Illinoisan Becomes King of Naikeva After Island Odyssey
Edward Thompson, once a southern Illinois youth from Albion, fled heartbreak over a betrothed and wandered the South Pacific trading with islanders. He rose as ruler of Naikeva after aiding the princess Lakapita and killing the rival claimant, then fell ill. His reign lasted two decades before death plunged the island into mourning.
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Edward Thompson
Illinois
Naikeva
Walla Nambuka
Napa
Walla
Old Albion
Albion
Thompson
Court House Square
Thompsons
Hulmes
Birkbecks
Park House
Wanborough Place
Nalkeva
Little Britain
Banpas Creek
Banpas
bin Gmong
South
Bins & Ming
Elopers
Philippines
Ladrones
Solomons
Ilinois
Lakapita
Tak
Lakanita
King
Guy
Comfortable farrowing pen for sows
Description and illustration outline a dry warm comfortable farrowing pen for brood sows. The design features a roomy interior and long panel doors that open to admit plenty of light air and ease of access for assisting litters.
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Preventing wolves from attacking a sheep flock
The Wisconsin Agriculturist advises multiple bells on flocks and trained shepherd dogs to deter wolves. It describes a perimeter fence with 2x4 pegs and projecting barb wire at a 4 degree angle on posts to block overreach by wolves.
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Wisconsin Agriculturist
Wolf and Dog Proof Fence for Sheep Protection
A wolf tight woven wire fence with barb wire at the top and along the ground protects sheep pastures from wolves and dogs. Build close to the ground to deter digging and extend height to match common farm fences. Include 2x4 stakes at the top and a described arrangement as shown in the illustration.
Comfort for Farm Stock
A. D. Wilson notes Carlton county dairy farmer F. B. McLeran urges keeping herd comfortable to maintain milk output. Daily milk weighing provides quick signs of discomfort from poor beds rough handling cold or thirst and prompts quick corrective action. He warns against leaving cows out in winter and suggests farmers learn their cows’ needs by sharing their discomfort.
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A. D. Wilson
University Farm
St. Paul
Minn
Carlton County
Farmers’ Institute
F. B. McLeran
Mr. McLeran
Tome
High Prices for Horses in West Demand
Reports from across the west show well bred horses selling for 350 to 500 dollars per pair. The article questions the idea that automobiles will quickly end horse usage as prices reflect strong demand.
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West
How English Run Da How English Run Da
In England cows rely on pasture for summer feed with two acres per cow. They rotate pastures and meadows from August onward. Winter rations include roots and meal with limited grain. manure is saved, and farm butter is high quality. Milk prices average about $1.50 per 100 pounds after freight.
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England
Goats Abound Nationwide with Tuberculosis-Free Herds
The country hosts an estimated over 2,000,000 goats many of which are milk goats used regularly for dairy. Authorities note virtually all goats tested show no tuberculosis.
Honest Packaging Promotes Honest Labeling
A business note urges fruit packers to label packages clearly to show origin Honest packing builds trust and serves as a market asset for the company and customers alike.
News Notes and Commentary on Sports and Society
A collage of witty observations on travelers leaders and sci ence figures Reference to Alexander the Great and Dr Cook on Mt McKinsey. Mentions Meiers Tarkington and Wilson authorship of a play and a five minute shoe shine stop. Notes on Senator Beveridge and the vine cottage Mary, Hall of Fame voting late returns, a fly catching ant in the Philippines, tariff tariff bills, Mr Wellman and airships, a British wheat double crop idea, Capt Chance recruits Ginger Clark Pepper Griffin, Coombs relatives, college costs to train football players, and comparisons of Athletics and Cubs salaries.
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Chance
Ginger” Clark
Pepper” Griffin
Chicago
Tarkio farmer Rankin dies after vast crop empire
David Rankin of Tarkio Missouri dubbed the world’s most successful farmer died while cultivating crops on about 34000 acres. Details on his career and the circumstances of his death are explored in contemporary magazines and obituaries highlighting his agricultural impact.
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David Rankin
Tarkio
A Change of Heart
A boy recounts his shift in outlook after reading pirate biographies and calculating buccaneer earnings. He concludes profits were too slow, prompting a change in his plans.
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Dustin
Washington
A Query About Placement of Portuguese Phrase
A brief note questions why a phrase in Portuguese appears in a document. The text hints at language insertion or translation choice and seeks clarification on its presence and meaning.
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