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Newspaper
Kingman Star
Location
Kingman, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1912
Page
7
Four year old Dorothy asks what she will be when grown and what parts of her go to heaven or stay in the grave. The mother explains stages of life ending with soul in heaven and body buried under flowers. Dorothy asks again at bedtime about which parts go where.
Thos iM Brown of Springfield Missouri seeks to place a Farmers Canning Factory within 8 to 10 miles of towns with 1500+ residents in the region. The plant offers 15 sizes for farms and communities with prices from 85 dollars for the smallest and daily earnings from 25 to 75 dollars. Farmers may pay via installments or 15 percent of the pack until paid.
A brief exchange shows tension between Hew and Jewett as they debate praising the dead. The line hints at themes of respect, memory, and personal bias in a posthumous context.
An advertising note urges the simple life and presents Carfield tea as pure and proven medicine available at all druggists. The message emphasizes natural relief and broad accessibility for readers seeking remedies now.
Winkleby gazes at the newborn triplets with pride and worry as he confers with his wife Mrs Winkleby. He wonders aloud if it would be wiser to build their family on an installment plan, a remark noted by Harper's Weekly.
A distressed exchange unfolds as an abject young man apologizes for a stolen kiss. The woman rebukes him, insisting the act is worse than anything the children did, while the judge contemplates offense and propriety in a shaded corner.
A fragment praises Dobsley as having a brilliant stage career. It notes his unique style and quick wit, describing his ear tricks and Cow to perfection as striking examples of performance flair.
A humorous exchange by Rather Baugh questions why a true white boxing hero is elusive. The reply asserts the need to identify a man who is white before seeking that role, reflecting racial emphasis in sport narratives.
A quirky observation notes that while man is called the noblest work of God, only the blind could mistake a man for being exceptionally handsome. The remark blends humor with a caution against judging appearance.
An agricultural exhibit car operated by Purdue University and the Indiana experiment station travels Indiana on the New York Central lines from Lafayette starting January 25 for about four months. About 200000 people will encounter Purdue’s agricultural demonstrations including horticulture dairying animal husbandry soils and crops with a seed corn germinator as a centerpiece. Purdue graduates lead the car and provide information and literature while rail partners Big Four Lake Shore Southern Chicago Indiana Southern Erie Western support the program.
Lord Tankerville complains of excessive English modesty among boys at American schools. A New York remark contrasts lingering reserve with a village tale of a crusty tinker who claims self love but admits vanity, highlighting ironic pride.
The article details how to wash and iron silk waists using soap jelly in three baths with luke warm water. It advises separating whites from colors, avoiding wringing, and rinsing in blue water for white silk. Iron while damp with muslin between iron and fabric, to prevent yellowing and gloss loss. Lace trims should be ironed on the wrong side.
Cuticura Soap serves to prevent skin troubles with its emollient purity and fragrance. It also keeps hands soft and white hair glossy and maintains a dandruff and irritation free scalp. Although slightly higher in first cost, it lasts longer than ordinary soap and proves economical. samples and a skin care booklet are offered by Cuticura for demonstration.
Historical note on dairy fat testing detailing the invention of the Babcock method in 1895 by Dr. Babcock at the Wisconsin Experiment Station. It describes sample preparation, acid addition, and reading fat percentage to estimate butter yield, with emphasis on its value to creameries and milk buyers.
The Purdue extension department reports well attended short courses across northern Indiana including South Bend. Catte feeding at the Purdue farm thrives in cold weather. A February 19 carcass demonstration at the judging pavilion showed cuts and dressing percentages using a fat steer a thin steer two hogs and a sheep for winter course students.
A father warns a boy not to ask foolish questions before he asks, then the boy asks why, when his throat is sore and swallowing hurts, he still wants to swallow continually. The exchange captures a curious child's logic and a dad's caution.
Willian Fink of Brooklyn was sentenced by the New York Court of Special Sessions to four months in the penitentiary for counterfeiting the Carter’s Little Liver Pills trademark. Judge Deuel stressed the harm to the public and aimed to deter similar frauds.
A method to refresh a worn black coat involves brushing off dust, wiping with a soft cloth dampened in gasoline, airing to remove odor, and treating stains with coffee and ammonia. Finish by pressing gently to restore finish and freshness.
A benevolent trust magnate laments the world’s 60 down on them. His friend quips that the world is pressed down by his own insistence on lifting it up.
Fresh rhubarb can be grown in winter after outdoor growing ends by using a warm cellar or basement. Dig up roots in late fall with dirt attached, stack on the north side to avoid freeze thaw, then bring roots inside and plant close in shallow bins with moist mellow soil for air circulation.
Fall born calves avoid constant fly exposure and benefit from cooler weather improving milk quality. Scours are rare in fall or winter.
A method to make non sticking starch. Boil water, mix starch in cold water to a lump free cream, then stir into boiling water until clear. Add a pinch of lard per gallon for smoother ironing, rub iron with paraffined cloth to prevent smutting.
A fragment recalls a gossip about Maude revealing an engagement to Jack who allegedly never says no. It mentions a Walker Co-op and a free catalogue offering 3000 articles with clothing and furniture from W. and H. Walker at Littaburgh, Pa.
A collection of vintage ad lines promotes Paxtine Antiseptic at 25¢ a box, Laxative Bromo Quinine for cold cure with money-back guarantee, Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for teething at 25¢, and satirical remarks on politics and gender roles. The copy reflects era advertising tone and social quirks.
A recipe to restore tarnished nickel silver and sterling silver mounted items involves a warm bath of water and ammonia, rubbing with thick flannel, and brushing grooves with a worn toothbrush. Finish with soft polish using chamois or undressed kid glove for a bright, renewed look.
A recipe describes making hot chicken toast by creaming chopped cold chicken with milk and butter, thickened with flour, then filling bread slices. The sandwich is served with celery hearts or spiced pickles for accompaniment.
Harper's Bazar urges investing in practical kitchen devices to save effort and time. Advocates bread and cake mixers, a combined cream egg and mayonnaise beater, a meat grinder, and cautions about washing machines and testing gas and electric irons for efficiency.
Mrs. J. G. Johnson of Scottville Michigan a mother of thirteen credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with keeping her healthy despite hard farm work at age forty five She also notes relief for her daughter with painful periods and irregularity praising the remedy as safe and effective.
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