Morgan Funeral Draws Citywide Attendees in Simple Service
J Pierpont Morgan lies in state at Stuyvesant Square in a restrained ceremony praised for its unpretentiousness. A cortege from Madison Avenue to St George’s Church followed by a full church and honorary pallbearers included Elihu Root and Joseph Choate. The funeral train to Hartford carried family and associates as factories and schools paused in tribute.
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Fishermen Report Good Luck at Coast Resorts
In New Jersey weekly dispatches, fishermen report favorable luck at coast resorts. Maud Powell buys a Vineland chicken farm. Gibbstown raises pastor pay by 100 dollars.
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Vineland
Morgan Estate Tax Bill Reaches Record Level
State Controller figures place the J Pierpont Morgan estate inheritance tax between 32 million and 4 million dollars. The estimate, based on the estate valued at about 100 million dollars, would be the largest single estate tax payment received by the state.
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Albany
J.pierpont Morgan
Governor Issues Special Session Call For Jury Reform
Governor Fielder issues a proclamation reconvening the Legislature in a special session on Tuesday May 6 to enact a jury reform bill and to provide for a constitutional convention. The session may also address ratifying a proposal for a smaller freeholder board in several counties.
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Trenton
N. J
Fielder
Wheat and Corn Fail to Yield Eggs in Proportion
Prof James Dryden explained that feeding a 3.5 pound hen only wheat leaves insufficient egg protein. He noted wheat lacks proper egg making nutrients and corn is even worse, requiring four days for one egg's protein and risking poor egg production.
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James Dryden
Utah Farmers’ Institute
Handy for the Poultryman: Egg Freshness Tester Invented
An Indiana man designed an egg testing device using a lamp and conical metal tube with apertures and shields. By passing eggs through the collars and lighting from below, the contents of the shell reveal freshness like an X ray, aiding in selecting fresh eggs amid high prices.
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Indiana
Advise on Thrifty Hen Keeping and Poultry Care
The note offers practical poultry guidance on egg quality and chick health. It warns against hens that are not thrifty and recommends capitation as a remedy for ailing chicks. It stresses preventing mites, keeping sparrows out, cleaning drinking vessels, and using Cresdl compound as a disinfectant. It notes roosters should not mix with layers and suggests sprouted oats as dependable feed though fresh greens are preferred.
Milk prices in New York wholesale market
Tes markets lists milk prices with Class B at 1.71 dollars and Class C at 161 dollars per 40 quart can.
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New York
Castoria Ad Claims and Familiar Medicinal Taglines
A vintage advertisement layout promotes Castoria with phrases about patience and relief, claiming use for over 30 years and featuring a mother and child appeal. It uses generic health claims and reiterates the product’s trusted signature.
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Fletcher
Women And Pies And Scouts In The News
A London pie shop decline prompts notes on vanished old fashion shops including eel pies once linked to Sweeney Todd. Gen Sir Robert Baden Powell praises women who can do things and recalls Lady Baden Powell scrubbing a saucepan and doing the washing during a desert tour.
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Aga
Hairpins Through Time From Salamis to Catherine Howard
The article traces hairpin use from ancient Cyprus pins found in Salamis to Saxon gold and brass pins with garnets and pearls. It notes biblical mentions of pins, Jael and Delilah usage, and medieval fashion. It cites France and England, including royal wardrobe takings in 12 009 pins and Catherine Howard’s 1310 pin imports, with brass replacing iron by 1569.
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Postum praised as coffee substitute in health letter
A reader recounts relief from headaches dyspepsia asthma and digestion issues after quitting coffee and using Postum. Several women including a longtime W C T U president are cited as endorsers saying they felt well and happy after the switch. A reference to The Road to Wellville is included.
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