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Newspaper
The Winthrop Review
Location
Winthrop, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1936
Page
8
Researchers report that animals entering hibernation slow life processes, reducing temperature and metabolism to defend against germs. The study notes slowed immune activity and altered germ resistance during torpor.
The text identifies "Harvard Workshop" as a nickname for a Harvard drama construction course also known as English 47 or Harvard 47. The terms point to the same course designation and synonyms used in academic cataloging.
Comrade Howard L. Quill chairs the House Committee for an Itmas Party at the Post Quarters on December 19 to raise funds for the Christmas Basket Fund. Henry L. Tonry heads the Entertainment Committee with an experienced team, including Harvey Tonry, to provide programs and boost the post treasury. The Post will also organize a Sons of Veterans of the VFW corps for sons and adopted sons of veterans. the national program and local plans aim to guide youth through patriotic activities and community service.
The list records High Honor Worthy of Mention and Honor students by name at Junior High School for the eight weeks ending October 30 1936. Names include Margo Baker Norma Bennett Robert Biggs Janice Casey Dolores Cote Betty Cushman Ruth Dennis and many others across three honor levels. Evelyn Fish Robert Kelleher Natalie Pierce Naomi Scott Dorothy Sullivan Kathleen Wainwright Hyman Abramovitz Rosalie Adelson and numerous additional students are named.
A Boston Herald piece describes a student motor traffic course for ages 14 to 16, using a highway patrol game to teach rules and safety. It notes exams, certificates, and a prize for top performers, with parental influence as a key factor in shaping responsible driving behavior.
A speculative account describes ancient cave dwellers communicating with arm movements and grunts. Over time certain gestures and sounds became recognized without sight, leading to the gradual evolution of speech.
Wintheor Channa leads the Community Fund serving 42 cities in the Metropolitan area. A recent census of Fund hospitals is underway with results to be published. Billions of dollars in care reach outside Boston with 35 percent of hospital care and 70 percent of services to the handicapped. Hagman takes the role, Holt notes no resident is turned away for inability to pay, funded by contributions.
Collier's Weekly notes one of historys bitterest literary feuds regarding the unknown author who used the pseudonym Junius to pen satirical political letters to the London Public Advertiser from 1769 to 1772. Speculation claims dozens of famous figures as the writer.
Historical accounts describe Chinese dentists who trained to pull teeth using only fingers and no instruments. They developed strong hand muscles by practicing on wooden pegs driven into boards to master the technique.
Friday night American Legion gathering for older students at Jun ior High School gym at 8 p m. Monday features Teachers Christmas Party at Senior High. Tuesday hosts student matinee of Seventeen in Osborne Hall at 2 30 p m. Wednesday and Thursday present Senior Play at Osborne Hall with further December social on the 23rd for seniors.
Viola Belcher will address the Christian Endeavor Society at the First Baptist Church on Sunday December 6 1936. The gathering is a consecration meeting with scripture verses recited by those named. Visitors are welcome. A sing at Cora Titus home follows church. Progressive supper is planned for Tuesday December 15 priced at 25 cents.
The Young Peoples Forum heard a first hand talk on the Netherlands by Richard Staples with colored slides. No regular forum meeting this Sunday. many church members plan to attend a Dr FE Stanley Jones event at the Boston Arena with 340 participating churches. Transportation coordinators are listed and cars depart at 2 p.m. for a 3:39 p.m. meeting. No bowling Friday evening.
An article notes retina impressions can outlive a brief flash. A reader from Rochester cites Collier's Weekly on how an electric spark lasting two millionth of a second leaves 0.000 times longer retinal duration, illustrating persistence of vision.
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