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Newspaper
Indiana Democrat
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1915
Page
7
The lecturer jokes about forest waste and calls for action, a nervous attendee stands to explain his conservation. He quips that he has saved forests by using the same toothpick twice.
Public notice style fragment promotes Cuticura emollients for skin hair and hands, claiming cleansing and beautifying effects. Includes sample offer by mail from Boston and a social quip about a contented opera singer and a joke about remedies for a cold.
A vintage ad touts Gray's Sweet Powders for children claiming relief from teething disorders upset stomach and worms with quick action. It notes pleasant taste and approval by mothers, mentions druggists and sample offers, and includes a wartime line about fireworks discharge in Great Britain and a Chicago illustrated book offer.
A Harrisburg letter reports the State Commission of Agriculture approved five appointments as part of agricultural reorganization. The piece highlights a wartime pest concern, noting rats cost Pennsylvania farmers over 6 million dollars annually with losses spanning farms fruit growers and grain stores. State Zoologist H A Surface urges education and control methods including snakes owls hawks and rats to reduce damage.
The piece argues that Republican claims of a high tariff victory are hollow given the broader results in Massachusetts. It notes McVall’s 236,918 votes versus 198,600 in 1914, Governor Walsh’s rising totals, and a large overall turnout. It cites cross-currents with Democrats winning in several manufacturing cities and doubts a simple tariff victory narrative.
The state commission of agriculture, joined by Governor and Secretary Patton, approves reappointments for key posts: James Foust dairy and food commissioner. H Surface economic zoologist. J. Marshall state veterinarian. T Bunce deputy veterinarian. J. W. Kelloggz chief chemist. Plans include education changes and soil conservation. Deputy Secretary position remains filled by A. L. Martin. A broader campaign against rodents is also proposed to cut losses exceeding five million dollars yearly.
Ex President ratt tells Hamilton Club in Chicago that Republicans will return to power next year. He criticizes the Wilson administration for crediting prosperity and credits the new banking and currency law with mobilizing the nation's financial resources to meet a great crisis.
The article discusses looming US armed intervention in Mexico within a short time. It argues soldiers may not return quickly after crossing the Rio Grande, and questions establishing a native government in Mexico. It warns of a long burden managing a large, culturally different country and supports actions Wilson may take to avoid the burden.
The Houston Post argues the president should favor bond sales to raise funds for national defense. It criticizes tariff bills and direct taxes until business improves, suggesting a bond issue is better for providing temporary money to strengthen the nation’s safety and finances.
A homemaker can dye silk cotton and wool at home using a single dye. Clean garments to remove grease, wash cotton in hot soap suds, and cool before dyeing cotton blends. Wool should simmer gently, linen boils longer for full shade, and silk requires caution to avoid shrinking and discoloration. Match colors carefully, avoid overdyeing, dry in shade, and prevent sun streaks on finished pieces.
Wash and slice three medium white potatoes two large onions two tomatoes canned ones. In an agate kettle combine two tablespoons rice one quart one pint cold water simmer one hour. Season with salt pepper two tablespoons minced parsley and a cupful gravy or two tablespoons beef extract. Stir add one tablespoon peanut butter and stew five minutes. Serve hot with buttered toast croutons.
Washington Dispatch notes Western Democratic leaders likely press the president to seek more popular revenue methods than continuing the new stamp taxes. It states taxes fall into three general groups and hints at the political pressure to favor broader appeal measures.
Prepare olives by soaking in cold water for 30 minutes. Fry a small onion in salad oil until brown, then stir in two tablespoons flour until smooth. Add a pint of rich stock and simmer gently off heat. Stone olives and add to sauce with salt and pepper, simmer 20 minutes. Skim and finish with lemon juice. If thinner, use less flour.
The article advises against air lime as ineffective for tree borers. It prescribes killing borers in apple, pear, and quince trees by injecting carbon bisulfid into each worm hole with a spring-bottom oil can, then sealing the hole with clay or grafting wax.
