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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1912
Page
3
Secretary Wilson recalls a farmer tale in Washington about a fields auction during a good breeze. The farmer explains that grain heads appear thicker when waved by wind, making the field seem more valuable to the auctioneer and buyer.
In Arden a dinner guest quotes Upton Sinclair declaring patriotism is dying and internationalism prevails. A captain trains recruits and asks a red haired recruit Phillips why a soldier should be ready to die for his fatherland. Phillips agrees with the sentiment.
Clarence Alcott recalls a legendary Thanksgiving game between two great varsities. He notes it was faultless in play with star plays and clockwork precision yet it involved no injuries, no doctors, and no blood. Spectators called it magnificent but not football.
In Washington, Congressman Henry mocks a marriage of convenience as cynical chatter about an earl and Miss Lotta Golde. He recalls a two-man exchange about financial support and social bonds, ending with the idea that the earl is a devoted slave eager for the bonds.
A Baltimore man argues that alimony should rise due to the high cost of living. The court hears his account and a discussion of this action quotes Justice Begg and reflects on the impact on those with marital troubles.
A farmer writes on using ground limestone from Stevens county for soil improvement. Finely ground unburned lime corrects acidity, aids calcium deficient soils, and suits clovers and alfalfa. Typical application: three to six tons per acre, up to eight tons possible, spread after seed bed prep with a harrowed surface.
The article advises on grasshopper growth, noting that undisturbed soil and abundant food enable multiplication, especially in west alfalfa areas. It outlines prevention by fall plowing, and two control methods: a hopper dozer for direct killing with kerosene and water, and a criddle mixture bait of horse droppings, salt, and paris green. It cites U S Department of Agriculture and Canadian entomologist Dr Fletcher, highlighting safer impacts on wildlife and field results before frost.
The piece suggests children make handmade dolls and a small teddy bear as Christmas gifts. It highlights a pair of dolls in sweaters as a novel, seasonally appropriate idea and encourages personal, heartfelt gifts from the giver.
The article credit Mr. Dobson with creating Christmas cards after a 1844 sketch to a friend. He lithographed the design to reach about twenty five recipients and found the reaction far more joyful than gifts. This card greeting became as essential as evergreens and holly for Christmas.
A Christmas candle game requires mother's permission and adult supervision. A child blindfolded near a lit tiny tree must take three steps forward turn three times then walk four steps and blow. The child who blows out the most candles wins a prize.
The article notes that many people still play cards at Christmas, keeping an ancient custom alive. It cites Henry VII's prohibitory statute against card playing except during Yuletide, and mentions Sir Roger de Coverley in the early eighteenth century sending hogs puddings and a pack of cards to every poor family in the parish.
A festive mix of quotes from A Christmas Carol highlighting Tiny Tim's blessing, Fezziwig’s cheer, and Ebenezers's Christmas spirit. The passage notes Dickens's view of Christmas as a time for generosity and warmth with vivid imagery of holiday pudding and steam.
Christmas in France is described as a religious festival rather than a family gathering or festive holiday. The focus is on religious observance rather than communal merriment or secular celebration.
A playful verse describes Christmas upstairs and down with surprises in every corner. It mentions Jack Horner and Mother Hubbard as well as hidden packages under the couch and the need for secrecy to avoid spoiling a Christmas morning.
The notice urges readers to submit news items early to avoid missing print deadlines. It warns that Wednesdays and Thursdays are busy, with presses running on Thursday afternoon, and delaying to Wednesday afternoon or Thursday risks not appearing in print.
A new time card took effect Monday on the Wabash road adjusting eastbound trains No. 34 from 7 52 to 7 48 a m No 2 from 1 40 to 12 24 a m and No 28 from 6 20 to 6 02 a m while westbound No 3 shifts from 1 22 to 1 42 a m and No 9 from 9 07 to 7 48 a m The Towpath morning run now departs Attica at 8 00 reaches Covington at 8 56 leaves Covington at 10 50 and arrives Attica at 11 40 The afternoon trip leaves Attica at 4 05 arrives Covington at 4 45 departs Covington at 4 50 and returns to Attica at 5 45.
Rid your children of worms with Kickapoo Worm Killer candy lozenge. It claims to expel worms, regulate bowels, and restore health and happiness. Mrs J A Brisnen of Elgin Illinois endorses it. Guaranteed at druggists or by mail. Price 25 cents. Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co. Philadelphia and St Louis.
The term dichotomy is described as borrowed from botany and used by the U S medical press to denote a split in a surgeon's fees between the surgeon and the recommending practitioner. The note frames this as illicit business practice.
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