Father of Fifteen Describes Frugal Rural Household
Frederick Walkenhorst, father of fifteen, explains how he raises his brood on a daily wage in a cottage behind a barn. The scene shows a crowded home with chores, homemade furniture, and a busy kitchen as daughters scrub floors while children line up for soup. He notes nine children still at home, several died earlier, and reflects on aging and hope for his family’s future.
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Frederick
Walken
Walkenhorsts
Mall Son
Hilda
Walkenhorst
Haye
Frederick Walken
Staht Returns on Deathbed in Nebraska Pioneer Dead
John Fisher, 91, Nebraska pioneer from Omaha Nob. regained sight for 24 hours before death and could distinguish his sons and daughters.
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Staht
Omaha
Nob
John Fisher
Ons
Light on Bolshevist Rule From an Auburn Traveler
Harold Y. Fay of Auburn recounts his year abroad in China and Siberia. He says the Soviet government is politically stable but economically unsound, likely to yield to earlier property rights. Peasants resist requisition drives, some killings occur, and much real property remains lost. Americans are few. travel is restricted and Moscow shows displeasure at outsiders. Rations exist but are limited. substitutes from potatoes and prohibition-era alcohol appear.
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New York
Harold Y. Fay
Auburn
Ching, Hrssia
Far East
Fay
China
Siberia
University of Nanking
Wrved
Rasala Aso
Mu. Fay
Rusaig
Trussia
Russia
Asia
Bsrberia
Moscow
Finland
America
United States
Kolchak
Mountain Goat, Ore Discovery Near Stewart, B C
A mountain goat reportedly led to the discovery of valuable ore in British Columbia. A float ore site lay south of the Grand Trunk Pacific railway, miles from Stewart. An accident during excavation released ore from a glacier, revealing a massive rock concealed beneath.
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Stewart
B. C
British Columbia
Grand Trunk Pacific Railway
Beteath 1
Reducing Piglet Losses After Farrowing Through Timely Remedies
Tenfold piglet losses in the first two months after farrowing versus cholera are discussed. Reader J B Rick outlines affordable steps to prevent death and improve litter size, including sow conditioning, pen setup, gentle farrowing, feed quality, and careful care in the first weeks.
Planting and harvest notes amid uncertain crops
Fragmentary lines discuss corn yield, land status, and risks to crops. Ambiguous phrases suggest shortages, theft, and economic concerns in farming, with hints of testing or trials determining outcomes. No clear events or identifiable entities are present.
F .NDY FEED BOX FOR STOCK
Claude Dieckmann of Nebraska describes a barrel style hay feed box for open lots. A strong barrel framed across the inside with hoops nailed to each stave prevents tampering and allows four animals to eat without fighting.
Manure as a Superior Fertilizer Advice from College
A Rome gardener explains that well rotted stable manure, rich in plant nutrients and bacteria, is an excellent fertilizer. To maximize its benefits mix with phosphite and apply about one ton to a garden of 80 by 60 feet, avoiding spring use due to excessive nitrogen which can stunt fruit development, especially tomatoes.
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Rome
de Lown State College of
Utilization of Farm Land Concepts in Cropland Value
The article argues that efficient use of farm land determines income productivity, comparing two 100 acre farms under different yields and prices. It notes higher value per acre when productive use and market prices align, contrasting outcomes between the two farms under similar features.
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United States
Department of Agriculture
Neres Beng
Alinge
New Seed Catalogue Offers Garden Friendly Selections
A catalog from United States Department of Agriculture seed houses promises helpful options for home gardens. Readers can obtain a varied assortment of seed varieties with special collections suited for small plots and neighborhoods.
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Siyapyefatlats
United States Department of Agricultura
Nicotine Sprays Found to Kill Plant Pests
The notice describes using nicotine as a spray to kill plant lice and other pests on apples and trees. It warns of the potential harm to plants and outlines mixing concentrations, including 40 percent sulphate and soap, with two to three pounds of soap per 60 gallons of water. It notes optional additives like Ticoling sylphus and cautions selective use when applied alone.
Road Building Advances in 1920 Federal Canal Projects
The 1920 fiscal year saw major road and canal construction with the Palatine canal listed as a capstone project. Estimated cost around 80 million dollars, aided by federal and state funding, with total federal commitments near 108 million and state expenditures about 101 million. Production efficiency and economic conditions affected project pace and currency.
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United States
Whitch
Leon
Cence
Horsepower on Good Roads and draft estimates by road type
The piece discusses how hard surfaced roads affect market access and farm gate weight. It estimates horsepower needs for pulling wagons on sand mud dirt and gravel roads, with figures ranging from about six thousand two hundred seventy pounds equivalent to various road conditions and loads.
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Elias
John Olahoman
Various Uses of Highways in Early Transit
A fragmented article extols improved roads for faster product distribution and travel. It argues good roads benefit travelers, farmers, doctors, and merchants by enabling automobile transport over steam trams, promising safer trips and lower costs despite garbled OCR.
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Teivella Slesimen
Akr
Costa Onaider
Road Machinery Gathers for 14,000 Syle Foot Path Work
A work crew will lay roadway pavement with heavy machines to cover 14,000 syle feet in a single day. The project uses unthst calevule anaehiie methods and aims to finish swiftly. Local officials urge caution near the site and monitor progress.
Automobiles Replace Old Models in Japan Market
In Japan new car models replace older lines as manufacturers shift to updated designs. Industry observers note changes in pricing and dealer stock as consumers respond to refreshed offerings.
Film Foundation Necessary The Nnowt Paying Mytoval to the World
Arty foundation critique or protest message appears as a fragmented note about funding and world impact. The readable content references a foundation and opposition to some payments, but details are unclear. Entities include Arty foundation and The Nnowt.
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Mytoval
Arty Foundation
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