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Newspaper
Decorah Republican
Location
Decorah, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1914
Page
7
Farmers' Review argues strongly that foot and mouth disease is highly contagious and requires slaughter and quicklime to eradicate. It stresses that mortality is not the main threat, but the disruption to livestock utility and industry, urging support for government-led eliminations rather than dissent.
The article argues farming profits hinge on adequate working capital and the skill to deploy it. It contrasts fixed capital with working capital, notes many farms lack enough liquidity, and warns that both capital and knowhow must grow together. It cites English tenants, farming efficiency, and warns against risky, unskilled investments while urging improved farm drainage, fencing, and hog-tight fences to maximize returns.
In farming practice harness costs mount from neglect more than wear. Proper storage away from stalls, regular oiling with suitable oil, and keeping harness out of dust and grime extend life. A clean quiet space prevents leather from drying, cracking, and becoming stiff, preserving value.
Navier Raspall the French naturalist contends moles eat only earth worms and occasional grubs, challenging the belief they protect plants by preying on insects. Thus the mole may be seen as an enemy to gardeners, not a friend.
A humorous note recalls Uncle John, famed for airing his feet at night to stay healthy, facing quarantine threats from a health officer. He cured the issue by using Barker's Antiseptic, and now his feet are notably improved. Sold by John G. Schimming and R. A. Ert, son, dy.
Calhoun County Michigan residents sign a petition urging the board of supervisors to allocate 1000 dollars annually to plant and care for fruit trees along state reward roads. With over 100 miles of improved highways to maintain the plan aims to generate revenue and reduce upkeep costs, though public support and proper execution are pivotal to its success.
In C E D Phelps notes a cedar and maple that grew so close they seemed rooted together. The maple, now taller and still growing, bent around the cedar and crushed it, its determined growth alarming the older cedar. The pair’s struggle illustrates nature’s stubborn competition.
An assortment of old time patent medicine pitches advocates Dr King s New Life Pills Bucklen s Arnica Salve and Chamberlains Cough Remedy with testimonials and usage tips. Mentions Adams McClain Blairsville Pa and Engbertson s Pharmacy as distributors. Also a tongue in cheek note on seat discomfort in public transport and praise for Deans Regulators.
The article argues farmers predestinate the next year's herd through brood sow mating and wintering. It advises selecting sows by character, avoiding small or nervous breeders, and choosing motherly, long deep sows. For males, aim for an intelligent, practical ideal and condition pigs before fattening, using light grain and pumpkins. manage brood sows with balanced grain, exercise, shelter, and sun.
An old advertisement touts Dr Bell's Pine-Tay Honey to relieve colds and coughs, promising to loosen mucus and stop coughing. It markets Dr Thomas' Eclectic Oil for cuts, sprains, burns, and bruises with price points of 25 and 50 cents, urging readers to buy at drug stores.
Chas A Clark of Kankakee county Illinois farms 145 acres with silt loam soil. He keeps seven cows ten to fifteen hogs fifteen horses and breeds Percheron mares for colts. He uses heavy fertilizer on corn and plows under clover to maintain humus then spreads farmyard manure on clover. His 90 acres yielded 5000 bushels in 1911 and 35 acres produced 2500 bushels last year. Frost and worms damage unfertilized corn, he notes, and well fed corn matures earlier and resists pests. Oats following corn yielded 50 bushels per acre in 1914.
An advertising note promotes Dr Kings New Discovery as a quick remedy to stop coughing at cold onset. It claims immediate throat penetration, soothing irritation and loosening phlegm with testimonials and a 50 cent price at druggists.
A Mrs A Keller of Elida Ohio reports two years of indigestion relieved by Chamberlains Tablets after trying two or three bottles Engbertsons Pharmacy sells them. The Mexican government plans wireless gear for all warships. Barker antiseptic claims 14 second foot odor relief. Land in Italy exceeds 11 million acres used for wine grapes.
R A Engberston, druggist, extols Adler i ka a bowel and stomach remedy made with buckthorn bark and glycerine. He notes that many report just one dose relieves sour stomach gas and constipation as the simple new medicine gains favor.
F. W. Fitch asserts that dandruff is caused by a dirty condition, not a germ, and that their Dandruff Remover dissolves and removes every particle when applied to the scalp. After washing, reapply to roots for a clean scalp and soft hair, with large size bottles offering economy. Available at druggists or by mail from The F. W. Fitch Co. Boone Iowa. Applications and shampoo also sold at leading barber shops. See cut and mail today.
Wallaces' Farmer extols home curing of spring pigs for Christmas meat. It argues the farmer should cut, butcher, cure, and smoke at home to avoid dependence on markets, noting the skill required and the joy of year-round home-grown food. It laments inferior modern pig feet and champions independence.
Mrs. John Bishop of Rossville Ohio reports a year of indigestion and long sick headaches. After trying various remedies a friend advised Chamberlains Tablets and relief came quickly. Sold by Engbertson's Pharmacy. Much wallpaper quality derives partly from leather waste.
A Decorah resident recounts severe back pain and kidney trouble, praising Doan’s Kidney Pills from Fester-Milburn Co. The testimonial claims the pills relieved pain, improved kidney function, and contributed to a long life, urging others to use the same remedy.
Court in Winneshiek County Iowa requires all concerned to appear February 1 1915 at 1 30 PM to contest the will claimed as Elizabeth Landmeyer late of Glenwood township deceased. Clerk OLAL KALLEVANG and attorney Willett ensure attendance and exhibit reason why probate should not be granted.
The undersigned will sell at 2 PM on January 14 1915 in front of the dwelling house on the described premises by order of the District Court of Iowa Winneshiek County. Edward Carrington vs Joe Partington et al First parcel The South Part of Lot 5 in a subdivision of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter Section 11 Township 100 North Range 8 West St P M. The second parcel The Northeast Quarter of Section 19 Township 100 North Range 7 West St P M. The sale is to the highest cash bidder. Referee LUROS Guest Bee 194 AUROLEE & CARLSON Attorneys.
Heirs of Amon Urness and Unknown Owners are warned that Lots 7 and 8 in Block 42 of Freeport in Winneshiek County Iowa were sold for 1910 taxes on December 4 1911 to Ingeborg Urness. Redemption ends ninety days after service of this notice and a Treasurer's Deed will be issued if not redeemed. Dated December 17 1914.
Public auction for cash set for January 6 1915 at 2 PM in Madison township Winneshiek County Iowa. Real estate includes East half of Northeast quarter Section 16 and partial North twenty acres of Northwest quarter Section 10 Township 98 Range 9. Lease to Magnus Larson through March 1 1916. purchaser gains lessor rights after deed delivery. Auction at dwelling on the described property.
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