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Newspaper
Advance Hustler
Location
Advance, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1911
Page
2
A collage of quirky observations from a past era noting electric heat claims, flying plans across channels, pets smoking, headlines on marriage by misadventure, and light social satire. It riffs on aviation, wealth, crime, and daily life with a tongue in cheek tone.
CAPT. A TH WADDELL argues agriculture and livestock sustain humanity. He credits Britain’s aristocratic farmers for breeding and soil improvement, noting shows, judges, and clan of landowners fostered superior stock. He praises modern U S gentlemen for adopting pedigreed stock breeding and advancing farming nationwide.
An expert notes 300 billion bees yielded honey last year worth 25 million at wholesale. If 700000 beekeepers matched bee industry, output could reach 75 million in value and supply antiseptically treated honey. Dutch potato yields rise with drained peat lands and manure use.
A 21 year old horse suffered contracted heels from poor shoeing. After three failed attempts with blacksmiths a veterinarian fitted level fronts, spread heels with springs, and added leather to protect the sole. Weekly hoof oil and tar mixture applied externally improved road work and reduced flinching on rough roads.
An estimate puts about 5,000,000 range sheep fattened in the corn belt each season, indicating substantial livestock activity in the region.
The Zion's Herald column argues that biblical Jesus did not lack humor. It contends laughter suits human nature and divine gifting, noting Calvary foreknowledge did not preclude joy. The piece defends laughter as compatible with faith and humor in daily life.
Master Gregory Graham aged three ran dripping to the living room where Mrs. Graham entertained a caller. She told him to go upstairs and remove his bathing suit. He announces he followed orders and is returning for cake.
On a hot summer morning Bishop Spalding addressed a Portland congregation offering timely guidance on prudent actions when leaving a group. He advised restraint and thoughtful behavior as the day began, urging careful planning for personal duties and safety.
Hewitt declares belief in universal peace then boasts he can defeat any man in the place provoking a follow up confrontation with Jewett who questions the claim and sets the scene for a local altercation.
A lighthearted note asks why a good actor is like a set of brains and answers that De Witt is a headliner. The quip highlights De Witt as the principal attraction and a sharp, memorable performer in a playful tone.
A Missouri woman narrates dramatic recovery from stomach troubles after switching to Grape-Nuts, crediting improved digestion, weight gain, and restored strength. The ad cites Postum Co. of Battle Creek Michigan and promotes a ten day trial and the booklet The Road to Wellville, ending with There’s a reason.
This text presents a Biblical lesson on Daniel and his companions during Nebuchadnezzar's captivity in Babylon. It outlines historical context in 6th century B C E, names the four youths Daniel Hananiah Mishael and Azariah, and explains name changes, training, dietary tests, and their rise as trusted royal advisers. It mixes religious commentary with illustrative anecdotes from the era.
Dr Hyslop asserts prayer as the foremost hygienic measure against disturbed sleep and low spirits, claiming it cleanses the spirit and strengthens the soul better than any other therapy. He emphasizes prayer’s power to counter emotional turmoil and its therapeutic value.
A. C. Brandon of Greenville C after years of facial boils and eczema found relief with Cuticura Resolvent Ointment and Soap. He reports lasting improvement and no recurrence for over twenty years and urges others to try the products with free samples available from Cut icura Dept. 3 K Boston.
The disputatious person never makes a good friend. In friendship men seek peace concord and content. There is enough external strife in life without inner life contention. Friendship is the sanctuary of the heart where dust and noise of contest are excluded.
A humor piece features a sportsman complaining about the lack of fish while Farmer Corn tossel insists the fish are experienced and polite. He suggests they admire the fancy gear but would not bite or risk spoiling it.
In a clipped snippet a man named Howell is described as weather-beaten while Powell remarks that weather affects all. A woman counters with a line about firmness being feminine and obstinacy being masculine, reflecting gendered phrasing of the period.
George Mockler reports from Baltimore on a coal contract dispute where an Irish mine owner dismisses the concept of British thermal units, revealing a gap in understanding of coal quality tests. The exchange highlights pricing battles tied to BTU measurements in the industry.
Miss Elsie Gentsch teaches Sunday school and questions a newcomer about the gospel of Matthew. The student repeats the parable of the ten virgins, saying the bridegroom married the five wise ones after the foolish ones failed to obtain oil. Cleveland Leader.
A New York state hospital autopsy study shows tuberculosis active in about 20 percent of cases among the insane and other patients, roughly half the rate seen in the general population.
Aphorism reflecting on joy found in helping others and renewing strength and courage in minds. Attributed to Amiel.
Portland cement gets its name not from Portland Maine or Portland Oregon but from English Port land Isle. Universal Portland Cement is made from blast furnace slag and limestone and sold nationwide under the Lastersa blue trade mark. Annual output reaches 10,000,000 barrels from Universal Portland Cement Co Chicago.
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