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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1912
Page
2
A patriotic all day party plan for children features flag hunt games, ring toss with tri color ribbons, candy torpedoes, Uncle Sam prizes, and a sunlit lawn program. Activities include a flag search, donkey game, bubble contests, sand forts and clam digging on beach picnics.
The board reports that two thirds of Massachusetts crossing fatalities occurred despite gates and flagmen in operation. People still attempt to beat trains for a minute saved, risking death or severe injuries, while protective devices remain in use.
Captain Gardiner leads divers uncovering gold and silver from the Lutine wreck off Holland. They have raised about three quarters of a bucket of coins and found crusted ingots resembling gold bars, with 1800 gold bars and 401 silver bars aboard. He expects to reach the main treasure in July with the main obstacle a cemented mass of cannon balls.
The dialogue shows a writer planning phases of work including drafting advertisements and press notices before completing the book. It reflects a humorously cyclic view of the writing process. The exchange mentions self advertising and a sequential workflow from ads to notices to the final manuscript.
A dialogue centers on clock making tradesmen competing over hours. One craftsman jokes about others striking, while the other responds that his workers always receive fair hours and no one seeks more than an eight hour day, reflecting labor tensions and pride in wage fairness.
The Providence Journal notes a deplorable spirit of recklessness in the state. It argues safety can be ensured only by abolishing the cross. The editorial reflects strong stance on public safety and symbol removal.
A playful exchange notes Mrs. Piffer was set for a New York visit but rushed to the hospital. The mishap doubles talk about her, highlighting how an unplanned detour fuels local chatter.
In a playful exchange a speaker questions why horses aren’t used on polar expeditions. The other retorts that horses would struggle in icy terrain, suggesting improvised options like ice skates as a humorous alternative.
A detailed guide on choosing brood sows emphasizing pure breeding, large even litters, vigor, proper conformation, and pasture grazing. It covers gestation management, farrowing prep, feeding adjustments, and disease avoidance, including remedies for piglet scours and separation of piglets from the sow.
Government biological survey officials report the English sparrow may become a viable enemy of the alfalfa weevil. The pest threatens alfalfa regions of the west, with Utah and parts of Wyoming already affected and several states at risk. Parasitic allies from Italy will be sent to Utah for immediate use, though sparrow deployment depends on finding no better control.
The article stresses giving a herd bull ample daily exercise and strong feeding to maintain breeding energy and calf quality. Exercise methods include paddock runs treadmills or staking. Without activity a bull loses vigor, reducing herd value and delaying successful cow breeding.
The article argues for selecting cows by maximum dairy capacity and feeding to that capacity. It warns that feeding all herd members equally may waste feed on low producers while underfeeding efficient cows, urging producers to match rations to each cow's production potential.
A Minnesota farmer reports placing a life size dummy of a man with a stick gun in his pasture to deter dogs from his flock. The dummy is removed each morning and reappeared at varying locations each night, designed to suppress the sheep killing dog’s approach.
Radishes originated in China and were once vivid with sharp flavor. In Germany mothers used radish juice with sugar candy to ease coughs. Today's radishes are described as lacking flavor or character compared with their former biting taste.
Carbolic acid rated as a top disinfectant. Mix with water at 1 to 20 for spray in poultry and hog houses and dairy barns. Add an ounce of acid to a gallon of whitewash for interior application.
Guidance suggests dissolving fresh lime in water to saturate soil and roots when white worms appear in potted plant soil. Application advises leaving lime water in the soil to ensure thorough saturation.
Advice warns diseased wood on a tree cannot be renewed and should be removed to permit new growth. Delaying removal increases risk of wider damage and loss to the tree over time.
The report shows average farm size fell from 146 acres in 190Q to 148 acres in 1919, indicating a decrease in farm tract sizes across the region.
The lingeriy hat has gained favor for midsummer wear and easy amateur millinery. Since its advent about eight years ago its beauty and becomingness have driven steady success.
The article outlines two lightweight hat models ideal for midsummer wear. It describes wire frames covered with net and silk, shirring techniques on the brim and crown, and optional lace frills with braid trim. Ribbon roses and foliage finish the crowns, with color provided by sashes and loops.
Pretty materials like mother of pearl sterling silver and white celluloid enhance workbox accessories. Tips of tape monaur es glove-menders stocking darners and ribbon runners use these materials. Needlebooks feature suede covers embroidered edges and labels darning embroidery ordinary sewing. Pincushions depict nations with bisque heads and regional costumes including Italian Swiss French Punjabi and Native American styles.
An old mirror frame, purchased for fifteen cents, was transformed into a mahogany tray. The glass mercury was removed with turpentine and a silver dollar, then a poinsettia material backing and red flannel were added. Handles cost ten cents each. total cost slightly over one dollar, yet such a tray would cost about ten dollars new.
The guest room should prioritize comfort over mere beauty with airy, cool summers and warm winters. It must include conveniences of a sleeping and sitting room, a shelf for books and magazines, and thoughtful touches like old magazines to evoke forgotten reminiscences.
Fashion notes highlight a new novelty parasol called the dome or barrel gaining favor. A cerise char meuse gown with mahogany velvet girdle, taffetas and crapes prominent, blue millinery in vivid shades, fuller skirts with tunics and double or triple skirts, Mechlin lace on evening gowns, trimming with cords, gruchings, puffings and pleatings, real lace stockings often bead embroidered, and long taffeta wraps to pair with chiffon or mousseline frocks.
In despairing moments for novelty prizes, buy adjustable shoe trees and decorate with ribbon and a bow. Small tasteful tokens like tally cards, painted prizes, or packs of good playing cards suit card parties. Avoid personal items as prizes and favor universal gifts such as dainty handkerchiefs or guest towels. A voile flouncing with pompadour embroidery and fringe offers a novel, attractive option.
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