Putnam County Democratic sheriff and representative candidates listed
A dense notice prints Democratic candidates for Putnam county offices in the 1920 primary. W E Gill seeks the representative nomination. several men Allen Eggers Fred Lancaster Edward H Eitle jorge Vermandes GC Hurst Will Glidewell E S Lige Wallace Harkins L Jackson vie for sheriff. all projects subject to the May 4 primary. The notice urges Democratic voters to vote and notes countywide interest.
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W. E. Gill
Cloverdale
Putnam County
Allen Eggers
Jackson Township
Edward H. Eitlejorge
Will Glidewell
Warren Township
Jess
M. Hamvick
E. S. (Lige) Wallace
Greencastle
Reese R. Buis Announces Second District Candidacy
Reese R. Buis of Marion Township announces his candidacy for county commissioner in the Second District. He seeks election to represent local residents and advance district interests.
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Reese R. Buis
Marion Township
Candidacies Announced for County Commissioner Posts
David J. Skelton of Washington township seeks the Third district commissioner seat and O A Day of Marion township declares his run for the Second district commissioner post, both subject to the Democratic primary on May 4 1920.
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David J. Skelton
Washington Township
O. A. Day
Marion Township
Putnam County
Ancient Alexander Statue Found at Cyrene Exhibition
Archaeologists uncover a colossal marble statue of Alexander the Great at Cyrene in Libya. The nude figure, taller than life, lacks part of the right forearm and mirrors Lysippus bronze works known from coin copies. The piece dates to the third or fourth century BCE and shows Alexander with arm outstretched and a spear in the other hand. A separate item notes a patent for a multi-function mirror comb and ID card holder.
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Libya
Africa
Cyrene
Cyrenaica
Alexander the Great
Alexander
Lysippus
Christ
Identification of Good Layers in Flocks
The article explains a method to pick top laying hens by observing yellow leg and beak fading in yellow legged breeds after heavy laying. Early maturing pullets are often the best layers, while slow or late maturers should be culled. It also notes pale legs can arise from poor conditions and not solely from laying status.
Feeding hens for profit from proper ration levels
The article warns that two thirds of a full ration keeps a hen alive but only a full ration maintains egg production. It urges not to economize on feed, and explains that free-ranging birds still need adequate nutrients. It recommends balanced mash using barley, corn, meat scrap, milk, and selective grains, avoiding filler feeds and excessive crude fiber.
Principles of Building a Pigeon House
The essentials are fresh air dryness and good drainage sunlight and space for comfort. A southern or southeastern exposure is best for the loft.
Paper Money Replaces Gold On Pacific Coast Shift
The article notes a move toward paper money on the Pacific Coast as Federal reserve banks expand. California historically used gold coins and notes payable in gold, with west coast residents proud of a hard money system. The new system aligns the coast with national practice, likely shocking longtime Californians.
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Federal Reserve Banks
Pacific Coast
United States
California
West
Golden West
Electric towel is latest in Washington building
The new municipal building in Washington DC uses electro towels, an electric hand dryer by J M Ward. A foot lever starts a blower that sends hot air into a front open box, drying hands in about thirty seconds with no contact to the device.
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Washington, D. C
J. M. Ward
Werd
Ancient Egyptian coin found in Kansas brought to Scottsville
Rev G L Rarick of Scottsville Kansas hosts an ancient brass Egyptian coin about half dollar size. Obverse shows Osiris Pharaoh 250 BC and reverse a Sphinx with pyramids Sun rises. Found five years ago near Lucas by Clarence Warmer and deemed genuine by Dr Don Nichols Philadelphia.
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Rev
G. L. Rarick
Scottsville
Kan
Osirus
Egypt
B. C
Clarence Warmer
Lucas
Rarick
Don Nichols
Philadelphia
Mortgage Exemption Notice Across Ellis County
County recorder records show exemptions on mortgage claims in Ellis County. The notice lists properties affected and involved parties seeking tax relief and lien adjustments.
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O, T, Ellis
Sunshine a Germicide for Dairy and Stable Utensils
A study highlights how sunlight rapidly kills tuberculosis bacilli in exposed materials and suggests practical steps for farm households. It shows sun exposure destroys germs on glass wood and fabric faster than darkness, advising bright interiors and sunning utensils and textiles for sanitary protection.
Remedy for San Jose scale spraying guide from 19th century notice
The text details lime sulfur spray for San Jose scale, mixing twenty two pounds lime with seventeen pounds sulfur in fifty gallons of water, boiling in an iron vessel, and applying while warm. It explains equipment needs a high pressure pump, extension rod, extra hose, elevated wagon platform, multiple hose lines, and eye protection with motor goggles.
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San Jose
Dangerous Hog Feeds From Kitchen Slops
Kitchen slops and restaurant or hotel slops may contain wash powders soap and impure lye and significant indigestible waste. They can hold uncooked meats cholera virus and toxic residues. Uncooked meat may harbor trichina or tapeworm cysts and slops may include dead mice or rats carrying parasites.
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Charles J. Arnold
Proprietor
Jackson Street
Ind
Fred Lancaster
Madison Township
Sherif—Harkins L. Jackson
Kemp
East
Washington ST
Donner Block
Edmonds
Washington
Kansas
Chichester
H. B. Troyer
Putnam Electric Company
Donner
Residence
White
HURST
Parlor Broom
New York
Santa Clara
Young Hyson
Hurst & C9
J. W
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