Gods of the Chinese in San Francisco and burial rites
An article describes Chinese funeral customs in San Francisco including worship of deities such as the god of thieves and the god of swine. It notes offerings, dreams, and propitiation rituals, the coffin handling, mourning periods, mock money scattered for spirits, and beliefs about three souls. It also comments on poultry health practices involving red pepper and feed preparation.
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San Francisco
Estes
Ingo
Drouth
Wotsons
Raphael
Povennia
The
Fox
Pentre
Son
Nacho Beige
Sarah
Teese
Whit Poti
Abel Ein
San Francisco Chronicle
How to plant corn for early germination and best yield
Practical notes advise seed placement in a four inch bed, covering lightly to keep soil moist and warm. Emphasis on soil moisture 65 degrees, light friable texture, and careful cultivation. Critics urge farmers to tune machinery use, noting old methods produced better yields and that overreliance on gear reduces result.
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