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Newspaper
Advance Hustler
Location
Advance, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1912
Page
2
A mosaic of quips and observations on fashion, marriages, politics, crime, sports and daily life. Poking fun at dolls, diners, dynasties, and curious beliefs while noting peculiar habits and modern slang. An Indiana audience samples jokes about New Jersey, Yellowstone, measles, and Broadway.
The treasury department reports a gang counterfeiting pennies and notes a trend of crime in the headlines. Officials caution the public while observers joke about oysters and tabasco sauce as metaphors. Royal princess jewel thefts and stage stars’ trends are noted with light satire.
Investigations at the Missouri Experiment Station show pork can be produced most cheaply by combining grain with forage. Forage type matters. alfalfa or clover allows lower grain use, with alfalfa yielding strong gains. Overall, grain needs differ by forage, and forage can cut grain use by about 30 percent.
R. G. Weatherstone argues the hoe is the most useful garden tool for farmers and gardeners. He explains proper sharpening by filing the bevel, keeping blades bright, and using long smooth strokes for efficient weed control. He advises selecting a blade that bites easily and to file nicks promptly to save effort.
An Oklahoma experiment compares July August and mid September plowing on wheat yields. July plowing averaged 27.1 bushels per acre, August 24.2, and mid September 22. Early summer tillage to smooth the surface aids rain absorption and helps crop preservation. for September plowing thorough seed-bed pulverization is advised to withstand autumn rains.
Special agent A B Lee plans an eye experiment station in Frankfort to determine why eggs spoil rapidly and to develop farm storage improvements. About ten percent of eggs received by dealers are bad, and the government aims to find the cause.
J. J. Hazelton, a large orchard owner near Springfield, Missouri, installed 10 200 crude oil burners last year and sold over 200 barrels of apples while nearby orchards yielded nothing. This spring he added 20 000 more heaters and again saved his crop.
The government forestry bureau outlines a program to treat thousands of acres with shrubbery and develop dormant springs in the Wenaba Forest Reserve. Project aims to double summer water supply once forest treatment is finished.
The article notes the continuation of winter shearing, declaring that additional housing costs are justified by expected large returns this season.
A Holstein cow three years old owned by E Lamunion of Salville New York averaged over 80 pounds of milk daily for seven days producing 29 pounds of butter.
Geese are profitable for pasture-based farming as they need little grain and can provide near clear profit when sold around Thanksgiving or Christmas.
A proverb cautions that allowing the calf to guck the cow makes it harder to draw a drink from a bucket. The saying emphasizes restraint in resource use and warns of future scarcity.
The reader advises each person to wait their turn for Questions and Answers and suggests signing names, keeping kodaks, and not choosing a single boy. It notes the cider idea, school start, and planning a bridge party for a bride. A hostess should tie out her guest list and ask about special invitations.
A period guide urges parents to provide simple beauty basics for daughters, stressing pure powders like talc or rice starch and strict cleansing routines. It warns against strong soaps, shared washcloths, dirty towels, and improper sun exposure, linking poor practices to skin infections and dandruff.
A request for suitable names mottoes and colors for a girls club aged fourteen to fifteen. Include ideas for meeting amusements and clarify the club’s purpose whether for Sunday school or day school use. Suggest follow up with specifics.
The writer thanks Rosemond for kind words about the column and clarifies that there are no old maids or age limit on marriage in Benne. The piece notes a minor difference for Voanker and mentions actions like taking a man's arm only when needed, usually at night or across a dangerous crossing.
A reader asks how long a sixteen year old should wear a dress and what colors suit brown eyes and dark hair. The reply says a girl of that age should dress to the shoestop height, with choice depending on height, and notes red rose shades, navy blue, yellow and tan suit brunettes.
The text advises on hotel wedding room decor with flowers and palms for the couple. It discusses morning church weddings for a bride in traveling suit and proper bouquet choices or violets with a central rose or orchid as preferable.
The speaker offers horseback riding options astride or side saddle and notes the rider’s size for age. Guidance mentions wearing dresses down to the shoe tops and reflects observations about large youths seeming older than their years.
A speaker counsels that girls may date occasionally with suitable boys and emphasizes individual judgment in choosing partners. The text reassures readers about appearance and size, arguing against harsh judgments of homeliness.
A bride may ride to church in taxicab or carriage depending on distance and time required. The guidance from Madame Merri notes either option is appropriate, with practical factors shaping the choice.
Yellow for Autumn describes a revival of yellow tones returning to the market after a hiatus. It lists varieties such as burnt orange sulphur amber chartreuse flame yellow canary and notes that some intense yellows suit only certain complexions.
Patterns are emerging quickly as blouse fabrics take center stage with new textures and prints dominating designer showcases. Industry observers note bold motifs and lightweight weaves driving consumer interest across markets.
A sleeve pocket can hold a small handkerchief or similar item. Money or solid objects require a securely fastened pocket with a snap fastener to prevent loss.
Long tight sleeves with frill of lawn or lace fall over the hand, a noticeable feature of most new Pari sian frocks, reflecting fashion details and fabric choices in current designs.
Two German professors claim eggshells boost resistance to time decay, strengthen body and brain, fight infection, and aid heart health. The article notes similar quack past promises and ends with an odd aside on egg prices and a laundry blue ad.
A brief dialogue shows Mrs Knicker dismissing going to the market and Mrs Becker recalling Jack’s instruction about a lost item. The exchange hints at a family or domestic matter without clear names beyond those spoken.
A promo claims to send a dollar value package at no cost while remarking that no package priced at a dollar is free, reflecting irony on offers and value.
An advertisement touts Cole s Carboli salve as stopping pain instantly and curing quickly. It claims availability at all druggists for 25 and 50 cents. A quoted aside questions James’s conduct, noting he is often seen drunk.
The U S Geological Survey chart shows the 1911 pottery output valued at 34 518 560 with Ohio leading at 14 775 265 followed by New Jersey 8 401 941 West Virginia 2 880 202 New York 2 178 364 Pennsylvania 2 156 817 and Indiana 1 004 737. The 1910 total was 33 784 678, up 733 382.
Mrs Annie Saunders of Monroe Wisconsin describes a six week old baby with a severe rash spreading over the face and body. After trying remedies the Cuticura Soap and Ointment sample led to improvement and eventual cure with new hair growth and improved complexion.
A person muses on how to handle an assailant and refuses to answer. The exchange suggests seeking a defense by calling the aggressor a liar. The dialogue reflects a confrontational moment with emphasis on truth and restraint.
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