Manganese ore supply rises with domestic output surge
U S Geological Survey reports domestic mines now provide about one third of high grade manganese ore, up from one sixth in 1917. Montana leads production with Butte and Philipsburg districts driving output. Great Falls ferromanganese plant may boost Montana supplies. Statewide shipments, imports, and regional mines are detailed, with plans to curb Brazilian imports as domestic production expands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Geological Survey
Department of the Interior
D. F. Hewitt
Montana
Butte
Phillipsburg
Great Falls
California
Livermore- Telsa
Alameda
San Joaquin
Chocolate Mountains
Imperial County
Ironwood
Riverside County
Nevada
Las Vegas
Alabama
Arkansas
Georgia
Tennessee
Virginia
Utah
Minnesota
Leadville
Colorado
Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce
Brazil
Cuba
India
Chile
Costa Rica
United Kingdom
Panama
Mexico
Japan
Canada
Australia
Europe
Lips and
Bas
Woman Avoids Operation with Pinkham Remedy
Canton Ohio resident Marie Boyd describes avoiding surgery after doctors advised it. She credits Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound with alleviating her female troubles enabling her to work at home. The ad urges others to try the remedy before surgery and offers medical guidance from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canton
Ohio
Lydia E. Pinkham
Marie Boyp
5Th St
N. E
Lyna L. Pinkham
California Syrup of Figs Ad Promises Quick Child Relief
A vintage ad urges mothers to treat coated tongues and constipation in children with California Syrup of Figs. It claims fast inside cleansing prevents illness, warns against counterfeit syrups, and directs buyers to check for the California Fig Syrup Company name on the bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
California Fig Syrup Company
Governor urges abolishing Florida railway commission
In a message to the Florida special session Governor Catts asks to abolish the state railway commission as unnecessary and costly. He says the commission would be reestablished only if utilities are returned to private ownership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tallahassee
Fla
State Railway Commission
Catts
Florida
Wilson to be made honorary citizen of Piedmont towns
Turin reports that President Wilson will receive honorary citizenship in all Piedmont province townships. Resolutions granting freedom of the towns will be presented at a solemn ceremony as he travels through Turin on his way to Rome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turin
Italy
Wilson
Piedmont
Rome
Farm Bureau Conference Plans 1919 Food Drive in WV
Mercer county officers and county agent attended a conference in Hinton with West Virginia University extension leaders to organize a state wide food production campaign for 1919. Speakers Nat Frame and Wim Kendrick urged farm bureau strength, with Farm Bureau Week proclaimed by Governor Cornwell to boost membership. Road improvements near Mannering Wind Mill Gap progress, aiding Prosperity and Barger communities with heavy haul access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia University
Hinton
W. P. Winfrey
E. B. King
Mercer County
West Virginia
Nat T. Frame
Boys’ Club
Wim. H. Kendrick
Morgantown
United States
Secretary of Agriculture
Houston
Cornwell
Mercer County Farm Bureau
Wrirecton
Wind Mill Gap
Farmers Progress Report From J K Linkous and Neighbors
J KE Linkous reports good results from corn demonstrations using several methods. H W Arrington’s Duhring test shows excellent crop gains from extra prep and care. P H Hedrick plans lime use after mountain road work next year. L J Belcher grows crimson clover as soil improving crop. Dayton Lilly notes higher wheat sowing in his area. J F King promotes schools and clubs in Prosperity and Barger regions. T M Goforth praises his new silo and silage as good feed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. KE. Linkous
H. W. Arrington
Duhring
P. H. Hedrick
Mannering
L. J. Belcher
Princeton
Dayton Lilly
Camp Creek
J. F. King
Barger
T. M. Goforth
Brush Fork
Resting Out Farming Implements and Weather Loss
The writer argues rust and rot from weather damage exceed wear from use. He urges farmers to protect wagons, plows, harrows and tools under proper sheds to curb avoidable losses and taxes.
Thanksgiving Service in Bramwell Welcomes Large Congregation
A union Thanksgiving service at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Bramwell drew a larger crowd than usual and featured prayers, hymns, and a sermon from Rev. Rachall of the Presbyterian church. The Associated Charities received donations to sustain baskets and Christmas gifts, with strong support from the congregation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
Bramwell
Hlavens
Methodist Entired
Walter Brooke
Mr. Rachall
Presbyterian Church
Rachall
Thomas Stockdale
Associated Charities of Bramwell, Cooper and Simmons
Associated Charities
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Beaver Pond
New Hope
Rock District
Macattam School House
Montcalm
Edison
Strument
Tven
Caill
East End
Bluefield
Edst End
Farm Bureau
East River District
UNION
St. Margaret’s Guild
St. Margaret's Guild
Holy Trinity Church
Kate Hewitt
The
W. J. Pritchard
Wilkesbarre
BE. Hartsook
Jean
Roanoke
Mabel Baker
Cincinnati
Pete Bouldin
J. C. Pack
I. T. Mann
Miss Pack
Bouldin
Mullens
Joseph Hindsle
Edward Cooper, Jr
Paris Island
S. C
W. A. Bishop
Pocahontas
Lewis Little
Mr. Little
Re T. Little
Drill
Gladys Rickman
Maude Freeman
S T. Luke's Hospital
Mary
Margaret McKirath
Stoneswall Jackson College
Abington
Percy Mc Slrath
S. A. Adearis
Percy Merifrath
Charleston
Miss Adams
Elmer Peters
Saunton
van Buren
Roosevelt
Charlie Chaplin
Mette
Henry A. Lilly Company
Princeton Avenue
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