Why Farmers' Wives Grow Old Early
A U S Department of Agriculture and New Mexico extension survey profiles a farm wife on an 800 acre farm who walks 457 miles yearly carrying 64 tons of water and performs all housework, farming, and child care with no labor-saving devices. The report highlights extreme daily hours and seeks in-farm improvements to curb urban migration.
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New Mexico
United States Department of Agriculture
State Extension Service
Energy Saving Dishwashing by Right Height Tables
Experiments by the Office of Home Economics show that correct work height reduces energy use. Dishwashing on a low table requires 30 calories per hour, too high 25, and proper height 21, suggesting adjustable tables save effort and energy.
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Office of Home Economics
United States Department of Agriculture
United States urged to join International Road Congress
Secretary Meredith backs accepting the invitation from foreign nations to join the Permanent International Association of Road Congresses. The American Association of State Highway Officials urged Congress to authorize U S membership and invite the group to next year’s meeting.
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United States
American Association of State Highway Officials
Secretary of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
Meredith
State Department
Paris
Congress
International Association
Thomas H. MacDonald
Bureau of Public Raids
Roads Congress
Brussels
London
Meressith
State Highway Officials
Department
War Department
Household Tips And Food Advice From A Bygone Era
Household Questions offers guidance on cooking and homemaking. It suggests beefsteak and oysters for shepherds pie, warns against rich sauces and butter in cake, and notes practical tips like glycerin for bottle stoppers and storage ideas for clothes and dishes.
Federated Roads Council Launches Regional Education Campaign
The new 28 member roads council announces a drive to inform residents within 100 miles of St Louis about the benefits of road improvement. The effort targets business and civic groups to build support for better highways.
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Business and Civic Organizations of
St. Louie
Federated Roads Council
St. Louia
Poor Roads Drive Transport Costs and Burden Citizens
The cost of poor roads in the United States is described as high as a half billion dollars yearly for road haulage alone. This burden translates into substantial per person expenses across the country.
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Experta
United States
Woman Confesses Wallet Theft Recedes With $100 Offer
An elderly Philadelphia woman, haunted by keeping a wallet containing a $100 bill and a card for 20 years, seeks to repay a lost owner. She contacts D B Irving of Irving & Leiper in Chester and meets him in Broad Street Station, offering $100 as a gift to ease her conscience. The wallet belonged to James Irving, a wool merchant and father of Mr Irving. The matter ends with Irving promising to ask his sister and writing a letter asking the woman to accept the money as a gift.
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Inez
Philadelphia
D. B. Irving
Irving & Leiper
Cotton
Chester
Broad Street
James Irving
Mr. Irving
Irvings
Wilmington
Pittsburgh
New York
Tioga
Philadelphia Evening Bulletin
Generous Uncle Seeks Eggs From Parsimonious Kin
In a playful tale a kind uncle notices his brother's farm and asks to buy eggs for his nephews and nieces. The other uncle, famed for thrift, agrees, teaching a gentle lesson about sharing. The moment reveals the contrast between generous and frugal temperaments.
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Uncle Number One
Number Two
Uncle Number Two
Clearing House for Brains Proposed to Hire Technical Men
A proposed clearing house for brains would centralize headquarters and representatives from all technical colleges. It would track industry demand for professionals, help graduates find qualified positions, and reduce waste of time and energy in job placement.
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Clearing House For
Brains
Tin Can Labeler Uses Gravity Incline System
A new device labels tin cans using gravity. Cans roll down an incline over a strip of labels and rubber to apply adhesive and finalize the labeling process.
Billy Bugler the Boston Bulldog Describes a Car Ride
In a conversational tale the Boston Bulldog Billy Bugler recalls a recent automobile ride with his missy. He describes the front seat pride, the scents of air and gasoline, and the joy of seeing animals and scenery along the road.
George's Easter Solo Sparks Family Lesson in Greenwood
A three-year-old named George performed a solo on the Easter program at a Greenwood Sunday school. As they left, a friend complimented him and he proudly replied I know it. His mother corrected him saying he should not have said that to the lady, and George insisted I could hear my own voice.
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George
Greenwood
Indianapolis News
Man credits Peruna for easing 26 years of chronic bronchitis
E J Tou Relik of 1438 Rose Street LaCrosse Wisconsin recounts long battle with chronic bronchitis. After using Peruna for weeks his hoarseness and fatigue improve, and he plans to keep Peruna in his house. The ad touts Peruna as a remedy for catarrh and related ailments available in tablet or liquid form.
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E. J. Tou- Relik
Rose Street
LaCrosse
Isconsin
Peru-Na
Wind, Anvil or Hammer Act Noted by Scots Poem Remark
The Edinburgh Scotsman quotes Schreecham He a wise poet who says the world must be anvil or hammer. Peachnam adds uncertainty as most are only bellows in this view.
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Han
Peachnam
Thousands Have Kidney Trouble and Never Suspect It
Drugstore advertisement highlights Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney trouble. A life insurance examiner notes many applicants are rejected due to unseen kidney issues. Sample bottle available for ten cents by mail order from Dr Elmer Co. Binghamton NY.
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Kilmer
Dr. Elmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Rumor of the man who changed after Prohibition
A brief dialogue circulates about a mysterious man who drank heavily after the country went dry. The speaker notes many have heard of him, but no one claims to have met him, yet rumors say he is widely known among rum drinkers.
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Geovins
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