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Newspaper

Mansfield Mirror

Location

Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1917

Page

2

Pellagra Seen as Infectious Not Diet Related

A Post Graduate Medical School report from New York states Pellagra is infectious, not diet caused, and the best defense is efficient sewage systems. In Spartanburg County SC, after installing sewerage, pellagra cases dropped dramatically, with only one new victim near a surface drain. The commission cautions until science finds the cause, sewering afflicted towns remains vital.

New York Commission Post Graduate Medical School and Hospital South Carolina Spartanburg County Spartan Mills Spartansburg Commisson Italy Post Graduate

Ancient labels found on wine and oil jars in Bauiaria

Ancient Hebrew inscriptions on labels tied to wine and oil jars in Bauiaria indicated origin, production year, and storage in a government storehouse. The records, many partly preserved, mention the wine’s district and the quantity fed to forty and the year of deposition.

Bauiaria

Name of France Poem Dedicated to France by Van Dyke

Dr Henry Van Dyke former ambassador to Holland with his daughter Katrina and a dog presents The Name of France a poem from the Art World dedicated to France. It envisions a name to inspire learning art courage and freedom, calling the world to share the burden of sacrificial strife for mankind’s liberty.

Henry van Dyke Holland Katrina France Mr. van Dyke Ae Jong Tell

Trials Over Cannibal Cure Blamed on Korean Lepers

In Korea a leper named Sin Yungsyun confessed to murdering a five year old boy and, with another leper, a girl killed on September 15. He stated both eaten the victims. Cannibal cure belief widespread amid leper suffering and reform plans for Sorok Island asylum unfold.

Seoul Korea Sin Yungsyun Cholla Fusan Terauchi Sorok

Salvage Triumph For Besostris Freighter Off Guatemala

Capt Ridley reports the former German freighter Besostris ashore at Ocos Guatemala has been floated after 13 years. A British salvage crew used three hydraulic pumps and 150 workers to clear sand, restoring the vessel to sea worthy condition. Salvage profit estimated over 1 million dollars.

San Diego Cal Ocos Guatemala R. Ridley British Columbia Pilot

Inscriptions Reveal Ahab Era Wine Oil Warehouses

Period of King Ahab about 3000 years ago is shown by inscriptions naming the king and many men who stored their wines and oils in their warehouse.

Ahab

Object Lesson In Phonetics From Doctor Bliss

A phonetics note highlights The Arable with three sounds like the letter h but lacking a p sound, causing p and b confusion. The late venerable Doctor Bliss of the Syrian Protestant.

Doctor Bliss

Youthful Tramp Journeys by Auto Across America

Charles Brown Jr a young California journalism student rode from Fort Wayne Indiana to New York City nearly 1000 miles on cars for 155 total cents. He spent little on grooming and lodging and endured many brief stops before ending his voyage after seven days. His longest auto ride was 125 miles and his shortest under 125 feet when a wary farmer forced him off a Pennsylvania mountain road.

Farmer Bandit New York Charles Brown, Jr New York University Brown Fort Wayne Ind New York City Lincoln Highway Pennsylvania Mountains

Glass Eye Explodes As He Looks At Pie

In Chicago a farmer, F. K. Cosgrove of near North Vernon, had his new glass eye explode while he stared at a pie in a Hammond restaurant. He collapsed but was revived. The eye had only been obtained days earlier to replace his other eye damaged by a dynamite blast.

Chicago F. K. Cosgrove Cosgrove North Vernon Hammond Ind

Public Health Service Bars Heroin Dispensing

The federal public health service ordered all physicians not to dispense heroin for any purpose and to return any on hand to headquarters. Officials hope the move will influence general practitioners nationwide to curb heroin use.

Federal Public Health Service Arep

Native teacher and pupil in chalk dust demonstration

A college classroom tale describes a native teacher trying to show a student the difference between p and b. Doctor Bilas narrates the case with chalk dust. he demonstrates by blowing the dust away to prove the point.

Christian Herald Bilas

Journey Southward in Lace and Tunic Dress

A fashion item for women on the move features a white dress with a pointed tunic skirt showing five flounces edged in val lace and a delicate embroidered bodice. The long sleeves taper to the wrist with crochet button cuffs, a lace edged cape collar, and net girdle. paired with a hat and parasol for travelers.

Packing in Paper Bags for Travel

Travel packing tip advises saving heavy paper store envelopes to sort items. Label envelopes for stockings gloves and handkerchiefs. This method helps locate items quickly during trips.

New Silks for Women In Unique Pussy Willow Tafta

For the woman seeking an unusual silk for a gown or a distinctive lining for a winter coat, pussy-willow taffetas are now available. The designs are queer and orientally delightful, with delightful colorings. The silks are 40 inches wide and will cut to advantage.

Hats Committed to Sports Wear

An article on three sports hats designed for travel and varying climates. The first is a narrow-brimmed black patent leather sailor shape with a red rose and silk checked band, its petals protected by celluloid. The white satin hat features silk embroidered cards on the side crown. The third hat uses Tokyo crepe with velvet and straw buttons suggesting spring.

