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Newspaper
Lititz Record
Location
Lititz, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1925
Page
7
A 19th century note describes the male ostrich as domesticated in mate selection, with the couple nesting in a saucer shaped hole about four feet wide. The female lays 10 to 15 eggs, one every other day, each weighing four pounds or more and containing the equivalent of two or three dozen ordinary eggs. Incubation lasts 40 to 48 days with both parents sitting and turning the eggs.
The piece traces the potato from an unwelcome novel food in 17th century Europe to a staple in modern diets by 1800. It notes initial prejudice and famine-era resistance, including laborers rejecting potato soup as "washy stuff," and ends with the potato becoming a common and indispensable article at meals across social classes.
Nature Magazine explains plants require light for vital leaf reactions that transform raw food elements into usable energy. It notes sun loving species like geraniums and roses flourish in sunny windows, while shade tolerant plants such as palms ferns and pothos thrive with mild sun in brighter locations.
The April 1 1925 statement lists Ralph E Buch of Lititz Pa as editor, business manager, publisher and owner. It notes no known bondholders or other security holders. The document was sworn April 13 1925 by Notary J B Herr, commission through Jan 7 1927.
Local real estate and insurance office invites buyers and sellers to consult for purchasing selling or building. They offer new and old properties and promise to construct what clients desire if not listed.
Advertises quick action and prompt service for various insurance needs excluding life insurance. Mentions all kinds of insurance and invites readers to obtain rates.
Penn Real Estate Co advertises properties on 37 89 South Queen Street Lancaster with H N Neiber Lititz representative at 136 South Broad Street.
The weather service notes that broad spreading root systems and deep roots make many trees good electrical conductors and prone to lightning strikes. Oaks ash poplar and gum are most susceptible while chestnut maple alder and mountain ash are less likely to be damaged.
The article describes garden wall options matching house materials like stone stucco or brick. It covers frame houses with cobbies lattice panel fences gates and hedges, plus hooded gateways and trellised arch designs. Wood pergolas use white pine, with paint protection emphasized and white as favored outdoor color.
The knocker is described as needed to expose weaknesses but rarely earned enduring respect. While he points out flaws and prompts amends, the article notes funeral processions never form behind such critics and praises those who speak kindly and help others.
The article predicts a surge of village betterment efforts nationwide with emphasis on Western towns. It argues that pioneer days are over and permanent settlement requires villages to define distinct characteristics. Improvements are seen as boosting property values and resident happiness.
At an annual meeting in Dallas Texas the National Association of Real Estate Boards urged member boards to appoint strong committees to work with railroads industries and civic bodies to transform railroad rights of way into attractive city entrances.
The obituary notes William N. McClintock died of typhoid fever at Evanston Illinois after coming into a large inheritance. Foster father William D. Shepherd is accused in a confession by Dr Charles C Farman of conspiring with Shepherd to kill the boy by typhoid germ poisoning to share the fortune.
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