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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1912
Page
6
An Illinois agricultural note urges shade for poultry to prevent overheating and death in extreme heat. It emphasizes free range, sanitary housing, and green feed, noting that orchard integration with proper tillage benefits both poultry and fruit trees, while insects and soil fertility improve with range farming.
J J Davis Assistant Entomologist discusses Illinois vegetable farming growth and the importance of insect control. He cites 1900 census data, notes Chicago as a center, and details methods like clean culture crop rotation and early detection to protect crops such as potatoes cabbage and onions.
Henry Clinton recalls a perilous river ordeal in which a toppled boat, a slick rudder, and a long oar forced him to cling to the gunwale and claw his way to safety. After a grueling ascent, he reached shore to be greeted by family and friends, and later reflects on friendships tested by danger.
A 4 o'clock encounter on a quiet road leads a woman to buy tickets from a boy selling them for a downtown ball game. She plans to attend with him, sharing a friendly ride and a memorable day with the youth, after which a tender farewell follows.
Fragmentary text suggests bones believed to be from ancient inhabitants in South America are under study. The piece mentions concerns about dressmaking and large sheets of carbon paper for transferring patterns.
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