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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1907
Page
2
Prof Bow man outlines seed corn selection emphasizing testing each ear to prevent poor yields. He advocates germination box testing, grading kernels, and using separate planter plates to match seed size, noting the time invested yields greater future returns for corn plantings.
Farmers should pick seed corn in late September using large well matured ears from vigorous stalks. Detailed guidance covers drying, testing every ear, and the aim of increasing yield from about one small ear per hill to two ears per hill in the next season.
Mark Twain at a New York dinner joked about housekeepers during painting season. He quipped that when a painter moves the parlor carpet, clears the dining room, leans ladders, and stacks paint cans, it signals readiness to paint outside shutters and the back fence.
Transatlantic Tales recalls a rail crash scene aboard a liner where first to fourth class passengers mingled amid the tense aftermath. No injuries are confirmed, but the episode highlights the crowded, unsettled mood of the journey.
A Washington Star exchange quips about sentiment in theater as critics discuss a play’s heart and the manager’s handling of box office receipts. The dialogue contrasts perceived heart with fiscal concerns in the show’s aftermath.
A concise German saying notes that fortune tends to favor those who engage with the broader world. The proverb links luck to openness, action, and exploration across life and culture.
At the city hall event Prof. W A Wheeler promoted South Dakota corn quality and the Dakota Improved Seed Co. Prof. Bowman urged county corn clubs and an experiment station to testing grains, while President Chamberlain cautioned West farmers to rotate crops and keep land productive.
A concise moral line urges preserving farming as the source of contentment and happiness. The saying emphasizes simple living and stable land use as foundations for well being.
The meeting decided to stabilize the association and admit members with a $1 fee. By mid-session 70 new members joined, with over 150 expected by adjournment. Prof. Bowman led a corn school and explained breeding science. A J Wimpley discussed beginner corn breeding. Dr. Robert Slagle planned an address at the corn show tonight.
At the state corn growers convention the best corn varieties were honored across divisions A B and C. Prof Bowman praised the exhibit. Winners include J W Stenner Canton for 10 ears yellow corn and Bert Dye Vermillion for 10 ears white corn with top scores. County prizes went to Lincoln Sanborn and Edmunds counties with first place honors.
The dialogue reveals a heated domestic exchange with sharp taunts about a woman’s reputation. Mrs. Nagger accuses, Mr. Nagger retorts, and the quarrel hints at a public airing of personal grievances within the household.
A brief quip from Cleveland Plain Dealer notes a new worker blaming the ague for poor work, humorously suggesting the hire failed at his furnace duties and prompting light city amusement.
George and Clara exchange brisk dialogue in a clipped Kansas City tone. The line mocks Clarence as a self made fool in a brief comic exchange.
Dr Robert Slagle president of the state agricultural college spoke in Brookings about the mission of land grant colleges. He urged broader training for rural youth, consolidation of district schools, and stronger farming life backed by science and cooperation. President Chamberlain joined briefly to stress making farm life appealing to youth.
The state corn show closes after a day of lectures by Brookings professor Prof. Cole on corn production and a series of personal experience talks by Bert Dye Vermillion Join Brenner Canton and C E Twamley Alexandria. Auction of class corn raised notable prices and the event is praised as a splendid success.
Attendees benefited from the fine addresses delivered at the gathering, with many stating they gained valuable insights and inspiration from the speakers.
A Brooklyn man damaged his weekly salary notes by fire but the U S Treasury quickly reimbursed him. He sent two torn bills to the sub-treasury and received five new five dollar notes in three days without questions after affidavits.
The committee on resolutions endorsed legislation for county funding up to 500 dollars yearly to support experimental work in corn grain and small fruits under the state agricultural college. They urged more funds for farmers institutes, two instructors, corn breeding instruction, joint meetings with the Improved Live Stock Breeders association, a premium list, and a state fair program in Huron. They also urged corn clubs in townships and counties, revised coin scoring, a vote of thanks to Mitchell for hospitality and aid.
After resolutions were read the society elected its officers for the coming year. President HW C Warner of Forestburg. Vice President John Lakings of Hurley. Secretary O E Twamley of Alexandria. Treasurer J M Elion of Mitchell. Directors J E Millett Hudson’s southern district KF P Schmit Salem central district and J W Parmley northern district.
The quote critiques flattery as a two fold act. It notes flatterers may believe their praise to be true and, regardless, flatterees see value in flattery due to social consequence and status. The reflection centers on motives and social psychology.
Puck notes the stages of creating a best seller from thought to epigram to sketch to plagiarized sketch to novelized play and advertisement of the novel. The quote traces the authorial process and self reflection on writing.
A brief exchange shows a child recalling a fair share of an apple. The dialogue reveals a playful twist as the brother receives the seeds to plant and grow, implying a future harvest and shared effort.
An unfinished man protests lack of influence while his wife nudges him toward an odd remedy as seen in Life magazine’s brisk quip. The brief exchange highlights domestic humor and social dynamics in a satirical light.
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