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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1918
Page
4
A fragmentary Victorian era style collage describes piano amateurs, a conductor, and backstage curiosities after a finale. It mixes stage banter, whispered witticisms, and references to cocktails, fashion, and social pieties in a bustling theater ambience. The piece mentions audience reactions, a reception after the performance, and assorted humorous asides from unnamed papers.
An old agricultural notice explains a pit storage system for Irish potatoes and other produce. It details pit selection, lining with straw, layering vegetables, and earth covering, with ventilation considerations, cold-weather protection, and advice to store several crops in one pit to reduce openings.
A historical snippet reports cures said to arise from exotic remedies and blood chemistry theories. It mentions the kidney and urinary symptoms, claimed benefits from a tonic, and references sleight claims about digestion and rheumatic pains. The page also includes jokes and brisk anecdotes on manners and misfortune.
An old advertisement touts Cuticura Soap and Ointment for itchy scalps and dandruff. It promises gentle rubbing with hot water and daily use, offering free samples by mail via Cuticura Dept. La Best, sold widely. A humorous aside follows about an audience reaction and a pun-filled exchange.
Kansas State Agricultural College professor Morrill explains that one well managed bee colony can outperform two or more poorly managed colonies. The piece notes soil prep, moisture retention, weed control, and deep early plowing boost yields, with Oklahoma and Kansas studies showing profit from early sowing and soil work.
A fragmented note discusses different varieties of sweet clover and alfalfa, mentioning yellow and white blooms, plant shape and volume, and hints at color, growth, and appearance under magnification. The text references horticultural observations and care.
Feed adjustments advised to improve growth with more growing material and grain or scratch feeds. Mentions lens whole grain and scratch feeds. Notes options for fond with higher protein and fiber content to support growth and development.
Ambiguous scrawl describes vegetables and fruits, mentions vines and decay. Text references preservative needs and supplies but lacks clear actions or names.
University of Minnesota extension notes emphasize corn as the best silage crop when well regressed. Sorghum and Rafly follow in value, with cutting stage critical to yield. If crops are too wet or dry during ensiling, quality drops. proper moisture and timely harvest matter.
A damaged OCR passage describes removing late weeds from a southern flat corn field. It mentions cocklebur and other wooded leftovers left at the site, with emphasis on pulling or hoeing the worst spots to prevent further damage and ensure the field stays productive.
A fragmented note discusses sheep keeping profits and efficiency. It mentions improving cleanliness, continuous covert operations, and the aim of producing valuable food products like milk. The text hints at a process or doctrine guiding practical husbandry and stock upkeep.
An old patent remedy Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound claims to darken gray hair evenly by simple application, restoring natural color and luster. Directions describe dampening a sponge and applying thinly to strands, with effects appearing by morning and lasting with further use. Not for disease cure.
A historic宣 campaign links National Government, Federal and State courts and public schools with Waele Sam’s naturalization bureau to Americanize foreign born residents. The plan expands night classes in 1700 communities, aiming to transform aliens into citizens with shared rights and duties for national unity and wartime preparation.
The United States Geological Survey reports stone production value for 116 reached 7 041 009 dollars, up about 6 percent from 1p, with marble near 9 percent of the total and minestone up over 17 percent from 1915. Major states and output totals for stone and related imports are listed, alongside Canada as a key foreign market for passenger cars and the UK and France leading in commercial car purchases despite uncertain figures.
A satirical collage touts salts from grape and lemon juice as a cure for kidney issues, claiming meat harms kidneys and praises Dr Morce’s Pluesant Fellets for liver bowels and stomach regulation. It blends odd medical quackery with light exchanges and jokes from contemporary publications.
Mrs O M Rune Ridgway of Pert recalls suffering months with weakness and unable to work after medical treatment. Her sister-in-law recommended Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound. After using it she regained strength and now does all housework with a young child to care for.
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