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Newspaper
Butler Weekly Times
Location
Butler, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1909
Page
3
An article advocates beautifying homes by planting shrubs and trees with minimal cost. It argues farmers can prepare lawns themselves, spend ten to twenty dollars on ornamental trees, and notes trees increase home value. It contrasts well kept farms with neglected ones and comments on civic duties and shotgun legislation.
The Indiana Farmer argues that dairy and poultry offer higher returns for investment than other branches, yet farmers have long undervalued them due to old habits. Dairying boosts soil fertility and crop yields, with corn and corn silage forming core rotations. clover or alfalfa plus corn enriches feed and soil, reducing reliance on bran and cottonseed meal.
A summer seed supply supports a succession of quick maturing crops. Lettuce and radishes fade fast and should be followed by other quick or late maturing plants. Tomatoes peppers follow greens, late sweet corn follows early beans, and late celery can use fertile moist potato ground. Continuous cropping keeps soil weed free and moisture available, showing a good gardener by the high share of useful plants.
A strangely preserved rock-encased toad labeled Rameses II was discovered 500 feet underground in Butte Montana. Scientists estimate its age at 1,000 to 1,200 years, yet modern life proved too swift for the creature as it died after awakening in daylight.
The April dividend and interest payments exceed 125 million dollars, up about 16.9 million from last year, with industrial dividends up nearly 5 million versus 1908. The report notes stronger profits across industry and sufficient earnings to cover interest and distribute gains to stockholders. Clermont to mirror Fulton steamer to mark the Hudson tercentenary. World commentary on inauguration timing and naval competition warns pace needed for airship progress. Far afield notes on cannibals in Africa, a surprising husband servant tale in New Jersey, and Chicago air quality claim.
An eagle at an Illinois zoo laid a $1000 egg, a nest egg for more than the eagle. Twelve inch guns capable of a 25 mile strike prove they are not noiseless, adding a sharp contrast in this compact report.
To pelate in Arizona, British Colum bia, Colorado, Idaho, Mexico, Mon tana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah and Washington, fare, greatly reduced through services operated over the Missouri Pacific via Pueblo and the Scenic Route, The Denver & Rio Grande. If you are contemplating a trip West let me figure with you today. I can save you time, trouble and money. Call at Office or write me I will be glad to a sal at you. E. C. Vanpenvoort, Agent.
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