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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1893
Page
1
In brick construction with exposed walls hollow walls improve summer cooling and winter warmth, while aiding in keeping the house well. The cost of hollow walls is only slightly higher than solid walls according to The Canadian Architect.
Popular Science News reports a New Jersey photographer produced a single exposure showing five poses of the same sitter. Two mirrors set at 45 degrees to each other create the multiple reflections, offering a novel optical effect.
Natives report finding a large white brown egg off Sé-Augustin on Madagascar’s southwest coast. An Englishman now holds it in London, claiming immense value beyond a great auk egg. Egg measures about 33 to 34 by 28 inches with proportions far larger than ostrich or crocodile eggs.
The water plant from the Cape of Good Hope, Cape Pond Weed, blooms in summer and winter with frost caution. It grows best near pond edges, preps in a sunny vessel with manure and sand, and adapts to window or greenhouse housing through colder months. The article also weighs steam versus hot water heating for greenhouses, citing Professor L H Bailey on suitability and efficiency.
A historical farming article discusses causes of turkey breeding failures and emphasizes selecting best stock for generations. It warns against using immature birds for breeding, notes disease control measures, and outlines nutrition, housing, and care for young turkeys to prevent losses and encourage healthy development.
A cellar can be waterproofed by first cementing the floor, then building walls in cement and coating the exterior with Portland cement. Use one part cement to one part sand, and work cement under the wall bottom. Avoid cheap materials. A surrounding drain helps carry off water if well designed.
The Industrial World reports Professor Wiggins argues telegraph wires cause rain patterns by charging the atmosphere and collecting electricity at the Earth’s equator. He claims elevated spots attract energy and convect currents. this year America gains electric energy while Europe loses it, producing floods in the Americas and drought in Europe. He urges that electric wires be buried.
An instructor from the University of Illinois shops claims castor oil is highly effective against belt slipping on wood working machinery. He describes applying oil as a thin stream from a bottle along the moving belt edge to cover its full width, noting belts treated this way remain intact and functional for years.
A German inventor proposes a new tanning method to save time and labor by placing skins in a color bath for about two hours before alum and salt treatment. The plan claims to reduce washing and acid treatments and preserve suppleness without the usual post washing restoration steps.
An industrial authority notes that electric welding of rails is nearing practicality. He argues rail expansion and contraction may not cause failure, as rail bulging restrained by spikes can compensate. Abandoning joints would stop the constant clicking of wheels moving from one rail to another.
The article notes rising amateur photography among English ladies led by the Princess of Wales and Princess Louise. They develop negatives and mount prints themselves, reflecting a fashionable pastime. It also mentions a hypothetical $50,000 gold carry test and cites a rail experiment in Valencis Spain with steel flat top rails and crossbars, describing cost and setup.
The Industrial World describes Edison’s kinetograph combining an optical lantern with a phonograph to project moving pictures synced with the accompanying song or words. A prima donna’s movements and expressions could be displayed on screen with the performance, while the phonograph reproduces the song.
The text lists numerous spelling variants for the word cod across diverse languages and cultures, including Alla Zeul Dien Deus Gott Dios and many nonstandard forms, suggesting wide variation in naming across regions. It mixes recognizable roots with apparent errors and transliterations.
The article notes Bralma and Mediterranean classes suit cold and southern climates respectively. It recommends placing onion skins in nest boxes covered with straw to deter lice, and using wheat chaff as litter to allow hens to scratch. It mentions Seabright as a pretty bantam variety.
An advertorial warns women about pelvic disorders including womb displacement and irregularity causing fatigue and dizziness. It promotes Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as the safest remedy, with a testimonial from Miss Sallie Palmer of Nicetown Pa and mentions Pinkham's Liver Pills available from druggists.
A Country Gentleman correspondent explains building a durable walk by removing gravel, laying a cement Portland and coarse sand mix with cobblestones, forming a dry solid path. The method resists ice and traffic, remaining stable after years of use. The note also mentions best practices for rose cuttings and a humorous exchange from the Boston Globe.
The adjourned insolvency hearing for Dr J C Moore ex president of the Commonwealth National bank and People's Fire Insurance company of Manchester was withdrawn. Judge Hollins ordered probate notice given and the claim against the Commonwealth bank declared insolvent will not be pursued.
A Virginia correspondent argues farm sourced elements from wood ashes salt bone meal and plaster can supply phosphoric acid potash lime magnesia chlorine and sulfuric acid for wheat yields. Wood ashes and salt alone may ensure good yields on medium soils with minimal cost and independent of factories.
A home recipe advises burning sulphur in a hen house by heating a brick, placing it on the floor, adding sulphur, and sealing the coop for three to four hours to kill insects. The method aims to stop cracks and close the house tightly during treatment.
An amateur tried to shield Magnolia grandiflora with long straw tied by coarse sacks but all leaves dropped as new growth formed. Meehan's Monthly notes such trees prefer sun shelter from cold winds rather than close protection. Many fine magnolias in Philadelphia and nearby gardens thrive with only building shade and wind protection.
The notes discuss hydrangea propagation from cuttings, fall through spring timing, and green cuttings for hardy species. Tender species use vigorous young wood, usually late winter. Pink color results from seed propagation every two to three years. A stray quote about education and money appears amid the text.
The article argues that after improving roads they must be regularly cared for. It urges semiannual gatherings of local road district workers to assess taxes and perform repairs under supervision. It cites European highways as an example where ongoing maintenance by trained crews keeps roads in top condition.
Historic notes predict a heated clash between pacers and trotters as pace records rise. Mas cot and Flying Jib clocked 2 04 miles challenging old trotter supremacy. Revival could boost pacer breeding for riding and harness use.
A novel device for shingle roof protection floods the roof instantly with water via a ridgeboard pipe connected to the building supply. Perforations along the pipe allow rapid flooding to block sparks and embers from neighboring fires. The invention is praised as simple, cheap, and highly effective.
Farmers should keep corncribs off the ground on stone pillars or raised posts to avoid moisture mold and rat problems. Build a rainproof roof from boards, weight with poles, and invert boards to correct warp. dry corn fully before cribbing.
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