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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1915
Page
3
The Agriculture Department proposes a standard for the color of citrus fruit to prevent shipments that appear more mature than they are. It defines immaturity by soluble taste and acidity criteria, aiming to curb sweating and concealment of inferior fruit.
Bureau of Agriculture cautions against using radioactive manures after investigations into radium and uranium effects on plants. Reports show radium concentrations may stunt or stimulate growth depending on levels. Soil specialists advise against these manures until clearer effects and safety are established.
The text notes U S department regulation on labeling renovated butter with two lines of black ink on white or light background, size not three eighths of an inch, and weight on the outside. It also mentions Massachusetts Forestry awards for street tree excellence in cities and towns.
Ida McGaughey sues Benton C. McGaughey in Putnam Circuit Court for alimony and related relief. Notice directs Benton to appear March 14 1915 at Greencastle Court House or risk judgment in his absence. plaintiff states Benton is a non resident and whereabouts unknown.
In Putnam County Indiana the 1915 January Term suit Y N New Executor of Levi Linder v Isaac Linder et al Complaint 4012. Defendants named as non residents of Indiana are summoned to appear February 27 1915 at Greencastle Court House to answer or demur or the case will proceed in their absence.
Western farmers embrace sweet clover once seen as a pest. The plant thrives on poor soils and harsh climates, boosts hog weight milk yield beef output and honey, and enriches soil via deep roots and nitrogen fixing. Experts urge replacing poor alfalfa stands with sweet clover on unsuitable soil.
The article warns poultry raisers to make night quarters ratproof and remove rat harbors like piles of old boards. It urges raising buildings off the ground to prevent rats from burrowing beneath and harming chicks, stressing no risks with rats.
The article warns that new poultrykeepers should avoid maintaining many chicken breeds. It urges focusing on a single breed to prevent financial ruin and suggests adding other poultry like geese or ducks if more variety is desired.
The article extols okra as a versatile vegetable with large leaves, cup shaped cream flowers, and tall four foot plants. It notes no pests, compact spacing, edible pods three days after blooming, and that seeds reduce vigor. recommends buying seed and praises its nourishing properties per a Department of Agriculture bulletin.
A promotional passage argues that medicines succeed when they fulfill promises and are vigorously recommended by users. It cites Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a trusted kidney liver and bladder remedy with testimonials and a sample offer through Dr Kilmer Co. Green Castle Daily Herald is mentioned.
Putnam County Indiana treasurer announces sale of road bonds for two projects J T Higgins gravel road in Jackson and Floyd townships and George F Swain macadamized road in Franklin Township. Twenty bonds each priced 342 and 440 dollars, total issues 6840 and 8800, dated February 2 1915. Sealed bids due by 11:00 AM February 2 1915 at Greencastle courthouse.
A collection of sharp, folksy maxims on love, marriage, honesty, and human foibles. The lines mix rueful humor with social commentary about women, bachelorhood, poverty, reform, and domestic discord in compact quips. Each idea stands as a punchy, standalone reflection.
An article on children who struggle to fit in with peers. It outlines causes such as dress, defects, manners, vanity, shyness, or being raised among adults. Parents are urged to correct faults, help the child bear teasing, and align dress and conduct to peers to gain acceptance.
Kate Upson Clark argues in Leslie's that society shames women who live on leisure and card play. She praises independent rural women learning to support themselves and delaying marriage until love, not necessity, guides choices.
A historical note suggests serving raw beef to an invalid as a sandwich. It describes layering fresh meat on thin bread, pressing, cutting into inch square pieces, and presenting on a white napkin for the sickroom.
Chop fine cabbage cauliflower cucumbers and small onions. Salt overnight then boil vinegar and pour over. Scald chowchow again and can while hot. Also tips to revive a soot covered gas mantle by burning a dim light to whiten the spots.
A period advertisement notes women endure aches from back pain headaches and kidney issues. It highlights Mrs Belle Hinkle of Greencastle praising Dean's Kidney Pills for relief and strength, urging readers to buy the 50 cent remedy from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
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