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Newspaper
Montezuma Enterprise
Location
Montezuma, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1913
Page
6
A baggageman questions a youth with black curls about being the villain. The youth concedes a former villainy but pins the wrongdoing on the company treasurer who is said to be about five hundred miles west.
Mr R M Fleenor of Otterbein Indiana recounts 25 years of kidney trouble and bladder inflammation cured after taking two boxes of Dodd's Kidney Pills. He praises the remedy and urges others to write for the booklet and free household hints, anthem music, and recipes.
A quoted philosophical counsel attributed to William Penn urges careful speech to improve clarity and purpose. It emphasizes speaking fitly and truthfully in debates, avoiding self-serving victory or exposing opponents, and prioritizing gain through constructive dialogue.
The art inspector compliments a student, urging propriety in reverence for a drawing. The poorest pupil voices a surprised but pleased response as an explanation follows about not worshiping likenesses, citing a Bible command.
Congress considers three bills to shield birds as economic losses from insects reach 420 million dollars annually. Biologists warn farmers rely on birds to curb pests, yet the slaughter of insectivorous birds persists, threatening fruit growers and national wealth.
A Missouri College of Agriculture article explains that dehorning now uses clippers instead of the saw, offering faster operation and less pain. The method requires tying the animal, nose ring control, and head positioning, with careful cutting to avoid high horn removals and promote quicker healing and better head shape.
A kerosene emulsion is prepared by mixing two gallons of kerosene oil with one pound of whale oil soap one quart of home made soft soap and one gallon of water. Soap is dissolved by boiling then kerosene is added. The mixture is churned until smooth. Dilute with one part emulsion to several parts water for applying to buildings boards nest boxes. Add one or two ounces of carbolic acid just before use.
A farmer notes runty pigs lose food to larger littermates. A trough with V shaped partitions, fixed firmly, would give small pigs equal access to feed. A handy man could install the trough in an hour or 30 minutes and see pigs grow enough to cover the cost.
Rejuvenating old orchard by removing dead wood and excess growth. Spearheading soil enrichment and targeted spray applications to promote healthier trees and future yields.
Winter idle periods leave draft horses underused and unhealthy. The author advises warm, well ventilated stables and daily work such as hauling or cordwood to keep horses fit. He cites examples of farmers employing teams for winter jobs to cover board costs and ensure strong, ready horses for summer work.
Describes building a sturdy sawhorse for heavy timber by using a one foot diameter log ten to twelve feet long as the body. Drill four large holes for legs, insert round sticks as legs, then bore six holes along the top side to fit foot long pegs with two close pairs for short lengths.
The note asserts clayey soil yields darker glossier grapes while gravelly soil produces sweeter, richer grapes. It contrasts color and flavor linked to soil texture, implying geology affects taste and appearance.
Pure air water and food plus thorough cleanliness keep chickens healthy. Strong resistance to disease relies on these essentials.
A well cared for strawberry patch is described as a popular resort during June, highlighting its appeal and seasonal charm for visitors and gardeners alike.
A simple fattening ration for hogs may be the pasture run of clover or alfalfa. The suggestion emphasizes economical feeding using available forage and grazing.
A compact line asserts that proper seed choice cultivation and practical sense yield good crops, emphasizing steady farming wisdom and prudent practices for favorable harvest outcomes.
The guidance states lime should not be applied to foliage or growing crops. Winter or early spring are identified as optimal seasons for application.
Farmers report feeding hens vegetables when green feed is scarce. The note stresses vegetables as a helpful option to keep poultry well nourished during field shortages.
A humorous exchange recalls a boy asking what an oath is and the response notes he once served as the golf caddie for a week last summer, illustrating a playful memory or anecdote about a past relationship.
A six year old on the east side mocks his teacher's dullness by recalling a joke about a big red apple and a lesson from the newspaper report. The boy explains that the teacher held up an apple and asked what it was, prompting his humorous critique.
A cryptic exchange in a parlor prompts questions about what Albert’s sister reportedly said. The remark appears tied to a 1.3 wie reference and a nickname used by a “popetil” youth, leaving the exact meaning unclear.
A caller asks a business man to donate to a good cause after a tenant killed a book agent this morning. The man pledges $10,000 as a subscription reward. An ad promotes Mrs. Austin's Bag Pancake and Mrs. Plodgitt’s gowns as Paris fashion.
A brief item notes a so called leap year proposal where a woman proposed to a man in a bid to gain notoriety. The report suggests the act was more about personal fame than romance.
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