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Newspaper
Geneseo Republic
Location
Geneseo, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1902
Page
7
The article notes barrow construction from old parts and discusses youths on farms. Prof W F Card argues farming offers unmatched opportunities for many young men, contrasting farm paths with urban careers and stressing that money is not the sole measure of success.
The passage describes a wheelbarrow with a four foot four inch length, end boards, removable tailboard, and details on axle and wheels. It then shifts to farming advice about lime in Bordeaux mixtures, spraying, and plant disease remedies. Additional notes compare Jersey and Holstein cattle heads, grinding stock feed, and washing sheep before shearing.
A Poughkeepsie Eagle reprint quotes the American Economist arguing that the Dingley tariff era has ended. It favors reciprocity and free trade while warning against tearing down all tariffs. The piece contrasts protectionist views with those who seek broader import access and domestic growth.
The article describes grafting a grape vine to turn four wild sterile vines into productive plants. It explains stock preparation, how to cut the scion into an even wedge, and that no wax is used because the stock sap seals naturally. The earth is packed around stock and graft after planting.
A man grabs a slender figure outside a bright shop in a wintry city scene. They wrestle to the door as cold air and crowds pass, ending with the victor stepping back while the other sways. A cigar-shop man in the Times cites odd remarks about the figures.
In Colwyn Bay a choir festival ended tragically as conductor Henry Hughes collapsed while leading his group. Despite immediate help, Hughes died in an anteroom as the winning choir, led by E T Davies, continued to perform amid cheers. His son and daughter sang in the victorious choir.
The Chicago Chronicle notes that steam railroads and Western hotels report reduced patronage due to long distance telephones. Travel between cities like St Louis and Chicago is said to be cut, as people choose telephone communication over trips. Telegraphs and malls are also cited as deterrents, with optimism that future high speed electric travel may restore old patterns.
A shopper complains about price differences between similar woolen garments. The clerk notes one item is half cotton while another is all cotton, highlighting perceived value and material composition. The exchange reflects simple retail pricing and material distinctions.
The text surveys New Jersey and New York court holdings on libel malice standards and marriage by ceremony, a church member’s expulsion for voting Democratic tickets, voter intimidation statutes, and an Indiana ruling that natural gas providers must serve all compliant applicants, stressing equal access to public benefits and responsibilities of utility companies.
The piece argues that the custom of wives taking their husband s surname is a relic of patriarchal times when women lacked independent identity. It notes examples from wild tribes and Belgium where couples unite surnames, creating long double barrel names seen as noble, while urging preservation of maiden names as a sign of female emancipation.
United States oleomargarine industry has 24 factories with annual sales over 30 million dollars. Output includes 23 million pounds milk and cream, 33 million pounds beer for oleo, 87 million pounds neutral lard and 11 million pounds cotton seed oil. Netherlands surpasses U S in oleomargarine, Germany doubles U S production.
The excerpt shows a fragmented dialogue describing a home marriage service. One speaker questions the ceremony and another remarks on the lack of a Mog mark and the need to appear careful.
Prune cake and sauce instructions plus German Coffee Cake method, shortcake crust, and frozen food guidance. Includes several home tips on cleaning, ironing, wall care, furniture, and kitchen maintenance with practical steps and measurements.
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