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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1954
Page
3
A fragmented reminiscence recalls William Dean Howells while consul in Venice. A visitor, strikingly tall, quips about fatness and suicide, prompting a grim joke on using the speaker as rope. The noisy, odd anecdote reflects casual, careless comments of the era.
A historical letter shows attorney Barclay B. Coke replying to a client request for legal advice. He notes no retainer has been received and states he cannot act until a $250 check arrives. He promises to review the matter and inform the client of results upon receipt.
Purdue agronomist Howard Lathrope argues top corn yields demand balanced nutrients. He advises a soil rich in nitrogen phosphate and potash with starter fertilizer, ample active organic matter, and a reserve nutrient backlog to feed soil organisms and sustain the crop.
A vintage kitchen note presents a cherry cheese pie with cream cheese and a bright cherry glaze. It includes directions for the crust, filling, and gelatin glaze, plus a warm serving suggestion and a curious tip about pork chops baked in apple juice with raisins.
A lighthearted dialogue centers on a child asking about a camel's hair brush and a father’s amused explanation. The exchange showcases a playful family moment, highlighting curiosity and a gentle pun about grooming.
A humorous exchange unfolds as a caller asks to see the manager. A clerk replies the manager always has time to see pretty girls. The caller then announces that his wife is present, creating a comic misunderstanding.
Woman's World urges daily grooming for face and hair with personalized routines. Fresh makeup applied as needed boosts morale, while hair care depends on scalp conditions and locale with shampoos and brushing tailored to individual needs.
A Department of Agriculture study using records from about 950000 cows shows that cows producing 5000 pounds of milk annually are typically not profitable for owners. The Beltsville Center found body length, especially head length, correlates with milk output, while new short-time cheddar cheese production from pasteurized milk cuts processing time by hours.
Fruit and cheese combine for a frozen salad serving as both dessert and a sophisticated refreshment. Ingredients include American cheese, boiled dressing, sugar, lemon, strawberries, bananas, oranges, and whipped cream. Mix, fold in fruit, freeze in a mold, then slice over crisp lettuce or with bread and butter sandwiches.
A North Carolina poultry scientist warns that quality chicks require balanced nutrition and ample feeding space to maintain vitality and production. Growth depends on proper protein and energy, minerals, and vitamins. water is essential, with 2.8 to 3.2 gallons daily for 100 chicks.
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