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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1894
Page
2
A reflective piece cautions women to remain essentially feminine, arguing modern independence weakens marriage prospects. It contrasts jolly, unambitious men with bright, self reliant women and advises choosing a husband by observing home life and gentleness. It also discusses hair care basics and precautions against damaging routines.
The piece argues that proper treatment of women shapes character and notes that many mothers spoil good husbands by excessive self-sacrifice and pampering of sons, warning against overindulgence.
Emma M Hooper describes practical hat trimming in the Ladies' Home Journal. Browns and greens form Alsatian bows and loops, with pink rosebuds and cream ribbons. black hats feature green velvet loops and magenta bows. white Leghorn hats showcase yellow velvet bows and chrysanthemums with shaded violets.
Amelia E Barr argues in Ladies Journal that women's power lies in listening, timing, laughter, and silence. Her piece describes how tact strengthens a wife's influence, keeping a husband content and a marriage secure through subtle wisdoms and precautions.
An English paper reports a woman inventing a dimple producing machine. The piece critiques aesthetics, gender roles, and social purity, citing Edward W. Bok on sin and moral standards. It urges stricter obligations for men and laws to elevate public virtue.
Nat Godwin draws contrast with American millionaires by renting a large Surrey estate for three months starting June 1, featuring 20 acres of woodland 26 horses and a twelve-servant staff. He extols the luxury to be opened for immediate possession noting gardeners under-gardeners and costly outfi. The New York Sun cited his boastful tour of the establishment and claimed the price is ridiculously low compared with Vanderbilts and Astors.
The federal government plans to train nearly 100 army officers to teach up to 10,000 college students nationwide in battlefield tactics. Colleges receive about 1600 dollars worth of munitions for instruction and must post bonds for their safe return. Some weapons are antiquated yet functional, and many colleges already have members with military knowledge.
The Orange Judd Farmer outlines a DIY fruit evaporator for preserving raspberries and other fruits. It describes a building 8 by 22 feet, heat options, evaporation throughput of 100 bushels per day, and details on chutes, drop doors, and a potato planter dropper. It also stresses thinning for better yields and shares farm wisdom from W. L. Anderson.
A simple potato planter uses a wheeled frame and a lightweight shoe cut to fit, with a one foot long box for direct from the sieves evapo rated fruit. The design relies on inexpensive machine wheels and a light frame to deliver seed potatoes into bags or boxes.
A device riveted to a planting shoe forms a frame with four braces and bolts on opposite sides, allowing the shoe to swing. A removable chain pulls the shoe and controls planting depth as it passes to the ground.
The journal describes an illustrated arrane tenbk arrangement in the West. It notes hooks that can be laced on any barrel and that the operator must back up his wheels and catch on. This device is described as a great convenience for hauling heavy barrels.
Advice urges giving a son farm involvement through varied paths from fruit crops to poultry, suggests agricultural college if interest grows, and stresses practical experience before formal education. Also includes notes on animal husbandry and orchard selection for suitability and market demand.
A 1890s argument advocates a land value tax to favor farmers, arguing justice requires lowering their overall burden while exposing how land values track government expense. It critiques personal-property assessments as prone to perjury and endorses home rule in taxation to balance local needs with state finances.
A report discusses real estate taxes as a major revenue, noting that data shows the burden falls on homeowners rather than the rich. The speaker suggests potential to raise revenue, criticizes assessment gaps between property types, and references local officials and discussions about single tax reforms.
A collection of letters argues about tax policies and land value taxation. The writers discuss how grants and city surplus money affect state and national expenses, and contend wealth flows from rural areas to cities like New York seeking investment and lighter taxation.
A national tribune note condemns Coxey and other reformers for tax avoidance while acknowledging their similar dealings with expensive stallions. The piece complains reformers should set a better example and be fair. It contrasts submission to injustice with business interests resisting reform.
Vancouver readers learn at a public meeting that Premier Davies plans a revised taxation system. A key feature will be removing the mortgage tax, as discussed in early 20th century coverage. The Queensland Leader and Baltimore Sun weigh in with opinions on taxation and pensions.
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