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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1921
Page
2
A vintage ad warns that being run down signals a disordered system and may lead to illness. It promotes an A-1 blood remedy described as a vegetable medicine like 8.S.8. claimed to drive out impurities and has served in the last half century.
A humorous quotation from the New York Sun recounts Whitey the office boy detailing a day at Coney Island. He describes eating peanuts hot dogs ice cream cones popcorn salt water taffy and other treats then notes they spent money on candy and a hot fudge sundae.
A humorous exchange notes modesty and partnership as one person claims self reliance while the spouse completes the effort. The quip reflects traditional gender roles and workplace humor from an era when domestic labor paralleled professional tasks.
Mrs Hicks says four Entonic tablets relieved stomach trouble and digestion improved. The ad promises Entonic cures acidity bloating and indigestion by carrying out excess gas and acidity, with a drugstore guarantee on a handy tablet.
During a London peace celebration at a West End restaurant, guests threw roses from upper windows to cheering crowds. A woman dispersed valuables including a bracelet, ring, hair ornaments, and later treasury notes. An elderly man hurled spoons, forks, and an apple that was caught and returned without breaking glass.
A DIY tool using three chains three hooks and a twisting post can contract a split rim to remove tires with minimal effort. A two inch iron pipe six inches long serves as the twisting post with holes for a bar. Graphite on the rim aids sliding and prevents finger bruises.
Squeaks come from dirt or grit on brake bands causing friction with metal drums. Cleaning with kerosene helps, while extensive grime may need a small amount of rosin and castor oil mixed to form a plastic coating on the brake bands.
Heating a garage in cold months can be beneficial but excessive heat followed by sudden temperature shifts when a vehicle moves in or out risks damaging varnished panels. The fine finish may crack or check, degrading the bodywork.
The article explains keeping automobile springs clean and lubricated to prevent rust and binding. It recommends covering springs with boots or leather substitutes to exclude dirt and moisture, noting cheaper leather substitutes and DIY sewing as viable options.
Scientific American describes a gasoline purifier with an auxiliary tank placed between the fuel tank and the carburetor to thoroughly remove impurities from the fuel. The invention aims to improve fuel quality and engine performance.
A tank features vertical partitions and hanging webs from the top to slow the movement of impurities such as water and dirt between compartments. This structure aims to keep a cleaner flow by reducing clogging in the communicating pipes.
When the water system outlet and inlet are close, fitting a rubber hose is hard. Sink the hose, bend it in the middle, and the ends will slip on more easily.
In changing tires and demountable rims time is saved by not removing the two lugs near the valve stem. This avoids needless work and speeds the tire change process.
The article advises lubricating shackles or hangers of track springs to prevent rust and clogging vents from hindering function. It recommends applying a small amount of kerosene at intervals to keep oil holes open and ensure proper operation.
Instructions describe checking wheel alignment by aligning front and rear wheels on one side with a string to the tire edges. Any gap over a quarter inch indicates misalignment and increased tread wear. after measurements the wheel should be properly adjusted.
Guidance from the United States Department of Agriculture emphasizes early shallow cultivation to prevent weed and crusted soil checks. In heavy rains, deeper cultivation may be needed to dry and aerate soil while avoiding root damage. maintain a loose mulch 2 to 3 inches deep and adjust depth as stalks reach 2 to 3 feet.
The text advises frequent cultivation to maintain a loose soil mulch, break crust after rains, restore mulch quickly, and prevent moisture loss. It notes risks of hard ground and tall corn, recommends shallow cultivation if needed, mentions protective blocks and wheels, and compares labor savings with different cultivators and shovels chosen by soil, corn size, and weed growth.
United States Department of Agriculture guides gardeners on spinach as a versatile early spring and fall green. Plant in early spring after frost risk, or in October in the South for winter growth, with well rotted manure and fertilizer, proper spacing, and thinning for tender greens.
The USDA says farm fences need two main traits, service and economy. A fence should safely restrain stock without injuries and be economical by balancing initial cost with durability and low maintenance. Higher quality materials and proper construction reduce repairs and depreciation risks, lowering long term costs.
An application of about 50 pounds of hydrated lime to an 80 by 60 foot garden often benefits heavy clay soils by loosening and pulverizing while binding sandy soil. Lime corrects soil sourness tied to drainage. however, poor drainage should not be relied on.
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