Bible Thought for Monday July 21 1941
The piece reflects on Fidelity to God and marriage vows from Malachi 2 15 16. It notes census based family expense data from 1939 and discusses Navy recruitment ads and public interest in naval training. It includes memories of Will Rogers and a Waverly Rotary talk on Nazi occupation, food restriction, and Petain in France.
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Will Rogers
Congressional Record
Harold Knutyn
Minnesota
Rogers
Arles M. Russell
Montana
Will
Lillette Holbert
Manchester
France
Waverly Rotarians
Germany
Marshal Petain
Tongs and the origin of Chinese societies
The term tong derives from a Chinese living room meaning a meeting place and was likely used because early societies gathered in members’ houses. This explains why many Chinese societies are called tongs.
Soaked Towels Improve Use Before First Use
Practical advice on soaking new tea towels and cleaning cloths in soapy water for an hour then rinsing in clear water to soften and improve absorbency. Also a note on Cyrus McCormick who built many failed machines before succeeding with a working reaper.
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Cyrus McCormick
Put It Us Expression Of Nature And Responsibility
The remark reflects a stance on personal expression linked to natural gifts and accountability for outward appearance. It discusses how innate features influence self-presentation and the duty of individuals to manage their public image.
Jokes and gags from a bygone day
A collection of humorous vignettes about family remarks child mischief and a hunter’s unfinished trophy wall. The jokes hinge on mis communications with a mother wife and teacher and end with a punchline about a tiger that was missed.
Improve and dispute over cigars and courtroom quips
A quirky passage shows a mix of self improvement talk and humorous lines. A man complains about missing cigars and insists his three boxes remain. The courtroom moment features a judge asking for clarity and a witty exchange about voices and invoices.
Road hog in hospital bed gives nurse a wry read
A dialogue at the Julius Roar home during a party shows a girl planning to marry John who jokes about solitaire lessons. The scene contrasts a hospital scene where a “road hog” lies semi conscious with a doctor and nurse banter about turning the corner.
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John
Julius Roar
One Ring Circus Trombone Trick Prompting Gaffe
A humorous misheard line plays on a circus trombone act. The observer jokes there is a trick, noting the performer seems unable to swallow oats or own the routine, capturing a dated comic mood.
New High Priced Cigarette With Ginseng Mix
A premium cigarette will feature ginseng mixed with tobacco. The ginseng root is highly valued medicinally for boosting energy and reducing exhaustion of body and mind.
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The
Orient
Women’s hats spark fashion revolt against men
The piece notes women avoid involving husbands in hat shopping and mocks shifting hat styles that confuse buyers. It suggests sales tactics push frequent purchases and that hats change so rapidly last year’s style can reappear this year, challenging whether taste is sound.
Commercial Blueberry Has Interesting History
The blueberry industry grew from wild berries becoming scarce as land was developed. Miss Elizabeth C White of Whitesbog New Jersey helped start modern cultivars after contacting Dr F W Coleville of the U S Department of Agriculture in 1910. Her collection aided propagation of improved varieties and the industry has steadily expanded due to demand.
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Blueberry of
Elizabeth C. White
Whitesbog
N. J
U. S. Department of Agriculture
F. W. Coleville
Department
White
Autograph Hunters and City Habits by Stars
Autograph hunters vary by city. New York focus lies in theaters as a hunting ground. San Francisco fans are polite and restrained, saying thank you after signatures. Chicago fans rarely carry books and greet stars warmly on sight. Hollywood stars are movie conscious and vocal in seeking signatures.
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Hollywood
New York
San Francisco
Chicago
Blind Donora mechanic uses touch to fix cars
Clellen McMullen, a blind skilled mechanic from Donora Pennsylvania, explains his touch method lets him diagnose car problems. Since losing sight in 1913 a lime blast, he built a garage at home, repairs neighbors’ cars, and aids the blind through the Pennsylvania Federation of the Blind.
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Clellen McMullen
Donora
McMullen
The
Pennsylvania Federation of the Blind
Refrigerator Cookies You Can Bake From Dough Stored In Fridge
This piece explains making refrigerator cookies by packing dough into an 8 by 8 inch pan greased with shortening and lined with waxed paper. Chill the dough and slice to bake as needed yielding crisp tender cookies.
Mouse Too Fat to Escape Bottle Prison
A mouse, trapped in a neck of a bottle with meat and water, grew fat from eating its contents and could not escape its confinement.
Portraits Hint at Thought Through Lower Face Expressions
A scientist suggests that the lower part of the face reveals thoughts more than the eyes, noting that expressions emerge when the mouth and jaw move. Montreal Star reports on this facial psychology insight.
Dust in the air harms the lungs and raises disease risk
Any foreign matter entering the lungs interferes with function. Prolonged exposure causes irritations. Openings can allow tuberculosis or pneumonia organisms to take hold, making control difficult. In dusty workplaces, wear a mask and avoid taking chances.
Twenty Million Laying Hens on Farms of Iowa
Iowa reports an average of 20 million laying hens in June and total output of 295 million eggs for the month. Egg prices rose sharply to 21.9 cents per dozen by June 15 due to government support, nearly double the year-ago level, with feed costs rising modestly and the egg feed ratio climbing to 15.1.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Iowa Cooperative Livestock Reporting Service
Slimming Exercise for Waistlines from Posture Guide
A vintage exercise instruction urges better waistlines through posture and routine. Stand upright with feet together hands on hips. Rise onto tiptoes lift torso lower until heels meet then rise to erect position repeat ten times pause to breathe deeply and tighten abdominal muscles. Maintain effort and avoid laxness.
Longest Telegram Sent to President Roosevelt
A birthday message from Birmingham Alabama dated January 30 1934 stretched 41 000 signatures over a time of 19 hours and 8 minutes to transmit. The telegram was reported as a massive communications feat lasting about a quarter of a mile in length.
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Franklin Roosevelt
Birmingham
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Deg Moines
Malach
Journal
United States
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Mark Twain
Bill Nye
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Charlie
Lincoln
Rascal
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Damin
Defense Service
Toledo Chronicle
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Ky Ham Fisher
Yetsir ‘Orkini
Hubby
Alice
George
Tommy
Robert
Pittsburgh
Pioneer Drug Store
W. Cor
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S the
McEvoy & Striebe
Micke
Menangit Syndicate, Inc
Montreal Star
Sam James
Moore’s
Southera Utilities CO
Defense
America
Washington, D. C
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