29 Apr 1921
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Newspaper
Ferdinand News
Location
Ferdinand, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1921
Page
1
A Texas ranchman fought off con men aboard a moving train near Fort Worth. Police reported the rancher sprang to defend himself, aided by an automatic device, and four officers later took suspects into custody after a rough scuffle.
US destroyers maneuver through the canal locks as Pacific Fleet crews operate the lock machinery. The scene highlights the vast docks and power generated by Lake Gallur powering the lock operations during the operation off the South American coast.
Agricultural notice urges sturdy ends and hefty posts for fences across the Eastern and Western United States. It explains that corner posts must resist frost and soil movement, recommending shot rails about 22 feet long and posts around four inches in diameter for lasting rigidity.
The passage provides step by step guidance on installing woven wire fencing with barbed wire top. It covers stretching technique post alignment, use of stretchers and centers, proper attachment methods, and keeping wires horizontal to accommodate ground irregularities. It notes keeping corner posts secure and including barbed wire to deter stock from crowding the fence.
Prepared by the United States Department of Agriculture the Morgan horse stud at Middlebury Vermont shows excellent Moran breed specimens. McMahon champion at the Vermont state fair. other animals show strong records and endurance at national shows.
The U S Department of Agriculture warns losses from inferior seeds as weed contamination and seed viability affect crop results. Early germination tests at home predict field performance, with small seed samples planted in shallow soil to gauge sprout rates and seed value.
The article notes turkeys have grown larger due to careful breeding. It cites wild turkeys as averaging about 12 pounds for toms and eight pounds for hens, while Bronze variety standards list 25 pounds for toms and 16 pounds for hens.
A testimonial from Mrs. W. Benz of Altoona Pennsylvania praising Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for aiding a difficult multiple pregnancy and resulting in a healthy four month old baby The letter urges other women with female ailments to try the product and to send approval letters for publication.
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