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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1881
Page
7
A period article offers practical advice on household purifications using charcoal powder after scouring with sand and water. It notes oatmeal for a drivene horse, proper stable warmth, and blanket use, followed by recipes for Hickory Nut Macaroons Chicken Hash Apple Fritters and Turkey Stuffing with chestnuts and notes on oat and hay quality for horses and feeding practices.
Iowa farmers report sweet corn fodder improves dairy yields within days and fattening in hogs. The note warns against milk-holding by cows and discusses bandages in cheese curing, along with oleomargarine competition in southern markets and calls for enforcement to curb fraud.
Country Gentleman describes a compact window garden plan for a small living room. A row of pots on the ledge, plus stacked shelves and wire brackets, create multiple levels of sunlit space while keeping pots out of children's reach. Mosquito netting protects plants from dust and fingers, and a twine rail stabilizes lower pots.
Cows should have water as often as they desire, especially after dry fodder meals. Dry hay requires more than once daily. Water is more essential than food. cows on grass drink often, while those on dry hay need frequent access. Water intake should never be restricted in winter to preserve herd well being.
A historical discussion notes farmers increasingly adopt labor-saving devices and urges farmers to become inventors themselves. It highlights the sulky plow, twine binders, threshing machines, grain drills, and the move from scythes to modern cutters as farming technology expands. The piece stresses broad culture and forward thinking to maximize farm mechanization.
A Cleveland Penny-Pree excerpt reports on endorsements for St Jacobs Oil and Dr Pierce remedies amid a chatter of local authorities and a dentist-like tale. It references Mr H G Keffer treasurer of the Claxland Herald and cites patient experiences with rheumatism and ankle sprains. The item also notes other health ads and a Chicago business college recommendation.
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