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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1936
Page
7
The March of Science argues for open inquiry and broad perspective in science while a separate report details road science. Experiments by Cornell show rocksalt mixed with wet road base forms a durable dust-suppressing surface that resists erosion, sets hard as it dries, and requires less maintenance than gravel or macadam.
A Cornell University disclosure describes common salt on clay and gravel roads forming innumerable tiny particles that move to keep the surface moist and compact. The mechanism allegedly hardens the road into a macadam like layer, suggesting self repairing properties through ongoing particle movement.
A Rotary Magazine excerpt notes four youths aged 17 and 19 involved in a fatal mercy-call robbery that yielded $5 each. FBI data from 1934 show 56 percent of arrests were under 30, with 19 as the peak age for crime. It urges directing youth energy into constructive programs like Boy Scouts and Boys’ Clubs.
University of Rochester scientist discusses stratosphere ozone heating Earth and blocking UV rays at the AAAS meeting in Rochester. Pediatrician Dr Kugelmass explains baby formula dilutions by type. Hillsboro farmer shows cotton wood fiber locks. Dallas engineer praises chlorine use in power plant cooling to curb algae and moss.
North Texas onion growers and shippers were invited to a June 29 meeting at the hall of records to discuss a Federal onion reduction and limited marketing plan for next year. J F Rosborough and Cris P Bemis organized the session with Washington experts to draft marketing agreement papers. Grant P Border said 425 carloads were shipped by midnight Saturday for distribution via Federal relief stations to the East and Middle West.
An article outlines Governor Allred's travel funded largely by committees and National Guard planes, plus state funds. It details official travel allowances, staff salaries, mansion upkeep, and a broad 61 746 fiscal year budget with line items for law enforcement, prisoner returns, rewards, and communications.
A collection of practical tips for home tasks and cooking. Banana slices on cinnamon toast under a broiler, thickening cherry or berry juices with flour in pies, lemon juice mixed with grape juice served cold, and simple garden and housekeeping hacks. Also notes on mildew removal, iron upkeep, and minting frozen drinks. Spend your money in Whitewright.
Dr Tait Butler in The Progressive Farmer outlines signs of heat stress in horses and mules and urges prompt action. Stop work, shade the animal, apply cold water to the head with careful body cooling, and call a veterinarian if possible. Do not pour water on the body first. start with nose and face cooling.
The John R. Thompson Company argues in tests across the country that hot dishes such as beef stew or hot coffee can improve comfort in extreme heat. Cold foods provoke temporary relief but increase sweating and heat discomfort. a hot dish helps balance body temperature and may reduce skin disturbance. Recommend one or two hot dishes per meal to achieve comfort.
A Tyler Courier Times item tells of a servant who won 37500 in a treasure hunt. She and her chauffeur husband could now afford a baby, fulfilling years of longing once out of reach. The piece contrasts spending the prize on travel or furnishings with using it to start a family.
The Sun explains a one cent per word charge for bank cards pie suppers and entertainments with admission charges. If no money is raised from an event it is a news item and not charged. The Agriculture Department warns continued cotton consumption could set a yearly record.
Eighteen new inmates arrive, their belts and shoes removed in a strict shakedown. The procession passes through yard, fingerprinting, photo, and measurements as guards note each man’s name and background. A clerk records “Eighteen new men today. Total 6082.”
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