawers, slip covers, bedspreads and curtains with instructions and a mail-in offer.
The excerpt presents scattered musings on ambition war aims and heredity. It notes that leadership requires both command and obedience and suggests gifts like smartness may be hereditary, while the lure of unattainable goals remains constant in discussion.
A speaker urges greater self restraint and action over mere optimism. He argues habit can be beneficial or harmful depending on whether a person governs it or is governed by it.
Patterns 73496 offer a 15 cent transfer to shape Oswald the ostrich Marty the monkey and Emeline the seal about 13 to 17 inches tall. Feathery fur effects are achieved by clipping seams and a polka dot ruffle adds Emeline’s flair. Includes Marty’s clothing patterns for home sewers.
The Watussi of the Belgian Congo are described as the tallest tribe with average height around six feet. Their strong thigh muscles give them springy leaps and some performers can clear eight feet. A ceremonial leap reportedly surpassed the world record by seven feet two inches.
A young man pines over a waitress who tires of his lingering gaze and asks if he wants anything else. She calls him Putty in a sharp retort as she clears the table. A diplomat recalls a Chinese suicide story, joking that the man died from inward gilt rather than the gold leaf.
Dzudi reports the ceremony proceeded without a hitch. Dinocan notes the bride did not attend, leaving guests and groom to celebrate with Missed vows and mixed emotions.
A track supervisor receives an accident report note from a foreman about Casey's foot being struck by a spike maul. The foreman asks under remarks whether to include his own or Casey's perspective.
A playful exchange over marriage proposals features a line about granting small wishes and a sharp retort about handling larger, life questions. The witty banter echoes classic social storytelling in the era’s humor columns.
A mother proclaims a weekly prize for the most obedient child each Saturday. Five children chorus their protest, arguing Daddy will win every time and wondering why a youngster named Smith, registered a year ago, hasn’t been called yet.
The line captures a golfer praising a well struck shot and noting it spares the club from extra use. The comment reflects casual clubhouse banter about technique and equipment wear.
A cryptic line hints at a person with more money than enemies, suggesting irony in a folly versus wisdom theme. The phrase implies social or literary satire about wealth and happiness.
The quote emphasizes focus on present work as the world’s center. It reflects a nineteenth century view of industrious diligence. Kingsley frames concentration as a social virtue guiding daily labor and personal discipline.
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