Buttercup Chickens Promise High Egg Yield and Prolific Style
A fragment from American Cultivator describes Hoileann Owls avian chicket s from Dedham Mass around 1863. Capt Dawes exported birds for meat during war times, noting a reddish butter color, cap-shaped comb, and white legs. Males weigh 4 3/4 to 7 pounds, females 4 1/2 to 6 pounds, with very prolific egg production and non-sitter tendencies.
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Ted States
Dedham
Mass
America
Alta
Aetiaa
John B! Gough
Tamperance Lecurer
Worcester
Toale
Fragmentary note on farming terms and poultry shed
The readable lines mention clover hay mix and a scratching shed for poultry, with references to farm terms and a man named O. O. B. in an Indiana partnership. The text is fragmentary and contains unclear phrases.
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Indihtia
What Pure Milk Means to Dairymen in New York Rules
Indianapos News comments on milk pricing woes and outlines New York State dairyStable ventilation flooring and ceiling standards. It stresses cleanliness bedding lighting and manure management as essential to market certified milk. The piece argues many dairymen balk at rules but notes compliance impacts eligibility for certification and pricing.
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New York
Indianapolis News
Feeding and laying hens cold weather farming advice
Advice discusses how water access, feed variety, and seasonal changes affect hen laying. It recommends keeping water unfrozen, varying feeds for three to four days if no eggs result, and using whole grains at night in cold weather. It also suggests warm, cooked feeds, onions, clover hay steeped in warm water, and parched grains as stimulants and remedies.
The Farm Toolshop in a Barn Corner
A short notice from the Indianapolis News notes that farming households increasingly rely on in-house workshops. It describes a small shop with anvil, vise, clamps, nails, screws, rivets, oils, and basic tools for quick repairs. The piece emphasizes self-reliance, avoiding trips to stores, and the value of keeping equipment in repair ready condition.
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Farm Work Nowddeys
Indianapolis
Rural Couple Seeks Sheriffing Of Fickle Nuptials
A Buffalo minister marries a rural couple who offer coin for the service. The groom names a high fee, then the bride intervenes, claiming back a five-cent nickel. The tale ends with the minister noting the bride’s quirky claim about childhood injuries.
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Greany
Harper's Weekly
Donalder Cuba's Feelinga and Army Size
The piece questions why Cuba as a republic maintains an army of 6,000 soldiers. It argues Cuba is too small to stand alone against a foreign power and would rely on the United States for protection. It suggests spending money on roads instead, urging fiscal prudence.
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Cuba
Sam
Los Angeles
Packers Freed From Prosecution Immunities In Antitrust Case
In Chicago a federal court freed the Last Sixteen Packers from prosecution on charges of conspiring to violate antitrust and interstate commerce laws. The court ruled individuals receive immunity for compelled testimony, while five packing companies remain on trial with potential penalties of up to 125,000. The corporations' fate to be decided in a later session.
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United’ States District Court
Chicago
Department of Commerce and Labor
Spécial Pleas
United ‘States
Rail and transport notes from early 20th century era
A six wheeled locomotive from the French company Du Nord is tested for heavy loads on steep grades, claimed to be 62 percent feet long with a 2014 ton traction. Pennsylvania locomotive No 5004 called the greas hopper conducts experimental trips. California fruit rate cuts to Chicago and New York are announced by Santa Fe refrigerator car service and Armour. Copper Company shifts to finance via New York and Boston exchanges. A new 4,000,000 plan funds a high speed electric trolley between Mimira and Rochester, rivaling the Erle system. Central Freight Association votes against grain rate cuts Chicago to New York. New York Central and Pennsylvania Lines debate, with possible independent action. New York Central favors lake competition. United States railroad workers outnumber voters in several states, with potential strong congressional representation. Current railway employment figures show a large workforce relative to city populations and state sizes.
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Compagnie “du Nord
Ban & Traction
Pennsylvania Railroad
Lt Fa
California
Santa Fe
Mervice
Armour
Sacramento
Chicago
New York
United _ Coppery Company
Montana
Boston
Ing
Mimira
Rochester
Erle
Central Freight Association
New York Central Lines
Pennsylvania Lines
Iowa Legislature Debates Rail Rate and Primary Reform
Amid tense sessions lawmakers debate a two cent maximum rail rate, oppose or support the measure, and consider a broad primary bill. Representative Worniken introduces a two year delay, while Senator Crossley pushes direct-ballot nominations and county convention delegates. The Iowa Senate passes a popular vote for U S Senators resolution by 60 to 22, and the anti child labor bill clears the Senate 40 to 4, banning work for under 18 and restricting store cash girls.
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Worniken Hoa
Crogeley
Senate
Wlenniken
Bil
Supreme Court
Superintendent of Public Instruction
Crosley Offerin
J. J. Crossley
Hos
Lewis
United States
Ina
Cummins
House
National Senate
Hie
Des Moines
Iowa
Brooks, Mierick
Johnson
Lyona
Leglislature Train Visit to Iowa City and University
A special train carrying members of both legislative houses and about 200 attaches departed Des Moines Rock Island depot at 7 am Wednesday. The trip to Iowa City was at the invitation of the Commercial Club. The group toured the city and the State University, then returned to Des Moines in the evening.
Cheney bill eyed to repeal Adler preference law
The Cheney measure to repeat the Adler preference law was sent to the House for defeat. G A T R officers pressed against the bill while the military committee said it is not yet time to repeal the AW.
