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Newspaper
Montezuma Enterprise
Location
Montezuma, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1915
Page
2
Ohio State University expert notes cabbage worms hatch from eggs on leaves, feed inside heads, and can be controlled by fresh white hellebore spray at one ounce per three gallons of soapy water, applied thoroughly as worms appear. Arsenate of lead is an alternative at 20 pounds per 50 gallons. Hand picking suits small plots.
Do not rush hogs to full feed of new corn. If pasture and forage crops are limited introduce new corn gradually over about a month. Feed some old corn while switching to new to protect digestion, health, and profits and avoid severe losses.
To guard against disease and inferior quality, rotate crops. Grow alfalfa clover or peas two to three years, grain one year, and potatoes one year. Select good seed to avoid inferior crops and low consumption.
Do not place a horse on an inclined plank floor. Do not let the horse stand in a draft. Do not delay collar fitting until shoulders are sore. Ensure proper saddle and collar adjustments to prevent discomfort and injury. Regular checks help maintain horse health and performance.
A farmer who drives horses to exhaustion and leaves them in cold winds is condemned for lacking compassion and humane treatment of animals.
The article explains how a sheep struck by the fly becomes restless then dull, with a rough swollen wound where maggots infest tissue. It stresses prompt treatment of shearing cuts, removal of dirty wool, and cleaning wounds, plus using poison or deterrents to make wool distasteful to the fly, noting heat and stormy weather increase attacks.
The article argues that dairy equipment aids farm labor by attracting reliable hired help and improving efficiency. It emphasizes the farmer’s role as a manager, cooperative worker relations with staff, and the need for a proper medicine chest for cattle to treat simple ailments and prevent infection.
Instructions for saving seeds from squash cucumber melon and tomato crops. Wash seeds in multiple waters and dry thoroughly in the shade. The article outlines initial steps for seed preservation and storage.
Seeds stored for winter including bean pea corn beef turnip and similar kinds are cleaned sorted tied in sock tops and stocking legs. Sacks labeled with date and hung in the tool house to keep rodents away. Planting time will find seeds ready.
A wrathy neighbor complains to Mr Newdal about stopping a crying baby. He refuses to interrupt a Mother’s club speech on social welfare to avoid consequences from the speaker’s mother.
Mrs Newed frets over a missed detail in a pound cake. John, her spouse who vows to love and honor, jokes that adding a handle would make pounding easier, delivering a light domestic quip.
A dialogue notes disappointment that a peace talk with Indians failed to include a ceremonial pipe. Instead the group passed around a package of cigarettes, disappointing the speaker.
A lawyer reports his client seeks a partial divorce and custody arrangement involving about 300000 dollars. The client is described as modest in her demands and relies on her counsel to obtain the settlement.
Wise argues there is one fix for jealousy after marriage. Green suggests marrying an ugly girl as the unlikely cure, delivering a wry, satirical exchange typical of light humor in the period.
Worth showcases lemon yellow taffeta gowns and heliotrope chiffons, with a maid of honor ensemble featuring lace flounces and a plain space on satin. Turban toques with simple rose trims and floating veils gain popularity, while tuscan straw hats and long heron feathers define seaside season silhouettes.
The Bride and Groom share a hurried scene after the elopement as a telephone from the bride's father arrives. The Groom anxiously asks for the message and the bride refuses to reveal details, hoping for forgiveness if the family stays away.
An art piece labeled futurist confounds viewers with a mystery about a future and a troubling past. The description hints at an unsettling theme without clear symptoms or outcomes.
A lighthearted exchange centers on a neighbor across the hall learning the cornet. The banter imagines remedies including a trombone after a noisy practice session.
A 1916 Hawkaw University class seeks permission to use a new ragtime song as their class yell. The judge questions whether the request is mere foolishness or a deliberate insult.
A humorous exchange between Mr and Mrs Harduppe proposes hanging suet in different locations to observe bird attraction versus attracting other plum pudding ingredients. The quip is attributed to a judge and reflects light domestic wit on cravings and practical tests.
A man in room 605 calls a hotel clerk asking to move if the neighboring guest is singing or to send a doctor if she is moaning. The exchange hints at a medical or wellness concern amid a busy lodging house.
