Rats and Mice as Pest Menace Warned by USDA Biologists
USDA biologists warn rats and mice pollute homes and destroy food, spreading bubonic plague and diseases. The pests cause over 200 million dollars in annual losses across homes, factories, stores, and ships, with breeding rates and no redeeming traits noted. The article urges farm and home practices, fall and winter timing, and wartime food conservation while detailing local Carolina efforts and Camp Jackson purchases.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Economical Method for Peeling Potatoes Described
An article notes a United States Department of Agriculture suggestion to reduce potato waste by blanching in boiling water briefly. It describes peeling by slipping skins after a short boil while keeping the potato nearly raw for ready handling in dishes like scalloped potatoes.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States Department of Eriewture
Farmers urged to place orders for next season's crop
The text instructs former suppliers to place orders now so producers can plan for the next season. It notes timely orders ensure sufficient supply and allow six to eight months for fulfillment and adjustments to agricultural needs.
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Solagnisen
Sheep farming touted as nation’s future in late 19th century notice
A promotional piece extols sheep keeping on farms as low cost, high return. Benefits cited include soil improvement, weed control, year round meat and wool, and easier transport of wool and mutton. Walter R Bowker is noted visiting Biddeford for business as prices for farm goods and produce are listed with regional market terms.
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Ho. Sehnaidt
Ames
Towa
Mr. Schnaide
United States
Sufferers Across The Blue River In Woolwich
A week of hardship unfolds across the Blue River in Woolwich with residents facing ongoing difficulties. Sufferers seek aid as community efforts mobilize to address the strain and secure relief.
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Blue River
Woolwich
Woolwich News Aids Losses and Local Moves
Woolwich residents report relatives visiting, moving to Livermore Falls and Bath. several households suffer illnesses and repairs. Charles Carter’s bass voice lingers in community events as Cas rles Brown takes over pumping duties. Lincoln County borders shift as Sagadahoc yields to Lincoln, affecting local meetings and school extensions.
Deaths and Storm Disruptions Highlight Bath Area News
In Bath and nearby towns residents faced transport chaos as the L A and W trolley service halted during last weekend’s storm. George Henry Berry, 66, died of heart failure at his sister’s Bath home. He leaves three children and siblings in several states. John Harvey, formerly of Bath, died in Elizabeth New Jersey after a railroad accident. Pupils at Lowell school plan a cheerful event amid the period’s disruptions.
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Saradahoec
Wright
West Bath
George Henry Berry
Elizabeth Tedford
Mechanic St
Bath
Tedford
Mr. Berry
Langdon T. Snipe
Berry
Berry's Mills
Texas Steamship Co
John Harvey
Harvey
Elizabeth
Lillian B. Williams
Richmond
Lowell School
Christmas entertainment and tree at school closing
A closing event marks the usual Christmas celebration with an entertainment program and a tree. Exchanges of presents are planned for all attendees.
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Idiays
Sheriff Oliver gains nationwide notice at WCTU convention
A Lewiston Journal despatch highlights Sheriff Wilbur C. Oliver of Sagadahoc County Maine for enforcing the law. Delegates at the Washington D C WCTU convention praised his record and invited him to attend, with Mrs. Oliver present. The piece notes local dentists are closed Mondays, causing home treatment of toothaches.
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W. C. Oliver
Bath
Washington, D. C
Lewiston Journal
Wilbur C. Oliver
Sagadahoe County
Oliver
Fernald
Fruit a tives claim cures indigestion and heart pains
An aged testimonial from Fred J. Caveen of 682 Grininn St East Toronto describes two years of indigestion and heart pain followed by relief after using three boxes of Fruit-a-tives. The ad promotes 50c a box, six for $2.50, with postpaid ordering from Tech atives Limited Ogdcushiss.
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Grininn St
East
Toronto
Fred J. Caveen
Techatives Limited
Ogdcushiss
Bread for Halifax Sufferers Bakes 3800 Loaves
William Mann completed 3800 loaves for Halifax sufferers starting Saturday forenoon and shipped by American Express at midnight. The donor’s timely relief drew high praise from Bath residents as reports warned of bread shortages in the stricken city. Bridge trail Winneganee hosts Friday night dances with Robert Oliver mortgageed events and Lemoine's orchestra, drawing large local attendance.
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William Mann
Halifax
American Express
Bath
Bridge Trail
Winneganee
Tnes
Robert Oliver Morgages
Lemoine
Nath
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Cewe
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Dr. Stott
Maine
Carters
Liv
Ermore Falls
Willard Trott
Chelsea
Mas
Pie Robinson
Manchester
Mass
John McKenney
Augustus Lavine Weer
Chester Dana
Augusta
Helnat
Cony High
Warriett F Hathorne
Union ‘Bridge
Lowell Brown
Edmund Brookings
Brookings
Gardiner
Murphy's Corner
Alrs
Emma Hathorne
John Savage
Frank Carter
Julia
Lincepitere Talis
Mr. Carter
Casrles Brown
Cromwell
Mehitabi Kowe
G. al. Stinvon
A. A. Stati Jefe
United Stat
Feaseles
Lemuel Preble
Hepri¢ett
DB. W. Blair
Sidney Evans
Wiscasset
Wilberstone
Barbara Ayer
Frank Card
Carl Trott
Freeman Trott
Portland
Newport
R. I
Washington
Sagadahoc County
Gertrude Parker
Lisbon Falls
Raymond Dexter
Massachusetts
Dexter
Popham
C.A.C
Lincoln Batley
Eugene Dnfrance
A. DG. Taywing
Charles 1D. McDonald
U.S. Medical Corps
Fort MacPherson
Atlanta
McDonald
Latrance
Guy Crosby
Deucott Soule
Leinnel Stinson
Lincoln Bailey
Crosby Mills
Arrowsie
Weahthouse
Hikiseus
Ziganikt
Ellen Corliss
Hyde Windless Co
Fried Corliss
Perry
Judson Baker
Dath
Baker
Percy & Small’s
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U. S. Food Administration
Merrell-Soule Co
Syracuse, N. Y
Sheriff
Rayo
Albany
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