Skunk farming gains foothold as fur prices rise
With fur prices soaring, Lancaster County farmers like William Phillips and Tom Gregg start small skunk operations. Skunk skins fetch high prices in New York, spurring interest despite care challenges and concerns over tameness versus wild quality. Rabbits, cats, and other furs also rise in value as dealers note stronger demand.
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Lancaster Countiaes
New York
Asame
Williama Phiager
John Byers
Albert Eshleman
Drumore Township
Tom’ Gregg
Nickel Mines
Thanksgiving meaning and brave sacrifice for nation
The article urges a real, intimate Thanksgiving focused on patriotism and service. It honors those in uniform and those at home who support them, insisting sacrifice and gladness define this war era. It also notes the turkey’s role in American history and describes Aztec feather cloth and related artifacts.
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Madrid
Mesa Verde
Canon de Chelly
Arizona
New Mexico
Mothers Prepare Burnham endorses Dr Pierce Favorite Prescription
Mrs J C Kanour of Burnham Pa writes that Favorite Prescription supports her health during pregnancy and keeps her strong for hard work. She notes another acquaintance, mother of thirteen, used the remedy for months with no trouble and would not do without it.
Prominent Nurse Praises Dr Pierce Remedies in Letter
A Philadelphia nurse testifies to positive effects from Dr Pierce products including Golden Medical Discovery Favorite Prescription Anuric and Pleasant Pellets. She notes relief from back and kidney issues dizziness indigestion and general well being after using multiple remedies and urges others to seek her experiences.
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Philadelphia
Dr. Pierce
Pie
Unclear OCR reminiscence of food brands and childhood
Fragmentary reminiscence evokes Uneeda Biscuit Nabisco brands and biscuits at gatherings. The speaker recalls meals and snacks like oatmeal crackers and sugar cookies, with vague mentions of names and dates, reflecting a nostalgic scene from past party days.
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Lancheso
Andy
Pat
Soak
Netra
Wars and Hills: A Fragment from a History Page
Fragmentary OCR hints at a historical note mentioning ships and towns, with scattered names like Hil, sig, rat. The readable text is too incomplete to identify a clear event, date, or actors.
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United States
Therpe
Westie
Southwest
Mexico
America
Yucatan
Groff & Wolf Co
North Queen
Lanecaster
Wesilidren
Uneeda Biscuit
Watignal Biscuit Company Na
National Bisowil Dainties
Overland 4
Overland
Toledo
Lititz Motor Company
Frank B. Burkholder & Bro
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