20 Mar 1914
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Newspaper
Ferdinand News
Location
Ferdinand, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1914
Page
1
The article outlines a three-part ration for milk cows concentrates roughage and succulence with roughage providing nutrients and bulk. It details feed classes from wheat straw to alfalfa hay and red clover hay, noting protein fat content and palatability, plus recommended feeding practices and proportions.
Poultry expert N. B. E. Chapman of the Minnesota College of Agriculture argues hens should be forced to scratch for their grain to stay healthy and warm. He notes egg shortages due to poor laying in cold houses and advises straw litter and a varied diet to boost production, especially in November through January.
A report attributes the meat shortage to farm waste and animal losses, linking agricultural practices to reduced meat supply and rising scarcity concerns.
Indiana fire marshal reports 33 church fires since last May with estimated losses of $41,651. Lightning and defective furnaces are the main causes, with tall spires blamed for lightning strikes and most fires starting in summer. Advice to janitors urges fireproof furnace rooms and proper clearance between stoves and floors.
The article outlines romper outfits for girls age three to six or seven, stressing practical, sturdy fabrics and simple designs. It compares girls and boys blouse cuts, discusses bloomers and knee pants, and advises on materials like gingham, linen, chambray, and madras. It highlights machine stitching, wash-fast colors, and shrinking fabrics before use for shaping.
Fashion notes a tasteful black and white ensemble featuring a black chiffon tunic over a white lace surplice, crushed velvet girdle with a left fastened rose, matching turban and slippers, white satin bag, and optional color accents for the rose and beads. The design is praised for its enduring hues and poised elegance.
A playful survey of tunics notes they can be startling or modest, flaring or triple layered. The text hints at varied designs from plain options to ornate trims such as fur or ruffles, and concludes tunics need not be terrifying but can be sane and harmless.
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