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Newspaper
Fulton County Tribune
Location
Wauseon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1920
Page
6
The State Department of Health notes a decline in scarlet fever diphtheria and influenza over several weeks. It warns that saliva and nasal discharges spread these diseases and urges citizens to avoid spitting coughs and sneezing openly.
Fragmentary OCR reads promote Foley cathartic tablets as cleansing the bowels, toning the liver, and avoiding griping. The bizarre wording suggests an ad or misread label claiming health benefits with no side effects, but details are unclear.
The North Trumbull Cow Testing Association in northern Ohio adopts cost accounting for cow testing. It records feed labor and overhead, inventories, and credits milk, churn, and manure revenues to calculate yearly profit or loss, guiding farmers on milk production costs. Ivan Meldrum of Ohio State University notes local farmers will learn much about costs by February 1, 1921.
A 12 shrub list suited to Ohio garden planting is released by Prof. R. B. Cruickwhank of Ohio State University. It includes Forsythia Goldenbell Lilac Mow Orange or Sweet Spring Van Houttr's Spiren Bridal Wreath Weigela High Bush Cranberry Rogal's Privet Morrow's Wool Tartarian Bush Honeysuckle Summer Hydrangeas Large Flowered Hydranges Althea Rose of Sharon and Jan were Berkerry. The note warns about shrubs that are not rust resistant and suggests proper preparation and careful planting to avoid digestive discomfort in early growth, with guidance on soil mix and care. A 4 month bulletin on Feeding Hens is referenced, and Ohio residents may request a free copy from the Ohio Experiment Station Wooster.
An advertisement touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a safe vegetable laxative and promotes their olive color and gentle effect. The text shifts to announce efforts in Ohio trucking regions to organize vegetable growers into twenty groups linked to national associations and Farm Bureau, aiming to curb unjust legislation and cut production costs while informing the public about growing and pricing.
Experiments at the Ohio Experiment Station show ration content outweighs feeding method in eye production. Tests recommend hen rations contain 10 to 12 percent meat scrap or digester tankage or skim milk. wet mash has drawbacks.
Brief note outlines a simple method to compute income tax with minimal effort. Mentions basic steps and practical tips for individuals to estimate liability quickly. No dates or places specified.
A comedic Indian asterisk on income tax mocks complex formulas using absurd steps. It parodies algebra and year income, personal property, family sizes, and odd measurements to end with the punch line that taxes may be avoided by absurd arithmetic, attributed to The Optimist of Mt. Vernon Ohio.
Dr Jones Company of St Charles ton Ohio maker of Houstonia liniment declares no price rise for fifty years. The 4 oz bottle sells for 25 cents the large 8 oz for 50 cents and the 20 oz mammoth bottle for 1.00. The remedy is advertised to ease stiffness backache and rheumatic pains and features the Jones picture on its wrapper.
National Authority on Railroad Transportation warns in Philadelphia that after March carriers must be financially self sufficient or go bankrupt. Dr Emory Robertson of the Wharton School argues government aid has masked losses and calls for railroads to earn stable revenues to fund operations and improvements. He says future policy must favor private investment or the nation must adopt government ownership of roads.
George Roush, a Gallia County farmer, reports from 143 hens he earned $739 with an average egg yield of 167.6 eggs per hen. He notes he has 250 silled hens now and maintains similar food costs as last year. A county Inter-Church World Movement conference is planned in Wauseon on April 7, with sessions across Princess Theatre and local churches.
The passage extols Leonard Wood as the successor of Theodore Roosevelt, noting his exceptional executive skill and physical readiness to bear presidential burdens. It urges patience and generosity paired with common sense, justice, and fairness to guide the nation in a critical period.
President Roosevelt expresses strong admiration for Leonard Wood, stating that over 18 years he has provided service of the highest value. He credits Wood with exceptional ability and power, and a big-hearted devotion to the flag's honor and the nation's welfare.
Millions of Americans invest in railroads through direct holdings, life insurance, savings banks, mutuals, and trusts. The article details amounts owned by individuals, insurers, and banks, plus the share of assets tied to railroad bonds. It notes 1919 periods and the broad reach of railroad securities across sectors.
Ohio churches across denominations launch Life Enlistment Sunday to recruit young people for church work. About 4000 Ohio youths are sought for Christian service in schools and colleges nationwide. Walter G. Cuppinger directs the drive from Otterbein College as state coordinator, with YMCAs and colleges supporting efforts.
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