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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1907
Page
8
Farm-Life warns about the spotted cowbane or water hemlock a tall wetland weed with purple stems and umbrella blossoms. It is highly poisonous to children and livestock and must be dug up by the roots and disposed of promptly to prevent danger.
The article explains corn smut spreads via sporidia carried by wind and dew rather than seeds. Infection occurs early, aided by bruises on stalks, with no practical seed treatment. Control is limited to removing and burning smut balls, and reducing soil fertility may lower attacks.
A tale of a farmer named Peter who uses crows to curb sparrow pests. Crows overwinter in nearby orchards eating crops and nests. In spring they multiply, raid other bird nests for meat, and effectively reduce the sparrow population, though harsh on songbirds and the farmer plans no patent.
In pot experiments on two soils, researchers compared nitrogen from nitrate of soda, green manure (peas beans and vetches) and beet leaves with oats then mustard. Relative yield effects set nitrate of soda at 100, green manure at 29.3 and beet leaves at 36.5. Utilization efficiency shows nitrate of soda 100, green manure 62.5 and beet leaves 43.
Colorado Agricultural College expert W Pad fock explains cucumber vines bear many male blossoms lacking fruiting pistils and later female blossoms with a miniature cucumber. Insects pollinate outdoors, hand pollination in greenhouses. fertilization triggers fruit growth while vigorous growth and ample moisture support pistillate blossom development.
A Prairie Farmer correspondent describes a tin and wood hopper contraption to fill sacks rapidly. The frame uses tin sides and front riveted from an old self-binder, nailed wood back, three inch boards at the base, and corner hooks to hang the sack. A three foot bolt piece attaches to the hopper back with top holes, hung on a post spike for fast operation.
Middlings and shorts are used interchangeably though shorts often contain ground over bran with mill sweepings and dirt. This material is unsatisfactory for stock feeding and should be avoided. Middlings suit horses best but must be mixed with corn meal oats or other feeds to prevent heaviness and risk of colic.
A historic note advises fumigating with sulphur to drive a flock from a scratching room and burning tar or resin in the lodging room if no better shelter is available.
An advertisement claims a homemade blend of Fluid Extract Dandelion, Compound Karyon, and Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla can treat kidney and bladder issues and rheumatism. It urges readers to buy from a pharmacist, shake, and take a teaspoon after meals and at night, touting strong authority and universal praise.
Poultney Bigelow recalls a humorous anecdote about Horatio Rogers and his failed incubator venture. Rogers boasted having the only $65 bluebottle fly, after spending $50 on an incubator and $15 on eggs, in a suburban train chat.
A forlorn man faced a magistrate for drunkenness and disorderly conduct and quotes a line from Lippincott's. The judge remands him for thirty days and orders a list of names to be run in. The passage weaves in literary lines and a roadside librarian anecdote about Cottage Cheese.
An old coffee user can quit coffee and switch to Postum without loss of morning beverage. When well boiled and served with cream Postum tastes richer than many coffees and rivals fine Java. A ten day to two week transformation occurs as caffeine is removed and replaced by nourishing liquid food.
Roosevelt avenue resident B Frank Doremus recalls severe kidney illness in 1897 with headaches dizziness sleeplessness and dropsy. He weighed 180 pounds before illness and dropped to 125 with leg swelling requiring taping. After using Doans Kidney Pills the swelling eased and urine normalized with pain relief, and he has been well for nine years. Sold by dealers at 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
A Travel Magazine account describes life aboard a mackerel schooner with a 14 man crew plus skipper and cook. Two watch pairs keep the ship moving, with shifts of two hours on and twelve off, and duties include shortening sails and deck work. Forward bunks hold half the crew and the cook, while the other half sleeps aft with the captain. meals occur in two shifts.
Walter W. Paglusch of Chicago says eczema caused relentless itching and sleepless nights until using Cuticura Soap Cuticura and Resolvent Pills costing 125. He reports being completely cured after trying the remedies in October 1906.
A Pettyville citizen mocks a pompous figure while a Puck quote critiques vanity. The notice then promotes Defiance Starch as safe for fine fabrics, highlighting its chemical free formula and strong stiffening power reducing usage for a perfect finish like new.
The passage extols water's health benefits, noting its soothing and hygienic elements in both hot and cold forms. It argues that most people do not drink enough water between meals and suggests broader, varied use would benefit humanity.
A Chong Yingtang dispatch from Peking notes the launch of the first ever native newspaper printed in the Tibetan language. The item adds a remark about a social controversy, noting that giving a woman the last word would hasten its end.
A memory piece on Gladys Vanderbilt and inherited wealth sparks anecdotes about the Commodore Vanderbilt. The column shifts to a laundry ad praising Defiance Starch for better fabric stiffness and finish.
The piece argues that happy marriages are possible when couples marry for love not money or status. It emphasizes the reverent, impassioned love between partners and urges following one’s better nature.
A vintage promotional notice offers a $100 reward for an incurable case of catarrh and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure. It includes testimonials from local businessmen in Toledo and cites internal use of the remedy with a 73 cent per bottle price and sale by druggists.
Consul G H Scidmore reports the estimated value of the Japanese deep sea fishers catch in 1906 at $557,085. They also captured fish worth $140,416 along the Korean coasts, including whales valued at $68,000.
A witness testifies that Mary was present during a key conversation and asked what Mary said. The judge barred the question, an objection was noted, and the higher court reversed, ordering a new trial. In the retrial the inquiry again asked what Mary said and the answer was Mary said nothing.
The advertisement claims Defiance Starch provides greater strength allowing for thinner application than other brands. It states this results in better fabric appearance and longer wear without paste buildup.
An exchange in the house of commons centers on a member who abstained from voting the deceased wife’s sister bill. When asked why he abstained he replied that his wife has a sister, a quip captured by John Bull.
Ostrich feathers are harvested every eight months by cutting with a sharp knife. The plumes are not pulled. the stumps heal and feathery regrowth occurs from the remaining quills.
An old advertisement proclaims Lewis' Single Binder cigars as the market’s cigar richest and meat satisfying amoke. It touts Lewin' Factory in Peoria Illinois. A French quote questions whether deep wounds ever close without a scar.
A sea trout tagged near Aberdeen swam about 120 miles in 49 days and doubled its weight on the journey to cope with corpulence. It was released into the Coquet River in Northumberland and recaught at Aberdeen with no length gain despite rapid weight increase. The item also advertises Defiance Starches for household use.
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