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Cheney
House
G. A. TR
Senate Banks and Banking Committee Backs Lewis Bill
The Senate Committee on Banks and Banking voted 5 to 4 to report the Lewie bill for passage. It would put private banks under the same state restrictions and supervision as state savings banks. A floor fight is expected with opposition from Town private banking interests. The House Banks and Banking Committee voted to report indefinite postponement on Sankey’s bill, similar to the Lewis measure.
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Senate Committee On Banks
House Banks and Banking Committee
Elections: Quiet Statewide Results Reported
Reports from several cities show a quiet election day with multiple local ballots. Notable outcomes include Mason City approving a $15,000 school building tax and various school district consolidations. Burlington and Cedar Rapids defeating high school building propositions. uniform yearbook or text book measures rejected in Council Bluffs. and several board directors elected in Lovimor Hi Amca Dallas Center Parley Shel don Cedar Rapids and Burlington.
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Lovimor
M. I Holverstoot
Atlantic-Direstora
Jeck
Lake
Tl. W. Niles
Marehalltown
J. S. Carney
Austin
Erine
Mason City
Council Bluffs
Hmmet Toley
G. A. Schoedsack
George 8. Davis
Amca
A. R. Noble
W. W. Talbot
Parley Sheldon Cogen
Dallas Center
Charles’. Bronton
Anson Barret
J. A. Telehmond
Cedar Rapids
Burlington
Punished for attempted extortion in Iowa court
Richardn and Worthy were fined for sending a letter to rich farmer Johnson threatening murder unless paid $500. G. B. Micheerds paid $300 and Joseph Weattly $200 after pleading guilty in District Court at Council Bluffs. The decoy letter aimed at $600. Police trailed the suspects as they waited for the mail.
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Richardn
Worthy
Tohnson
G. B. Micheerds
Joseph Weattly
Council Bluffs
Yue
Johnson
Thad H. Bubble
Cornell Bluffs
Johnsan
Postoffican Council Bliffs
Jad
Richards
Wentrip
Freight Classifications Change Promises Big Savings for Iowa
Town railroad commissioners released changes in freight classifications affecting manufactured and shipped commodities. Rates hold, but numerous reclassifications reduce costs for Iowa shippers. Some changes took effect February 24 and others March 15, with an estimated annual savings around 702,000 dollars based on current tonnage.
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Tawa
Grinnell Firm Hunts Absconding Employee Singleton Chandoin
Spaulding Manufacturing of Grinnell tries to capture employee Singleton Chandoin charged with stealing between 4000 and 5000 dollars. Last seen in Conway Arkansas boarding a train with his wife for New Orleans. Multiple detective agencies search for him. Reward of 200 dollars offered for his arrest.
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Grinnenl Company
Muken Serfioun Charke Aginat
Spaulding Manufacturing Company
Grinnell
Singleton Chandoin
Conway
Ark
New Orleans
Fragmented Iowa tragedies and accidents headline brutal record
A chaotic clipping reports Harvey Williams killed by a close range shot during a hunting accident near Missouri Valley. It notes a mother and others injured, including Mrs Johnson Brigham who fell in Iowa City. Other items list a teen suicide by carbolic acid in Ottumwa, a debtor case about a shirt, and a Chicago man dying from gas exposure in his hotel room.
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Harvey Willams
Harvey Williams
Xingle
John G. Williams
Missouri Valley
Trix
Johnson Bergham
Johnson Brigham
Iowa City
Fragmentary OCR Reads with Jumbled Letters and Names
A garbled OCR fragment shows scattered letters and contact fragments, mentioning Huey Barker and unnamed tors. The text appears to be incomplete notes or a corrupted line from a larger article without clear chronology or a defined event. Further readable portions are needed for an accurate summary.
Verdict Report On A Long Pending Case
A jury delivered a verdict in a hard fought matter described by local press as a metric contest involving a five thousand dollar dispute and a claim tied to a boy. The outcome has implications for the parties and local legal precedent.
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Wledtein
Oogon
O'Brien
Liveryman Shoots Husband After Tumult at Home
Titusville report states liveryman John Sim shot his wife’s husband after a quarrel at their home. The wounded man, Sumpter Walklog, was carried from the dining room and later pronounced unlikely to survive. Mrs Waltz of Colo town seeks temporary alimony and custody of nine children following a 30 year marriage and fourteen births, with only two living.
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Etic
John Sim
Lvorymin
Sidney
Alliel
Sumpter
Physici
Atul
February births and city notes sweep Iowa townships
February births total 101 across borders while Des Moines Burlington amid fire alarm upgrades and underground wiring. Simon Janssen named Cleves postmaster. Weldon plans a new church. Town City's Stephen Vanek dies after a three month illness. Rock Island Railway opens Davenport office. Davenport contract for Commercial Ohth building awarded at 41357.
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Birthare
Des Moines
Burlington
Simon Janssen
Cleves
Glee John Soolman
Methodrata
Weldon
Stephen Vanek
Town City
Bill Poultry Company
Waterloo
Clinton County
Davenport
Rock Island Railway Company
Lokering
Plorence Schmider
Ottumwa
Lovealala
Frank Kinney
Ney
A. Hugo Lutz
German Lutheran Church of Greens
George A. Philips
Centerville
Jennile G. Keith
Clarion
H. G. Maugmbyer
Greenvills
Interior Department
Barglara
Jackson Junction
People's Light Company of
Daverport
Dea Moines
Warkiner
Marehalltown
Stobert
Marshall
Casq County
Dod
Atipate
Cnneer
Wich
Ajilar Tustac
Kidd Dr. Harper
Che Jonge University
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