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Newspaper
Ferdinand News
Location
Ferdinand, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1908
Page
6
The town board discussed street lights and a water works system at the last meeting. The writer urges action over talk, praising home merchants, local industry, and rail prospects while opposing excessive mail order reliance.
The Ayrshire breed is praised for economical production and uniform high dairy yield. Canadian and American tests emphasize reliable milk with rich solids and good digestion, while breeders aim to balance show appeal with steady dairy performance.
The author argues thinning fruit is vital and affordable, citing Prof Sears and Beach data showing higher No 1 fruit yields and reduced tree drain. A case study on eight year Burbank plum trees reports total thinning cost under 20 cents per tree, with quick removal methods and careful selection to avoid touching fruits at maturity.
The Jasper County Board of Commissioners met in regular session to approve road and tax matters, appoint a new county surveyor, and review numerous bills. A rock road bonus for Patel township was sold for 3000 dollars to Warners and Merchants Bank. Clem Doane named justice of the peace for Patoka township, to take office Jan 1. Frank X. Kunkel licensed for liquor. Ed Landgrebe appointed to fill the vacancy as county surveyor after Wm Young’s resignation. Several road viewers’ petitions accepted and fees paid. A lengthy list of public works and miscellaneous expenses across Jasper Machine Works, Rock Road repairs, and various vendors followed.
Hubert Quante applies to the Dakota County Indiana board of commissioners for leave to sell spirituous vinous and malt liquors in quantities under a quart at a room on lot 134 in Ferdinand Ohio Street. He has 21 years age and ninety days residence, with one year drinking privilege.
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