Bible Thought Thursday 1941 Voices Caution on Government Costs
A 1941 reflection warns against chronic pessimism about government programs like the WPA Theatre Project while noting rising costs. It contrasts labor pay with congressional salaries, advocates practical industry contact for educators, discusses a Washington Academy history project, and urges calm defense of democracy without abandoning traditional American methods.
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WPA
Federal Theatre Project
SEIN Guest Column Recount and Rural Anecdotes
A Crawfordsville guest column reflects on curious cultural notes and farm tidbits. It discusses the Japanese ceremonial practices, a query about cotton mills using human hair, a farm paper bootleggy tale, and a tobacco and potato anecdote from Johnson and Washington counties with prices and storage issues.
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America
Quote on aging wisdom from Frank Lin
The Philadelphia Inquirer notes a proverb attributed to Frank Lin: at twenty the will rules, at thirty the wit, at forty the judgment, and beyond that the kids assume control.
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Franklin
Swailes Return Home After Injuries From Auto Crash
Mr and Mrs W H Swailes of the Gladwin community have returned home from Bellevue hospital Muscatine where they were injured in a Christmas Eve auto crash. Mrs Swailes uses crutches while Mr Swailes remains in bed for now. Selectives to Camp: volunteers left for Fort Des Moines for induction including Robert Buffington Henry Mickey Irwin Tillard Columbus Junction and John Watson James McKee. Morning Sun picks up alternates William Seddon Ralph Finley Orval McCormac. Calves on Feed: Louisa county club fattening 126 calves for exhibit at the Louisa county fair. Propose Shell Plant: Rock Island officials discuss a government shell loading plant south of Columbus Junction. cooperation pledged with a committee named. Townsend club oyster supper held in town hall. Mrs E R Mitchell called to Moberly Mo for ill brother Irvin Zahl. Re-elect Turkington Co E Turkington re elected president of the Iowa Hereford association in Des Moines. Mrs Wilbur Randall returned home after funeral of sister Lavina Jordan.
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Columbus Junction
W. H. Swailes
Gladwin
Bellevue Hospital
Muscatine
Robert Buffington
Henry Mickey
Irwin Tillard
John Watson
James McKee
Morning Sun
William Seddon
Ralph Finley
Orval McCormac
Louisa County Baby Beef Club
Louisa County Fair
J. D. Darrow
Mss
William Blender
Peoria
Shell
Rock Island Lines
Government Shell
Bard
T. N. O'Neill
J. E. Reaney
F. J. Pine
E. W. McWilliams
T. #. Perry
Townsend Club
Turkington Co
E. Turkington
Letts
Iowa Hereford Association
Des Moines
Wilbur Randall
Pioneer
Ohio
Lavina Jordan
Trial reveals band dispute near town limits
A partial transcript shows a local district official recounting friction with a band outfit during a recent incident. The chief notes a confrontation involving a group led by an individual known as Mr Rodnen, with accusations of disruptive dancing.
Slugger’s Quick Clash Sparks Embroiled Alley Fight
In a rough street altercation a large bully taunts a uniformed youth then fights erupt as belts and fists fly. A bystander recalls the moment when a tougher opponent steps in and chaos follows.
Direct Vacuum Motion for Pristine Rugs and Carpets
The guide advises running the vacuum in a single direction to achieve a neat, groomed look. It warns that changing directions creates a messy pile and undermines the impression of thorough cleaning.
Parade sights and political jabs on New Year’s Day
The text notes Boy Scouts in a New Year parade in Ontario California with a banner pledge, Salvation Army signs citing America’s defense, and El Paso’s Queen parade focus on looks and family history. It praises Hon. Thomas Martin of Iowa for a August speech not printed at government expense and quips about saving the Congressional Record. It ends by contrasting daily hardship with a call for steadfast patience in shaping enduring significance.
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America
Ontario
California
el Paso
Texas
Hellywood
Hollywood
Thomas Martin
Iowa
Who Is the Head of a Family for Tax Exemption
The head of a family is the single person who provides financial support and has a legal or moral obligation to exercise family control. He can claim the $2000 exemption plus $400 per dependent, with special cases for widowers and indigent adults under moral obligation.
Relaxation Method Promises Nervous Wrecks Relief
A speaker recalls nearly collapsing under stress and credits a doctor with teaching him to relax. The method is simple: in a soft chair let go of every muscle, clearing the body to calm the mind. Recommends practicing several times daily for renewal and to banish worry.
Printer Apprentice Apprenticeship at Government Printing Office
Announcement for a Printer Apprentice position in Washington DC within the Government Printing Office. Includes pay: $0.40 per hour for a 40 hour week, with annual increases up to $1.02 per hour by the fifth year upon successful completion.
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Washington
Iowa
Government Printing Office
Washington, D.C
Tax Exemption Rules for Head of Family Status
The text explains head of family eligibility based on support and control. If a taxpayer maintains a common home and supports his minor children, he is head of a family even if the children earn income. If he does not support them due to their own income but retains family control, he cannot be head of a family.
Civil service examiner deadline for apprenticeship test
Applicants must be 17 to 19 years old. Applications accepted for 10 days ending February 15 for States east of Colorado and February 18, 1941 for other States. Obtain full exam requirements and forms from Fred S. Downing, secretary, U S civil service examiners, at the post office.
Funeral services for David Deiner held in town
Locals report the Rev. Deiner family deeply grieved by the loss of their son David with funeral services held Sunday. Deep sympathy extended to the bereaved as friends note the crushing blow and reflect on community support.
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NRA
Fineiaids
Deiner
David
Arthur Jones
Will Eckermin
Joe Evans
Bill Hanley
Morgan
Cecil Hughes
Mercy Hospital
Baby City Child Passes After Illness In Iowa
A three month old infant from Iowa City named Hughes died after an illness. The death is reported as a medical event with family disclosure of the infant's condition.
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Hughes
Iowa City
Food fads fade, milk remains key to nutrition
Nutritional basics endure beyond trends and f addy diets, with milk long praised as a staple source of essential nutrients. The piece emphasizes steady dietary guidance over changing fads, highlighting milk as a dependable component of healthy eating.
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