Pure Seed Grains Boost Wisconsin Yields in Trials
Wisconsin Station developed pure bred grain varieties and tested Wisconsin No 7 corn against top local varieties. Over five years 1905-1906 it averaged 59.1 bushels per acre, about 10 bushels higher than rivals. Dissemination through the Wisconsin Experiment Association aided spread, with similar breeding now in barley rye oats clover alfalfa peas. The Wisconsin Bankers Agricultural Contests are seen as key to ongoing yield gains and state financial stability.
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Wisconsin Station
Wisconsin
Wisconsin Agricultural Experiment Association
Wisconsin Bankers
Commonwealth
Immigration zeal and American flags removed in Saskatoon parade
A Winnipeg telegram reports prominent Saskatoon citizens and the Royal Northwest Mounted Police ordered American flags removed from an American circus parade in Saskatoon, leaving only Union Jacks. The piece portrays Canada’s authorities as eager to attract American settlers with money, sparking debate on genuine welcome.
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Canadian Northwest
Saskatoon
Royal Northwest Mounted Police
Winnipeg
Canada
Permon
Columbia Accident Cases Settled
The Railway Company settled the accident cases involving August Langusch his son Edward and daughter Margaret and Ruth Cook who were killed last October at a Columbia highway crossing. One case was tried before Judge Ross who took the case from the jury and ordered judgment for the railway. An appeal to the Supreme Court was under way when the settlement canceled Judge Ross’s judgment and the company paid a substantial sum in each case before reaching the Supreme Court.
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Railway Company
August Langusch
Edward
Margaret
Ruth Cook
Columbia
Ross
Superior
Supreme Court
Neillsville
Rep Press
For the Newlyweds McCalls Advice on Frugal Start
The article advises newlyweds to begin modestly, avoid debt, and live within means. It stresses independence from parents, shared family expenses, cheerful cooperation in budget.
Dietz Family to Face Assault Charge at Sep Court Term
Hattie Dietz wife of John Dietz who is serving a life term for a deputy shooting in a famed feud will be tried for assault with intent to kill. Her three children Myra Leslie and Clarence are also to be arraigned. Case moved from Sawyer on venue change following the deputy shooting of John Rodisch in 1996 during an attempted arrest. The Dietz case awaits Supreme Court decision in the prior trial.
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Hattie Dietz
John Dietz
Myra
Leslie
Clarence
Sawyer
John Rodisch
Supreme Court
Dietz
Critics Grumble at Maiden Ladies and Fancy Pets
A sprawling 19th century diatribe scolds women who lavish time and money on dogs, kittens, and couture. It defends practical charity over pet extravagance, recalls Charles Crocker, and laments society’s pretensions from Fifth Avenue to Newport while lamenting lost companionship for bachelors.
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Fifth Avenue
Newport
Zemo treats scalp itch and skin irritation
Zemo rubs into the scalp to stop itch by stimulating glands and quick relief. It is a clear vanishing liquid that dries without stickiness and requires no hand washing. A 25 cent trial bottle is offered to prove its effects from R J Strauss drug store and E W Rose Medicine Co of St Louis.
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Zemo
R. J. Strauss Drug Store
E. W. Rose Medicine Company
St. Louis
Sunday Post Office Closures Reach Wide Adoption
The nation has moved toward closing post offices on Sundays with 90 percent now observing the Lord's Day. Washington feared a postal deficit but after one year the surplus rose by over 300 thousand dollars, a net gain of more than 18 million dollars. Postal workers and the public report Sabbath rest enabling worship, with pastors noting church membership growth. Gen. Assembly.
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Washington
San Francisco
Wisconsin State Fair Grand Demonstration
Wisconsin fair in Milwaukee showcases agricultural live stock industrial and educational interests. For full information apply to ticket agents The Northwestern Line. 472
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North Western Line
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McCall’s Magazine
Aoveladim
Hell
Society For the Prevention of Cruelty
Shylock
Charles Crocker
Jealia Crocker
Tauck
Mr. Grocker
Indiana
Crocker
Alck
Doga
Auch
Milwaukee
Beachy
Aeronaut
Wis
Chippewa Falls
L. Jimmie Ward
Fink
Funny Animal Circus
Lohse & Sterling
Leo Trio
America
BIG
W. F. Horn
Chippewa
McE
G. G. Tho
Imasco
Ottumwa
Iowa
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