Health resolutions and old drinking vessels described in a state newsletter
The state board of health urges New Year health resolutions including complete medical exams, diphtheria vaccination for children, smallpox vaccination, avoiding exposure to contagious diseases, proper birth registration, and support for local health officials. The piece also recounts historical drinking vessels from mazer bowls to silver cups and notes glass deflectors for windows to curb drafts.
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Vital Statistics Department
State Board of Health
Elizabeth
Public Health Nurses Achieve Results
Dr. H. O. Sappington state health officer praises public health nurses in a year end letter of appreciation. He notes hundreds of children will enjoy Christmas due to the nurses efforts and that many homes celebrate a disease free holiday through their work.
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H. O. Sappington
The Romance of Drinking Cups
A historical piece describes ornate cups and tankards prized in antiques sales. It explains peg cups with internal pegs guiding drinkers to “down to the peg,” the custom of not setting cups down, and the hospitality ritual of sharing large ceremonial vessels.
Controlling Poultry Disease Through Culling
Wet weather raises outbreaks of poultry diseases in state flocks. Healthy pullets thrive in spacious houses while crowded, late-hatched birds fuel spread. Cull entire flocks or sell only healthy birds for home consumption. kill and burn all other culls to prevent further illness.
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Agricultural College
Winter Ventilation Advised by State Health Board
The state board of health urges proper winter ventilation to avoid harmful effects from overheating. Dr. H Sappington states rooms should stay around 68 to 70 degrees with ample fresh air. Open windows on opposite sides of rooms to improve air circulation.
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State Board of Health
H. ©. Sappington
Crop Rotation Flexibility and Farm Economy
The article explains crop rotation as a flexible, soil specific practice. It notes uniform soil is rare and rotations must suit soil type, topography, livestock needs, market timing, and pest or weed pressures. It emphasizes dovetailing rotations to meet annual crop averages and adapt to changing conditions.
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Europe
Bureau of Soils
United States Department of Agriculture
Elements Kill 700 This Year
Washington reports by the American Red Cross warning that fires winds and floods this year caused record devastation across the nation. About 700 people killed and tens of thousands homeless as relief workers aided eight communities in September and October.
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Washington, D. C
American Red Cross
United States
Red Cross
Florida
San Francisco
Illinois River Valley
Kansas
Iowa
Alaska
Oklahoma
Sandusky
Ohio
Mexico
West Indies
Red‘ross
A Floor for the Hen House
A cheap but ideal chicken house floor can be built by filling about eight inches with cinders gravel or crushed rock and topping with two inches of cement. Hollow tile offers a better base for concrete but costs more. A four inch rise in 20 feet from back to front keeps litter evenly distributed and reduces cleaning. Best time is before pullets enter winter quarters.
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Philip J. Bigue
Gillespie County History books in high demand
Office urges readers to buy Gillespie County History books quickly as demand is strong and supplies are running out.
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Gillespie County
What is a friend a tender truth of the heart
The essay defines a friend as someone who lets you be yourself fully without judgment. A friend accepts your flaws and contradictions, understands your inner nature, and offers loyalty that cleanses and warms the soul like fire water and wine.
Comfort Man Burned By Electric Wire
Comfort Texas December 26 Bruno Raute burned when he picked up an electric wire while working on the Schwetheim Building he was laying concrete when the accident happened. Fellow worker Albert Pankratz broke the wire with a shovel after efforts to pull him away failed. Raute was unconscious for more than an hour and may require the amputation of his left hand according to Dr C C Jones the attending physician.
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Comfort
Tex
Bruno Raute
Schwetheim
C. C. Jones
Raute
Albert Pankratz
Marines Receive New Thompson Submachine Guns at Fort Worth
United States marines stationed in Fort Worth guard mail against bandits and were issued a Christmas gift from the government a battery of improved Thompson submachine guns effective to 450 yards with 400 rounds a minute. Captain Alfred Dickerson said the compensator on the muzzle prevents pulling during fire. A new shipment of riot model sawed off shotguns also arrived for the detachment.
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Fort Worth
United States
Alfred Dickerson
Notice of Sheriff Sale in Gillespie County Texas
By order of sale dated December 2 1925 in the District Court of Gillespie County Texas case 1604 W C Kiehne v Frank H Petermann and Frieda Petermann, on December 4 1926 I Levyed on and seized the SE half of town lot 220 Fredericksburg fronting San Saba street. It will be offered January 4 1927 between 10 AM and 4 PM at the Gillespie County Courthouse for cash to satisfy a September 21 1926 judgment in favor of W C Kiehne for 1906 82 plus interest and costs. Alfred Klaerner Sheriff Gillespie County Texas.
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District Court
Gillespie County
State of Texas
W. C. Kiehne
Frank H. Petermann
Frieda Petermann
Texas
Fredericksburg
San Saba Street
San Saba
Alfred Klaerner
Putnam Public School Teachers Offered $25 Yearly Increase
Putnam Connecticut promises a $25 annual raise for teachers or principals who complete 30 hours of approved professional study with permanent status. No credit for under 30 hours. increases capped at $100 over service. requires superintendent approval and proper completion. During the past summer one third of teachers enrolled in summer courses or study abroad.
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Putnam
Conn
Superintendent of Schools
Putnam Schools
Advertisements Offer Hidden Finds in Local Paper
Readers are urged to scan the advertisements for sought after items and opportunities. The page suggests special selections and potential bargains across services goods and events within the community.
Local Auction Promises Quick Sale On Items
A brief notice urges readers to inspect items soon as they are expected to sell quickly. The ad highlights a ready inventory and invites buyers to visit and assess the offerings.
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State Board OF Health Weekly Newsletter
Crete
Ong
Devil Dogs
Bill Booster
Ceagiet
Conrad Ernst
Haskell
Dallas
Burg’s
Stonewall, Texas
7 Wildcats
Hy. Burg
Married Folk
Peter’s Hall
Bear Creek
Peter
Klingelhoefer’s Hall
Cherry Spring
Alf. Klingelhoefer
Willow City Telephone Company
Court House
I. W. Lee
Pres
Max H. Lungkwitz
Johnson City, Texas
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