Desert courtroom secrets push to a chilling pursuit
In a tense frontier tale two men clash over a woman's fate and a hidden murder. Judge Davis collapses as De Witt’s explosive testimony shakes the courtroom and a violent chase spurs toward a native valley where Davis races toward vengeance with a revolver in hand.
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Seaton
de Witt
Judge Davis
Winton
Central
Sheila
Malopo
van Vorst
Garrett
Judge
Davis
Lving
Nkama
Snake de Witt
Liberian Child Pawning and Dowry Practices Reported
The article describes child pawnage in Liberia to raise money, noting daughters are valuable due to dowries paid to husbands. Parents may demand more after marriage, with many girls wed around age fourteen. The piece highlights customary practices in interior regions and the social value placed on daughters.
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Liberia
Lesson on Israel's Downfall and Exile
The lesson outlines Israel's captivity under Assyria as fulfillment of Amos prophecy. It cites wicked northern kings, idolatry, rebellion, child sacrifice to Molech, magical practices, and final divine judgment, urging repentance through Jesus Christ. It notes future exile and warns against rejecting God's grace.
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Israel
Amos
Jeroboam
Hoshen
Assyria
Samaria
God
Elijah
Elisha
Jesus Christ
Palestine
Gates That Deter Hogs While Letting Cattle Pass
Describes two fencing devices to separate hogs from cattle in shared fields. Figure 1 shows a two plank gate with a narrow close plank creating a chute that hogs climb but cannot clear. Figure 2 uses a rotating hot water tank on pivots to drop when hogs straddle it, forcing a retreat.
Go-out Committee Urged For Practical Christianity
A brief exhortation argues for more religion in daily life and in church activity. The author calls not only for a lookout committee but a Go-out committee to engage non-churchgoers and revive walking and talking faith.
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HL G. Gibbud
A Christian A Christian
A fragment reflects on Christian leadership and identity within a religious community, contrasting following Christ with guiding others. It frames the concept of a Christian leader as a guiding figure for men.
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Christ
Christian Herald
Pigs Born With Black Teeth Harm Lambs and Sows
The article notes that when sows carry piglets beyond gestation the young pigs may develop abnormally long sharp teeth and discoloration. These teeth injure the dam during suckling, causing sore udders, infection, and possible rejection of pigs. Breeders should monitor litters and remove the issue promptly.
Save Lambs and Increase Profit From Farm Flock
Seasonal advice urges flock owners to protect newborn lambs with extra feed and attentive care. Healthy ewes bred well should yield vigorous lambs as markets approach. Ensure dry clean quarters, dry well ventilated sheds, and avoid crowding near feeders to prevent injuries. Exercise is essential too.
Plan to Prevent Horns in Calves by Caustic Potash
Plan to prevent horn development in calves involves rubbing caustic potash on the horn buttons when the calf is under one week old. Protect the eyes and hands with paper wrappers, and apply lard or vaseline around the horn area for safety.
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A. S. Alexander
Dairy Officials Say Frozen Silage Safe For Cattle Feeding
Iowa State College dairy officials state that feeding frozen or moldy silage to dairy cows is harmless in moderation though large amounts may cause scours or temporary loss of appetite. They note no other harmful effects and warn against feeding any silage to sheep or horses.
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Iowa State College
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P. B. Fitzwater
Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Western Newspaper Union
Diamonds
Victor Rousseau
W.G. Chanman
Daddy Seaton
Sheila Seaton
Chronicle
Lenton
Mr. Garrett
Popular Mechanics Magazine
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