Local village stars and a famed pitcher return home
A celebrated professional pitcher from a nearby college town arouses town pride and envy as he summers in his native village. Old neighbors discuss his wealth and leisure while younger residents emulate his career path and the town follows his decision to move to a larger town for a pro career.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark
W Nite College
Mousa
Tixon
Bill Pane
Hla
Icc
Livtey
Mothony
Alona
Dressy Indian Women and Their Elaborate Costumes
A vivid portrait of Native American dress across tribes, detailing how Navajo, Pueblo, Zuni, Mojave, and Apache women adapt hats, belts, beadwork, leather, and textiles. It notes the artistry, social meanings, and luxury items such as elk-tooth pendants valued at up to 35,000 dollars, plus family roles in maintenance of regal appearances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worth
Redfern
Dine
Minerva
Dts
Arizona
Taetlan
Delsarte
Newport
The Wrong Way and a Hunter Panther Tale
A Washington clerk named James B. Brown recites a fable about a hunter and a panther. Each pursues what he seeks, the hunter a fur overcoat and the panther a dinner, leading to ironic game outcomes. The tale is framed as a quip about misfortune and fate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James B. Brown
Washington
Mr. Brown
Treasury Department
Uet BP
Fie
Tilston
Silk O Loughlin and other ball tale in big leagues tale
A humorous compiled reminiscence highlights Silk O’Loughlin and fellow baseball figures like Selbach, Soxalexis, and Dad Clarke. Anecdotes cover poker games on trains, romantic misadventures, and disputes with umpires, painting a vivid portrait of life in early major league circles.
One of Boyrood's Woes In a Death Duel At The Mudlarks Field
A chaotic baseball tale from a Mudlarks vs Terrors game ends in tragedy as Jimmy Jones, star pitcher for the Mudlarks, falters under pressure. A shouted taunt and a muffed play lead to his breakdown and departure from the field. The incident blends sport with a darker, fatalist undertone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silk O'Loughlin
Roohootee
Johnny Very
Slik
Senate
Johnny
Sik
Nick Altrock
Nook
Eleaeepeleny Nobel Rd Dinitior
Aner Lense
Liter
Nick
Alronk
Cnienne
New Yorks
New York Bunch
Fiddey Jones
Chicago
Mielder
Jones
Ana
Jimmy Jones
Mudlarks
Terrors
Svarling
Roman
Jimmy
Ehrill
Getting Alfalfa Started In The Belt To Grow Grain
The alfalfa belt is expanding with many fine fields as growers recognize its value for grain crops. Experts advise slow starts if not previously grown, mixing alfalfa seed with clover and timothy, and using lower lands with alsike for best hay. Early sowing is crucial. wait until spring if unsure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lloyd
Prinen
Shige
Mitelesipnl
Piel Valley
Rbouzelet
Wisconsin
Bere
System Of Renting Wrong In Pine Cases
The article argues tenants and landowners clash over crop profits, with landlords seeking the largest cash rent or crop share and tenants pushing back to cover costs. It warns many farms are rented at losses, reducing land fertility and risking long term ruin of soil and business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iid
Farmers discuss feed prices and storage in Nebraska report
The article notes price changes for pork feed and corn, highlighting costs from 4.18 per hundred to other figures. It mentions alfalfa pasture, soybeans, and seed storage as factors in cattle and hog feeding. Readers are advised on drainage and cellar maintenance for stored seeds and crops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fahm
Nebraska
Horse Sense and Humane Care for Working Horses
A rural arts column urges humane horse care including feeding adjustments, shoeing practices, and restraint from rough handling. It warns against hot shoeing, highlights signs of pain, and recommends hips, collars, and harness be fitted properly for safe, longer service.
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Royal
College Town
Searlington
New York
Wiys
Brooklyn
Bheawnee
Lila Porket
Worrik
Nalgele
Doqu
Jim
Denmwhvania
Willelh
Boontor MeNichol
Terael
Nichol
Ile
Wity Hall
MoMiohalla
Shaw
Ulipar
Eteryn Fontaine
Sel
St. Louis
Jim McGuire
Weil
Seymour
Glanta
Polo Geounds
Montog Prebtice
Mouragw
Muorriaee
Cy Seymour
Bill Coughlin
Detroit
Mr. Coughlin
Bill
Charley Jones
Charley
Soxalexis
Nila Hell
Horuhner
Sexalexis
Whiich
Hetherstead
Mike Dontin
Mike Chody
Worthington
Ton Loftus
Wiley
Ward
Tapia
Mike Powers
Phillies
Mike
Perhope
Fen Adden
Wall
Doulor
Seybold
Athlettes
Louis Powers
Socks
Dad Clarke
Dad
Curt Welch
Tid
Clarke
John" Kelly
Sullivan
Corbett
Theone
Bob Pussimmoans
Jack Dempsey
Chirke
Chuck Conners
Molly
Kelly
Boyrood
Aif
Keadhyea Phyalelang
Eri
Equinas
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