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Newspaper
Decorah Republican
Location
Decorah, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1915
Page
8
Douglas Malcolm surveys shredded corn stover as hay substitute, noting 2 to 8 tons per acre from stover versus 13 tons per acre for hay. He cites price data, USDA figures, and experiments showing higher farm income, fodder value, and fertilizing benefits, with shredding costing little and enabling efficient, integrated feeding with silage or clover.
Illinois farmer J P Poppen of Stephenson County reports a lamb mortality record of 2 lost from 50 born and a flock of 100 sheep yielding an average of 11 pounds of wool per head. He notes wool sold at 16 or 21 cents per pound and says he will not sell the flock as it keeps weeds down and pays for itself.
Thousands suffer neuralgia due to ignorance of remedies. Apply Sloan's Liniment to the affected area without rubbing to soothe the nerve and reduce inflammation. Quick penetration promises relief, with a 25 cent bottle available at druggists, money back if not satisfied. Windsor, Ont. begins using Niagara Falls electrical energy.
An old ad style piece urges stopping children's colds to prevent serious after effects. It promotes Dr King s New Discovery for cold relief and cough suppression, claims germ-killing and healing support, and notes availability at druggists. It also advertises electric powered grain elevators and Dr Thomas Eclectic Oil as a household remedy with two sizes.
In several nations the line between fancy and utility breeders narrows as top producers now value both egg yield and feathers. Trap nesting over seventeen years proves best layers can match egg-type records, while fine type can coexist with high production. Many breeders now select for dual standards, improving stocks and profits.
News notes warn that colds are dangerous as they lead to serious diseases and urge quick relief with Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. The ad claims the remedy loosens a cold and aids expulsion. Advance notice reports Mme Calve’s jewels robbed in France as a hint of an early engagement in the country.
The article explains that soils turn acidic as lime is washed out by rainfall, especially in humid areas. Even limestone-based or glaciated soils lose lime over time, becoming acid, while semi arid soils stay alkaline due to insufficient rainfall. Correction via lime applications is recommended.
An advertisement touts Dr Bell s Pine Tar Honey as effective for colds and coughs. It claims the product loosens mucus and soothes lungs and is guaranteed at 25 cents. A jokey note adds a line about a sun spot 50 000 miles long and vaccination.
An advertisement urges kidney health with Doan's Kidney Pills, citing Mrs. M. Askelson of Cresco Iowa, who reports back and loins pain relief after use. The text also includes the Winneshiek County Farmers Mutual Fire and Lightning Insurance Association annual financials for 1914 showing insurance in force, premiums, and disbursements with cash on hand at year start 1915.
Court in Winneshiek County Iowa sets February 8 1915 at 9:00 am to hear probate of the last will and testament of Lewis Lockwood late of Jackson township deceased. Persons may appear and show cause why the will should not be admitted to probate. Clerk Olat Kallevang signs and seals the record January 11 1915.
Winneshiek County Iowa on February 1 1915 at 1 30 p m to attend probate of instrument purporting to be the last will and testament of Nels N Frose late of Madison township deceased appearance to show cause and related notice dated December 28 1914 signed Olaug Kallevang Clerk and C O Rue Attorney
A sheriff sale notice cites a General Execution issued November 21, 1914 by Cerro Gordo District Court. The property of J D Mullaney in Decorah Winneeshiek County Iowa is offered February 2, 1915 at 9 am at the court house front door to satisfy a judgment of 609.90 plus interest and 58.20 costs from May 20, 1914 and accruing. First National Bank of New Hampton Iowa is plaintiff through attorneys Blythe Markley Rule Smith.
Warnings advise against giving children cough medicines containing opium as dangerous illnesses may follow. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is promoted as safe and effective for coughs, colds, and croup in both children and adults, claiming no opium or harmful drugs. Sold by Engbertson's Pharmacy. An aside notes Europe sending undesirables while Americans travel abroad each summer.
Advice notes Dr Bell Pine Tar Honey for children with cold symptoms promising quick action and relief. Mentions Bucklen's Arnica Salve and Burdock Blood Bitters with brief health claims. Includes a remark on Norwegian women jurors and a wartime wireless telegra phy update.
Peru Indiana man R F Erwin reports indigestion biliousness and constipation lasted a year until taking Chamberlains Tablets which he says helped him right away. Ad shows Engbertson's Pharmacy sells them. Also a wry quip about spinsters outliving wives due to late night sleep.
Mrs G C Dunn of Arnold Pa praises Chamberlains Tablets for stomach trouble and bilious attacks saying relief came from the first dose and she feels like a different person after one bottle Sold by Engberts on Pharmacy Ady Also Doans Ointment for skin itching and Dou s Regulars for gentle bowel relief priced at 25 cents at all stores
An Ad by John G. Schimming and R. A. Engberteon from Ady advertises Barker Antiseptic claiming perspiration on feet or arms will be knocked out in 15 seconds. The short pitch markets rapid relief for sweaty skin.
Notice is given to attend probate of Elizabeth Landmeyer, late of Glenwood township Winne shiek county, at 1:30 PM in February 1915 to show cause why the will should not be admitted. Clerk Claik Kallevang signs, with WILLETT as attorney, dated December 19, 1914.
In Iowa District Court Winneshiek County the estate of Amanda Goddard, deceased, represented by Executor Dee L. Goddard, sues multiple Carter and Kirschman heirs over the 1899 will. The suit requests construction of bequests, validity of land transfers, and settlement of ambiguities regarding real property and personal estate. Default date set for February 1, 1915, if no defense is filed. M A Harmon represents the plaintiff.
Notice of application for discharge in the district court of Winneshiek County Iowa in the matter of the estate of Ole M Kokos deceased. Administrator Ole M Selnes seeks final discharge after filing a final report by January 20 1915 with hearings set for February 1915. Objections to the report must be made to prevent release of the administrator and sureties. Attorney info Aubolee & Nelson. Dated January 6 1915.
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