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Newspaper
Freeland Tribune
Location
Freeland, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1902
Page
3
Barley thrives on any soil suitable for wheat and makes superior feed for stock. In England it fattens hogs well, rivaling corn for carcass weight but with more lean meat. For growing pigs barley supplies more protein and minerals than corn. Top-dressing wheat with fine manure in fall or early winter preserves manure, reduces loss, and helps protect roots while saving spring labor.
Reader asks about feeding chickens in troughs. The column argues troughs are unsuitable for fowls due to disease and filth, recommending a flat plank as a cheap feeder and a grain heavy diet of oats wheat millet and corn for hens.
A critique from American Swineherd urges breeders to cull inferior pigs to protect reputation and profit. Emphasizes selling to loyal buyers, using strong bloodlines, and maintaining good sows and boars. Stresses honest transactions, proper feeding, and careful handling for a profitable operation.
W B Hawkins argues corn can become a dominant money crop for eastern farmers east of the Mississippi. He notes cheap corn aids European education on affordable food and urges corn production for dairying and hog feed, citing efficiency when processed rather than fed on the ear.
A brief discussion notes few farmers devote themselves to mastering one craft while those who possess such focus are likely to progress quickly in cheese making. The tone laments the scarcity of patient, skilled practitioners in this field.
Fred O. Sibley notes that fancy cheeses, once foreign dominated, are expanding in the United States. He cites a new pineapple cheese factory near his home as proof that the specialty can prosper with energy. Domestic dairymen increasingly meet demand while still selling cheaper varieties.
A New York Tribune essay by Dr A S Heath argues that women milking cows yield more milk than men. It claims cows calmer in stalls produce richer, more abundant milk, and that gentle care increases output and profits. The piece likens cows to poets, stressing repose, kindness, and the absence of stress from rough handling.
The article details how department stores reinforce detective staffs during holidays to deter professional shoplifters. Harry Blades explains adding up to thirty detectives, including a former salesgirl who excels, and outlines policies on handling female suspects, collaboration within the bureau, and the value of outside secret-service help to reduce shoplifting through deterrence and selective prosecution.
The five masted schooner built for Capt. John G. Crowley rises in Camden Maine with 282 foot keel, 218 feet length overall, 44 foot beam and 21 12 feet hold. It will carry 4000 tons of coal on 23 feet draft and cost about 90000 dollars. Powered by steam for sails and gear, it aims for speed and dividends in coastwise trade. The project draws Philadelphia investors and launches in November.
A satirical piece portrays a South Washington federal office dubbed the chief poisoner Joseph Farmer who supposedly treats museum items to prevent vermin. It claims arsenical coatings for metals fabrics furs and even shelves to guard the Smithsonian and National Museum. The text adds a comic line about dyeing and a note on Laplanders height.
A compilation of various medical claims and advertisements states Hall's Catarrh Cure can reach the blood and mucous surfaces from within, touting testimonials and pharmaceutical endorsements. Other items mention Dr Kline's nerve restorer, Mrs Winslow's soothing syrup, Piso’s Cure, and a Moran calendar promotion.
An old advertisement touts Cascarnts as a cure for any ailment from headache to cancer. It claims to restore bowel health with no gripe or pain and promises easy natural movements for 10 cents. It warns against imitations and notes the genuine candy cathartic is in metal boxes. It ends with a curious line about African rivers seeking the ocean farthest from their source.
A Chicago woman Marie L LaMonte says she suffered three years with female troubles and endured months of pain. After using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound she recovered fully and recommends the remedy to other sick women, noting five bottles cured her. Mrs Pinkham offers free advice to sick women.
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