Practical Head of Russian Government Goremykin Leads Nation
The article portrays Prime Minister Goremykin as the de facto head of Russia since February and a longtime Nationalist leader favoring Pan-Slavism. It notes his wealth, autocratic heritage, and role in shaping policy while succeeding Count Witte after the Russo-Japanese War peace terms at Portsmouth.
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Russia
Goremykin
Europe
Germany
Austria
Balkans
Nicholas II
Count Witte
Liberal Party
Portsmouth
N. H
New Papal Secretary of State Domenico Ferrata Named
Cardinal Domenico Ferrata, long favored to lead Vatican diplomacy, becomes secretary of state under Pope Benedict XV succeeding Cardinal Merry Del Val. At 67, he brings deep ecclesiastical experience, links with Italian leadership, and prior legate service including Malta 1913. Born Monteflascone, Gradoli diocese. created cardinal June 22, 1896. He is archpriest of the Lateran Basilica.
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Domenico Ferrata
Congregation of the Holy Office
Benedict XV
Sacred College
Papacy
Vatican
Cardinal Merry del Val
Pope Pius X
Cardinal Ferrata
College of Cardinals
Italy
House of
Savoy
Ife
Malta
Pius X
Monteflascone
Gradoli
Patriarchal Lateran
Redmonds Noble Sentiment Calls for Irish Unity in War
Irish leader John Redmond issues a manifesto praising British democracy for restoring national liberties. He argues liberty concessions would turn dissatisfaction into goodwill and that Ireland must share burdens of the war. He urges Protestants and Catholics to unite in the common cause to seal Irish unity.
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John Redmond
Ireland
Adee Longtime State Dept Pillar Returns to Washington
Secretary of State figures note that Alvey A. Adee has long guided U S foreign relations as second assistant secretary and is relied on by successors. He was abroad on leave when war broke out, then returned promptly to resume handling war territories and American nationals abroad.
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Alvey A. Adee
Uncle Sam
Mr. Adee
State Department
France
Adee
Washingtan
Few Sheep Pay Well: Owner Clears 298 From 36 Shropshires
A small farmer shows 36 grade Shropshire sheep earned 298.80 in one year with minimal care. Lambs averaged 6.50 each, wool for 30 cents per pound from 216 pounds total, and the flock grazed freely with hay rations in severe weather.
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J. M. Bell
Shropshire
CONTROL OF SOIL MOISTURE IN MARKET GARDENING
The article stresses humus and tillage as key to soil moisture for vegetables. It notes many growers neglect humus, advises cover crops such as crimson clover rye and vetch to boost humus, and urges easier, effective methods beyond stable manures.
Sour Skim Milk For Calves
The dairy note reports calves gain as rapidly on sour skim milk as on sweet milk if cleanliness is maintained. Sour milk fed promptly yields no scours in test calves, with adaptation noted and aversion reduced once accustomed. Cold sour milk worsened aversion in winter.
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Department
Washington
Best for Cheese Making Heavier Cow Breeds Suited for Cheese
Heavier cow breeds suit cheese making better than butter production, according to the article. It notes that larger cattle yield more suitable milk for cheese processing and curd formation, emphasizing milk quality and fat content for cheesemaking efficiency.
Dig Out the Borers Farming Tip
Dig out the borers by hand as the preferred control method for peach trees. The process is slow but effective. For best results, use a general purpose fowl or any breed the farmer favors to chase and remove pests.
Ways of Doctoring Trees
An Ohio farmman describes curing a dying oak by drilling soil holes beneath the tree, filling with fallen leaves and ashes, and leaving them open to air. After this natural treatment the tree appeared rejuvenated and healthier as winter approached. Another method involved cleaning open wounds, filling hollows with cement, and using tin caps and gutter protection to shed water.
Entitled to a Good Road in Rural Areas
Opinion urges farmers to value and maintain rural roads with public funding for bridges and drainage. If roads fail, the community should reproach the farmer. Applies to stags deductions at stockyards, noting an 80 pound discount due to owners' carelessness.
Storing Eggs With Water-Glass Preserves Freshness
Missouri College of Agriculture concludes water glass storage keeps eggs usable for several months with near fresh taste, though flavor may be slightly flatter after long storage.
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Missouri College of Agriculture
Quarantine New Pig On Farm For Disease Check
If a pig is brought to the farm from outside it must be thoroughly examined and kept in a separate pen away from the home herd long enough to verify it is free from disease.
Great Soil Builder from Lespedeza Claims
A speaker praises lespedeza as a superior soil builder on lands lacking lime, comparing its value to key legume crops. The note emphasizes its effectiveness for improving soil fertility and structure.
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Lespedeza
Have Eggs Candied Insist on Purchaser Candling
A note instructs that eggs be candled by the buyer to ensure quality before purchase and fair payment. It emphasizes the buyer should determine quality by candling prior to paying.
Mothers and Dames Fashion Shapes Girls in Public View
A Rehoboth Sunday Herald note observes how mothers influence a daughter's style from infancy. It contrasts two young women diners, one with faded hat and shabby outfit, the other with neat, plain dress, illustrating the impact of maternal taste on future fashion.
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Rehoboth Sunday Herald
Not Lost
A brief dialogue recalls a child’s playful reply about a missing tooth, revealing a humorous misunderstanding as the mother asks and a child clarifies the tooth was swallowed rather than lost.
Self-Directed Bouquet Toss Affects Florist Ganging Incident
Report hints at individuals throwing bouquets at themselves and later colluding against a local florist. The details are fragmentary and unclear, but the unusual sequence suggests a staged or deceptive confrontation impacting a small business.
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