Dumb stenographer wins Washington romance in wartime tale
In Washington a young stenographer Mardy Mapes, hired by a congressman for her supposed dumbness, reveals she is under thirty and quietly proves her value. When a throat specialist confirms her speechlessness is incurable, the congressman proposes marriage, only to learn she pretended to be dumb to escape poverty and gain work.
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Congressman Prage
Davenporte
Washington
Ian
Mardy Mapes
Pragg
Mardy
Suffcage
Miss So-and-80
Capitol
Miss Mapes
White House
Spiggenheim
Washingston
Disease Not Inherited Says Dr Walsh
James J. Walsh M D argues in the American Magazine that heredity fear is mistaken. He says inherited defects exist but disease is not inherited and acquired traits are not passed along. Worry over supposed inherited illness has caused unnecessary suffering and prevented people from living properly.
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James J. Walsh
M. D
Next to Football Doctor Mentions Bruised Champion
Doctor checks a former football champion after a scratched bruised face. The exchange suggests the athlete was playing football again and notes concern from the landlady about his appearance and condition.
Pruning of Fruit Trees Essential for Quality Harvest
The article argues pruning is vital for large, well colored fruit and urges winter trimming in November to January to avoid sap bleed. It covers strategies by tree age, avoiding crotches, thinning tops, removing weak limbs, and proper wound care with grafting wax to prevent sun damage.
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Iowa Homestead
Value of Spraying in Apple Orchards in Missouri
The University of Missouri reports that well managed sprayed and pruned orchards yield far higher profits than neglected ones. In 1917 and the recent years, properly cared for orchards produced fair to heavy crops with high quality apples, while neglected orchards often yielded little or no fruit and low value per acre. Costs for spraying and pruning seen as barriers by some, but potential profits justify the investment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Missouri College of Agriculture At
Columbia
Missouri
Success With Sheep Flock and Future Lamb Crop
A writer argues that future lamb crop drives wool production and flock growth, stressing feeding breeding and care of ewes in coming months. The piece cautions against assuming sheep subsist on anything and notes practical experience with thrifty ewe and lamb outcomes.
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Ewan
Lamba
Handling Milk in Winter
Farmers who monitor milk and cream handling in summer relax in winter leading to sour milk and low quality. Milk should be cooled to 50 degrees Fahrenheit immediately after drawing and kept there until use. Cleanliness and correct temperature are essential year round for first class milk.
Sore teats in cows and cow pox precautions
Advice for treating sore teats from improper milking with zinc oxide and vaseline ointment and to isolate cows showing pimples forming scabs as cow pox. Recommend three daily applications of boracic acid and carbolic acid ointment to treat the condition and prevent spread via milker's hands or clothes.
Word for Brown Swiss Cow
Brown Swiss cattle originated in Switzerland and are strong healthy and larger than other dairy breeds. In the United States the breed remains small but is increasing and gaining attention from dairymen due to improving dairy records and growing interest.
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Switzerland
Cream Thieves Found Among Minnesota Cream Separators
University of Minnesota extension officials report 44 farmers in 9 cow testing groups faced cream thieves. Of 170 separators tested, one in five were stealing butterfat. Farmers are urged to test skim milk from the spout at a creamery or the college of agriculture to prove their separator's integrity.
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W. A. McKerrow
Agricultural Extension Division
University of Minnesota
McKerrow
Minnesota
College of Agriculture
Farmers to feed cottonseed meal to cattle
Farmers report that giving a pound of cottonseed meal daily to cows may prevent the churn and reduce trouble in churn season. The guidance suggests this feed supplement could help cows stay healthy and produce better yields.
Anuric Tablets Promised Relief for Uric Acid Ailments
Mrs C L Cramer testifies to relief from bladder disorders backache and rheumatic pains after trial of Dr Pierce Anuric Tablets. Ad claims natural filters cleanse blood when kidneys are weak preventing low mood aches and uric acid buildup. The sponsor cites Buffalo New York hotel trial pack and urges readers to order or ask for a bottle from the druggist.
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Buffalo
C. L. Cramer
Tee
Patriotism Reflected in Dobson's Purchases
A short exchange notes Dobson's stance on patriotism and clarifies his purchases. He could not afford a Liberty band but bought a record of The Star Spangled Banner to play on his phonograph.
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Dobson
Quinine Product Mocked For Nervousness Ringing Head
Odd ad copy claims Laxative Bromo Quinine causes nervousness and head ringing. Mentions W. Grove and a Bromo Quinia name in a blurry box.
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W. Grove Bignaturelson Box
Reassuring. Proud Wife on George’s Driving and First Aid
A nervous friend is reassured as George joins the Red Cross and learns first aid. He now knows hospital locations and feels safer while driving with him.
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George
Ret Cross
London
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