Western Canada described as land of rich wheat and cattle
A Wisconsin Leader correspondent extols Western Canada as a land of opportunity with free homesteads and cheap lands. It notes Canadian government agencies across the U S and details the rush to prairie provinces for fertile soil and high yields.
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Olive crop surge and oil yield in Andalusia reported
Andalusia sees olive crop up 37 percent over three years with olive oil output near 87.5 million pounds. England reports coal at 6.50 per ton. Pennsylvania silk mills organize with about 2 million dollars capital. Illinois hostshoers license law deemed invalid by state courts.
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England
Andalusia
Pennsylvania
Illinois
Threw His Canes Away A Trades Council Statement
Sault Ste. Marie Michigan March 24. Mr C L Smith secretary of the Trades Council publishes his account of illness and recovery. He was very sick and could only walk with two canes but using Dodd’s Kidney Pills he improved after one box then two and finally three boxes cured him completely. He is now well and pain free praising the pills.
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Mich
C. L. Smith
Anne St
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The
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Dodd
Princess Margaret of Connaught a rising European match hope
Princess Margaret of Connaught, Duchess of Connaught’s daughter, is praised as Britain’s likely future alliance candidate. The article highlights her charm, vitality, and palace life, noting a London home move to Clarence House and coronation season entertaining plans. It also touches on French fashion critique and light culinary and maintenance tips.
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Sixyearold Grand Duchess Olga Captures Russian Hearts
The Salic law challenges fail in favor of a possible succession by Grand Duchess Olga six years old as tales of her charm and gravity spread. A famed carriage moment with her sister Anastasia drew cheers in St. Petersburg, showcasing the young royal’s poise and public adoration.
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Russia
Olga
Anastasia
St. Petersburg
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
My Brother Fred the Kind of Man I’ll Be
A child admires his tall kind brother Fred who helps with nails and hammering, mends broken things, calms him when sick, and carries him home. The narrator vows to grow up to be just like Fred, grateful for his big strong arms and patient cheer. The piece, by Emma It. Bailey, appeared in St. Nicholas.
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Emma It
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St. Nicholas
Courting in Holland and Old World Customs
The piece describes Dutch courting Sundays in November Review Decision Purchase and Possession and the traditional public display of couples. It also notes a domestic tip on preventing chapped hands by keeping Indian meat near the sink and dipping hands in moist skin with velvety grains before drying.
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London
Benedict
How to Fit a Stair Carpet for Even Wear
Advice on buying a stair carpet with extra yardage and folding in ends to shift the carpet periodically. This method helps wear distribute evenly, prevents frayed edges on the steps, and avoids unused fresh sections of carpet.
The Gila Monster: Myths and Facts From Country Life in America
The article debunks panic about the gila monster Heloderma suspectum. It describes its habitat in the southwestern United States, slow movements, and fearsome bite compared with rattlers. It notes no venom in teeth, rare water needs, and that Indians avoid it due to ancient superstition.
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Country Life In
America
United States
Arizona
Vegetable Artillery Seed Dispersal Described
A St Louis Globe-Democrat summary notes native plants with explosive seed dispersal. Witch hazel shoots seeds up to 40 feet, wood sorrel resembles a shotgun with many seeds expelled, cranes-bill uses spring-powered catapult action, and vetch pods split and roll to fling seeds.
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St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Elephants Enjoy Snow in Hartford Exhibition
A Hartford Courant report describes trained elephants performing in the snow after a heavy storm. Prof Lockhardt invited guests to watch as the herd played in yard drifts, tossed snow with trunks, and engaged in snowballing before being returned to the barn.
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Conn
The
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Lockhardt
Prof. Lockhardt
Coliseum
Believed Grimm tale prompts thaler token demand
A German tale ends with a girl delivering a thaler to Prof Jacob Grimm hoping the story persuades belief in the wolf tale. Separately a child notes a dressmaker using a typwriter and a bird and cat form unlikely friends in Baltimore.
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Jacob Grimim
Prof
Jacob Grimm
Why Crocodiles Eat Stones
Crocodiles swallow small stones and pebbles to aid grinding of food and digestion. The practice mirrors ostriches, which also ingest stones for similar digestive reasons.
Peruna Tonic Promises Rejuvenation and Digestive Health
Claims from Lena Hilton and Mrs J B Inn cite Peruna as a powerful tonic that cleanses the blood through digestion and boosts nutrition. The ad urges readers with spring fatigue to try Peruna, featuring testimonials and an offer to write to Dr Hartman for free advice.
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Los Angeles
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