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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1922
Page
16
Seattle woman reports relief from long pains and fatigue after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The testimonial claims the remedy eased severe cramps, fever, and a persistent lump, restoring health and ability to work, and suggests others try it to prevent further trouble.
A spinster and her niece pass a theater showing The Man From Home. The niece pauses to admire the leading actor Booth Warkington, while the aunt insists the actor wrote the scenario to gain a stage chance. A nameless observer muses that patience and perseverance equip for work.
The ad extols Allen's Foot Ease as a universal powder for feet guiding workers and soldiers. It touts pain relief, slipper protection, and prevention of blisters. Claims over a million five hundred thousand pounds sold to Army and Navy users.
A United States Department of Agriculture guide highlights Timothy as the most important hay grass in America, growing across the northern half of the United States and into the cotton belt. The bulletin describes 20 common grasses, their seed weights, seeding rates, and uses, noting non native origins for several and listing varieties like Kentucky bluegrass and Bermuda, with details available upon request.
Efforts to put the United States Warehouse Act into effect in the Northwest are being made by the United States Department of Agriculture in cooperation with local banks. Grain warehousemen licensed last year indicate intent to renew licenses this year, and more warehousemen are expected to join the system.
Government bulletin outlines green manuring as a method to improve soils. The USDA offers a free bulletin titled Green Manuring through the Washington DC office, urging all interested farmers to obtain a copy for soil improvement.
A fragmented report notes windows and wire mesh in poultry houses as key to summer ventilation. It mentions sparrows bringing mites and chickenpox, with references to frames and netting, and a rough description of box and posts.
Agricultural bulletin reports a study by USDA and Purdue showing dent corn with starchy kernels more prone to root rot than horny kernel varieties. Horny kernels are translucent while starchy ones are opaque. The note explains selection methods to avoid testing every ear and directs readers to request the bulletin from Washington, D.C.
A newly found four foot high pygmy tribe inhabits the mountain border of Colombia and Venezuela. They are described as cheerful yet ignorant, with no apparent government or religion. They hunt with bows and arrows and rely on water fishing, while outsiders know little of their culture.
A rolling cutter device helps keep strawberry beds orderly through summer. It runs up and down the rows to sever tune nets that would otherwise spread between plants, confining growth to the desired space. The described implement resembles a two cutter disk mounted on a homemade frame as shown in the Nebraska Farm Journal.
United States Department of Agriculture warns that improper spray schedules leave residues on fruits and vegetables. Investigations show heavy spraying or late-season applications raise detectable lead and copper on produce, especially from dry climates, even after washing.
Investigations focus on establishing standards for mohair production and quality. A United Federal survey examines virtuous preparation and grading methods by producers, aiming to ensure consistent wool quality and compliance with federal guidelines.
A summer resident from Coolbergh travels to the city with white seed and flowers, remains unmoved by a station driver’s reproach, shares marguerites with a city friend, and finally passes the blooms to a busy office companion. A note urges youth to seek God’s guidance as they leave home.
A cured Austrian from an asylum near Vienna, freed in 1913, hired a cab to the Prater. He learned the fare was 18 000 kronen and, with only 120 kronen, asked to return to the asylum. The driver insisted on 18 000 kronen change. Experts of locomotives from the United States 4,1926 totaled 4 711 valued at 58 020 847 dollars.
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