Unclear Text Reflects On Money, Math And Beauty Ideals
Fragmentary remarks discuss borrowing trouble without security and the idea of finding money without work. It mentions a Marine pistol and stereotypes about women’s math skills and appearance, though many words are garbled.
Americans urged to use home grown tobacco period
A trade journal declares Americans must learn to use home grown tobacco. It notes that the stance will particularly affect those who have never used any tobacco before, as reported by the Youngstown Telegram.
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Youngstown (O
Poor Material in His Promises
A young wife recalls her marriage ended quickly as she laments that his promised love lasted only as long as a wood pavement. A friend consoles her with a wry observation on the fragile nature of promises.
War-weary warriors debate lasting combat before peace
The text notes factions among veterans arguing over continuing war versus seeking peace. Impulsive fighters push for ongoing violence while cautious leaders advocate restraint. Ultimately prudence wins as conditions for peace are deemed not yet ripe.
Ration in Congress Through the Years
The article traces the ratio of population to each representative from 1789 to 1910, noting 30 000 to 1 in 1789 and 210 000 to 1 in 1910. It explains the ratio adapts with population to prevent an unwieldy lower house and to keep Congressional business manageable.
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Congress
Washington
Reginald’s Custard Comedy Ends In Sponge Cake
In a light misadventure at home Reginald’s wife pleads for a simple pudding while he endures a day of kitchen trial. She reveals she spent hours making custards that all turned into sponge cake, prompting a humorous domestic scene at breakfast.
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Reginald
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Coffee’s Weight on Old Age and Postum Testimony
A reader recites a family tale of coffee harming a mother’s heart and stomach but improving after replacing coffee with Postum. The narrative claims Postum eased long standing ailments, reduced headaches, and improved overall health, noting similar benefit to other family members and contrasting Postum forms.
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Postum
Postum Co
Dattle Creek
Portum
Greeare
Farm animals gate built through fence
A simple rural note describes constructing a gate in a fence. It details stapling wires to a post, bracing adjacent posts, and cutting the wires between to form a small gate.
Fattening Lambs Secret Found in Corn and Hay Mix
University of Illinois sheep chief W C Coffey reports experiments on shelled corn and alfalfa hay ratios to fatten Western lambs. The study compares feeding and market qualities of wether and ewe lambs and examines lambs bought on the Chicago market. Results show fleece timing affects weight gain and profit, with later shearing yielding higher gains and profits.
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W. C. Coffey
University of Ilinois
Chicago
Weaning Cost Feed Guidelines for Foals
The passage notes that pastures are often short and dry when foals are weaned and emphasizes that green grass is best for nourishment. If late pasture is available, the foal should have free access. otherwise, feed wheat bran twice daily with good clover hay to sustain growth.
Farm Husbandry Adages On Stock Care And Profit
Medley of old farming maxims on sheep, horses, cows and stability. Emphasizes timely market sales, humane treatment, efficient stables, and proper herd management to protect profits on farms.
The Charm of Motherhood and a Health Tonic Claim
An article discusses changes in women after childbirth and urges use of Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as a tonic and restorer of female health. It promises confidential advice from a woman if readers write to the Lydia E. Pinkham Medicines Dept.
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Pinkham
Lydia E Plakham
Three Ages at New Berlin Botanical Gardens
Lastige Diatter notes the new Berlin botanical gardens as wondrous yet too small for children. Hart and Frau Muller learn their son Paul, age six, cannot enter, and they still plan a Sunday visit with a few cautions.
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Berlin Botanical Gardens
Lastige Diatter
Hart
Frau Muller
Paul
Cuticura Soap and Ointment Prove Effective
Testimonial from Mrs J J Steelman at 1177 Market St Chehalis Washington notes relief for skin troubles after free sample. She reports a remarkable change and healing of burning itching after using Cuticura Soap and Ointment, ending with the subject becoming a well boy.
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St. Chebalis
J. J. Steelman
German Effort Aims to Unify 40 Systema of Stenography
A campaign in Germany pushes to standardize the many stenographic systems in use across the country. Proponents argue a unified method will improve efficiency, training, and communication among court reporters and officials.
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Stenog
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