Poultry and Strawberries for Profit and Potatoes from Ladrone
The text discusses using large hen breeds to control pests and fertilize strawberry patches after harvest, with minimal scratching and localized colony houses to limit damage. It notes egg production and small-scale trials proving profitability. A skipper brought sweet potatoes to the Ladrone Islands, then San Francisco, given to Professor Wickson with hopes of a commercial potato revolution worth millions to California.
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Ladrone Islands
San Francisco
Wickson
California
Keepsake Gooseberries in Early Planting Tests
The introduction notes Keepsake gooseberries are firm productive and ship well though profitability over wide areas requires trials. In limited tests it surpasses other English varieties but its quality trails the Downing among American growers. It mildew resistance is better than many European types though susceptibility remains. Planting in large areas is not advised without multi season testing.
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Downing
Building a Low Cost Hotbed for Amateur Gardeners
A practical guide for amateur gardeners who also dabble in carpentry. It describes creating a low cost hotbed from a sash and boards, using stable manure as the base, light soil on top, and careful ventilation and watering to start seedlings.
Corn-fed swine linked to paralysis and treatment
The article notes paralysis in pigs is common in corn belt regions where hogs are heavily corn fed. It recommends easom salts, laxative bowels, slop feed with wheat middlings and flaxseed meal, milk as liquid, ample lime water, gradual diet changes, and early weaning if pregnant.
New Seed Wheat Treatment Found by Oklahoma Farmer
J A Wright of near Tennessey Oklahoma Territory reports a coal oil seed treatment for wheat using half a gallon per twenty bushels, covered overnight. He claims it preserves grain from rot and insect damage and has increased yields over three years compared with neighbors with better soil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A1. Wright
Tennessey
O. T
Wright
Wheat damaged by cutworms in Canadian and King counties
Reports from Canadian and King fisher counties indicate serious wheat damage caused by cutworms. The Oklahoma experiment station entomologist surveyed affected fields and recommends spraying a green-tinted strip of wheat ahead of the worms at one pound per 100 gallons of water while the worms feed, with no grazing on treated wheat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian
Kingfisher
Oklahoma Experiment Station
Sweet Potato Discovery by UC Professor Wickson
Professor E J Wickson of the University of California department of agriculture believes a sweet potato has been found that stores as well as the white potato. The discovery could impact storage and cooking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. J. Wickson
Department of Agriculture
University of California
Pruning Shrubs by Bloom Periods
The article explains pruning rules for spring and fall blooming shrubs. It notes spring bloomers form flowers on last year’s wood and should be pruned after blooming, while fall bloomers are pruned in spring to encourage flower shoots for the next fall. It emphasizes remembering the bloom period to time pruning correctly.
Water and Solids in Milk Explained
Skim milk is about 90 percent water and 10 percent solids. Solids include 3.5 percent casein and 4.5 percent milk sugar with traces of fat and albumen. Whey forms fat, curds supply growth elements. feeding both with bran and salt is advised. sour skim milk should not be used. use fresh or only slightly sour skim milk.
Turkey Coop Described as Efficient By American Agriculturist
A turkey coop praised for reliable use is described in American Agriculturist as having features that ensure perfect satisfaction in poultry housing and management.
Ingenious Small Aviary From Packing Crate Ventilated
A DIY bird coop built from a large packing case features a ventilator at the top and a drop door of close boards hung by a cord. The door can be opened independently, with a wire netting section. A hinged hatch allows flexible use for cold and warm nights, and a shaded area forms for birds in warm weather.
Grass of the Lawn Advice on thickening lawns
The article explains sowing seed to thicken grass and vary lawn growth. Sprouting improves with shade and frequent clipping, leading to a good sod by late summer or earlier. Cutting prevents shading, provides sun, and helps young grass compete with established grass if soil is rich.
Real Estate Booms Across the Nation Reach Historic Heights
The United States experiences a sweeping real estate and building boom with strong gains in farms, homes, and business blocks. Major cities report surging values and new construction while cheap land prices vanish as demand climbs nationwide. Markets from Buffalo to Chicago, Philadelphia, Pittsburg, Baltimore, and Omaha show double digit rises and record investments.
