| Show UNDER A DARK CLOUD we are grieved to learn of the increasing number of cases of that dread disease infantile paralysis in this par part t of our state and across the line in colorado young children and those of more mature age are being attacked with the result that many homes are made sad and the uncertainty which prevails is daily increasing according to several forms of so called prediction and prophecy there was indication that the fall months of this year would be a danger period for children due to an epidemic which would sweep the country we hoped it would take some other form than it has because of the serious aftermath we have no choice in the matter however nor must we question the manner in which god chooses to bring trial or sorrow to us rather must we set ourselves resolutely to the task set I 1 before us when such crisis arises and it would seem that the parents of growing children are now called upon to face a few more weeks of great testing we wish we might I 1 convey to you and especially to the mothers and grandmothers the importance of putting aside all fear and worry thoughts where young children are concerned sincere since we so often attract what we fear conserve your strength andl and energy toward a constructive plan to keep your children happily occupied with schools closed and children temporarily isolated from each other it becomes a trying time for them as well and since children absorb the atmosphere of the home and are affected by the nervousness of troubled parents it i would add much to the rapid decrease of the epidemic if a cheerful and fearless attitude is established and above all be sure that you give thanks daily if I 1 you are given to pray for the safety of your loved ones to pray is not enough form the habit of giving thanks for what you ask and if perchance god does not grant your prayer accept with good grace that which may be given you to bear and do not question for in doing so you will prove yourself a more willing servant keep in mind that this is a year of unusual happenings know that our prayer has been made that this dark cloud will soon be lifted our heartfelt sympathy is extended to all sorrowing parents now |
