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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1915
Page
8
Henry W. Elliott argues in the New York Times that airships and submarines mirror natural forms, citing the fur seal as a prototype for the submerged craft. He notes seals rise to breathe, dive using flippers, and navigate with apparent periscope-like eyes, while submarines gain range and endurance beyond the animal.
The Mount Vernon bluff facing the Potomac was at risk of slides threatening the mansion. Engineers drilled a drainage tunnel to reduce water pressure and built a heavy masonry wall along the river edge to stop further erosion. The flow stabilized and officials hope danger is eliminated.
Prairie schooners cross arid deserts guided by the world s only desert lighthouse. It marks a lone water source within 338 miles east and 30 miles other directions. A boy near death reached the beaconed cabin, inspiring the beacon to shine every night.
A Kansas City Star quip contrasts unrealistic marriage ideals with ordinary men. It humorously notes women seek tall, distinguished spouses with idealized traits while marrying “poor, skinny, blundering” men who are nonetheless cherished.
The American Express company entered ivory claiming moisture absorption during Africa voyage. Weighing by collectors showed higher duty than invoiced, but later factory weighings matched invoiced weights. The board of general appraisers left the issue unresolved, with Judge Waite declining to rule if ivory absorbs moisture.
The electric searchlight becomes essential to an army as a battleship. European armies use portable searchlights with French ones highly developed. Weld light on a truck and generator on another allow quick setup in exposed spots. Operators stay sheltered while lights are controlled remotely. 48inch reflectors yield 7000 candlepower and illuminate beyond a mile.
A soldier on guard in South Carolina during the war was questioned about his duties and conduct, with authorities reviewing records and orders to determine if any breach occurred. The incident prompts scrutiny of guard procedures and discipline.
Remains of an extinct ground sloth from Patagonia, brought to the United States by Mr. Roosevelt, are at the American Museum of Natural History. The find suggests the animal lived only a few centuries ago, coexisted with primitive humans, and may have been domesticated. The dry cave discovery included tools, stone and bone artifacts, bundles of grass, and signs of stabling or captivity.
A six year old boy, presented in a dustier disorder, rejects domestic ideals of city life and cleanliness. He tells his mother that children are not real children but pets, revealing a blunt, provocative view from Harper's Monthly.
A playful exchange highlights a physician’s quip about health and money. The dialogue contrasts the old adage an apple a day keeps the doctor away with a physician’s comment on vacation earnings from green apple cares.
A dialogue notes France plans universal conscription of heavier men, implying a steadfast resolve to continue a stout fight. The exchange hints at wartime morale and policy rumors without detailing official actions.
A sentinel answers commands about duty under fire. When asked what he would do if shells and musketry opened, he replies he would form a line and then a bee line for camp, showing quick instinct to escape danger.
Type metal for printing comprises 65 parts lead 25 parts antimony and 10 parts tin. The mix determines durability and hardness for letter castings used in presses.
A flesh colored crepe de chine corset cover with lace trim is illustrated as a top summer garment. Instructions describe fabric choices lengths and cutting methods for an oval head opening and finished hems, plus optional embroidery edging and elastic closures.
Miss Violet King, a Newport young socialite, unveils a multi colored futurist skirt drawing attention as a novel design likely to spread among her peers. An observer notes the piece hints at a cubist painting concept and describes the delicate construction using wash ribbon and gathered chiffon inspired belts and camisole straps.
The guide recommends cleansing the skin twice daily with cold cream and a wash. It suggests a benzoin rinse, or orange flower water or alcohol as alternatives to remove grease after cleansing, warning against overuse to avoid skin scorching.
Instructions describe creating a pale blue satin slip with a narrow waist and ribbon straps, paired with two tunics in pale blue chiffon edged in lace. A peach-pink satin ribbon sash, a net lace kimono coat, and lace trimming complete the ensemble with pink ribbon bows for a coordinated, lace-edged outfit.
Cheap dust caps priced at 12 cents come in pink violet and white. Elastic back and frill keep hair clean and odors out. Useful for dusting sweeping and even cooking to prevent hair contamination.
Dust is inevitable with train travel and facial cleansing may be unavailable. If left on the skin it can seriously harm the face, so the article advises practical steps to protect and cleanse while on the move.
A fashion authority notes navy serge suiting dominates upcoming full skirt styles including coat and skirt and coat dress options. Black military braid trim is common with braid covered buttons and white moire accents, some outfits feature a four and a half yard hem and navy blue boots or shoes in grace kid or gray fabrics.
A sewing tip suggests rubbing a paste of flour and water on the fabric's wrong side before making buttonholes in soft muslin. The paste creates a firm surface to prevent cutting holes too large and does not discolor the fabric.
A new sports wear jacket in dark blue gaberdine features a blouse like front and a narrow belt at the waist. Pockets hang from the belt and a three quarter cape attaches at the back forming the sleeves. The unlined cape and white crepe de chine collar add contrast to its somber look.
A Missouri writer urges farmers to treat working teams with care during busy seasons. Provide good food, proper hay, balanced rations, minting minerals, clean water, and fresh troughs. Keep stalls ventilated, bedding fresh, and regular curry routines. Ensure proper tack fit to prevent injuries and fatigue.
Article by DD R GROSS, Colorado Agricultural College, argues gasoline and oil tractors now fit farms from 200 to 250 acres. It stresses farmers must understand or hire skilled operators plan use to keep the tractor busy, choose light but powerful machines, and avoid soil compaction with wide bearing surfaces.
To fight weeds successfully all sources of weed seed introduction should be avoided as far as possible, and the weeds and perennial roots in the soil killed by painstaking attention. The soil must be brought to a high state of fertility and proper condition generally so as to favor the best growth of the desired crops.
The article states alfalfa typically fails to yield honey when grown east of the Missouri River but suggests this claim does not hold in the New England states. It presents regional differences in alfalfa honey production.
This brief notes that culling the sheep flock relates to improvement through selective removal as much as to routine care and feeding practices.
Farm note urges continuous chick development with emphasis on hatchery care and steady growth practices for healthy flocks. Rural agriculture columnist highlights feeding, housing, and monitoring as key factors to sustain production.
The article urges farmers to save clover seed this year by timely hay harvests. It notes the first crop must be cut before blossoms brown to allow seed in the second crop, warns against delaying hay, and highlights high seed value around ten dollars per bushel.
Lice on cabbage are controlled by kerosene emulsion made from one quarter pound dissolved laundry soap, half a gallon kerosene and five gallons water. Cabbage worms are killed by strong salt water spray.
Properly matured pullets have surplus energy beyond body needs available for egg production.
A load of gravel or gravel mixed with sharp sand dumped in the chicken yard occasionally will solve the grit problem. The rough mix helps chickens grind grain and aids digestion. Local farmers suggest spreading a shallow layer during dry spells for best results.
Report states that sheep will destroy chiggers when placed in a field where the grass is infested. The claim suggests grazing animals can reduce parasite presence by consuming the pests.
The article argues that poultry keeping, while a hobby, proves financially rewarding. It frames raising birds as a viable, profitable leisure activity with practical benefits for enthusiasts.
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