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Newspaper
Ashton Gazette
Location
Ashton, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1908
Page
2
A poem from Ainslee's Magazine yearns for autumn travel to forests where leaves burn scarlet and gold. The speaker longs to wander from dawn to dusk as leaves drift and the brook whispers of summer dead, questioning return to a place where the trees keep falling.
Reuben Stern, once a famed financial genius, returns to England after bankruptcy and social ruin. On a voyage home he meets Mrs Poole, a deserted wife seeking her missing husband who vanished amid rumors of deception and a gambling den in America.
In a London pursuit of her missing husband Edith Poole confronts the fate of Sir Stephen Jessop announced dead. Stern resists seizing the baronetcy and urges Edith toward a shared future as widow and wife, ending with her finding solace in his arms.
A US article argues Mindanao in the Philippines holds millions of acres of rich land now idle and could support vast development. It compares Philippine trade prospects with Porto Rico and urges Washington to expand customs to include the Philippines for greater American benefits.
A curious portrait of the English, described as forgetful after conflict, driven not by forgiveness but by a strong impulse to resume trade with former enemies. The note mentions Dubflt High Homestead as a reference point.
The Suffolk Punch is an English origin heavy pony with chestnut color, deep body, and strong work vigor. It weighs 1800 to 1900 pounds and is valued on farms for efficiency, though brittle feet have hampered its progress. breeders are improving feet while noting its long lifespan and docile disposition.
A Wisconsin dairy expert outlines practical barn improvements including 6 square feet of window space per cow, south and east facing long vertical windows, and twice yearly sanitation with ceiling and wall cleaning. Cement concrete floors prevent leaks, gutters sized 8 by 20 inches, and smooth mangers for easy cleaning.
Practical instructions emphasize shade and cleanliness for water vessels and nests, frequent kerosene use on chicken roosts, fresh nesting material, and ventila tion. It warns against feeding sick birds, notes lice infestations in nests, and advises greasing hogs and warming kerosene with lard for animal care.
The article details scaly leg as a damaging condition in poultry causing feverish symptoms and foul odor. It explains the parasite growth on shanks, resulting in stiffness and lameness, and outlines remedies including liquid lice killer, soft soap application, thorough scrubbing, and sealing with vaseline or paraffin.
Farmers Home Journal warns that new birds must be quarantined for several weeks before joining existing stock to prevent disease. Keep stock separate until health is proven. introducing sick birds risks infecting a healthy flock.
National and State Pure Food Departments urged legislation to stop bleaching dried fruits. Sulphur fumes used to whiten fruit may be injurious. Agricultural journals warn about bacteria damaging old books and spreading in damp conditions. Portland police court plans to seize revolver parts for a stove.
Mrs Lenora Bodenhamer of Kernersville North Carolina reports stomach tremble indigestion and ongoing unease. After medical treatment failed she describes relief using Peruna and Manalin based on Dr Hartman guidance. She urges others with similar symptoms to try Peruna citing personal improvement and numerous testimonials.
Ackermann notes cobwebs to stop bleeding can worsen outcomes by causing infection or tetanus. The passage cites a child whose finger was bound with cobwebs and later developed lockjaw, proving the spider’s web caused harm. It condemns use of tar, tobacco and cobwebs in wounds as dangerous myths.
A buyer accuses a real estate agent of deception over a promised deep bathing pool. The agent dodges, claiming the water would reach the buyer’s neck if he jumped in head first, revealing a comic misrepresentation in a property sale.
A Michigan woman describes recovering from indigestion and nerve distress after a year of illness. After starting Grape-Nuts her appetite returns, stomach calm, nerves steadier, and she resumes work. The letter promotes the product with the Brattle Creek Postumi Co imprint.
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