Iowa pheasantry at Washington runs hundreds of birds
The Washington pheasantry operated by Harold Hayes under a game breeder license has grown from a few birds to hundreds, shipping to U S destinations including Cuba and Canada. Six varieties exist, three sporting and three ornamental, with the Pine Bird notes on decline of native timber pheasants and a call for organized conservation and legislative action.
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Iowa
Washington
Harold Hayes
Hayes
U. S
Cuba
Canada
Amherst
Washington Journal
Mississippi
Allamakee County
Iowa Fish Specialist Tennant Helps Seining Effort Across Lakes
Harry Tennant, an Iowa state employee and expert fisherman, oversaw seining from northern Iowa lakes due to low water. His crew worked on Diamond Welch and Center lakes, transferring game fish to Spirit and West Okoboji. Tennant, residing in Arnolds Park, is also a noted taxidermist showcased at the state fair.
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Harry Tennant
Iowa
Harry
Diamond Lake
Welch Lake
Center Lake
Spirit
West Okoboji
Tennant
Arnolds Park
Clinton County Issues Record Hunters and Fishermen Licenses
Clinton County reports a record number of licenses issued to hunters and fishermen for the year, with a total of 3,479 licenses granted. An additional 222 trapping licenses were issued in Clinton County.
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Iowa
Clinton County
Carl Lohr
Izaak Walton League Work in Maquoketa Brightens Birds
The Maquoketa I W League chapter in Jackson County funds and distributes bird feed during heavy snows.Members, including rural mail carriers, clear spaces along highways for birds to access the feeds. Private locals also participate, showing conservation is a core aim of these sportsmen groups.
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Izaak Walton m
I. W. League
Maquoketa
Jackson County
League
Izaak Walton fish fry draws hundreds in Maquoketa
The Izaak Walton league plans a February fish fry in Maquoketa Jackson county expected to attract more than 300 attendees, following last year’s larger turnout. The event showcases local cooking skill and community enthusiasm for fish dishes.
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Maquoketa
Jackson County
Izaak Walton
Iowa's 25 year plan promoted by Crane for game and fish
The piece urges public support for a state driven program to stock woods and streams, operate hatcheries and game farms, and employ wardens. It emphasizes that license fees should fund active conservation rather than mere expectations of government provision. It calls on all agencies to aid in preserving game and fish resources for future generations.
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Iowa
Jacob Crane
State Fish and Game Department
The
Conservation Board
Conservation survey outlines Iowa population shifts and soil needs
Jacob Crane heads a 25 year plan with assistant George W. Olcott reporting that southern Iowa counties lose population while northern counties grow. Areas with erosion and poor soils show greatest need for soil conservation, reforestation, surface water protection, wildlife and recreation planning for future Iowa needs.
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Jacob Crane
Iowa
George W. Olcott
Crane
Olcott
Roosevelt Prohibition Stance Likely To Shape Democratic Nominations
The Boston Transcript notes Gov. Roosevelt's position on liquor laws remains hazy. He is rumored to favor repeal of the eighteenth amendment, pleasing southern drys while provokin g distrust among northern wets and some Washington dry leaders. Opposition within his party cites insecurity and a demand for a more decisive candidate.
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Boston Transcript
Gov. Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Washington
Ward Off the Flu Advice From State Health Commissioner
State health commissioner Dr. E. C. Steelsmith links influenza outbreak in Towa to mild morning temperatures and cold afternoons. He urges proper clothing, adequate food, plenty of water, warm dry feet, and sufficient sleep to prevent illness.
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E. C. Steelsmith
Towa
What a World in Prison and White House
In a stark contrast, Gandhi gains two pounds in three weeks of confinement while Mr. Hoover loses twenty seven pounds in the White House. The German stance on debts unsettles creditors who pace at night, reflecting a troubled global mood.
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New York Times
Gandhi
Mr. Hoover
White House
Germany
Ingenious Orb Spider Rebuilds Web Each Evening
An orange tan orb spider arrives at the same moment nightly to weave a new web over its frame. The simple triad of spokes anchors to leaves and grass with crowfoot fastenings while a center hub acts as a feast hall. After capture and meal, the web is removed and devoured to spin anew.
