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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1914
Page
3
A prairie farmer writer explains a DIY roller built from four old mowing machine wheels. Holes drilled around the rim, 2x4 oak supports mounted, a central sickle bar forms the axle, and a wagon tire becomes the seat mounting. The home made roller improves turning compared to a log roller.
The mulberry, studied by Hume and Kellaner of North Carolina, is praised for easy cultivation and versatile uses. It yields very good fresh fruit, stores for months, and can be baked into pies and jellies. The trees provide rapid growth, shade for stables and yards, and attract birds away from other crops, aiding hogs and poultry feeding.
The article compares dwarf and standard fruit trees, noting standards are generally more reliable and profitable for large commercial plantations while dwarfs suit family orchards, though require more care. It emphasizes standards as the preferred type in this country’s fruit growing industry.
A new seedless grape named Sultanina Rosa draws interest in California. Described as large red and seedless, it resembles Tokay and offers firm texture and rich flavor. Experts say it could become highly valuable for shipping and eating, possibly exceeding current California grapes in market potential.
Practical guidance urges daily simple routines to sustain skin and hair health. It stresses regular cleansing with soap, cold-water toning, proper ventilation, modest meals, hydration, and calm habits. It warns against neglecting rest, posture, and comfortable attire to maintain youthful appearance.
The article promotes dry shampooing to invigorate the scalp and roots, reduce dandruff and oil, and stimulate hair growth. It gives a home recipe mixing four ounces of armis root with four ounces of box for a powder to apply lightly on the head to refresh the scalp and leave hair lustrous and clean.
Practical pincushion for travel measures two and a half inches across and one inch thick. Cut canton flannel strips one inch wide and wrap into a tight cylinder to size. Cover top and bottom with silk or brocade and tuft with matching silk. Rim with color-matched ribbon printed with a design. Insert large pins on the sides and smaller pins on the top.
The article advises daily scalp saturation with castor oil to remove dandruff and gentle brushing to avoid irritation. It recommends washing the head every four to five weeks and using the best white soap, with lemon juice in the rinse to brighten the hair. Street skirts are described as mostly plain with subtle band details.
In Latonia, Miss Elfrida Worth, longtime postmistress, faces dismissal as rail and industry growth endanger her job. The library trustees appoint her as librarian, reviving support for her public service despite family and financial strain. A stranger exposes a past hoax about a lover's death, prompting community sympathy and a renewed call to honor her steadfast service.
The article details Mohair production from Angora goats, listing uses from plushes to imitation furs and laces. It notes high quality mohair furnishings and the value of Angora skins, Cape skins, and domestic kids, with remarks on meat flavor and goat milk comparisons. It cites a New Mexico breeder praising goat meat and expectations of rising urban demand.
A four year old girl listens anxiously as relatives discuss a baby who speaks slowly. The aunt deplores the child’s delayed speech and the family jokes about whether he will grow up speaking English or French and whether they would understand him.
A historical guide describes constructing a hog loading chute from two inch hardwood planks ten inches wide and fourteen feet long with movable cross pieces between posts. The sides use narrow strips and wire fencing serves as one side where available. The chute height adjusts for loading into a wagon sleigh or flat boat by raising or lowering the top and removing a slat to drive the hog into the chute.
The author argues farming demands judgment and careful attention to earn a fair return. Dairy herds, under favorable conditions and wise management, pay best, yet are often run in a slipshod manner, risking large lettered failure without proper oversight.
The text argues that without exercise young horses cannot develop muscles. It stresses a good sized field for the colts to run in to build endurance and muscle.
New and effective designs for evening gowns can use chiffon lace or satin and inexpensive materials. A proper cut with a non tight waist flatters most figures, and ready made patterns allow affordable options in black white or colors. Choose a simple skirt with a trimmed waist to save money and suit artificial light.
A correspondent advocates using chamois to protect dresses from flowers. The writer recalls aging white kid gloves cut to fit with white silk overcasting. Suede is noted as especially satisfactory for this purpose.
Quick kitchen note suggests adding a tiny baking powder the size of a pear to one pie crust to improve lightness. The tip mentions dairy elements and finishing by dusting lightly before baking.
Trustees announce weekly hours to transact office business. J W Knauer will be at his Madison Township residence Mondays and Fridays. Ernest Kivett at Mill Creek Township home Wednesdays and Saturdays. Benjamin Walls in Jackson Township office Fridays. Oliver Stringer at his Monroe Township residence Tuesdays and Saturdays. D W Etcheson at Bainbridge Wednesdays. Fred Todd at Floyd Township residence Wednesdays.
Otto Rector trustee states he will be at his residence in Marion township each Friday and at his Fillmore office each Tuesday to conduct official business.
Mrs. M. J. Gallagher of Geneva New York states she suffered chronic indigestion and constipation for over a year before using Chamberlain's Tablets. After four months and two bottles she can eat heartily with no ill effects. Sold by all dealers.
Greencastle resident Mrs. W. H. Johns testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills relieved sharp pains and languor after years of kidney discomfort. The ad promotes the product as kidney specific with a nationwide poster service by Poster Milburn Co. Buffalo New York. Price is listed as 50 cents.
A note announces a revised edition of Dr. Humphreys Manual of all diseases in honor of sixty years of publication. The volume details care and treatment using Humphrey Remedies.
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