Turkeys Defy Theft Then Tie Rich Gifts to Townsfolk
Rex Parsons finds a flock of fancy turkeys on his farm and plans to donate them to ten needy families. A stranger, Marsh, appears claiming ownership and offers to buy the birds, but Rex keeps them for charity. Marsh later returns with his daughter Nella and adds more birds to the gifts, while Rex and Nella grow closer through the mission.
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Rattlesnakes and Their Habits in Desert Regions
The article describes rattlesnake refuges in rock crevices and underground passages where they hide from predators and humans. It notes the red rattlesnake as the best known in the southwest and that July and August are when shedding makes them most dangerous, often vulnerable to stepping on them.
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Byron’s Disgust Sparks Luncheon Scene at Pleveu House
Haydon recalls Byron in a foul mood at Lady Byron’s presence in Pleveu house. Byron angrily denounces gormandizers while, in a fit, tossing the luncheon into the hall. Lady Byron weeps and withdraws as the painter relays the scene.
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Hedge culture and shows of wealth along New Jersey coast
The article extols evergreen hedges along the New Jersey coast from Atlantic Highlands to Bea Girl as a symbol of affluence and taste. It details planting methods, soil preparation, mulching, and pruning to keep hedges healthy and shapely, noting related social events on Long Island where wealthy women compete in flower basket arrangements to share ideas and elevate horticultural skill.
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Japanese Maples For Ornamental Use In Gardens
The Japanese maple offers rich color and decorative value with proper sun. Water freely in spring and summer and keep soil loose around the base. Do not prune the tree.
Kiowers in Democracy Voice at log cabin speech
President Wilson spoke at a log cabin setting about democracy and the place of genius in the nation. The remarks linked simple roots with national destiny and referenced the home as a symbol for democratic ideals.
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Flavoring With Celery and Chestnuts in Cream Sauce
A detailed guide extols celery for flavor and health benefits, noting its edible parts from leaves to outer stalks. It provides storage tips, then offers a chestnut celery soup recipe: chop celery with onion and carrot in butter, add milk and cloves, simmer. prepare chestnuts, blend, combine with celery milk base, cook, and serve garnished with chestnuts.
Delicious Dishes of Rice
Feature on multiple rice recipes including rice boil rice omelet croquettes rice bread and rice cornbread. Each method outlines ingredients steps and tips such as lemon juice to keep kernels separate and shaping croquettes into cones for frying.
Deviled Fillets of Chicken Recipe Card
Cut chicken breast into long thin strips. Dip in melted butter then heat in broth until cooked. Serve on a hot dish topped with a hot mixture of two tablespoons vinegar and two of Worcestershire or mushroom catsup, one tablespoon chutney and a dash of salt.
Baking Powder Biscuits From a Simple Home Recipe
A short home recipe directs lifting one teaspoon baking powder and a quarter teaspoon salt. It says to mix in flour with urd, add a half cup milk, stir into a dough, roll on a floured board, cut shapes with a cutter and bake quickly for about fifteen minutes.
Household Lore Sparks Kitchen Repair Myths
A damaged OCR fragment describes household tips about dye durability with salt and vinegar, a fireless cooker in Gispenmable, and a device that can work overtime during heavy cooking without needing repairs or extra fuel.
Flaky Pie Crust Instructions From a Vintage Recipe
A vintage recipe describes a flaky crust using one and a half cups flour one third cup taed and added cold water. It instructs rolling, spreading lard, rolling again, and repeating the process several times for pies or tarts.
Potatoes Sizzle: Butter Brush For Golden Brown Bakes
A cooking tip suggests greasing potatoes with a touch of butter before baking to achieve a beautifully brown and glossy finish that enhances their appetizing appearance.
Glycerin Chemistry Notes Describe Softening Effects
Fragmentary note describes glycerin use to soften materials and mentions weak chemical interactions. No clear date or origin, but indicates practical testing of glycerin for pliability in unspecified material context.
Chiefs Put Issue Up 10 Trainmen Leaders Refuse Comment
Four railroad brotherhood chiefs sent circulars to about 400000 members after talks with railway managers without resolving the Adamson act dispute. William G. Lee announced the move as the leaders left for the west. Washington observers said Congress would likely be drawn into the railway labor controversy.
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French Refuse Compromise on Tien Tain Dispute
The French government has refused to ratify the US proposed compromise settlement of the Tien Tain concession dispute. The report notes a need for allied warships in Atlantic waters and identifies vessels as commerce protectors.
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France to Honor Joffre as Marshal of France
Paris reports the government will elevate General Joffre to marshal of France in recognition of his eminent services. A decree nominating the bill will be submitted soon.
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