Confident Buffum claims doubling farm crops through breeding
Prof. B C Buffum of Worland Wyoming argues seed breeding can double yields of corn and other crops. He cites alfalfa hybrids producing three feet high in 90 days, seeks quick growing, leaf rich, disease resistant strains, and notes wheat ancestors, hybridization advances, and the potential for arid mountain region gains.
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B. C. Buffom
Worland
Wyo
Buffum
Chicago
Thia
Lnst Weason
America
Burbank
Physicians of Omaha Disagree Over Cooper’s Preparations
In Omaha, physicians split on Cooper's remedies for chronic ailments. Dr J E B Carasa cites patient reports of improvement in liver, kidney, and stomach troubles, while another physician derides “Cooper-mania” as halineination. Cooper continues meeting thousands daily with a calm stance.
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Omaha
Neb
Cooper
J. EB. Carasa
Wibout
Doubtful remark from a teacher about a biblical flood
A teacher in a recent Sunday classroom recounted the flood tale saying it rained for forty days and nights. A little boy then asked whether the farmers were satisfied by the deluge, capturing a humorous moment in a local schoolroom.
Castoria Bottle Seals and Enduring Patent Phrase
The notice urges careful examination of each bottle of Castoria for the correct signature and the claim use for over 30 years. It contrasts this trusted remedy with following the crowd to do evil, invoking Sir Thomas Browne's call for integrity as a guiding pillar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pompey
Sir Thomas Browne
Allen's Foot-Bane advertisement in old ad copy
Old style prompt describes Allen's Foot-Bane as a shoe remedy for corns and bunions. Claims it cures hard skin and relieves pinching by easing foot discomfort. Promoted for breaking in new shoes and dancing, with a mailing offer from Allen in Le Roy New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Rample
Down Easy in 61-Story Fall Raises Judge's Remark
Golly, Mikel is asked if alive after a two story fall. He replies that the fall was not far in a 61 story building, prompting a judge to comment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mikel
Judge
Great Home Eye Remedy and Patent Medicines Ad
An OCR fragment promotes Pettit’s Eye Salve for eye diseases and lists druggists in Buffalo New York. It touts quick relief and claims easy sales in a humorous cautioned tone. Mentions cough cold remedy Allen a ve and a Lewis' Single Binder cigar with a tin veil package.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pettit
Howard Brow
Buffalo, N. Y
Lewis
Rocky Boy Lands Open for Settlement in Montana
Secretary Ballinger orders opening 1 400 000 acres in Eastern Montana to white settlers. The tract, once held for Rocky Boy Indians, includes prime Valley County land with wheat yields of 20 to 30 bushels per acre and oats of 40 to 70 bushels. It contains over 1 000 160-acre homesteads, more than Flathead Spokane and Coeur d’Alene openings combined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballinger
Montana
Rocky Boy
Flathead
Spokane
Coeur Walene
Valley County
Fragmentary antique dialogue on a hat and old romance
A fragmentary exchange recalls a hat kept as a memento from a past meeting. One speaker notes the hat looked dilapidated, while the other recalls wearing it eleven years ago when they met and expresses enduring affection despite the worn headpiece.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Catarrh Cure Claim and Notary Attestation
An 19th century advertisement touts Catarrh Cure as an internal remedy claimed to reach the blood and system. It includes a notarized oath and witness signatures date December, and promotes Cheney Co Toledo Ohio as the remedy supplier. The text also mentions a purport of promoting relief for constipation and lists a dealer or druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank
A.W. Cleabon
Notas
Cheney & CO
Toledo
Dr. Pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
Head of Family Chooses Commission Government
In a quirky exchange, Mr Enpeck jokes that his household runs on a commission form after admitting his wife used to lead the family. The snippet blends advertisements and humorous lines about remedies and stubborn habits, reflecting a bygone newspaper style with health product pitches and social quips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Enpeck
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Lewia
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Borned Doe
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