Yuletide in Many Lands previews a world Christmas
The article surveys customs in England Ireland Germany Lapland Norway Sweden Denmark Russia France Italy Spain and America describing plum puddings gingerbread gift exchanges Christmas trees and family rituals, noting differences in mood and tradition across nations and cultures during the holiday season.
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Spain
Sweden
England
Italy
New York
British Isles
Ireland
Rony
Denmark
Yuletide
Russia
France
America
Mary P. Pringle
Clara A. Urann
Sky signs replace failed London siren in warnings
The Dundee Advertiser notes London authorities replace the ineffective siren with sky signs after past failures to warn of invasion. It recalls Napoleon threatening England, with roads to London sealed and signals like beacons at night and smoke by day considered for alerting the City Fencibles.
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London
England
Vartoua
Napoleon
Boulogne
Dundee Advertiser
Heartfelt California Tribute to an Army Mule
A San Diego Union contributor praises a battle mule noting that when a horse is shot its mate reacts in chaos while a mule remains patient and waits for another animal to take its place in the line of duty.
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California
San Diego
Armouse
Corea Iron Ore Output Reaches 245418 Tons in 2016
Corea produced 245 418 tons of iron ore in 2016, reflecting a steady output level for the year and marking the industrial activity in the region.
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Corea’s Iron Ore
Corea
Cowhide Horseshoes Somehow Made in Australia
An Australian claim notes horseshoes crafted from cowhide are produced in Australia. The report presents the claim without further verification or details on production methods or suppliers.
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Australia
Name Trees for Hindenburg Seventieth Birthday Plantings
Germany marks Hindenburgs seventieth by planting trees named after him across the country extending the Bismarck oak precedent. Patriots plant fruit trees as well, hoping future children will harvest apples and pears in coming years on October 21.
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Hindenburg
Germany
Conversation on dining plans and pledges
A brief exchange contrasts a food conservationist vows with a promise to skip dinner at home. One character questions the other about complaining when dinner plans are disrupted by a phone call.
Fragmentary talk hints at revenge and fate in dialogue
A fragmented dialogue shows two people recalling a robbery and pondering revenge. One mentions justice being dismissed as fate may nolle pros several cases, as another character remains unsure about pursuing action.
A True Philosopher Joke About the Philosopher's Stone
A wry exchange imagines the philosopher's stone as a joke about not throwing it at others. The quip casts philosophy in playful terms and hints at restraint. The fragment reflects light humor on ancient mystique.
Plums as Symbol of Hindenburg Gift to Fatherland
The phrase frames plums as symbolic reminders of the fruits Hindenburg bestowed upon Germany for all time, a nationalist image tying a fruit to national memory and leadership.
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Hindenburg
Lost customer tale ends with a boy and a dog clue
A collector interviewing a four year old is directed by the child to a dog near by when asked about Mr and Mrs Green and their new address. The boy points to the dog and says there is their dog, he ought taf -v.
Food. Essential for Armies Breeding Hogs for Meat
Federal officials urge immediate hog breeding to boost meat supply for soldiers and allied civilians. They cite a 15 percent national increase target, with state targets from Missouri to Kentucky, leveraging abundant feed crops to raise more sows and slash prices while pork exports rise.
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United States
United States Department of Agriculture
S Ag
Missouri
Alabama
Town
Kansas
Indiana
Illinois
Mississippi
Arkansas
South Carolina
Ohio
Kentucky
Tewnesade
Maryland
North Carolina
Michigan
Nebraska
West Virginia
Georgia
Tve
Delayed Fall Planting Advised For Fruit Trees
United States Department of Agriculture recommends delaying fall planting of fruit trees due to vitality loss. In northern regions with cold weather the best timing is late November or December. spring planting may be safer. Apple trees tolerate fall planting further north than peaches and other less hardy varieties. Missouri station findings show root action starts only after surface ground freezes, risking vitality loss for early fall plantings.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Missouri Experiment Station
Soda Lye Not Effective Worm Remedy for Hogs
Department of Agriculture specialists report that soda lye provides no value as a remedy or preventive for hog worms and is unlikely to help similar intestinal parasites in other animals. Tests feeding hogs soda lye showed persistent infestation and even increased spread over 2 1/2 to 4 months of treatment.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Department of Agriculture
Decline in Hen Fertility Probed by Maine Station
The article notes a steady decline in the fertility of hens and roosters after the first breeding season. Researchers Raymond and Pearl at the Maine Station present careful studies supporting the finding.
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Raymond, Pearl
Maine
All Kinds of Stock Advice for Mixed Livestock
The piece urges farmers to diversify livestock rather than raising only one kind. It stresses mixing cattle horses hogs and sheep in proper proportion regardless of farm size to balance risks and improve farm robustness.