Massachusetts workers delivered the strongest Democratic showing amid tariff dispute. Republicans overconfident after the vote may misread the industrial center’s support as tipping the balance in favor of their stance.
An interview fragment shows a respondent dismissing effects of women voting rights. He states his wife is naturally qualified for the vote and upon results coming in, she remarked in a jocular, veteran political tone about married life.
Canning at home, where fruits and vegetables are grown, is a practical farm industry that families can start small and expand. It invites every member to contribute to crop production or canning, with boys and girls gaining money and learning thrift and industry.
In a terse exchange from the Zoston Transcript, a speaker accuses another of owing him everything, while noting Jenkins has saved more than he owes. The fragment hints at a personal confession or grievance amid a larger, unnamed dispute.
The instructions describe filling a tub with strong salt water to bear an egg, placing finger-length gherkins in, and letting them stand nine days. Afterward the pickles are removed, hulden by brief cold-water soaks, then spread on a cloth to dry and remove moisture.
The article warns of kidney disease linking to heart and brain failure and promotes sending 10 cents for a trial package of Anuric from Dr. Pierce at the Invalids' Hotel in Buffalo New York. It offers free chemical analysis of a water sample and urges readers with backache frequent or scanty urination rheumatic pains or fatigue to write confirming symptoms for guidance.
An advertisement proclaims Dr. Pierce's Anuric Tablets dissolve uric acid and ease worry related kidney discomfort. It claims Anuric is 37 times more active than a rival, warns of imitation, and notes signatures on packaging. Also promotes Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as strengthening for women and asserts no alcohol in formulations.
A humorous Indiana piece recalls two town characters an official mean man and an official optimist. After the mean man’s death, at his funeral a dispute about his life ensues and the optimist notes he had a mighty good appetite. The anecdote ends with a quip about his behavior. A separate note mocks a university dispute over free speech and a cross eyed lady at a dinner.
Readers are urged to rub True Mustarine on the chest or throat for swift relief from pleurisy bronchitis and sore throat. The Begg Medicine Co. Rochester N Y markets a yellow box at about 25 cents and claims faster, more effective relief than any liniment. The ad notes overnight comfort and references a Birmingham Age Herald cartoon caption about a family skeleton in a side show.
Important to Mothers urges careful examination of every bottle of CASTORIA a safe remedy for infants and children to ensure the signature of CuBa In Use For Over 30 Years Children cry for Fletcher's Castoria with familiar advertising tone and claims of trusted experience.
A customer quarrels with a market man over eggs said to be unfit for eating. The judge notes a miscommunication about intended use, suggesting the seller misunderstood the customer’s request for eggs to lend to neighbors.
Advertisement notes that Itatonic and laxative effects improve quinine usage, claiming Laza rye Bremo Quinine works better for any quinine purpose. It asserts no nervousness or head ringing and directs readers to look for EB. W. Groves Bee signature.
In a campus quip from the Gargoyle, speakers mock the term normal school and question its use, implying curiosity about what constitutes the product of such an institution and challenging conventional labels on teacher training.
A fragmented quote credits Diggs with steady leadership while acknowledging his tough performance. The speaker notes Diggs’ composure and resilience, praising his solid bone and steady presence on the field.
A compact note on aging illusion through eye care. It counsels keeping eyes youthful to appear younger, with a marketing tone aimed at readers seeking simple beauty tips. References to marine or eye care brands are implied but not explicit.
A local report notes a seasoned person with sharp manners and cites a quote about a manicure girl as hard to get along with. The text mentions Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets advertised as liver and bowel regulators. It also references women in a neighborhood reacting to fires with a tea dangapt style imitation while hinting at gossip and social tension.
A Louisville Cori Journal item notes a powerful owner attempting to mine his own coal, suggesting hard work may prompt wage increases and justify higher prices. The quotation frames labor and cost as the likely outcome of the owner’s effort.
A fragment from a discussion dismisses the fight as lacking witnesses while noting it was all scraps. The speaker jokes about self-praise and character, remarking that a stubborn man may be weak minded.
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