Children Should Be Given a Place in All the Activities of the Home
The article argues that children deserve a defined role in family life and in national conservation efforts. It urges recognizing maturity early, giving boys and girls tasks such as small plots to farm, and notes that from government reports last year, over 1,000,000 was earned by youths. It laments city life eroding the “members of the firm” family dynamic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
America
Arts and Crafts
Department of Dress
I. Cout
McClure
Akra North Dakota Turns War Shortage Into Sock Drive
In Akra North Dakota on the Canadian border women form a Red Cross society during wartime. Faced with yarn shortages the council orders husbands and sweethearts to shear sheep or bring in fleeces. Grandmothers spin wool and produce about sixty socks per day for soldiers.
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Akra
Africa
Italy
North Dakota
Les
Portsmouth Times
Red Cross
Red Cross Society
Wargo
Bismark
Killing Two Birds
A mining town ambulance class forms from frequent accidents with miners volunteering. After months of practice and a final exam an exchange mocks daylight treatment by pairing a frostbitten man with one sunburned, suggesting absurd remedies.
Mountain of Honey Bees Nest in Griffiths Park Rock
Bees inhabit a highly perforated rock in Griffiths Park near Los Angeles and harvest large quantities of honey. The industrious insects deter would be collectors due to stings, with bees seen around the rock at all hours storing honey.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Griffith's Park
Promenade of Smiles Phrases in Quotation Round
A brief comic exchange centers on a boy and girl as the girl recalls a remark from her father about a kiss. The punch line is the father’s comment that the kiss was encouraging, highlighting a lighthearted family moment.
Little Village Seeks Big Hospital
In a terse exchange the small village asks why it needs a large hospital while a traveler notes the town sits along a major automobile speedway. The dialogue hints at tension between local needs and regional access.
Flag-raising accident claims uncle's life
A man assisting with a porch flagpole suffered a fatal fall as his uncle, identified as Ben, was reported to have fallen and broken his neck while mounting an American flag. The incident drew a patriotic response from his wife as she voiced support.
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Ben
Real Poultry Houses Best for Healthy Fowls
The article stresses simple, practical poultry houses with natural light dryness and ventilation. It recommends 4 square feet per fowl for space, 12 feet wide for efficiency, and a 20 by 25 foot house for about 100 birds with ample yard. Emphasizes cleanliness, vermin control, and cost-effective interior fittings.
The American Face Critique by Dr Hrdlicka
The article reports Dr. Hrdlicka's analysis of pure American physical traits. He describes high oval faces with long noses and medium breadth mouths and ears, noting women may appear narrower. He adds that the original American face remains long but is gradually becoming less broad with subtler jaws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hrdiieka
Ellis Island
Hrdlicka
A Legal Courtship And Domestic Banter
A humorous exchange features a young lawyer suing for his daughter's hand and a judge replying with a rule against him. The dialogue shifts to domestic life as a cook burns steak and Mrs. Torkins questions coal costs, highlighting lighthearted social quips.
Southbound Health Quest For A Doctor
A patient seeks medical guidance on traveling south for health benefits while the spouse suggests consulting another physician as an alternative option. The exchange centers on choosing between a new doctor and a regional move for treatment.
Ingenious Magnetic Coast Defense Proposed in 1890s
A United States defense idea proposed in the 1890s involved building giant magnets along the coast to derange enemy ships’ compasses. A test near New York used a magnet from two cannons and iron rails, claiming to disrupt any ship within six miles and force navies ashore, but the plan was never pursued and ultimately discarded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Camme
Engineer Corps
New York City
Sinbad
Relics of Robinson Crusoe Found by English Doctor
Dr A W Davis of Tenbury recounts visiting Largo Fifeshire and viewing Selkirk heirlooms tied to Robinson Crusoe. A sea chest marked A B and a coconut shell cup tipped with silver belonged to Alexander Selkirk, with a Selkirk musket later given away.
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A. W. Davis
Tenbury
England
Largo
Fifeshire
Alexander Selkirk
Selkirk
Robinson Crusoe
Juan Fernandez
Return of the Primitive in French Paper Mills
War conditions revive old fashioned methods in France where several mills dating to the sixteenth century resume operation. Mechanical pulp is ground with a stone mill powered by water and drying is done by hand as modern facilities face material and power shortages.
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France
Wall Street Journal
Reversing the Compliment
A cashier with a portly build frowns at a typed statement. He compliments the typist on her writing craft. She jokes that they are different, noting his skill with figures but lacking a celebrated figure.