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Gardena
Population of Babylon Has Been Overestimated
Classic estimates of ancient Babylon’s population vary widely. Some argue up to 5,000,000 if it resembled a European city, but agricultural land around Babylon seems insufficient for such numbers. Terhans and others suggest 1,000,000 to 1,200,000, with Selucia at about 600,000 as evidence Babylon’s peak may have been smaller.
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Babylon
Turkey
Babsion
Terhans
Selucia
Strabo
Pliny
Minister Invited for Dinner Sparks Child Banter at Jones Home
In a household scene, a minister dining with the Jones family overhears comments about gender. Four boys await a second serving while one eavesdrops and blurts out a humorous, gendered retort, provoking further jests about who would have been a girl.
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Jones
Tam
Centennial of Heinrich von Stephan Celebrated in Germany
The hundredth anniversary of Heinrich von Stephan, famed as the father of the modern postal system, was modestly celebrated in Germany. From humble origins he became director of the Royal Prussian post and engineered the world postal union effective July 1, 1875.
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Halled
Heinrich von Stephan
Germany
Royal Prussian Post
World Postal Union
Berne
von Stephan
Let her go Gallagher in Dance Poster Origin Claim
Dr Frank H Vizetelly cites an Americanism origin dispute about “Let her go” with a 1991 note from Fr Gallagher of Youngstown Ohio. He recalls posters for a Salamanca New York dance tied to Gallacher girls in the post office amid local social events.
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Frank H. Vizetelly
Gallagher
Gallacher
The Proper Comeback in a Social Gaffe
A visitor from England puzzled over the proper reply to an American greeting. An anecdote recalls the old Duke of Beaufort who, when an American said Pleased to meet you, shot back And you d n well ought to be.
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Duke of Beaufort
Emmpty
Boston Transcript
Compliment From Mrs Brown Leaves Boy Unsure
Mrs Jones praises Jerry with a compliment from Mrs Brown who calls him a fine boy. Jerry questions Mrs Brown’s knowledge of him, while his mother agrees her neighbor may not know the real truth.
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Mrs. Jones
Jerry
Sculpture From Brick Draws Attention At Exhibition
A renowned sculptor, famed for marble and clay, debuted brick carved figures at a recent show. At first glance they resembled ancient relics from dusty Orient tombs. The burnt slag finish gave the pieces a convincing steel-like gleam.
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Orient
The Beginners 4 Novel by Henry Kitchell Webster
A listing for The Beginners 4 Novel by Henry Kitchell Webster published by Gapwright through the Bebbe Morrill Company U N Service appears. The data presents a catalog-style entry with author and publisher credits.
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Henry Kitchell Webster
Gapwright
Bebbe- Morrill Company
U.N. U. Service
Edward Tries Selling But Fails In Series Of Garages
Edward leaves the insurance office to seek a sale across garages. He endures polite rejections and growing fatigue, then learns a new sales angle from a rival dealer offering profitable markup on trouble lights, realizing his approach is flawed. He notes the contrast between secure office life and street hustling.
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Edith
Edward
Insurance Company
iIt
Mariner
Edward and Mariner Face Off Over Westward Sales Push
Edward weighs a bold shift from local peddling to nationwide expansion for their vaporizer business. He challenges Mariner to put aside grand plans, admit past shirking, and directly sell in the West while targeting Cook County first. Mariner resists, clinging to a coast drive to prove the product’s value.
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Julia
Edward
Mariner
Edith
St. Louis
Kansas
California
Kansas City
Sheridan Road
Milwaukee
Cook County
Patterson
Helen
Edward and Mariner Plot A Bold Venture Over Money
Edward contemplates funding Mariner's venture with a five hundred dollar check to start a trip that could free Mariner from his life. Mariner accepts, hoping the plan will pay off and erase his burdens while Edward admits the expense may be worth the risk.
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Patterson
Laynelt
Edward
Marker
Mariner
Kansas City
Sayings of the Wise and Proverb-Like Maxims
A garbled compilation of quotes from various figures on governance, morality, taxation, and work ethic. It mentions Assemblyman Cuvillier and prohibition director A W Woodcock, Randolph Churchill, and Pennese Fr WwW, but the sourcing is unclear and fragmented with misprints.
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