Valentine mystery brightens a quiet night home
In a small room Stacey and her husband Dick confront loneliness and longing as a mysterious valentine and violet bouquet arrive. Stacey reveals she received the gift and note while Dick finally offers quiet support, leading to a tender moment as they discuss affection beyond daily routines.
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Stacey
Valentine
Jeanne
Jeanné
Anne Bracey
Tio
Hfm
Blacey
Koon
Valentine Dick
Brucey
Anne
Start Garden Plants In Window Stand Of Tilted Boxes
A kitchen window garden solution features a vertical stack of boxes pivoted by side screws for sun exposure. Boxes tilt toward and away from the window each day to follow the sun. Pegs lock the boxes in place and the stand can be removed on cold nights.
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Farm Journal
Rats Deterred by Arsenic Remedy in Barn
A Farm and Home correspondent relays a farmer’s use of arsenic mixed with cornmeal to control mice and rats. He reports dramatic reductions, noting no odor from dead pests and costs under five cents for the treatment, with results lasting six months or more.
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Farm and Home
Cor
Early forced potatoes and seed selection tips
Early forced potato cultivation advised for faster tuber production. Select short topped seed varieties, place sprouts toward light in shallow boxes or frames, start in a light cool place, then plant with only the strongest two eyes. Provide warmth after planting and aim for dwarfed tops to accelerate yield. One tuber per nine inch pot, two per nine inch box, frame planting 12 inches apart.
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Farmers’ Review
Farmers' Guide notes Missouri peach crop value rising
A Massachusetts reader recalls farm life and soil affinity while The Farmers' Guide highlights Missouri's peach harvest valued at five million dollars. The piece also mentions ongoing discussion of temper and practical farming for raw materials and ice storage.
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Massachusetts
Missouri
Modern Conveniences for the Farm Home No 270
Farmers seeking ideas for farm house building or remodeling are urged to send to Washington for the U S Department of Agriculture bulletin No 270. The bulletin provides helpful suggestions on improving farm home comforts and mentions disposal of wastewater as a notable topic.
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Washington
Farmers
United States
Department of Agriculture
Utilizing Manure Increases Crops And Efficiency
Farmers should spread barnyard manure evenly soon after production using a manure spreader. Avoid lumps as they reduce grain yield and cause uneven growth. A sturdy, well-made spreader saves money and improves soil feeding, with strength and reliability valued over price.
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United States
Handy Barn Door Latch Gives Simple Door Security
A secure barn door latch made from two smooth boards and two narrow strips. Wide pieces are screwed on the door’s outside about the middle to slow the thinner strip from sliding, enabling easy play between them.
Doorknob Fastening: Homemade Bar and Hasp Method
Instructions describe adding door strips and blocks on the casing, hoop tray pieces with holes, and a sliding wooden bar with a center hasp. A half inch by three inch notch and a hardwood pin enable opening from either side. One user reports 20 years of satisfaction and potential for 20 more.
Meat Famine in Germany Deepens in 1906
The Farmers Tribune reports ongoing meat famine in Germany with a 225000 head drop in slaughter in the second quarter of 1906 compared to last year. Restrictions on importing American livestock and meat have worsened the shortage amid population growth.
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Germany
Farmers’ Tribune
Butter Particles and a Strainer Solution
Farmers' wives miss butter particles escaping through a draining hole in the churp. A one strainers hung over the hole could save buttermilk bits lost in the season. Mony wickie makes money. hire a sturdy work team for the hired man.
Peruna touted as cure for la grippe and catarrh
The ad features testimonials from Robt. L. Madison of Cullowhee High School and others praising Peruna for la grippe, systemic catarrh, and post influenza recovery. Messages claim long-term health gains, improved breathing, and regained strength after illness.
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Robt. L. Madison, A. M
Cullowhes High School
Painter
N. C
Victor Patneaude
Madison
St. Topeka
Kan
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