Trustees Notices Common to Several Townships
Trustees announce weekly hours to transact business at residences or offices in Madison Jackson Monroe Floyd Marion townships. Trustees named include J W Knauer Ernest Kivedt Benjamin Walls Oliver Stringer and Pred Todd with schedules listing Wednesdays Fridays and Saturdays for office visits.
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Madin Township
J. W. Knauer
Mill Creek
Ernest Kivedt
Jackson ‘Township
Jackson Township
Benjamin Walls
Oliver Stringer
Ployd ‘Township
Floyd Hjownship
Notice to Non-Residents in Putnam Circuit Court
In 1914 Putnam Circuit Court Sep term Howard Rightsell et al vs James Rightsell et al Complaint No 8640 seeks partition of real estate. Non residents James Baumunk and Lewis Rightsell are summoned to appear on the 7th judicial day of the next term at Greencastle Courthouse to answer or demur or risk judgment in their absence.
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Howard Rightsell
James Krightell
Allee
Ans
James Baumunk
Lewis T. Rightssell
State of
Indiana
Putnam Circuit Court
Greencastle
Humphreys Free Medical Book Celebrates Sixty Years
An advertisement proclaims Humphreys’ revised edition of the Manual of All Diseases and Humphreys’ Hemetics to mark sixty years of publication. It promises minute detail on care and treatment for the sick in a promotional notice.
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Humphreys
Menuus
Cat Better Hunter Than Dog Breakthrough in Hardisty Hunt
Lynn Bloom of Hardisty owns a fifteen pound cat trained for hunting rabbits. The cat follows on horseback during rounds, signals when a shot is possible, and secures rabbits by the neck. Bloom claims the feline outperforms average dogs and guides scent after a wounded rabbit. This shows cats’ hunting value, notably in India’s tradition.
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Hardisty
Canada
Lynn Bloom
Bloom
India
Kindness to Animals in Farm Life and Profit
The piece argues humane treatment of livestock yields better results. It contrasts a compassionate dairyman who gently handles cows with a harsh farmer who relies on force. It asserts kindness improves herd productivity, cleanliness, and neighborly perception, describing calmer animals, steadier milk supply, and broader trust.
Feterita Shows Promise as New Forage Crop
Feterita from the British Sudan is tested in the semiarid Southwest with notes on drought and chinch bug resistance. The piece urges small scale trials as it remains probationary. It also profiles an oak grove acorn crop valued at 200 bushels, used to fatten 400 hogs for market, highlighting acorns’ feeding value.
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Sudan
Department of Agriculture
Mississippi River
New Industry in the West Asbestos Mills Rise Near Casper
Wyoming ventures into asbestos with Casper at the center of an iron and mineral boom. Elders in the town shift from sheep and wool wealth to serpentine ore. investors back mills to supply heat insulation and pipe coverings. A separate opinion praises early automobile exposure for children through a go cart baby carriage, arguing it seeds future car culture.
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Casper
Wyo
New York Sun
Gossip as baseless myths about famous writers and Darwin
The piece argues that crowds spew lazy stereotype filled gossip about Dr Samuel Johnson Poe and Darwin. It claims such talk is a civic habit and merely gossip, not truth, reflecting broader social prejudice.
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Samuel Johnson
Poe
Darwin
Woman's Care of Genius and the Balance of Roles
The passage argues Darwin survived through his wife's devoted nursing and suggests that a true woman’s care is essential yet distinct from the man’s work. It likens Darwin to a fragile vase and emphasizes interdependence between spouse and scientist in sustaining monumental endeavor.
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Darwin
Why People Live Long Dr von Linheim Observes 700 Centenarians
German scientist Dr von Linheim reports findings from a study of 700 individuals aged 80 and older. Longevity correlates with healthy lineage and long-lived ancestors, plus lifelong regularity, punctuality, temperance, and delaying retirement.
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von Linheim
Widow Joins Look on the Bright Side Society
A new widow was enrolled as a member of the Look on the Bright Side Society this afternoon. She explained she missed her husband John and began eating from the pantry shelf so she would not have to clean the dining room often, easing her chores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Chester ton quote on reason and violence
A compact reflection noting that appeals to reason may fail and that violence contrasts with heartfelt influence. The author cites G. K. Chesterton’s line about touching the heart versus striking the head to provoke thought on persuasion and force.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. K. Chesterton
Two Newspapers Quote Classic Debate on News
A Kansas City Journal column contrasts the reliable old newspaper that prints current news with a new-fangled paper that makes its own news, illustrating a historic shift in media.
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Kansas City Journal
Think It Over Reflects on Gratitude for What Is Not Given
A thoughtful reflection notes that many are grateful for what they receive, yet few consider the value of what they are spared or denied, urging deeper appreciation for restraint and nonpossession.
Vast Area for Trees England Opens 7 Million Acres
A report notes England has seven million acres of land available for forest planting. The vast land reserve could support extensive tree growth and reforestation efforts across multiple regions.
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England
Indiana State Fair Opens 61st Exposition Sept 7
The Indiana State Fair plans to inspire farmers with $71 601 in prizes across departments from forestry to fire prevention. Purdue experts will assist, auto displays expand the show, and premiums total $71 401 with $30 000 in speed prizes and $12 439 for show horses. Meat and poultry care guidance accompany extensive livestock exhibits and free auto parking will welcome thousands of visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Purdue University
Nadello
Amedia
Best Oil For Roads In Kansas Showed Superior Residuum
A Kansas test found refinery residuum superior to crude oil for road making. One gallon of residuum equaled two to four gallons of crude. In sandy soil a road was prepared and treated with residuum, harrowed after each application, rolled, and reapplied as surface dusted. The road held three ton loads in wet weather without damage. Oils with less than 30 percent asphaltum were deemed unsuitable. Prairie Farmer.
