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Newspaper
Ferdinand News
Location
Ferdinand, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1909
Page
6
In a small town a banker Anthony accuses Dan Hemingrava of bank looting after delays in debt repayment. Attorney Tom Twining pleads for leniency, urging mercy and Dan’s generosity. Barbara Hemingraya contemplates interceding for Dan as the case nears prosecution.
Mrs. Ankony reveals to Twining that Miss Hemingway will marry her husband’s brother, prompting reflections on past acquaintance. Twining watches Henrietta Winstanley and Cecelia Streeter as Bishop Winstanley and companion pass, while Barbara’s sacrifice for Dan weighs on him and hints at a drastic path to save his honor.
A narrator recalls attempts to resign from a company after choosing personal freedom for Dan. Anthony argues the firm needs Jack abroad and hopes relations with the narrator can continue. The resignation is torn up, revealing tensions of power and gender dynamics.
A brief reflection on true character and duty. The quote attributes steady integrity to great souls in both major and minor matters, asserting consistency across all times and situations.
A Brooklyn Citizen excerpt dwells on forgiveness and memory in reference to the coal map and daily thrift. The piece features Uncle Eben quotes about squeezing a dollar and warns that losing grip on coin causes sore fingers.
James R. Garver, a dairy farmer from the western section, tests modern methods learned in college. He upgrades his farm with a grinder, elevator, city water system, and eight milking machines to handle up to 40 cows. The plan prioritizes feed for 200 hogs and cattle, improving efficiency and profitability.
Farmers can build a durable farm gate using No 9 or No 11 galvanized wire two double, with a swivel bolt screwed into the post placed well below the top hinge. When adjusted, this setup bears most strain on the top hinge, keeps the gate closed, and tightens the wire as the gate opens. Post setting methods vary by farmer.
The Long Island experiment station reports three years of use of wood ashes and manure produced smooth, large potatoes with fine flavor. In contrast a high grade potato fertilizer yielded very small, undersized potatoes with poor flavor.
Nitrate of soda is advised to mix into soil around plant roots at 800 pounds per acre. It provides quick fertilization and acts as a remedy to keep roots strong and resilient.
Shift the animals between pastures frequently to benefit their health and the land. Move sheep often to prevent disease from staying in one place and avoid overgrazing that reduces leaf surface and grain yield.
Instruction advises preparing soil to a good condition before sowing this fall. Use a digo drill or suitable equipment to ensure even depth. The guidance emphasizes proper drilling depth and thorough ground preparation for successful seeding.
Wilbur Wright's record flight from Governor's Island to a point above Grant's Tomb and back ends early after an engine miss fires a brass fragment. Despite the mishap the crowd applauds his spirit and he maintains the prize contract as observers note the historic exposure to new wind currents over Manhattan.
Albert Pulitzer brother of Joseph Pulitzer publisher of the New York World, poisoned himself then shot himself in Vienna. An empty bottle labeled poison lay on the table as Dr. Polink found him dead in front of his dressing table after a nervous breakdown and poor medical progress.
The young son of Clarence Ellis and wife of Homer near Danville is dying of pellagra after prolonged unconsciousness. Doctors say the child may live only a few hours more, with poisoned milk cited as the cause. At Gifford there are several pellagra cases.
Market notes from Cincinnati Chicago Louisville and Indianapolis list prices for cattle calves hogs and sheep plus grains and staples. Cattle at Cincinnati 5.50 to 5.75 for extras and calves around 8.95. Chicago wheat 1.17. corn 60 to 61?. oats 40c. lard and pork values shown. Louisville wheat around 1.199 to 1.20. corn 84c. timothy hay about 15.70. Indianapolis catt le prices 6.15 to 8.00 for Pettag and hogs figures incomplete.
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