Isle of Pines Canada Iherewithal Tokyo

Philippine Lingerie Promotes Hand Embroidery Styles

Fine Philippine hand work becomes a fact in lingerie with Exquiaite embroidery on Nainsook and new fabrics. Philippine workers blend lace with French embroidery techniques using chiffons and silks. Imagine a chiffon chemise featuring a Philippine embroidered design.

Siren bey Serge Frocks Popular Seemingly Ever Green

Frocks in navy serge remain popular in princess styles and shoulder to hem lines. Jumper frocks with Georgette crepe blouses look handsome and feature back buttons, terra cotta georgette crte ruffles over the hips, and a corselet effect created by pointed yokes on the blouse and the full circular skirt.

Blue and Gray Chenille Embroidered Charmuse Fashion

Gray chenille embroidery on midnight blue charmeuse presents a fetching take on the blue and gray vogue. The fabric blend combines deep color with textured detail, offering a refined yet striking appearance for apparel and accessories.

Open Work Through Which Ribbons Slip at Intervals

Fragmentary note describes open work where ribbons slip at regular intervals. No further context or identities provided.

Plaits at the Side in One Piece Frocks of Serge and Wool Jersey

Describes women’s frocks featuring side plaits or bars that add fullness while keeping a straight line. Notes dropped or Moyen Age waistlines are popular, with many variations and sometimes complex designs in serge or wool jersey fabrics.

Glasgow city farming yields profit and lessons

Glasgow Scotland has proven a city can run a farming enterprise successfully. From 1879 the city used bogland for refuse land, expanded to 1891, investing about 100000 dollars. Last season produce valued at £10806 with £2728 from sales. Hay surplus may reach 500 tons after departmental needs are met.

Glasgow Scotand Glasgow Herald

Concrete Bird Bath Stands Out In Omaha Yard

A simple concrete bird bath sits on an Omaha lawn that imitates a log and stump. The bark texture is hand worked to look rustic, avoiding a heavy molded feel. The piece reflects craftsmanship highlighted by Popular Mechanics Magazine.

Omaha Neb Popular Mechanics Magazine

Trees Must Be Protected From Top Downward Die Off

The article discusses tree mortality, noting that most trees die from disease rather than insects. Fungous disease is identified as the strongest factor in large-tree destruction, with chestnut blight mentioned as devastating to eastern states. It also mentions sudden death in formerly vigorous oaks and that no remedial measures are known after infection.

Dayton expands civic playgrounds and safety system

Dayton Ohio widens play space with 28 playgrounds, up from 15 in Washington Ohio. Island park near the Miami River gains a life saving station and fast gasoline launch. The new city recreation division staffs lifesaving crews along the river and adds riverfront safety measures for children.

Dayton Division of Parks City of Washington Island Park Miami River Division of Recreation

Insult and Inquiry Echo in Court About Organ Grinder

In a litigious exchange the judge questions an organ grinder who replies by accusing the monk of provoking the assault. The exchange centers on whether the monk provoked the attack and the grinder’s denial of being the aggressor.

Young Mr Guy Checks Door Before Calls in Fear of Proposing

Dialogue shows caution as a young man avoids bringing a ring, fearing the caller might read his visit as a marriage proposal. The exchange highlights social expectations and playful embarrassment in courtship.

Guy

Winter Care of Ewe Flock

Winter care of the flock outlines feeding and hay strategies to ensure a spring lamb crop. For ewes in good condition grain is unnecessary until a month before lambing. poorer ewes need 1/4 to 1/2 pound daily. Recommended rations include six parts corn to three parts wheat bran and one part linseed oil cake, or equal parts corn oats and bran. Hay should be clover or alfalfa. corn silage or stover can reduce hay intake. Include clean salt and water, and ensure a dry well-bedded floor for the flock.

Ohio State Bulletin

Feasting on Blood Loss in Hogs and Vermin Control

A 150 pound hog with 92 000 blood drops and 1 000 lice will lose about 0.92 percent of its blood daily. The bill for treatment falls to the farmer. A 1 percent coal tar dip or spray is recommended, with alternatives including equal parts kerosene and crude oil mixtures. Crude oil applications should cover the back with care to avoid ears and flanks.

Corn and Live Stock Farming Union of Feed

Corn and livestock farming go hand in hand. Great corn regions also host strong livestock sectors. Corn yields more feed per acre than alfalfa and should be balanced with alfalfa. Stock relish corn and fodder, whether field cured or silo stored. This grain is unequaled in beef and pork production with firm meat.

Science in feeding cattle profits from birth to block

The cattleman who fattens his animals from birth to block has a much better chance of satisfactory returns than he who sells half grown cattle to others for marketing. Selling early shifts a large share of profit to stockyard men feeders and the railroads.

Anish

Bran Good for Sheep Diet Change

Wheat bran is fine for a change of diet with sheep. It helps keep the bowels regular and aids growth to the coming lambs.

Big Losses From Disease Hit U S Agriculture

Diseases of animals cause losses of 212000000 a year in the United States. Much of this loss is preventable through better practices and monitoring.

United States

Laying Hone In Prime

The article notes hens are in their prime during their first and second laying seasons, emphasizing peak egg production and vitality in these early years.

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