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Kansas
Country Life In
America
Dee and
Harrower
House Floor Plan and Roosting Area Description
A 20 by 22 foot house with a central 12 by 20 foot section and 3% foot raised solid floor above sill. The department is dedicated to laying and roosting. Ground plan shows a partition along the building’s length of plastering.
Coal Oil for Lice in Hen Houses Highlighted
A. H. promotes coal oil as an economical weekly cleaning method for hen houses and monthly interior treatment from April to October. He claims it keeps lice away at a cost of only a few cents yearly and suggests reapers can also apply coal oil to roosts and crevices.
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A. H
Early hog-raising practices in Milam valley noted
Field and Farm recalls old time pig management where hogs thrived with access to ashes, salt, corn, and occasional by products. Carring was unused, pasture and clover provided, and ashes were fed for nearly a century to keep hogs healthy.
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Milam
Curing Pork Methods Mentioned In Indiana Farmer Text
A brief note discusses curing pork with separate barrels for bacon shoulders and sides due to differing curing times. It describes salting to cure then drying or smoking to remove moisture and notes salt as a key agent in the process.
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Indiana
Notice to Gravel Road Contractors in Putnam County
Putnam County Indiana Board of Commissioners will accept sealed bids August 12 1914 by 2 pm in Greencastle for 8235.5 feet of macadam road on the George W Landes road. Bids require bonds double bid amount with local surety and affidavits of no collusion. Right to reject all bids reserved.
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Board of Commissioners
Putnam
State of
Indiana
Greencastle
Greencastle Township
Putnam County
George W. Landes
W. W. Tucker Office Address Listed On Vine Street
A listing places W. W. Tucker at an office on Vine Street between Washington and Weinut Streets.
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Vine Street
Waslington
Weinut St
Lereencastt
Notice to Non-Residents in Foreclosure Case
State of Indiana Putnam County notice to Minnie L Miller and J Albert Miller non residents. Foreclosure suit No 8641 filed by Delilah Sutherlin with William M Sutherlin attorney. defendants must appear September 17 1914 in Greencastle Court to answer or demur. Arthur J Hamrick Clerk Pearl Newent Deputy. William M Sutherlin Plaintiffs Attorney. weekly July 24 1914.
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Ty, BS
Putnam Circuit Court
Delilah Fl. Sutherlin
Minnie L. Miller
William M. Sutherlin
Minnie L., Miller
J. Albert Miller
Indiana
A. D
Court House
Greencastle
Quick Cure for Diarrhoea Remedy Promoted
The advertisement touts Chamberlain's Coke Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as the prompt cure. One dose is claimed to be sufficient when diarrhoea begins, and the product should be kept on hand for instant use. Available from all dealers.
Notice of Administration for Samuel Rightsell Estate
The Clerk of the Circuit Court of Putnam County Indiana appoints Chaney R K Knight as Administrator of the estate of Samuel Rightsell deceased. The estate is believed to be solvent as of July 1st 1914. Allee James and Allee Attorneys. MUSD July 17.
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Circuit Court of
Putnam Courty
State of
Indiana
Samuel Rightsell
Putnam County
Chaney RK. Knight
Allee
James & Allee
Attys
MUSD
Whitewash the henhouse for lice control and disinfection
The text urges whitewashing henhouses to kill lice and serve as a disinfectant. It notes lice persist year round, though less active in cold weather, and that autumn treatment reduces spring trouble.
Hatching Pullets From Winter Layers
Do not remove eggs from the entire rock to hatch chicks. For best pullets that lay near winter, select your best layers from last winter and place them in a pen with a well developed vigorous yard. Pullets from such a pen will be more profitable next season than those hatched rapidly from a farm flock.
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Rap Dum
Poultry Care and Feeding Advice From a Historical Page
Feather pulling is another aberration often forced upon innocent fowls. Startling companions increases mischief. provide abundant scratching material to deter idleness. Clean quarters prevent droppings buildup. change bedding on floor and nests frequently. Move carefully among birds and view things from their standpoint. Sympathize with a hen to keep her content. Poultry raising remains profitable as other occupations wane.
How to turn cider into vinegar quickly
The method states adding a portion of cider to old vinegar accelerates acetic acid formation. Allowing air via a bunghole speeds vinegar production, while keeping the barrel closed slows it. Do not add new cider to the vinegar as it may ferment excessively.
Garlic seed destruction by timely mowing and cutting
When a pasture yields a large garlic crop, mow the field just before seed maturity or cut with a scythe. This method destroys the seeds in one season. The closer to maturity the seeds are, the more effective, but they must not fully mature before cutting.
Speedway Foot Relief Promises Quick Comfort
A vintage ad touts Speedway foot relief promising instant soothing effects and cooling relief. It claims to ease burning and throbbing, prevent staining or skin damage, and guarantees satisfaction or money back with full strength application for weary feet.
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Speedway
A. Cook Dr Company
Sway
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Bainbridge
Marion Township
Marion
DR. O. BR. Overstreet
Bence
South Vine Street
Greencastle, Ind
M. McGaughey
Evans
the State of
Putnam Coin
Creencastle
A.D
Arthur C. Hamrick
Pearl Newgent
Aller, James & Allee
Plffs
Chicago, Indianatolis
Louisville
Dimouri
CYS
Bouse Aevicin, CO
A. Barbetree
Feterita
Uthwe
Wyoming
Mills
The
Alleghanies
the Fair
L. Airhart
W. W. Tucker
Putnam Coun
Arthur J. Hamrick
Pearl Newent
Pitfs’ Atty
St Wkly
Sormo
Neus
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