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United States
New York
Buffalo
Philadelphia
Pittsburg
Wood Street
Penn Avenue
Fourth Avenue
Decatur Street
Baltimore
Omaha
Nebraska
St. Louis
Illinois
Chicago
Federal probe targets coal railroads and price control
A Washington correspondent says a federal inquiry led by Charles E. Hughes will seek the books and records of coal carrying railroads to prove a price fixing conspiracy. The case, backed by the President and Attorney General, could convict corporations and spark a national, sensational prosecution rivaling the insurance investigations.
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Coa
Washington
Charles E. Hughes
Supreme Court
Coal Road Combination
Hughes
New York
United States
Interstate Commerce Commission
New York Cathedral Plans Record 859000 Organ
Funds from Mr and Mrs Levi P Morton back a joint project by Robert Hope Jones and Ernest M Skinner to build a world class organ for St John the Divine in a new Boston factory. The Hope Jones method uses vibrating metal tongues and electric action with air admitted by a piston.
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Levi P. Morton
St. John the Divine
New York
Robert Hope-Jones
Norchester
England
Ernest M. Skinner
Grace Church
Plymouth Church
Brooklyn
Boston
Hope-Jones
Tie
Harmless Duel Bullet Invented for Practice
Dr Deirliers of Paris introduces a hollow reusable harmless bullet for duel practice. Tested with pistol and swordike guards, it wounds bare skin but does not pierce clothing. In 272 shots, 202 struck the duelists.
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Deirliers
Paris
Rail and transit highlights from early 1900s headlines
The article notes appointments and plans across major railways including John C. Breckenridge named consulting engineer for New York Central and Northern Pacific eyeing a Cottonwood to Lewiston line. It reports speed feats on the Twentieth Century Limited and financial results, with widespread rate discussions and freight car shortages amid a busy transport sector.
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John C. Breckenridge
New York Central
New York
Northern Pacific
Pacific
Idaho Northern
Cottonwood
Lewiston
Idaho
Johnson
Norfolk and Western
Columbus
Sandusky
Pennsylvania
London
England
London Power Omnibus Company
Europe
Great Trunk Lines
Wabash
Chicago Great Western
Bradstreet
Harvester Trust
Minois Northern Railroad
Ohio
New England
Boston
Virginia
Iowa
Ilinois
Indiana
Nebraska
Michigan
Lake Shore
Cleveland
Twentieth Century Limited
Toledo
Missouri Pacific Railway
Gould
Paris Labor Riots Sparks 70 000 Guarded City and Arrests
Paris endured a labor riot with 70,000 troops and police on duty. Rioters clashed with officers on Place de la Republique and nearby streets as arrests mounted, prisoners were jailed, and anarchists expelled. The unrest followed a push for an eight hour day amid global labor tensions.
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Paris
Place de la Republique
St. Martin Canal
Lynim
Palace de la Republique
Bank of France
Bonrse Duo Travail
Place de Veroile
Champs Elysees
Cavary
Dorsay
Stephane
Gueriwicott
M. Levy
Confederation of Labor
M. Fromentin
Water Improves Coal Storage Findings
A British study shows submerged coal in iron crates stored a year and a half ago at Lortsmouth gains heat while coal stored in open air and tarpaulins loses heat. Six month samples tested prove submarine storage increases value. Large scale marine storage trials planned. drying before use is needed to prevent spontaneous combustion.
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Lortsmouth
New York Assembly Backs Public Campaign Contribution Bill
The New York Assembly passed a compromise bill by voice vote requiring public disclosure of all campaign contributions. It allows small donations but fell short for reform advocates who opposed the measure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Assembly
Rail Mills Congested As Orders Drain Output
The Iron Age reports growing rail mill congestion will reduce general steel product output due to heavy orders in the past two weeks.