Wise and Otherwise in a Measured Warning
A column reflecting on notions of merit effort and reward notes that marriage awards, club intentions, and charity are imperfect paths to recognition. It contrasts the meek inheritance with earned success, and jokes that money and success diverge when wealth can come without merit.
Warship Captain Lonely Yet Rules With Autostatic Sway
The article portraits a warship captain isolated by duty living in near royal seclusion aboard a steel floating city. He governs with autocratic sway while others share wardroom camaraderie. a sentry guards his door and only a chosen portion of deck is his domain at sea and in harbor.
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London Mall
Shipping livestock cooperatives expand marketing reach
United States Department of Agriculture outlines how stock shipping associations help dairy districts move excess cattle calves and lambs to market, increasing net returns and reducing local buyers. Minnesota leads with about 200 associations, others follow in Wisconsin Nebraska Iowa and more. Managers consolidate regional stock sales lowering shipping costs and improving speed to market. Formation requires minimal capital and a simple bylaw structure with optional incorporation for legal protection.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Gire Stock Shipping Associations
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Nebraska
Iowa
North Dakota
South Dakota
Kansas
Michigan
Iinois
Indiana
Ohio
Important Factors in Fattening Pigs
A Colorado Agricultural College bulletin reviews feed strategies for market pigs. Grinding corn saves costs. replacing part of corn with rolled barley is advised if barley is cheaper. Protein and mineral rich feeds like tankage or meal supplements improve gains, with tankage proving especially economical. Alfalfa meal may be viable but tankage remains the more economical option for profitable hog production.
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T. EB
Leiper
Colorado Agricultural College
Fort Collins
Colo
Henry
Colorado
Peltry Dominates Winter Fashion In New York
A YMCA of fur dominates this winter style with lavish peltry seen on coats hats and cuffs while contrasting fabrics push economical dress. The piece notes wristlets peplums and patchwork fur designs alongside peasants blouses as versatile wardrobe solutions amid fashion’s thrift turn.
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Red Cross
Velvet Cape with Fur Trimming Trends for Smart Wardrobe
The article notes short velvet capes edged with cheap fur as a current fashion, with patterns available in stores. It recommends velvet and silk for lining, soft flannel interlining for warmth, and suggests hats and mitts to match, highlighting practical DIY guidance for a stylish, modern look.
Rations of Pigs for Effective Fattening
The article explains maintaining bulk in pigs rations to distend the digestive system so pigs can handle large feed quantities during fattening while avoiding over nourishment. It emphasizes balance between fullness and nourishment.
Crowding Fowls Wastes Food and Space
A historical note argues that crowding poultry into a single house reduces growth and efficient use of feed. Ample space for the birds is essential for healthy development and optimal food conversion.
Cows Freshen Reminder for Winter Breeding
Farmers are advised to breed cows in January or early February so they freshen in the fall. Ensure cows are fed well and receive proper attention to keep them in ample flesh for successful calving.
Kill Destructive Insects Clean Waste Places on Farm
Cleaning up waste places does more than improve looks it destroys millions of destructive insects. The note emphasizes farm sanitation and pest control as essential to reducing insect damage.
Fall Hatched Chicka
Fall hatched chickens need not suffer during winter if the poultry house is good. They are ready to fry or broil at a time when prices are likely to be good.
Winter Fashions Highlight Georgette Frocks and Velvet Hats
A vintage survey of winter style notes grey georgette frocks with blue bead embroidery and overskirts, feathered ornaments on velvet hats, colored georgette or chiffon collars replacing white ones, and brown velvet millinery. It mentions Sam Browne belts gaining popularity for women and predicts rising demand for Pongee silk, plus new pajama bustles created by wide ribbon ruffles.
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Sam Browne
Fashion Note on Confidence From a Well Cut Suit
A well cut suit gives a woman freedom to go anywhere at any hour with confidence and a sense of stylish propriety. The writing emphasizes poise, taste, and versatile elegance in everyday attire.
Knitting Hints On Joining Yarn And Binding Off
Instructions describe joining yarn without knots by inserting new yarn through a large needle eye and stitching the old yarn end then twisting. It notes binding off can be tedious but achievable with a crochet hook by crocheting each stitch and lifting off the kalt tag needle.
How to Clean Black Satin Fabric Safely
The article advises dusting the fabric carefully, smoothing fat surfaces, and applying with a brush or flannel. It suggests a strong infusion of black tea or washing with gasoline by dipping and rubbing gently. It warns to avoid creasing and notes color won’t run with these methods.
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Hub
Officers and Management
Women’s Wear
New York
Desert
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