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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1928
Page
7
An old house cherishes Christmas tradition yet fears a modern lamp replacing its mistletoe. When a quarrel heals between Joan and Barry, the electric light may dull the romance, but the mistletoe endures and helps rekindle their love on Christmas Eve.
A U S Department of Agriculture guide promotes boys rompers as practical light garments for play. They replace heavy denim overalls with breathable cotton fabrics in blue brown or green, featuring short loose legs, kimono sleeves, a drop seat, and tan collar cuffs and front trim for easy dressing and laundering.
A USDA prepared guide describes making a palatable chop suey using vegetables and seasonings available widely. It details simmering chicken, vegetables, and a cornstarch slurry, then flavoring with soy or Worcestershire sauce and serving with rice and preserved ginger.
The origin of Christmas Day is unclear and debated. Early attribution to Telesphorus in Antoninus Pius’s era lacks solid history. Some argue the date was chosen to rival Sol Invictus and blend with pagan solstice traditions, while others point to a general shift from winter darkness to Christ as the Light of Life as Christianity spread.
USDA home economists outline a method for roasting lamb breast with a forcemeat filling. The recipe covers preparing the breast with an opening to insert stuffing, searing at 480 degrees then roasting at 300 degrees, and optional stuffed onions with a browned gravy. This guide explains forcemeat components and a complete method.
Practical notes on poultry yard hygiene, feeding, and housing. Daily yard cleansing reduces disease risk. heating water saves costs. Dark leg breeds preferred for table use. Nesting boxes kept in dark areas. Carbolic acid in dust baths. dust refreshed after rain. Milk diet impacts bowel health. ventilation crucial. One hundred hens produce 3.5 to 4 gallons of water daily. Market prices force immediate sale of low producers to limit losses.
A Wisconsin College of Agriculture expert urges poultrymen to use direct to consumer advertising. Fresh eggs, guaranteed and priced 5 to 10 cents above retail, can build a steady trade with concise detailed copy, a memorable trademark, and prompt replies to inquiries.
The article urges supplying hens with ample fresh water during cold months. It warns that frozen or infrequent water reduces egg production and harms health. It advises offering fresh water at least twice daily, avoiding large containers that may be neglected.
Castoria eases fretful babies with a few drops quickly bringing contentment. Marketed as a safe vegetable remedy for infants and older children, it is recommended for constipation colic and other distress. Mothers are advised to keep an extra bottle unopened to ensure availability.
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