Mrs Grimes and Child Die in Brush Fire Near Greencastle
Mrs John Grimes wife of a prosperous farmer southeast of Greencastle and her 3 year old daughter were burned to death when a brush fire touched the yard. The three Grimes children played nearby and the 3 year old wandered into the flames. The mother rushed to aid, both were enveloped in flames and fell exhausted before help arrived.
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John Grimes
Greencastle
Terre Haute Library Opens As Memorial To Emeline Fairbanks
The Emeline Fairbanks Library in Terre Haute opened Saturday at a cost of 75000, presented by Crawford Fairbanks the millionaire brewer. No dedication exercises were held per his wish. The building commemorates his mother and features sixteen portraits on the dome. Gen Lew Wallace and James Whitcomb Riley are named the state's greatest novelist and poet.
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Terre Haute
Crawford Fairbanks
Emeline Fairbanks
Lew Wallace
James Whitcomb Riley
Culver Cadets End Hazing After Expulsion Wave
Frightened by the expulsion of eighteen students Culver Military Academy cadets from both upper classes vow to stop hazing. The upperclassmen had previously tormented juniors since last fall with tabasco dosing headstands and humiliating orations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Culver Military Academy
Annapolis
May Straighten Kankakee River Project
Wealthy Kankakee landowners met at La Crosse to plan straightening the tortuous Kankakee from La Porte county to the Illinois state line. The program aims to reclaim several hundred thousand acres and has government approval that may include an appropriation to assist the work.
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Kankakee
la Crosse
Laporte County
Hne
Supreme Court narrows anti cigarette law scope
Judge Gillette of the Supreme Court sustained the anti cigarette law but ruled it applies only to dealers and manufacturers. The decision says individuals may still smoke if they obtain cigarettes from outside the state, and upholds the trial court's refusal to convict W. W. Lowry of Indianapolis for obtaining cigarettes from outside the State.
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Supreme Court
Gillette
W. W. Lowry
Indianapolis
Robberies Reported on Local Steamer and Donation Box
Arthur Miller of Kentucky told Evansville police he was robbed of nearly $1000 in gold aboard a steamer at the port. Raymond Lackey, a young man, was arrested in connection with stealing a substantial sum from a contribution box for San Francisco snuff sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Miller
Evansville
Raymond Lackey
San Francisco
Albany Church in Ashes
The small Presbyterian church in Albany burned to ashes. The brick building dated from 1897 cost 3000 dollars to erect. Insurance details are unclear. The congregation faces a great misfortune from the loss.
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Albany Church
Littl Presbyterian
Albany
Carnegie Pledges 250000 Endowment for Butler University
Andrew Carnegie pledges 825000 of the additional endowment for Butler University in Indianapolis. Of the 250000 total, 100000 has been raised, leaving 1125000 still unpledged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Carnegie
Builer University of Indianapolis
Mad Dor Bites Two in Perry County
The son and daughter of John Clemens were bitten by a mad dog and may die. Clemens killed the dog securing relief for his family.
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Mad Dor
John Clemens
Perry County
Clemens
Woman Burned to Death in Centerville Incident
Mrs William Muartthes wife of the township assessor died when she was burned to death at Centerville. The report notes the fatal fire occurred at her residence and authorities are investigating the blaze.
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William Muartthes
Centerville
Tragic Coal Oil Fire Fatalities Near Lebanon and Princeton
Edna Flowen age T reside near Lebanon died in a coal oil explosion while starting a fire. The 2 year old Gray child near Princeton perished after his clothing caught fire while in the door yard. The mother sustained severe burns in an attempted rescue. The Kieth District primary returns show Cromer winning by 1354 over Stillwell. Bryan plans a Evansville stop in mid September to announce a Australia lecture. Indiana University at Bloomington suspended Daily Student editor Robert E. Thompson and associate editor William C. Mattox for publishing untrue Panthygatric articles. Successors were chosen.
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Edna
James Flowen
Lebanon
Oscar Gray
Princeton
Kiehth
George W. Cromer
Lorace C. Stillwell
Evansville
William Jennings Bryan
Australia
Indiana University In
Bloomington
Robert E. Thompson
William C. Mattox
Daily Student
Panthygatric
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