Prescription and barn details from a 19th century newspaper
A block of text describes a claimed kidney remedy with liquid extract and herbs, a pharmacist's remarks on safety and efficacy, plus a detailed 88 by 45 foot barn build with 16 foot posts, cement foundation, ventilation, sliding doors, and cost of 21400.00. It also mentions a health coffee imitation by Dr Shoop and local sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Beda
Houch
Propu Etstown
Shoop
Racine
C. W. Farber &R
Emigration from Italy to Texas Colonization Plan
A historical note describes Italian agrarians leaving for the United States due to poor conditions at home. The government backs a colonization plan to guide emigrants to Texas lands, with a syndicate buying land and funding initial settlement until individual ownership is possible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nome
Italy
United States
Grester
Nuk Island
Frisco
Rome
Texas
Zerarat
Italian colonists sought in Texas farming boom
The piece notes Southern Texas demand for Italian settlers to farm truck berries and fruit, detailing an offer near Tomball with ten families to receive ten-acre plots, housing, and equipment. Costs run 1000 to 1200 dollars over ten years at six percent, yielding initial gains and long term settlement benefits for owners and new citizens. It also mentions Galesburg’s magazine connections and local ties to Knox College.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bacama
Texas
Trinity
Tomball
Houston
Pew
Hints on Road Work for Earth Roads and Maintenance
A detailed guide for farmers and officials on building and maintaining earth roads. It emphasizes early maintenance, proper plowing, and choosing tools like the drag scraper and grader to prevent water damage and improve road longevity. It notes spring conditions, ditches, and the need for continuous minor repairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois
Trafic
White Son
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Spea
Agg Medical Institute
Davenport
Wax
Frank P. Ladd
North Main Street
Hast Fiew Poultry Yards
Adolph Ott
Geneseo Poultry
Atkingon
Groce Ya
R. M Ole
Harbrauff
Princeton, Ill
Phooe
Geo A
Heath
Annawan
Fall Duroc
Hakey
HIN
RGR
Evers
Turin
Fou
HROWN
Ia Grange
Cook Co
Hitnola
Frank Henninger
Geneseo, II
Paone
Geneseo
Hans
Nabeie Crotting Co
the. P. S
Erie
Miller & Peterson
Axel Peterson
W. L. Miller
Murray _Brothers CITY SCAVENGERS
Chichester
G. F. Pobanz
Austin
Sturdevant & Swanson
Chicago
Peffer Medical Association
F. A. Peterson
Chas, Houch’s
Thoupson
Thompson & Son
LACON
Galesburg
Phillips
the American
Knox College
McClure
Knox
Knoox
Ben Haupton
Galesburg Mail
Broadway
Galésburgy
Knox and
Galva News
Lier, Offerle & Co
One Price Clothiers
Standard Oil Company
Imcorporata
J. T
Saller
Tinsley
Big Four Old
Peach
Honesty
Black Bear
W. N. Tinsley
the American Tobacco CO
St. Louis, Mo
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