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Newspaper
Brookshire Times
Location
Brookshire, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1930
Page
8
The turn ends with the orchestra silent and a jokey exchange as the conductor questions the violinist about the key. The violinist answers with a pun about a "skeleton key," prompting a puzzled reaction and a humorous misunderstanding.
A collection of light humor and snippets including a riddle about mail carriers, weather quips about rain aiding crops, and social vignettes about finances and family, featuring name snippets such as Jones and Brown in humorous exchange.
A playful cartoon caption riffs on the phrase all Greek to me with a flirtatious twist. The characters discuss unfamiliar symbols and clues, using humor to poke at ancient references and modern fashion.
A humorous reflection on Adam and recounting tales from earlier times. The speaker notes that despite many versions of stories, familiar yarns still entertain rather than tire. The tone hints at timeless storytelling across generations.
A Cornell University study by Professor L M Turd advocates using a single corn and grain mash from first feed to eight weeks, with grain added after. The plan emphasizes constant access to mash, twice daily fresh mash, horns for even feeding, pine grit, and gradual outdoors exposure with wool after eight weeks. Cod liver oil is recommended for indoor chicks, and grain portions are balanced with meat scraps and milk products to reach about 50 percent protein.
Two methods for vermin control in poultry are described. Blue ointment applied under the vent in small amounts and sodium fluoride powder rubbed into the skin at several sites on the hen. A newer method uses Blackleaf 40 liquid along the perch tops to kill lice by fumes.
A preferred shelter for turkeys is the open shed of the machinery shed type. An end can be closed at the front with roosts placed there for wind protection. The design offers excellent ventilation and space for exercise while providing needed shelter. It can also store small machinery in summer.
Scientific tests by experts from the USDA indicate that the essence of a bulb known as squill, sourced off Italy in the Mediterranean, may affect rats without harming humans, hens, or dogs. Further study aims to confirm safe usage.
A summarized guidance notes using thick cream as a head lice deterrent for poults and warns grease is harmful. It mentions camphorized oil applied lightly between quill feathers, used economically. Advises poults not confined in newly painted coops and not allowed on the chicken range for thrift.
In 1715 Thomas Doggett started Thames fishermen boat races. The first evidenced English regatta appeared off Raleigh gardens in 1775 inspired by Venice. The United States held its first race in 1811 between Knickerbocker of New York and Invincible of Long Island, with Knickerbocker victorious.
Chinese artist Kwei Teng showcases finger painting in New York with landscapes that blend Chinese and Western styles. He has painted this way for over ten years using fingertips and fingernail to draw, claiming the tool conveys his intentions more directly than a brush.
A historical clash framed around the 130 Spanish vessels in the Armada and the 197 English boats. The text notes that many were small craft and that the fighting centered on the larger ships on both sides under Queen Elizabeth.
In a humorous remark, Mr. Chug gins says he and his wife pick a road for its scenery and beauty, joking that they favor a route because of what he calls the prettiest cigarette advertisements in the world.
Dr. S Parkes Cadnan asserts education’s core value is teaching self discipline to complete required tasks regardless of personal preference. Aimed at readers of American Magazine, the quote emphasizes internal motivation and responsibility over enjoyment.
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