Wildlife sanctuaries and game farms urge boost in supplies
The American Game Protective Association notes refuges and farms as key to expanding U S game supplies. States like Pennsylvania California New Jersey and New York operate or plan farms breeding ringneck pheasant wild turkey quail and more. Captive breeding raises production and aids pest control while protecting habitats and wildlife.
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New York
Iowa
Washington
Illinois
California
Delaware
Connecticut
Kentucky
Louisiana
Massachusetts
Oregon
New Jersey
West Virginia
Wisconsin
American Game Protective Association
Forkedriver
Ernest Napier
Desiree Clary and Bernadotte: Sweden’s Napoleonic Dynasty
The piece recalls how Napoleon’s legacy shaped Sweden through Jean Bernadotte, who became Charles XIV John, and Desiree Clary, his future wife. It covers Desiree’s early betrothal to Joseph Bonaparte, her later marriage to Bernadotte, Napoleon’s suggestion that Julie Clary marry Joseph, and Desiree’s long life witnessing three generations of Bernadottes on the Swedish throne.
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Napoleon
Sweden
Charles John
Bernadotte
Desiree
Josephine de Beauharnais
Desiree Clary
Jean Martelot
Marseilles
M. Albitte
Joseph Bonaparte
Clarys
Bonapartes
Joseph
Julie
Julie Clary
Bernadette
Egypt
Bernadottes
New Magistrate Seeks Pay Cut From 8000 To 7000
A newly appointed magistrate requests reducing his salary from 8000 to 7000 after the chief magistrate position was abolished but pay kept at 8000. He argues the extra was due to an accident and aims to avoid extra compensation for the same duties. The city is urged to adjust his pay accordingly.
A Jealous Nature
Jagsby claims he signed the pledge after pleas from the fair sex. A temperance delegation met him in his office and he yielded. Mrs. Jagsby, though not part of the delegation, resents the idea he quit at women's urging.
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Jagsby
Chile Expands Irrigated Land And Available Resources
Chile is irrigating more than 2,300,000 acres of land and has nearly that amount more available for irrigation, signaling a major push in agricultural water use and development.
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Chile
Fern Garden Tips for Rockery Planting and Care
Ferns grow best in settled weather and can be started in shallow pans with mixed ferns. Use fine sand and peaty loam, cover with glass, provide shade, and avoid overwatering. When warm weather arrives transplant to the rockery and plan a continuous bloom sequence from spring to autumn.
Est Varieties That Grow With Little Attention
The note describes plant varieties that require minimal care and thrive in any soil. It highlights easy maintenance and adaptability, suggesting suitable options for low effort gardening.
Forest Fires Labeled Preventable by Forest Service
Forest Service warns that over half of U S forest fires are preventable as the fire season opens across most national forests. Analysis of 7 000 fires on national forests last season and 10 000 fires on state and private lands supports the claim.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States
The
Forest Service
Suburb of Chicago Finds Itself in the War Zone
Morgan Park youths staged a make believe battle on Prospect avenue and Groveland court with two trenches and mock rifles. Police Lieut Burns halted the skirmish, the youths surrendered, and guns were confiscated while flags and uniforms were returned as relics.
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Morgan Park
Prospect Avenue
Groveland Court
Charles B. Burns
Blue
Central Park Sightseeing by New York Police Instructs Rookies
In Central Park a new sight-seeing service uses police green cars carrying rookies on weekends to show topographical features to new officers. A veteran officer narrates stops including Donkey hill Pigeon hill Lovers Lane Heiser's hill and mentions ghost legends and quiet posts.
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HW York
Central Park
Police Department
Vetean Park
Donkey Hill
Pigeon Hill
Heiser’s Hill
Suicide Lawn
Cat Hill
Bees Swarm Through Atlanta Crowd and Roof Top
A swarm from the country caused a sensation in downtown Atlanta as bees climbed 17 stories over the Healey building and settled on the Central club roof. Insurance man Ernest Deacon captured the queen with a packing box and canvas, convincing onlookers the bees would not sting while swarming. The hive now rests in his backyard.
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Tlanta
Atlanta
Peachtree Street
Healey
Central Club
Ernest Deacon
Empire Building
Georgia
Deacon
Topeka Plans a Municipal Skunk Farm for Profit
Topeka city officials announce a plan to set up a skunk farm in Lakewood Park as a revenue source. Parks Commissioner W L Porter says eight skunks will be purchased and, with proper feed, their hides could yield profits. he projects 512 hides in three years worth about $2,040. Deodorized skunks are promoted as profitable and pleasant pets.
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Opeka
Kan
Topeka
Lakewood Park
W. L. Porter
Porter
Gage Park Zoo
Moving West Was My Costly Folly Advised By A Move
A Staples Minn man recounts his 1910s homestead attempt to Canada and Montana. He sold for 1400 dollars after debts and auctioned personal property, moved to Montana, then returned with 3500 dollars in debts and no cattle. He warns readers to think twice before relocating.
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St. Paul
Staples
Minn
Canada
Outlook
Saskatchewan
Montana
Not Likely Yarn Tales Break Morning Conversation
A man who told long-winded stories begins a curious morning exchange with a companion who asks if anyone listened to his yarns. The brief dialogue unfolds as the two men interact over storytelling and attention.
Cuticura Emollients Offered Free Sample by Mail
Tender sensitive skins benefit from Cuticura Soap and fragrant emollients noted for quick effective use on skin scalp hair and hands. Also suitable for toilet bath and nursery. Free samples by mail with a book available by postcard address Cuticura Dept XY Boston. Sold everywhere Adv.
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Cuticura
Dept. XY
Boston
Not So Bad as That in Farm Life Cartoon
Humorous exchange about aging sparks light ribbing in a Farm Life cartoon panel. A wife calls her husband an old cat and he protests, turning a domestic quip into a gentle joke about age.
Castoria Ad Reminder Uses Safe Remedy for Infants
An old advertisement urges mothers to examine every bottle of Castoria for the signature and notes it has been in use for over 30 years. It claims children cry for Fletcher's Castoria and promotes its safety for infants and children.
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Fletcher
Municipal Research Chickens
City officials discuss urban poultry research with two chicken breeds. One breed lays eggs for breakfast, the other provides meat. The brief notes potential policy considerations for city residents keeping backyard flocks.
Drink Denison's Coffee Ady Ball Blue
A dated advertisement suggests using Red Cross Ball Blue to delight the laundress and promote good health. It links coffee from Denison with social advice and hints at government job pursuit as a virtue, reflecting period marketing and beliefs.
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