Washington Hostesses Fear Election Spy Trouble at Dinners
In Washington a social anxiety grows over Mr Roosevelt’s “nice young men” possibly leaving for other fields if Bryan is elected. Hostesses fear a vacancy shortage at dinners as diplomats, officials, and winter visitors rely on these youths to fill tables. The piece predicts the Taft or Bryan choice will see the cabinet dissolved after March 4, with the executive grounds becoming a crocus bed or children’s playground.
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Ashington
Washington
Roosevelt
Bryan
Mr. Roosevelt
Record Timber Cut in 1907 Tops Prior Year
Figures from the Bureau of Census and the Forest Service show 1907 lumber production reaching over forty billion feet with 28 850 mills reporting, surpassing 1906 by about seven percent though regional declines occurred in the lake states and northwest. Yellow pine accounted for 32 percent of the national cut, with a 13 percent rise from 1906.
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Bureau of Census
Forest Service
United States
Lake States
Northwest
Death recalls Sackville West role in U S row
London news reports the death of Lionel Sackville Sackville West, second Baron Sackville, a former British minister to the United States from 1881 to 1888. His recall by President Cleveland ended his diplomatic career and haunted him with a lifelong grudge against America.
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London
Lionel Sackville Sackville West
Baron Sackville
Lord Sackville
United States
Cleveland
America
Americans
Hazing Case Fallout May Bring Congress Action
Officers and a senior civilian official of the War Department expect cadet hazing suspensions to prompt a congressional response next winter. Six cadets were suspended for a year but not found guilty of gross misconduct beyond hazing, which carries only expulsion as a penalty.
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RMY
War Department
Congress
Washington
Oliver
Leeb
Ananian Club
Wright
Loeb
Cadeta Ilye
Bilia
Hauling Milk to Hogs and a Barrel sled
A farmer describes a simple milk delivery system to hogs using a barrel mounted on notched runners of two by fours with twisted strap iron ends. The setup keeps the barrel from rolling or tipping while transporting milk three times weekly across five acres of alfalfa to the hog pasture, as shared in Farmers' Mail and Breeze.
Caring for the Hog Says Hog Grants Grow Crops and Cleanliness
At a swine breeders meeting L H Roberts urges every hog lot to grow a crop annually to refresh soil and fight disease. Rye and rape provide early and late forages while oats and corn offer nourishment. Clean, airy housing with lime and dry bedding, plus morning water, keep hog health and thrift.
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L. H. Roberts
Stock pointers and farming practices guide
The article covers feeding and care for horses and colts including uniform rations and regular hours. It warns against kickers and suggests disposing of dangerous animals. It notes poultry losses to predators and methods for smoking meat using an old stove drum to reduce fire risk.
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Farmer
Journal of Agriculture
Pastures for Hogs Benefit Growth and Finishing
Pastures for hogs help them fill their stomachs with green feed and distend the stomachs to enlarge them for finishing with corn later.
Farm animals tormented by flies and parasites on farms
Text describes widespread infestation of flies and parasites on farms. It mentions a squid figure and keropeng forming a large proportion and suggests praying on animals several times daily.
Have Things Handy for Doing Chores
A concise note notes keeping tasks ready for daily duties. Mentions Jong and Guildkly ideas about finishing shores and work after a day.
Handling a colt’s habit of kicking and control methods
The article advises removing the cause of kicking in young colts before training yields results. It warns against unsafe devices and suggests firm, calm handling, using neck cords, jaw supports, and ear-tie tricks, with attention to not showing fear.
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Farmers’ Voice
Pens for Hogs Cause Cries for Change in Farm Practice
The piece argues against penning pigs on small farms and in villages noting lack of exercise leads to unhealthy hogs. It urges fencing off an acre or two for pigs to roam and exercise, calling the practice of confinement needlessly cruel and unthinking.
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Farmers’ Review
Hazed Fence Idea For Sheep From Prairie Farmer
Prairie Farmer suggests a 20 inch hazel stick with forks placed on the sheep neck and secured with wire to stop sheep from crossing pastures. The method uses a crotched stick positioned across the neck to deter movement between fields.
Leguminous Crops Spread Across Regions Revealed
The text notes the broad distribution of leguminous crops with cowpeas and soybeans in the south, crimson clover in the east, red clover in the central states, alfalfa in the west, and Canada peas up north, illustrating widespread farming adaptation.
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Japan
Canada
Remember the Flies and Hog Welfare in Heat
The fragment warns about careless behavior toward hogs in hot weather. It notes complaints about a dooked horse and mentions escaping torture on darkened tables. It implies hogs suffer in heat, urging proper shade and relief.
Mourning Millinery Trends Sweep High Society
High society continues to honor the dead with mourning attire using white crape and black fabrics. The era notes lighter weight materials and elegant combinations, including white silk hats with crape borders and white orchids. Crape remains the symbol of mourning and guides trimming choices.
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Paris
Twirling trays speed up table service for large families
A novel twirling tray system helps serve meals for big households. Trays match the table in wood and diameter, rest on a central standard, and spin to hold butter, preserves, bread, molasses, and relishes within easy reach. Used mainly at breakfast and luncheon, they can be daintily styled with covers and center flowers, with sectional dishes available.
Well-Spent Time Brings Refreshing Walk Break
A woman who spent the morning on housekeeping steps out for a brisk walk lasting 16 minutes to clear her head and lighten her heart, improving outlook and energy.
Collar fashions and traveling dress notes from a 1900s issue
The piece describes a detachable mull collar with black silk edging and button closures, a front bow with Irish lace, and a butterfly motif. It suggests coordinating with an all white outfit and black accessories, plus affordable DIY options. It also mentions a large messaline bow and traveling voile dresses as practical fashion options.
Vesper and Harvest Echoes in Summer's Close
Fragmented verse-haze recalls vesper hours and harvest imagery. Vague references to summer’s end, wood and fields, autumnal fruit, river scenes, and a dreamy coastal image blend into a meditative mood of peace and transition.
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Ceres
Suma
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