WPA Rolls Now at Record Peak in August
Federal work relief rolls reached 3,038,908 on Aug 20, highest ever, per Works Progress Administrator Harry L. Hopkins. He noted unemployment remains higher than two years ago, though WPA counts are lower relative to total joblessness. State figures show Texas 89,429 and 88,755 for weeks ending Aug 13 and Aug 20.
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Texas Jobless Payments Reach 3.7 Million Dollars
Washington reports Texas unemployment insurance paid 3.747 million for January through June, while 11.452 million was deposited into the state trust fund. Texas ranks low among states in ratio of benefits to current income, with only 32.7 percent. The Social Security Board notes over 40 million old age pension applications nationwide, including 1,651,839 from Texas, with 31,206 in July. Also listed are lump sum payments to Texas seniors or heirs totaling 167,511 since last January. France expands wage support to families with children to counter falling birth rates.
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Stay alert to avoid deadly highway luck
The piece warns that relying on luck while driving can be fatal as high speeds and minor errors cause many single car crashes. Travelers Insurance records show almost 3,400 deaths and about 65,000 injuries last year, with most incidents blamed on the driver's inattention or poor judgment.
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Seed Production and Soil Prep For Fall Crops
Farmers are urged to buy seed in advance and prepare a good seed bed. Proper timing and soil firming are vital for a strong stand, especially for fall crops. The Southwest’s grazing seed mix including oats barley wheat rye and clovers fuels winter forage and profits. Green winter pastures boost livestock health and reduce feed costs across dairy cows sheep and hens.
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Safe Beach Rules From Red Cross News Letter
Beachgoers should avoid drowning and sunburn by never swimming alone or far from shore without a boat, know water depth before diving, avoid crying for help unless needed, ensure life jackets for motor boats, and throw aid if you cannot swim rather than entering deep water. If a friend needs help, offer a reachable object.
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Scientists predict milk-made wool fiber could replace wool
Department of Agriculture researchers Stephen Gould and Earl Whittier announced a process to turn skim milk into a woollike fabric. They estimate 5 gallons of milk yield a suit and say material costs could be about 1.50 per suit. The fiber is produced via casein, spun through rayon-like spinnerets, then hardened in acid with formaldehyde modifiers.
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Hotel Porters in Germany Wear Bright Green Aprons
Hotel workers in Germany are observed wearing vivid green aprons as part of their uniforms. The practice highlights staff visibility and brand identity across hospitality venues.
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Raining Fish Frogs and Sulphur Across Lands
Vancouver residents report a 5 inch fish covering a lawn after a windstorm, believed dropped from a sea wind. Frogs and snakes emerge after storms, while sulfur rains are pollen from budding trees causing yellow pools, a common weather oddity noted by experts and cited by the Tyler Journal.
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Periwinkle Best for Shady Tree Understory
The periwinkle is recommended for planting under large trees as it thrives in shade and remains attractive year round. Prepare the bed by forking over the space, enriching with well rotted stable manure, and adding fresh soil if possible to improve the bed.
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