Family reflections and aging parents in a 19th century scene
A fragmented narrative recalls a father figure Frederick and a widow with a child, noting charitable dependence of 64 percent of parents on their offspring. The speaker Wolkenhorst contrasts attitudes toward parenthood, predicting aging and ongoing work, imagining Helen and Theo as capable in the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tamaliy
Frederick Ie
Cama
Wolkenhorst
Seure
Ima
Helen
Theo
Nebraska pioneer John Fisher dies at 91
John Fisher of Nebraska, a pioneering resident who had been blind for 14 years, remained able to see for 24 hours before death. He distinguished his sons and daughters during that final day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
John Fisher
Olf
Oscar Is Thrifty Becomes Local Photo Scenery Feature
An Ohio city mall carrier, Gsenn Wsher, began a hobby four years ago of weaving tiny bound letters into a growing display. The hall photo shows a two foot diameter piece weighing about 64 pounds. He notes the joined pieces could stretch miles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gsenn Wsher
Ohio City
Wisher
Fishar Cath
More Light on Bolshevist Rule in Siberia and Russia
American traveler reports from Siberia under Bolshevik rule. He notes government control of land and food, underfed urban areas, peasant resistance, travel restrictions, and limited American presence. He describes rationing, price controls, and state markets as the regime consolidates power while skepticism toward capitalism persists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruse
Russia
Siberia
Moscow
Tinland
America
United States
Kotchuk
Mountain Goat Shot Amid Ore Discovery Report
A mountain goat was killed when a rifle cracked during an ore discovery incident on a steep precipice. The event centers on Stewart and Bady, with the report detailing the chase and the fatal shot near the mining site.
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Stewart
Lessen Loss in Producing Pork Clocked by Thorough Remedies
A historical note outlines how cholera losses are eclipsed by piglet mortality in the two months after farrowing. It cites that about ten percent die at birth and many more during the first week, with guidance from farmers on preventing losses through careful sow management, nutrition, environment, and reduced stress during farrowing and early lactation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rich
Gholora
Testing promises gains from careful trial measures
The text asserts that testing yields benefits with little risk, arguing fewer errors and better outcomes. It emphasizes that planting more wisely reduces waste, that dead crops hinder progress, and that careful testing is advantageous and inexpensive. The fragmentary phrases hint at comparisons and practical guidance.
Handy feed box for stock
In an old sketch by Claude Dicekinon of Nebragka in Parvin, a frame of two boards across a barrel forms a handy feed box for cattle. The design aims to prevent smashing the tub and allows four calves to access feed without crowding, with a strong barrel and proper nailing to each stave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Writta Claude Dicekinon
Nebragka
Parvin
Jourdal
Manure as Prime Fertilizer Advice for Gardeners
The article extols stable manure as rich humus and plant nutrients, advising balanced use with acid phosphate. It states a load from a two-horse manure pile plus about 50 pounds of phosphate suits an 80 by 60 foot plot, while warning fresh manure can cause excessive nitrogen and leafy growth at the expense of fruit, especially tomatoes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katate College of Agriultrasos
Value of Farm Land Productivity and Profitability
A United States Department of Agriculture concept compares a 110 acre farm with 19 acres productive to a yield producing asset. If productivity raises price to 160 per acre while other features equal, the land with higher productive share yields greater profit under fixed costs and prices, illustrating how proportion of productive land affects net returns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Sintox Department of Agriculture
Fle
Seed Catalogue Promises Easy Garden Planting Help
A seed catalogue from a reliable firm offers guidance to gardeners, promising assistance in planting and preventing overlooked tasks. It promotes specials from seed houses and USDA offerings, with selections priced up to five dollars for small gardens or homes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graho
Fgeett
United Sates Department of Agriculture
Aoc
Nicotine Kill Plant When Applied To Apples And Plants
Historical note describes nicotine dangers to apples and plants, detailing use on leaves and stems, mixing with water, and potential increased effectiveness when added in certain sprays. Mentions quantities like gallons of water and two thie poonde enon, reflecting OCR errors but indicating application and risks.
Road Building Costs in 1920 Reach 90 Million
Report on highway and canal work shows 1920 Federal and state funding totaling about 80 million for road projects and a canal cost of 5733,000,090. The decade-long program averaged 47 million annually, with 1920 project counts and expenditures reflecting progress amid economic strain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Biosen
Unite States
Horsepower on Good Roads for Farm Transport
The Oklahoma article explains road surfaces affect horse power needed to haul loads. A 6,270 pound wagon requires two horses on some roads and four on rough terrain. Estimates vary: two horses on smooth or poor roads, four on hard gravel, two on muddy lanes, and up to five or six on very rough routes. Voltage of engines not used.
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Vanepf
Farma Jarlown
Oklahomnan
Amooth
Maraduin
Various Uses of Highways and Road Machinery
The passage extols better roads for commerce and travel, noting benefits to salesmen, farmers, and doctors. It argues roads enable broader territory, larger customer reach, and reduced delays, while hinting at new road machines and a heavy-duty road cutter able to lay a long, thick conduit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weber
Tie Tamily
Houra
Wufferlog
Ameloty
Automobile Road Upgrade Promises New Route Access
A garbled notice outlines a planned roadway upgrade replacing an old path with a modern route. It promises better access, a firm foundation for future traffic, and mentions material quality as essential to the project’s success.
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Polah
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