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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1907
Page
7
In a tense New York cellar encounter, a pair of would be jewel thieves evade capture then stumble into a ballroom showdown with a police sting. The plan unravels as a detective mistakes the narrator for the famed thief Haggersly steps in, and the night spirals toward a sensational press finale.
Country Life in America notes the growing ostrich industry in the United States centered in the Salt River Valley Arizona where 1500 of 2200 birds are owned. It says climate alfalfa pasture and four year age are key, warns farming is not a quick riches scheme as birds mature at four.
A historic reminiscence recounts Civil War battles led by Ulysses S. Grant. The speaker recalls Wilderness, Cold Harbor, Petersburg, Appomattox, and the Potomac army, honoring fallen comrades and the leader who guided federal troops to victory.
An 1864 account recalls Mosby’s attempted capture of a sutlers’ train carrying greenbacks guarded by Col Currie. Munson notes the front line exchange, the wagon protection, and Currie’s steadfast defense. The piece reflects how veterans’ memories continually shed new light on Civil War events.
In late 1862 Colonel P Edward Connor led 220 troops from California into Utah to attack a large Indian encampment on Bear River. After a dawn assault and flank maneuvers they killed 224 warriors, captured 175 horses and destroyed lodges and provisions. Casualties totaled 14 officers and men killed and 53 wounded, with several later dying. Chiefs Bear Hunter Sagwich and Leight among the dead.
Anecdote from Appletons describes President Lincoln during Civil War moderation. A vociferous critic asks the use of the senate. Lincoln cools tea and signals the senate's calming function by pouring tea between cup and saucer. The critic grasps the point as Lincoln nods.
The excerpts describe a historic dispute between Italy and Switzerland over electricity as an import. It notes water rent figures are unstated and discusses a talky exchange about power and wealth, with references to Ticino Canton and Vizzola torrent as sources. The excerpt centers on electricity becoming an imported article and the political tensions around distribution.
The article advises cutting corn fodder into short lengths to maximize feed value. It describes using racks and cutting tools, including a homemade stock cutter fashioned from an old cross cut saw blade, with steps to assemble and operate the device for a daily feed.
The article advocates growing tomatoes on clay subsoil or river border lands with careful soil prep and seed choice. It details timing to sow in mid April, Bordeaux spray routine, manuring, plowing and row spacing, compost use, and early season care including hotbeds, frames, light warm soil, and note on fertilizer and watering practices.
Garden notes urge tool checks shed storage for manure disposal and crowding prevention. It covers pruning black knots on cherry and plum trees and painting large cuts with white lead to protect against decay, plus comments on silage adoption and domestic roles.
Prof Moore of the Wisconsin Experiment Station urges farmers to treat seed oats to curb smut, noting only about one third did so recently. He describes a simple method using formaldehyde or hot water, explaining annual treatment protects crops for several seasons and reduces losses.
The piece extols the cold chisel as a highly useful farm tool. It advises occasional tempering by a blacksmith and sharpening on a grindstone at home. The article describes using quick blows on an anvil to cut soft iron, rivets, mower knives, and old hoes. It notes a two foot steel rail as an improvised anvil and promises easy, neat results. The author cites a Farm and Home writer as the source.
Prairie Farmer presents a new wheelbarrow concept with an accompanying illustration. The design claims roomier capacity and easier maneuvering, highlighting improvements over traditional models.
A correspondent describes an extended frame design that keeps the wheel clear of the box. The wheel sits at the far end with an inside protective cover, reducing labor and moving the load closer to the wheel for easier handling.
An 18 by 30 foot poultry house plan emphasizes southern sun exposure and wind protection to stabilize temperature. Key features include seven foot front posts, cobble foundation, concrete wall, 2x4 framing, pine siding, roof shingles, large south-facing windows, roosts, nests for about 100 birds, a dusting area, drinking fountain, and feed bins to reduce labor.
Short guide outlines a rapid method for trimming grapevines using a long sharp knife for quick clean cuts. Also includes home remedies for worms in cats and advice on breeding strategies to increase flock value. Concludes with quotes on daily self authored life and a deep breathing exercise for circulation and chest development.
Poultry notes advise against forcing early laying and suggest good sized combs mark egg-laying breeds. Nest boxes should prevent hens from roosting. Fresh meat and bone aid poultry growth, lime around houses reduces roup, and south-side scratching pens pay off. Chopped clover and hay serve as green food. A woman in England received a wooden leg from the Eton Union guardians for her uncle’s workhouse death. A Western man died after attempting to kiss a woman on stairs. the editor condemns such actions as unworthy.
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