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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1909
Page
6
An Iowa farmer expands from selling to dealers to delivering fresh eggs daily to a set list of customers. He markets dressed chickens and other farm produce along with the eggs. His method mirrors milk and bread delivery, bypassing stale warehouse stock and hucksters.
Celery farming has focused on muck beds in Michigan and New York with thousands of acres. California and Florida expand the industry, supplying northern cities in winter and spring. For an early crop, amateurs should start by filling a wooden tray 16 inches by 24 inches.
Instructions describe making a three inch deep fine soil bed for celery seeds, sowing in rows or broadcast, covering with leaf mold or sand, and maintaining a warm room with frequent irrigation. Turn boxes daily after two to three weeks to ensure even growth, with an illustration showing the seedling box.
Director Woods of the Maine agricultural experiment station outlines potato growing tips. Emphasizing soil preparation and liberal fertilization, he urges selecting fertile land with good drainage, early and frequent insect and blight spraying, weed control, and keeping soil surface loose for constant care. He notes most failures come from crop neglect rather than lack of knowledge.
The text advises starting healing soon after wound creation to prevent cambial death. It warns against winter pruning in frost and recommends pruning in late fall or late spring when cambium is active, as wounds heal immediately with little cambial dieback.
Professor Shaw at Michigan station conducted a year long study on a dairy calf from birth. He tracked feed costs and recorded quantities of milk and skim milk used, totaling substantial volumes to assess overall raising expenses.
A DIY note describes using two countersunk pieces pinned together and two 2x4 supports raised two feet above a gate for winter adjustment. A mortice is made and set between crosspieces to stabilize the setup. The text reflects practical carpentry guidance from a longtime user.
Fraser describes a 16 ft gate with 12 ft balanced by 4 ft of weights. Use a 2x frame, cover 4 ft end with boards, fill with stones, cover with wire fencing, and hang by a chain. Bolt securing the frame to the crosspiece completes the setup.
The article notes prairie dogs in Texas consume grass enough to feed 1 562 500 cows annually and are treated as pests by the forestry service. Government extermination via poison targets their numbers on national forests to protect grazing land for stock raises.
At the West Virginia Experiment Station fowl pens tested with meat and bone rations vs corn based feed. Meat fed birds produced 7 565 eggs versus 8 431 for grain fed birds and yielded larger firmer eggs and stronger chicks.
A concise note extols the shaving horse as a useful farm implement though long neglected. It highlights practical benefits for planing and shaping wood and improving efficiency in workshop tasks on the farm.
The article stresses quality over quantity in orchard planning. It warns against planting too many varieties or trees and advocates sod culture for better colored apples. It advises pruning, fertilizing with potash and phosphorite, less nitrogen, and timely, not late season, culture for peaches to ensure wood hardening before winter.
Kansas City Times notes the bold rush of modern life and finance. A quip about a dog named Oak contrasts with rapid wealth and brisk exchanges shaping public mood.
The will of Alfred Bernard Nobel, who died at 63 in 1896, leaves about 10 million dollars to science. The annual income funds five prizes: physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, an idealistic work, and peace efforts, awarded regardless of nationality.
A satirical piece notes how New Thought ideas appeal to many women and how jealousy shapes a wife’s view of her husband. It mocks pretension in women and husbands, illustrating attitudes with humor about shopping, appearances, and domestic life.
An advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a spring remedy for winter blood impurities causing boils pimples and fatigue. It claims the product cleanses the blood and promotes healthy function of stomach liver kidneys and skin through a proprietary blend of over 20 ingredients. It warns against substitutes and offers 100 doses for one dollar in liquid or Sarsatabs form.
A brief reflects on Jack’s forthright nature and his habit of speaking plainly. The speaker notes they can reliably find him in a familiar place when visiting.
An advertisement promotes Bromo Quinine Laxative as the cure for a cold in one day and claims the signature of E. W. Grove, noting a price of 25 cents. The copy targets a broad audience with a universal health claim.
A witty quip from a Chicago Tribune column contrasts marriage pressure with indecision. The line plays on the idea that two minds are needed, hinting at comic social commentary about commitment and choice.
Advertises permanent cure for vitus dance and cryone diseases with a nerve restorer from Dr Jino and Dr B H Kline. Claims a $2.00 trial bottle and treatise available by mail from Philadelphia address.
An aspiring playwright asks for feedback while a critic delivers direct, hard talk. The exchange turns humorous as the dramatist fears a harsh parallel to his work.
An old advertisement touts Hamlins Wizard Ou as a remedy for pain and soreness in cases of injuries, cuts, burns and sprains. The claim emphasizes rapid relief and effectiveness.
A writer voices modest aims, saying they would be content to be among the six best Borus authors rather than the foremost. The remark frames personal ambition within a competitive literary scene.
In a light moment a speaker asks Miss Pimmie for a picture postcard, but she refuses noting six months of acquaintance without such a gesture. The exchange underscores playful social etiquette and shy courtship in the era.
In a breezy exchange a niece compares Uncle Hiram’s tea to lemonade, joking about lemon slices and a circus vibe. The lighthearted quip captures a family moment with playful banter.
A Chicago Tribune note reports Pete and Watty discussing a plate glass front theft. The men argue whether the stolen diamonds are worth five dollars or five thousand, reflecting uncertainty in the daytime rooftop exchange.
Mrs. Lapsling quotes Pearley Winter Green saying she found they erred at marriage as she seeks divorce claiming her husband is not her real infinitive. The startling claim underscores a troubled union and legal action.
The octopus Glattony stalks across the nation with a voracious appetite as he moves through cities chewing forests and leaving a marked trail. His world spree evokes a surreal travelogue tone in a Chicago Tribune context.
A reflective note cautions that some tasks cannot be learned or completed through rules or distant study and highlights limits of formal instruction. It emphasizes practical, experiential understanding beyond theoretical guidance.
A crossroads postmaster, fearing a future civil service exam, vows to gather information by reading all the postal cards. He emphasizes the need to prepare, signaling possible upcoming changes in job requirements.
Pettit's Eye Salve sells for 25 cents and relieves tired and overworked eyes. It stops eye aches and soothes congested inflamed or sore eyes. Available from Howard Bros. druggists in Buffalo New York.
The exchange shows Ludkley astonished to see Wopeless Cane alive after a doctor had reportedly given him up. A remark follows about the doctor charging his account to profit and loss. Mothers are advised to use Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup during teething.
The young politician tours childhood locations with his bride Myrtilla. He points to an old log cabin and confesses mixed emotions about his birthplace, revealing that he was not born there. The moment underscores personal roots amid public life.
Advertises Pazo ointment to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles in six to fourteen days with a money back guarantee and price of 0c.
The Muntoburns, invited to a fashionable wedding, arrive late as the usher says all church seats are taken. Mr Muntoburn quips that he must buy five tickets from scalpers to gain entry, reflecting a comic, crowded scene.
A detective questions a sharp faced woman about her husband’s disappearance. He notes the husband wanted to get away and did not care where he went, leaving few hints for investigators. The exchange emphasizes the couple's strained separation and uncertainty.
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