A small boy recalls paying to see a film and claims he saw an elephant spank a flea and a rabbit climb a tree in the show. The line captures playful memory and child’s wonder from a cinema outing.
In a witty exchange a woman notes many suitors desired her, while a man retorts that not a single grateful rival has shown gratitude or offered thanks, highlighting a playful clash over charm and appreciation.
A sharp quip notes that a public speaker’s clear intention failed as his speech was sabotaged by his own delivery. The remark frames the failed oration as a deliberate or accidental act of removing the speech’s force.
An unnamed hobo pleads for leniency and reflects on days gone by. The pedestrian replies that the speaker cannot blame him for the weather, deflecting responsibility with a wry remark. The exchange captures a terse street confrontation.
A playful exchange reveals a suitor deducing the woman’s favorite blooms by noting roses command the highest prices. He explains the logic behind his guess and the conversation turns to lighthearted flirtation.
In a social vignette, Waverly mocks an Indian painter's technique while a poor artist is teased for lacking refined art, and Marcella sides with snobbery, suggesting lessons in real art for the outsider.
Dialogue notes a wife praising Jobson as smart and his belief that she sees his intelligence, concluding they agree and get along well. The exchange highlights mutual admiration and harmony in their relationship.
A listener inquires why a devoted attendee keeps returning to hear the famed exhorter. The reply confirms conversion and shows intent to witness a rumored moment when the speaker will distribute his wealth to the poor.
The article argues for shifting from corn heavy feeding to roughage to cut costs. It notes grain prices rise this season and urges adopting older country methods to expand beef and milk production on cheaper feed.
A reporter questions the Count de Bonnie engagement as the daughter asserts consistency with the Made in the U. S. A. movement and demands an American husband, while the judge urges national alignment. The scene centers on social expectations and identity.
An account states she is the daughter of the revolution while another man who lived in Europe after witnessing upheaval counters that she represents a breach of peace.
Clean corners and roadsides free of weeds grass and rubbish curb crop pests and prevent diseases from starting on clean roadsides. Stops breeding trouble on your farm by keeping areas tidy and weed free.
A political figure argues for an organ to support their campaign or cause while an itinerant musician quips that the same idea was just said to his monkey. The remark highlights a clash of seriousness and satire in public discourse.
Practical tips urge hog owners to rotate pastures weekly during summer. Emphasizes weeded grain rations, ample clean water, and sunshades or wet wallows to keep hogs comfortable and healthy.
Mrs Long describes her husband as the patientest gentlest soul, noting at times it might be laziness. The remark appears in a Christian Register excerpt reflecting domestic humor and viewpoint on marriage.
A Milwaukee newspaper portrays a female singer with hazel eyes cherry lips a willow form and a voice of brilliant timbre suggesting origins from lumber country towns and fairs reflecting regional charm.
Dialect scene shows Della pressing Dick about asking her father for marriage hand. Dick explains he had no chance as her father sat between him and the hallway.
In the passage a man exits and a bystander calls him smooth and asks what he sold. The reply notes he sold lubricating oils, hinting at a quick or slick sales encounter. The dialogue emphasizes a clever or evasive salesman dynamic.
Cartoon dialogue features Maggie and Aggie joking about not marrying a Scottie due to the effort of keeping big knees polished. The caption mocks domestic woes in lighthearted rural humor style.
The latest sunshade trend features a modified pagoda form with an extended handle and rich embroidery in Japanese style. Genuine pagoda shapes remain fashionable but are seen as too flashy for quiet tastes, while embroiderers create silk flowers on white or black parasols using soft silks and ornate designs.
The Castle bob uses a low forehead ribbon band so the bobbed hair covers the neck and ears. A softly wired silk net supports both high and low cluster styles, ensuring symmetry and adaptable placement on the head.
A crepe de chine dress features a flowered bodice and a plain skirt. Trim the bottom of the skirt with the flowered material to achieve a most attractive dress.
A sketch describes a wrist bag made from silk or satin with a sateen lining and a metal clasp. The standout detail is a small mirror set inside one side, held by four kid corners, with a wash leather lined flap and floral embroidery, using an old glove for the corners.
Cretonne remains in favor for more than cushions and curtains with a rising trend in cretonne handbags. They range from elegant models with silk lining and solid metal frames to simpler versions that pair well with lingerie dresses, especially at the seashore or in the country.
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