Sawdust in Concrete and Nail Restrictions
A historical note explains that concrete with sawdust in the mix will not hold nails. It warns that one part cement to two parts sand and three quarters sawdust fails to form usable concrete, absorbs water, and crumbles under use. Waterproof paint can mitigate moisture, and such mix should be confined to covered floors or protected surfaces.
Movement to break up California ranches gains pace
California land grants once vast ranches are facing splitting into smaller farms. Advocates argue taxation and production benefit from smaller holdings as a national trend takes hold after statehood validated the large tracts.
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California
New Uses Found for Breweries in Reform Move
Breweries are repurposed across the Northwest and beyond as the temperance movement promotes new uses. Former Seattle and Aber deen plants produce table shrimp substitutes, denatured alcohol, winegar, yeast, dry cells, soap, and more while others become creameries, ice plants, or co operatives.
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Aberdeen
Wash
Spokane
Olympia
Bellingham
Seattle
Coors’ Brewery
Golden
Coro
Colorado
England wakes to drink toll on finances say Nash
A Christian of London writer argues liquor trade drains labor from lifting 60,000,000 tons and wastes years of output, costing Britain food and savings. He notes a pound stolen from each home daily since the war and mocks war savings campaigns warning of daily $2.5 million squandered on drink.
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England
Christian of
London
Great Pyramid
Egypt
London Docks
United Kingdom
War Savings Committee
Louisa A’hinuty Nash
Unico
Benefits From Gardening
The article extols honest and conscientious garden work as its own reward. It notes outdoor labor strengthens the gardener and builds experience for better results next year, predicting few gardens will fail and praising the resilient, hopeful spirit of backyard cultivation.
Little Rock Mayor Touts BusinesseS Surge Under Prohibition
The mayor cites merchants in ten lines of business reporting better collections this year and a rise in retail sales. Post Office revenue jumps by 300 545.63 dollars, bank deposits grow by 3 500 000, and bank clearings exceed 11 million. Savings accounts surpass prior years, while the bankruptcy referee notes no business in his line.
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Little Rock
Chamber of Commerce
Soft Clear Skins Promoted by Cuticura Daily Use
The advertisement urges daily use of Cuticura Soap with hot water to clear skin and pimples. It suggests applying Cuticura Ointment before bathing for dandruff and pimples, claiming Cuticura is best for daily toilet care. Free samples by mail with a booklet are offered, addressed to Cuticura Dept. L Boston and sold everywhere.
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Dept. L
Boston
Youmans on Alcohol and Society’s Interest in its Control
A quotation emphasizes that alcohol acts as a cerebral poison, disrupting the brain responsible for steady judgment and moral duties to family society and God. It argues government and society have a strong stake in addressing its effects.
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Youmans
Coroner's Jury Seeks Study to Tackle Liquor Question
A coroner's jury proposes forming a panel to study the liquor problem instead of a national liquor commission as urged by the nets. The suggestion aims to address the issue locally and inform policy.
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National Liquor Commission
Nets
Advice on Dynamiting a Stream Sparks Reader Question
A Jersey newspaper editor, noted sportsman, reports a reader asking how to dynamite a stream. The editor’s reply suggests four sticks of dynamite tied around the neck, with fuse lit, then fleeing water to avoid harming snakes and reptiles.
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Jersey
Slaves of drug habit claim 200000 in New York
The New York World reports a startling figure asserting around 200000 New Yorkers are enslaved to the drug habit, illustrating a severe public health issue.
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William G. McAdoo
Secretary of the Treasury
New York Naval Milita
Bay Shore
New York World
New York
Buildings In Use In Portland Saloons Rise
Of 335 saloons in Portland Oregon in 1915 only 21 are vacant. Many saloon shacks and shanties have been replaced by substantial buildings rented at increased rents.
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Portland
Ore
August Flower and Family Remedies Claims Questioned
An old advertisement touts August Flower as a universal cure for biliousness and stomach troubles, claiming great efficacy and many cures. It cites broad health benefits and lists prices from 25 to 75 cents, typical of late 19th or early 20th century patent medicine promotion.
Association backs nationwide Prohibition policy
The Western Retail Implement Vehicle and Hardware association representing about 4200 members has placed itself on record as favoring nationwide Prohibition.
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Western Retail Implement, Vehicle and Hardware Association
Woman's Rifle Club Improves Aim In Life
A humorously cited quote notes Lakewood New Jersey hosts a woman's rifle club. The quip suggests the club aims to improve women's aim in life rather than targeting husbands.
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Lakewood
N. J
How Alcohol Becomes a Knock-Out Drop Warned by Health Board
A Chicago Herald Health page from the Life Extension Institute asserts alcohol acts as a knockout drop that suppresses civilized behavior, releasing primitive tendencies. It cites a scientific board including Prof. Irving Fisher and Gen. William C. Gorgas advising on sanitation.
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Chicago Herald
Life Extension Institute
Irving Fisher
Hygiene Reference Board
William C Gorgas
Fragmentary memo hints at trial notes and names
A garbled note references a trial or legal matter with scattered names including Olmsted and Le Roy. The text is incomplete, with stray terms like coins and atone, making exact actions or outcomes unclear. Further readable context is needed to produce a proper article card.
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Kilen
Olmsted
le Roy
Pies Lose Favor Among Modern Eaters
A reflective note on changing tastes as pies begin to fall out of favor with today’s palates, contrasting with childhood fondness and the evolving preferences of consumers.
Necessity Shapes Uneven Conventions and Their Origins
An old saying notes that necessity drives innovation yet most conventions fail to flourish. The piece suggests many rules arise from need but end up as unnecessary orphans lacking lasting support or direction.
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