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Newspaper
Hamilton Evening Journal
Location
Hamilton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1911
Page
2
An expert notes a locust outbreak expected in eastern Kansas during May and June. He warns the insects will deposit eggs in young orchards, split branches, and cause damage before dying off in about six weeks. The 1911 cicada brood is said to be limited, while a later brood may cover much of the state.
An old bicycle repurposed with a converted wheel and wire frame from the seat post to the handlebar creates an innovative gear mechanism. The writer notes gradual gutting of bicycles and praises the novel engineering idea.
Brooklyn keeps a systematic forestry program with 36 000 tree cards detailing location age and health. Each tree is inspected annually by tree inspectors to maintain city shade and urban canopy. The piece notes high value placed on shade trees and cites money well spent on their care.
A fragmented report reflects on America's top crops, noting corn’s lead and upcoming staples like wheat and poultry. It cites productivity claims, advises against DIY silos, and warns most fail unless sound lumber and durability are considered, highlighting economic risks in farming practices.
A fragment discusses planting hay after blossoms fall and promoting horseradish early. It notes horseradish demand and suggests growing it. It mentions clover as nitrogen gatherers and prefers late corn as a cover crop before sprouting grains.
News reaches of Nicholas Siebert of Pillsbury dying suddenly while traveling home with his son. The event occurred near the city as he suffered a heart issue, a physician was summoned but he died. His daughter Mrs. W J Radcliff and the family mourn his loss. he was known in Hamilton circles and planned visits there.
A party of about twenty from Linlenwald Christian Church walked to the home of Miss Cietis Keleh in Sevenville after being unable to secure a hay ride. They spent a pleasant evening despite needing to walk west of the way to reach the Sevenmile Pike, returning around late hour.
The May grand jury filed its report with Judge Clarence Murphy after three o'clock Friday. In three days the jury examined about 13 complaints and visited the institution and jail. Jurors found the institutions in perfect condition.
The work on the streets progresses rapidly as Homilee spearheads the avenue and movement toward the opening in ten days. Officials note the project aims to improve access and safety for residents and visitors alike.
Whitcomb residents and families share visits and gatherings through the week. Several entries note cordial calls with Mrs. Eler Flint and Mrs. Lizzie Brady, relatives visiting Brookville, and a Thursday operation with Dr. Cineiti. Neighbors Esther Wing Nora Amy Petree and others appear in varying Sunday and Saturday visits centered on family and hospitality.
Special To The Journal reports a busy Pisgah social week with visits in Crescentville Mason and West Chester church events. Local residents entertain guests, a wedding moved into a new home, a quilting party at the Presbyterian church, and Cincinnati trips noted. An accident near Readings involved Mr and Mrs Moore with a minor collision but no serious injuries.
In Sweet Milk Valley the column notes Mr and Mrs Lewis Scheering of Gem City visiting last week and mentions Frank Sealant family relations. Readability is limited but confirms local social notes and visitors.
The item lists several residents and visitors from Indian Creek Millville and the Queen City spending Sundays and weekdays in nearby areas. Names include Amanda, Lara Voule, Theo Dittman, Jaht Myers, Leola, Mig Frink, Estella, Arthur Myers, John Zieptel, Phil Wile, Frank Beal, Dan Lauderman, Wim Weber, Alma Trus, and others. It also touches on poultry farming tips including feeding, use of charcoal, and managing herds with advice on breeding, grazing, and market awareness.
A Journal of Agriculture for Ireland reports experiments with nineteen eight to ten week old Aylesbury ducklings to test charcoal as a health preserving fattening aid. Six per pen, all fed a standard mash of potatoes barley meal oats skim milk and fattening additions with charcoal as the variable. Tables show results suggesting effects of the charcoal on growth and health.
Letters from Mrs. Eva Gaskins of Topeka and Mr. P H Gavelias of Wagoner praise Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin for stomach and liver relief. The ad claims quick cures for constipation indigestion and biliousness and offers a free sample by mail from Dr W B Caldwell at Monticello Illinois with doctor support and wholesale pricing.
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