Sheep and Hogs Digestive Tracts Question Drug Value
The department warns that a parasitic drug tested only on hogs may lack value for sheep and other ruminants due to digestive differences. Manufacturers of soda lye are warned to remove labels claiming worm remedies and face Insecticide Act labeling requirements.
Better Protection for Game Is Urged
The 1917 game laws summary shows over 200 laws enacted by states and territories to protect migratory birds and big game. Seventy-eight states or jurisdictions codified statutes, shortening shooting seasons and banning killing of sage grouse, quail, prarie chickens, wild turkeys, doves and shorebirds locally for years. Mount McKinley park in Alaska becomes a federal game reservation, with sixteen state preserves in California and others in Montana Wyoming Arizona Idaho Oklahoma Oregon Tennessee Washington Wisconsin. Changes in deer elk antelope and sheep protection dominated big game rules.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Biological Survey
Severn
Mount McKinley Park
Alaska
Uude
Lurty
California
Montana
Wyoming
Arizona
Idaho
Oklahoma
Oregon
Tennessee
Washington
Wisconsin
A Bull's Worth in Show Ring Value
A bull's value rests on usefulness to a sire's lineage rather than show ring fame. Show appeal may be temporary while enduring worth lies in breeding and practical use.
Developing a Healthy Calf Stomach and Heart via Air Sunlight Exercise
The note stresses nurturing a calf’s stomach and heart through clean air bright sunlight and ample activity. It links strong digestion and a robust heart to outdoor movement and proper environment for growth.
Sleeves Reflect World History in Fashion Across Eras
The article surveys sleeve designs as mirrors of global eras from medieval to Oriental, noting how armholes shape fit and style. It highlights designers drawing from diverse sources from Directoire to Chinese sleeves, and urges better armhole tailoring for comfort and fit.
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Sulu
Seattle
Paris
McClure
Neatness Becomes Habit Through Daily Grooming
A noted beauty expert advises ten minutes daily for nails, eighty minutes for a bath, and the 100 strokes routine for the hair to start a path to a well groomed appearance. Neatness grows when habitual, eventually becoming a second nature.
Veiling importations showcase refined color blends
New veiling importations feature very light, delicate colors on black or dark mesh. Combinations such as gray with tin, gray with lavender, and tan with lavender appear on backgrounds like beaver brown and black. Colors are used sparingly to create an exceedingly refined effect.
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Weil
Wartime gowns endure amid social duty and sorrow
The New York Herald defends women wearing evening gowns and jewels during wartime social duties. It argues gowns support morale and public spirit while acknowledging the personal strain as loved ones fight abroad in camps, trenches, and at sea.
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New York Herald
Elville
Trench
Velvet hat features and elastic chin or neck band
Description emphasizes a black velvet hat with a turned brim, sweater wool texture, and elastic band options for wear under the chin or at the back of the neck. The Nut color matches the hat, enhancing its coordinated appearance.
Rings Feature Military Motifs Crossed Sabers and Guns
Gold and silver rings for men and women bear designs of crossed sabers crossed guns and insignia representing every military branch.
Three-quarter Sleeve Attire Noted At Wedding
Three-quarter length sleeves and elbow length gloves marked several smart afternoon outfits at a recent wedding. The attire reflects formal guest fashion and suburban wedding style cues.
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Smmart
Bobbed Hair Trend Spreads From Paris to America
Paris reports Bohemian art students adopt bobbed hair and Americans may follow. The short cut is favored for practicality, hygiene, and alignment with a masculine uniform in government service work at home or at the front.
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Paris
America
Belted Dresses Remain Fashion Standout for Four Seasons
The article notes belted fashions across garments for young women. The belt appears on one piece dresses, coats, smocks, and suit jackets with many variations. The style has persisted for at least four seasons.
Evening hats described with tinsel lace and velvet brims
The article notes evening hats featuring tinsel lace crowns or brims and sport hats with felt duvetyn or velvet crowns. It suggests they pair with morning tattored suits or long outside coats of duvetyn cashmere velour or Itussian bolivin, while feather or velvet hats seem less suited.
Fur Dolmans Again in Fashion
All fur coats are in style with a new take on the dolman silhouette. Designers show coats built in the old-fashioned dolman shape, including a mink example with matched stripes and fur cuff bands at hand-slits.
Velvet and Satin Tie Fashion to Afternoon Style
Fashion notes predict a vogue for combinations of black velvet and satin with sheer fabrics. Delicate embroidery and touches of tar are mentioned as relieving elements in the restrained afternoon look.
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Norway
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