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Newspaper
Montezuma Enterprise
Location
Montezuma, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1916
Page
3
A whimsical tale in elf land where Max the dog reveals a weather code passed down from a royal weather-prophet hound. The elves learn to read Max's blinking eyes and wagging tail to predict sun or rain for their butterfly party.
Wisconsin Agriculturist explains the Canada thistle as a deep rooted weed from Europe. It spreads from underground stalks and can choke native grasses. The recommended control is starving the underground stems by surface cutting, mowing in June August and September, then tillage and reseeding with millet Hungarian or rye and corn.
The article emphasizes abundant clean water for dairy cows, noting milk is about 87 percent water. It advises avoiding muddy ditch water, prefers mild temperatures, warns against ice water shocking the stomach, and recommends tank heaters to provide warmer water in winter to boost intake and production.
Extension specialist Guy Morrison warns that over-pasturing reduces grass growth and feed supply. He cites England where high pasture rents and cattle mix show the need for conservative stocking and prudent manuring for long term forage abundance.
Mange is a contagious eruptive horse disease caused by minute insects that burrow in the skin. It causes irritation, weight loss, and hair loss. treatment calls for isolating the horse and washing it, then applying oil and tar with sulfur to affected areas and cleansing gear.
A report compares manure handling methods of three farmers. Farmer A dumps piles after hauling to save washing, B spreads on the wagon, C uses a manure spreader. Time per load and costs are stated for loading unloading and total trips.
The squash vine borer destroys melons cucumbers squashes and pumpkins by boring through stems and leaf stalks. spraying is ineffective. About the
The article details the squash vine borer, describing male and female moths eggs. full grown larvae in vines pupa and pupal cell. It advises removing affected vine parts, rotating crops, lightly harrowing fields in fall, deep spring plowing, or covering vines with earth to stimulate new roots and impede borers.
Daily cleaning of horse stables saves time and bedding, improves animal health and comfort, and reduces disease risk. Using a modern litter carrier speeds work and keeps stalls presentable with minimal effort.
The article argues that maintaining good milk cows is the cheapest and best way to provide wholesome food for families. It notes the high savings on bills and positions milk as a superior substitute for costly foods, stressing there is no economic method without plenty of milch cows on the farm.
A fragment notes that when chicks get wet they tend to chill, and chilling is likely to be followed by digestive troubles. The text suggests wet conditions impact poultry health and comfort.
A brief exchange shows two individuals pledging sympathy to a movement opposing Mexico, with one confirming their support and another affirming theirs. The dialogue reflects aligned sentiment without additional context.
A Courier-Journal line portrays a tense remark about reviewing a man’s financial standing. The quote highlights concern over credibility and status in a possibly provocative exchange between unidentified speakers.
Advert repeat touts Grove's Old Standard Tonic as a general tonic with quinine and iron. It claims benefits for liver function malaria defense blood enrichment and overall system strength at 50 cents.
Arthur Williams of the American Museum of Safety tells a New York reporter that annual industry deaths reach 35,000 and injuries 1,500,000. He argues a safeguard law could prevent most, and mocks the persistence needed to pass such law with a housewife analogy from a cucumber cream sales example.
Baseball takes root in England as Canadians in London area form a league. With football season September to April and cricket in summer, baseball gains momentum after war disruptions and county cricket's suspension, spurring optimism for a lasting future.
Captain Sparks shows visitors a ramshackle engine and odd devices claiming the village summons its fire crew by postcard. The humorous remark highlights the lack of telegraph or telephone setup and the village method of calling firefighters.
A doctor urges a total change of scene for a patient whose condition he calls very serious. The patient, puzzled, learns his occupation is a scene shifter, prompting a humorous exchange reported by the New York Globe.
A fragment notes a woman could make a neighborly call in two minutes if allowed 15 minutes to say goodbye, illustrating a paradox of time allocation in social visits.
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