Memorial Day Tale Reunites Veterans Henshaw and Tom
In a New England village on a Centennial Day Reuben Henshaw recalls war memories as Governor introduces him. A striking tribute unfolds when Reuben’s comrade Tom Duffield arrives, proving bravery and friendship endure beyond conflict. Samantha guides an overwhelmed elder out toward the light.
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Reuben
Samantha
Mr. Whitney
Reuben Henshaw
Tom Duffield
Tom
Hazel Run
Washington
Christian Commission
Vermont
Veteran actor William H. Crane tops American stage at 53 years
Cranes long career places him as the oldest comedian on the American stage with 53 years on the boards. Missouri quail stocks fall as hunters nearly wipe out the birds. 10000 quail imported from Arizona to restock coveys. Baldwin Locomotive Works chief Albn Johnson started as a clerk in the office.
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William H. Crane
Missouri
Arizona
Albn Johnson
Great
Baldwin Locomotive Works
Sectional Bookcase Sparks Civil War Debate in Library
A conversation reveals a library shelf split between Union army and Confederate history. One speaker notes the owner keeps a sectional bookcase with books on both sides of the Civil War, highlighting the era’s divided memory.
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Church
Gotham
Natural Curiosity Reveals a Charming Auto Class Hero
A witty exchange notes a man in an automobile who wins hearts by chance, with one character marveling at his luck and another asking how he does it. The dialogue plays on flippant stereotypes of charm and luck in pursuit of romance.
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Reuben
Tom
Samantha
Senator Gallinger
New Hampshire
United States
Proper Boar Care for Stronger Pigs and Larger Litters
The article advises retaining a good boar for several years to improve offspring, and keeping him in a grassed, hog tight yard away from sows. It recommends a quarter acre for exercise, green feeds like clover when possible, sparing fattening feeds, and a steady supply of ashes salt and charcoal to promote health.
Rape as Feed for Sheep and Hogs in Pasture
Rape provides a versatile feed for sheep and hogs. It is usually pastured but when land is scarce it can be cut and fed, then regrown for future pasturing. Sow five pounds per acre in spring on well prepared ground and use temporary fences to rotate grazing.
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Canada
New York
Montreal
Ottawa
Breeding Crate for Swine Featured in Farm and Home
A swinging breeding crate for swine designed by George W. Brown of Hancock County Ohio allows easy transport and use for boars and sows of different sizes. The device uses a bridge to close the rear, slats to adjust size, a hanging false floor that doubles as a top for shipping, and hook and eye fastenings for secure transport.
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George W. Brown
Hancock
County
Ohio
Feeding the Idle Horses Review of Winter Feed
The article advises avoiding high priced feeds for idle horses and shows they do well on simple winter rations. It notes idle horses eat hay oat straw corn stalks or sorghum, requiring little grain and allowing thorough mastication for proper digestion.
Quick Indication of Scours in Livestock
The first sign of indigestion scours is foul smelling dung. Cut feed to half the usual amount immediately. For two to three periods, add a tablespoonful per pint of milk of a mixture of one half ounce formalin in 15.5 ounces water. After two to three periods, return milk to regular amount.
Avoid Tainted Food Causes Sheep Stoppage
A cautionary note explains how tainted feed swiftly harms sheep and stresses strict feed cleanliness to protect flocks and prevent sudden illness.
When do you think peace will come
A Detroit Free Press quote riffs on peace timing with a wry line about inviting belligerents. The quote highlights skepticism toward swift peace and implies negotiation as the path forward. It captures editorials voice and a wartime mood using a concise, clever barb.
Allen's Foot-Ease for the Troops Ad
War zone hospitals order Allen's Foot-Ease antiseptic powder for troops. Applied in shoes and foot-bath, it promises rest and comfort and makes walking easier. Sold everywhere. 2c. Try it today. Adv.
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Allen
Lawyer and Witness Question About Marriage in Court
Lawyer asks if the witness is married and which judge ordered an unmarried status. The lady testifies she is unmarried, prompting a quizzical exchange on the judge’s marital status.
Millennial Musings on Flies and Dandelions
A short reflective piece muses on a whimsical swap where flies pull up dandelions and dandelions poison flies, imagining a playful ecological reversal.
Don’t Lose Your Hair With Cuticura Treatment
An advertisement touts Cuticura Ointment for irritated scalps with dandruff and itching. It recommends applying ointment to touch spots, then using hot Cuticura Soap shampoo. Claims no better result and offers free samples by mail with a booklet from Cuticura Dept. L Boston. Sold everywhere.
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Cuticura
Dept. L
Boston
Sawed Off Sermon and Epilepsy Cure Ad
An advertisement mocks a cautious preacher while promoting Dr. Kline's Epilepsy Medicine. The copy proclaims fifty years of uninterrupted success and offers a large trial bottle free from the Dr. Kline Company of Red Bank New Jersey with adjacency.
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Pr. Kline
What is an ultimatum pa and a better bad example
A quirky quote exchanges a joke about an ultimatum and a mother’s hat. It wields humor to illustrate tense advice and the value of blunt wit.
Ad Slogans and Phrases From A Vintage Ad Page
A collage of ad style lines and slogans mentioning Red Cross Bag Blue clothing care grocers and generic remarks on marriage time money self confidence and peace advocacy. The readable bits suggest advertisement copy rather than a cohesive article.
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Adele Brown
Euben Henshaw
Mr. Henshaw
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al Whitney
Joe
Upper Hallam
Gether
Father
Mr. Butfield
Samuel Pitomer
Deitie
Rochelle
Serge Soden
the Centaur Company
Spohn Medical Coo
Goshen, Ind
U.S. A
Detroit Free Press
Red Cross
Self-confidence
Aden
Levi Strauss & Co
San Francisco
P.p.le
University OF Denver
Chanceleok Buciptel
Denver
Colorado Iron & Metal Co., Ltd
Larimex Sis
Coley
W. V. Bennett Boom
Bee Bidg
Omaha,Neb
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