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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1912
Page
8
The article discusses selecting sows with long deep bodies as mothers, feeding poultry and hogs, using pumpkins and alfalfa, and keeping stock healthy with proper care. It covers cleanliness, feed efficiency, and the importance of pasture rotation, milks, dairy breeding, and winter poultry care.
The article profiles Leigh Hunt, a Korean mining magnate born about fifty four years ago in Indiana. It traces his rise from teacher and school official to Seattle financier, noting debts, a big Post Intelligencer venture, Seattle land bets, a boom, the 1893 panic, and eventual wealth. it mentions his homestead near Columbia City and his brothers nearby on farms and in Chicago.
Mrs. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound is endorsed by multiple letters from women like Mrs. S. Barnum of Lynn Massachusetts Mrs. Barber of Paterson NJ and Mrs. Hayes of Boston Massachusetts claiming cure of fibroid tumors back pain and general female ailments after using the remedy for years The letters describe relief from tumors without surgery improved health and strong recommendations to other patients seeking treatment.
A market report notes a rush of western range sheep to Chicago amid drought and range restriction. Limited hay, fencing by settlers, and rising demand hint at future shortages and higher prices. Farmers in the corn belt urged to start small flocks now to profit from bargains and stock up for breeding or fattening.
A jeweler remarks on wedding ring inscriptions in New York noting many rings are returned after the ceremony to add the wedding date. He says inscribers often omit the date at purchase to ensure accuracy once the knot is tied.
Seventeen years the standard remedy prescribed and recommended for women's ailments. Scientifically prepared and proven worth, with quick and permanent results. For sale at all drug stores. The wording reflects period advertising style and vague claims.
An ad describing an antisaptl powder for new shoes to ease tired feet and prevent odor. It promises relief for new footwear and dancing events, with a sample mailed offer and a listed address in New York.
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