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Newspaper
Decorah Republican
Location
Decorah, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1916
Page
7
In a Land o' Nod tale, Billy Be By Bo Bum and Tinker Needle Tee follow Carpenter Ants to a hidden nest inside a fence post. They glimpse a tiny, woodcarved city where ants deftly haul away sawdust to conceal their growing tunnels and protect their home from discovery.
Billy and the elf Tinker Teedle Tee explore forest antics. After marveling at ants, a magic wand casts a mist, returning Billy to the apple tree of their first meeting. With sunset near, he races home, hoping for Tinker’s reply.
A Maiden Lane jeweler notes fresh water pearls are raised in the United States with annual values near seven million dollars. Most come from the Mississippi river system, dredged by labor on mussel beds. Pearl fishers, workers in the region, are contrasted with Orient divers, and large pearls fetch high prices, often misrepresented as imports.
Guidance on sowing seed onions, including soil with 10 inch depth, timing, weed control, seed rates of about 4 pounds per acre, drill spacing of 16 inches, seed depth 0.5 to 1 inch, early thinning, and frequent cultivation to prevent crusting and crowding for robust establishment.
Electricity extends air-brush use in painting. A galvanized metal cabinet with wired-glass windows holds a motor exhaust, electric heater to 120 degrees, electric lights, a liquid container, regulator, and adjustable turntable. A revolver-like brush sprays enamel varnish shellac bronze celluloid at three times the hand brush rate.
An old advertisement urges readers to consider Foley Kidney Pills for fatigue backache rheumatic pains and stiff joints. It promotes Edtson's Pharmacy and claims the pills are prompt and efficient health aids.
A detailed examination of soil biology and tillage shows crops rely on air, moisture, and dissolved nutrients. Root hairs, soil yeasts, and bacteria unlock food, while loose surface mulch and proper seed and root beds improve germination and growth. Practical plowing harrowing improves root habitat, humus, moisture control, and weed suppression.
A historic note explains venom properties and venomous blood, detailing stability of dried venom, venom in venom glands, and experiments by Weir Mitchell Mangili Baird. It states septent venom is harmless when ingested, with experiments on pigeons and vipers showing no ill effects.
An invention described in Scientific American allows the engineer to retain air pressure in the brake cylinder while auxiliary reservoirs recharge. This increases safety on grades and reduces the need for brakemen, promoting more economical air use and steadier train handling.
An old countryman congratulates the rector on his son’s enlistment and quips that the old proverb predicts this outcome. He remarks the boy was trained and sent away, reflecting rural wit on military service. The exchange yields a humorous, homespun moment.
Saturate a cloth with water and rub soap well into it. Wring the cloth slightly and rub over the iron to remove roughness or marks. The method restores smoothness and brightens the iron’s surface.
Mrs Anna Kadin of Spencerport New York reports long stomach trouble relief after using Chamberlains Tablets saying they gave lasting effects. Advertisement copy notes sales by IR A Engbertson Ady and ends with a light remark about scares vs advice.
The periscope has risen to prominence in the current war, letting a man observe the surrounding area without exposing himself. In trenches it reveals enemy activity while keeping soldiers safe, and without it submarines could not observe. Though new, the principle is old, an evolution of the camera obscura used in childhood.
More than 100 eggs have been found in one alligator. They are eaten in the West Indian islands and on the west coast of Africa. They resemble a hen's egg in shape and taste but are larger.
A local advertisement extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as highly effective for whooping cough. A Brandon Springs Alabama reader credits rapid recovery in his baby after using the remedy. Sold by R. A. Engbert son.
Mrs E Hanson of 710 W Main Street Decorah reports a cold settled on her kidneys causing backache fatigue and leg swelling. After using Doan's Kidney Pills she saved one box with excellent results. Price 50c at dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo N Y advert.
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