Riley and Kahle Romance Ends in Quiet Farewell
James Whitcomb Riley and Elizabeth Kahle shared a five year correspondence ending when Kahle became Mrs Brunn and stopped writing. An 1879 August letter from Riley reveals tender, childlike longing and burdened affection. After his death Mrs Brunnh turned to spiritualism, receiving a pencil autograph message from Riley via a medium in 1921.
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Elizabeth Kahle
James Whitcomb Riley
America
Riley
Miss Kahle
Miss Kalle
Miss Kable
Letters Between John Fiske and Abby Brookes
An 11 year married couple, John Fiske and Abby Brookes, share a heartfelt exchange. Fiske asks permission to write and recalls early courtship at Peter Sham and New England homesickness. He urges daily letters to ease his longing as he awaits mail.
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John Fiske
Fiske
Abby Brookes
Dong
Miss Brookes
Petersham
New England
Literary Refusal Echoes Editorial Rebuff
A writer recalls a rejected proposal from a literary editor who said the merit existed but the work was not suitable at this time. The form closed with an invitation to resubmit in the future, signaling polite encouragement alongside the rejection.
Returns on 1923 Farms Show Slight Improvement Over 1922
The 1923 survey of 16 183 owner operators reports an average cash balance of 890 and total returns of 1 020 on capital of 17 400, with inventories, crops, livestock and supplies rising by 130 and farm food and fuel worth 250. Interest on debt averaged 230 and improvements 140.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Methods for Harvesting Sweet Clover Hay in Windrows or Cocks
The article advises farmers to cut sweet clover hay with a binder or mower, wilt, and rake into windrows or cocks to preserve leaves. It notes that drying and proper handling save leaves, with labor and twine costs weighed against the benefit, and recommends keeping high stubble to avoid plant damage.
Sweet Clover for Seed Can Be Clipped for Hay
Nebraska Agricultural College advises clipping second year sweet clover for hay or pasture early in the season to prevent excessive height and heavy growth that binder or handling cannot manage. If not cut to 8 to 10 inches early, white blossom clover may be killed, and long stubbles hinder handling. Pasturing is preferred to ensure a good spring start for permanent pasture by grazing the second year sweet clover early.
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Nebraska Agricultural College
No Good Reason for Neglecting Gardens
Advice from Clemson extension horticulturist A F E Schilletter urges timely planting and careful garden care to maximize harvests and canning supplies. He outlines pest control, spraying, soil moisture, cultivation, season extension, shading, dust mulch, and proper transplanting to protect crops from insects and diseases.
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A. F E. Schilletter
Clemson College
Juries of Farmers Pass Verdict on Scrub Sires
An USDA outline for scrub-sire trials has been distributed nationwide. County agents plan most trials while school superintendents livestock groups and even a silo maker organize events. Many trials use juries of farmers at fairs clubs and picnics with some independent events. Copies are available from the USDA.
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United States
Department of Agriculture
Minnesota
United States Department of Agriculture
Carelessness Linked to Spread of Foul-Brood in Apiaries
The article warns removal of diseased colonies at once and avoiding equipment from infected areas. It stresses destroying every frame of a diseased colony and not opening colonies if robbing is possible. It advises hot lye cleaning of hive interiors and careful handling of frames and honey to prevent infection.
Farmnotes on livestock care and pasture value
Animal care tips cover milking hens, sweet clover as pasture, and avoiding weeds. Guidance warns against wasted labor and loss in crop yields. Notes on horse and mule populations, sheep digestion, and depluming mites in fowls with sulfur lard remedy. Milking efficiency questions and dairy output examples from cows included.
Dalmatia A Coastal Portrait From Zara To Ragusa
Prepared by the National Geographic Society this overview explores Dalmatia along the Adriatic, detailing coastal towns Zara Sebenico and Ragusa, islands Lissa Curzola and Lesina, the Venetian legacy, rugged mountains, bora winds, and distinct folk costumes as it traces the region from Fiume to Bocche di Cattaro.
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National Geographic Society
Washington, D. C
Adriatic Sea
Italy
Dalmatia
Austria-Hungary
Fiume
Bocche di Cattaro
Rivieras
Kerke
Zara
Republic of Venice
Gae
Sebenico
Boalate
Dal
Matia
Diocletian
Spalato
Lesina
Lissa
Curzola
Comisa
Ragusa
Venice
Europe
Bocche di Cattero
Norway
Cattaro
Dr Kilmer Swamp Root Ad Claims Kidney Cure
An advertisement extols Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a medicine with real curative value for kidney, liver and bladder troubles. It cites a druggist endorsement and sworn testimonies, offering sample bottles by mail and urging purchase of large and medium bottles at drug stores.
Recovery From Influenza Hastened by Peruna Testimony
Mr. C. A. Allen of Bondurant Iowa testifies that after influenza left him run down with catarrh and asthma he took six bottles of Peruna and regained from 155 to 175 pounds. He states winter weight was 155 and credits Peruna with his renewed strength. The letter invites others to use the remedy for catarrhal conditions.
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C. A. Allen
Bondurant
Iowa
Hardly Probable Teacher Questioned Student Absence
A classroom fragment shows a teacher asking why Billy was late while the boy jokes I must have overwashed myself indicating a humorous exchange during attendance.
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Billy
Boredom and the Facade of Enjoyment
A reflection on social performance and inner discontent. The speaker critiques forcing happiness when genuine enjoyment is absent, highlighting the pressure to display pleasure despite dull or unengaging surroundings.
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Aspiria
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