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Newspaper
Kingman Star
Location
Kingman, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1910
Page
3
The article advises new dairymen to start with grade cows to learn the trade and reduce initial costs, then gradually add one or more high quality pure breds with pedigrees. It emphasizes building a foundation herd and selecting well bred grades for dairy production before expanding with pure bred stock.
Dairy expert Hugh G. Van Pelt outlines key traits for successful dairy cows. Emphasizes blood circulation to the udder, large feeding capacity, strong digestive apparatus, a cooperative nervous temperament, and a well formed udder. He warns against scrub sires and urges selection of proven prepotent bulls to improve herds and profitability.
United States district judge Arba S. Van Valkenburgh, named to the western district of Missouri, is noted as one of the federal bench's youngest jurists. A former United States district attorney since 1905, he has a record of aggressive enforcement, including actions against packing companies for interstate meat export compliance. Born 1862 in Syracuse, his career spans Michigan, Illinois, and Kansas City, with education at the University of Michigan and partnership in local law firms.
Representative Miles Poindexter of Washington, backed by Theodore Roosevelt, seeks the U S Senate seat held by Samuel H Piles. Poindexter, 52, born Memphis, has insurgent ties, a brief congressional term, and a career in Spokane and Wallula courts. Roosevelt plans to aid his campaign as Ballinger and Pinchot feud edges influence.
David J Rank en Jr a leading St Louis real estate and stock figure transfers his entire fortune just over three million to the David J Rank en Jr School of Mechanical Trades which he founded with only three thousand a year reserved for his use The endowment expands the school established a year ago to teach trades to boys over fifteen for a nominal thirty dollar annual fee The school operates from three rooms above a grocery and emphasizes practical work with geometry taught through shop tasks rather than abstract theory rank en visits daily and plans to keep boys focused on tangible skills
The American Bar Association will thoroughly probe charges of unprofessional conduct against Joseph H. Choate former U S ambassador to Great Britain at its Chattanooga Tennessee convention next month Friends of Choate say a verdict will exonerate him Accuser James R Watta of Staten Island claims Choate caused him to lose hundreds of thousands of dollars as his attorney Choate 78 is renowned as a lawyer orator and after dinner speaker with a legal career dating to 1885
A compact quotation reflects resolve to work and wait, stating our courage remains steady and action follows patience.
A reflective piece urges rising early to start the day with uninterrupted quiet time. It cites examples from literature and daily tasks, advising preparation in advance of meals, sewing, baking, and housework to ease daytime pressures and maintain neatness and order.
Tips for cleaning and preserving a home given in this advice column include scalding fish before use and boiling turpentine with clothes to whiten fabrics. Whitewash with lime and water helps keep cellar air fresh, while glue is discouraged. Charcoal absorbs odors in the milk room and should be renewed, and clear boiled water removes tea stains.
A historical note lists practical salt uses. Salt water gargles aid sore throats while nasal rinses relieve colds and headaches. Rubbing salt into hair roots thrice weekly claims to stimulate hair growth. Sprinkling salt over a chimney fire on windy days is advised. Salt dusting on carpets is said to brighten and reduce dust when swept.
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