Indiana Farmers Meet to Plan Greater Food Production
A wartime food conference at the Indiana statehouse drew over two hundred farmers grain dealers livestock breeders canners bankers and others from across the state The group formed the Indiana Committee of Food Production and Conservation to direct county subcommittees urging larger acreages better farming and backyard gardens The drive aligns with supporting troops and maintaining high farm prices into 1918 1919.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Goodrich
Statehouse
Indiana
W. K E. Stone
Purdue University
Intiansa
Iie
Enid
Weed
Hawkes
Nealph W. Moss
A. C. Jack
Clay County
Mages
W.A. Guthrie
Forester
HL. EB. Huornard
State Food and Drug Commission
W. H. Bonner
Greensberg
B. B. Riley
W. Wright
State Grange
Warren T.kay
State ‘Board of Agriculture
B. K. Peacock
Ralph Polk
Will Robing
Sam Schlosser
G. I. Christie
Granges
Eames P. Goodrich
First robin signals vernal hopes and political schemes
In spring lore the first robin forewarns of changing seasons and bids farmers and politicians ready for activity. The piece notes the robin’s forecast role, contrasts with harsher cold, and recalls Napoleon on St Helena as a sobering image beside the bird’s optimism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiater
Robin
Breller Mender
Napoleon
St. Helena
Revival of Croquet Debate at Apple Grove Church
Rev Wiley Tanger denounces croquet revival from Apple Grove pulpit urging conservative tastes and warning of croquet’s demoralizing influence on youth. He cites late night play, public scores, and flashy grounds as threats while praising simpler, virtuous amusements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiley Tanger
Apple Grove
Jack
Western Canada homestead offer boosts farm growth and wages
The article outlines government inducements for 160 acre homesteads in Western Canada, praising the climate, soil, and infrastructure. It argues wages, residence credits, and easy entry will help farmers reach title in three years, with yields up to 70 bushels of wheat per acre and low taxes on farm land.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Western
Atlantic
Pacific
United States
Pew
Gerious
Dandruff Active Underfall Hair Loss Warning
Falling hair and dandruff described as active problems destroying scalp health. Warns dandruff causes thinning hair, itching, and eventual loss unless treated. Promises regrowth after ten weeks of using the product, claiming hair becomes lustrous and fuller with new growth across the scalp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luster
Foot-Ease Promises Instant Relief for Tight Shoes
An old advertisement claims Foot Eace powder relieves tightness in shoes and provides comfort for feet. It mentions Allen G. Olmsted and a few addresses while promoting antiseptic foot care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aize Stianer
Alen
Dani
Fred Tria Addreas
Allen G. Olmsted
le Rey
Mystery Note Sparks Puzzled Gossip
A mysterious remark about a reserved girl prompts speculation on who she is being spoken about. The line “I wonder whom for” hints at secret interests and creates local curiosity.
Curative Value of a Kidney Swamp Root Ad
A vintage advertisement claims kidney cure benefits from Dr. Kilmer's Swamp-Root with testimonials from 1916. It urges sending ten cents for a booklet and sample, noting renewed demand and a South African pigment claim nearby.
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Pethic Health
Oodrich
Cellscott
Cellicott
Indianapolis ‘Public Schools
Graver
Pend
R. ©. Minton
Indiana ‘Anti-Saloon League
Minton
Prohibition
United States Supreme Court
Union
Goattich
KE. F. Clement
Navy
Clement
Umit
Harry B. Smith
Leslie R. Naftterer
First
Indiana Infantry
Naftiger
Nafinger
Smith
Aubrey L. Kuhlman
Auburn
Third Infantry
Indiana National Guard
Leake R. Naftager
Indianapols
First Infantry
Gustave ©. Groll
Elkhart
Marion C. Reiff
Indiane
Cin
Miss Fawn Lippinent
Tong
Tam
Sylvin
Ieudeck
Financial Sa
Western Canada
Alberta
Cewan
Manitoba
Condh
Hiss
Peery
Slyhorn
Cape of Hope
South Africa
Fletchers
Bea
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