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Newspaper
Nazareth Item
Location
Nazareth, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1931
Page
3
A May 28, 1931 article reflects on character questions at heaven’s gate and contrasts an optimist who buys into home values with an apti pessimist who predicts that church, school, and home give way to cars, movies, and cafeterias.
The piece argues that advertising supports business but warns of the charlatanism of some financiers. It notes 603 farmer associations, 180 handling crops only, 108 selling crops and farm supplies, and 315 handling supplies only. It urges federating farmers into larger regional cooperatives to centralize marketing, increase bargaining power, and reduce intra-state competition while boosting cooperation with other regions.
A discussion on standardizing Memorial Day across states suggests May 30 as a common observance or a federally proclaimed national date. The piece notes Southern states sometimes celebrate May 10 and argues for consistent public ceremonies with federal participation, while acknowledging local practices.
The article argues there is no moral or legal difference between big and little bootleggers. It notes enforcement targets the large manufacturers, but questions whether stopping big bootleggers reduces overall bootlegging. It emphasizes shared guilt of patrons and sellers, stating bootlegging requires two to offend.
A profitable custom of recent years has been turning over city reins to boys and girls for a day or week. Placing high school students in charge of a news issue gives youth a brush with life as it is lived, making them kings for a day of semi public institutions. It’s an important phase of education.
The piece urges integrating daily affairs with learning, noting the value of practical government awareness. It argues students should study literature and algebra alongside tax assessment, court sessions, and public business, shaping informed future citizens.
A regional business concept describes no man's land between Nazareth and nearby towns as a shared trading belt. It argues such districts yield healthy competition, cross town loyalty, and a chance for churches clubs and merchants to extend influence. Nazareth invites residents at trade, work, worship, and social activity to earn their fair share.
The essay praises summer eating and fresh garden produce over canned goods. It contrasts city and rural life, celebrating watermelons cantaloupes sweet corn and berries ripening from Florida to New England. It notes drought relief yet no widespread famine and invites city folk to enjoy country fare while lamenting their reliance on canned foods.
The article advises on winter egg production for pullets with balanced rations ample space fresh air and clean litter. Green feed such as cabbage or Swiss chard plus skim or buttermilk aid health and production, while avoiding sudden feed changes. Leghorns need 3 sq ft floor space and 6 in roosts. heavy breeds more. Pullets require ample fresh air and 15 to 25 sq ft front space per 100 birds, kept open unless wind or cold necessitates partial closure. The expert will house birds before laying and keep them lice and mite free.
Clemson extension poultry specialist D H Hall explains fattening poultry for holiday markets. A high carbohydrate soft mash plus the mix of cornmeal bran middlings with buttermilk yields good results. Young fowls fatten well in cages while old hens do better in small runs.
The text recommends frequent gathering of eggs to curb egg eating. It suggests turning nest boxes to hide eggs from light and placing boxes at least a foot above the floor to prevent hens from accessing nests directly. It emphasizes diligence as the only safe course to prevent the habit.
Breeding stock especially in the interior needs exercise during winter. When snow and frost abound birds should be allowed out on suitable days for a few minutes. After clearing a small yard patch of snow, spread a thin litter for the fowls to scratch. Outdoor exercise is highly advantageous for shut in breeding stock.
Cooked potatoes are a valuable addition to layer rations in winter. Raw potatoes are unsatisfactory for chickens. boil or steam until mashed and mixed hot with laying mash to form a moist crumbly mash. Feed as a warm mash at noon or evening in the amount hens will eat in 15 to 20 minutes.
J B Hayes of the University of Wisconsin says mature pullets, not young ones, make good winter layers for egg sales when prices are high. Young pullets are unlikely to start strong lay, and if not in heavy condition they cannot withstand the strain of heavy production.
A description claims United States Route No 40 from Wilmington Delaware to St Marys Kansas spans 1254 miles, reputed as the world’s longest paved road.
Flow of water over Niagara Falls measured at 100000 tons per minute, about 120.5 million gallons. The piece notes a national estimate of preventable illness and death causing a large loss to the nation.
Harrison U Breidinger 59 former Belfast resident dies at P O 8 of A Home Chalfont Bucks Co survived by brothers Harvey J and Richard Belfast sister Mrs Mary J Otto Easton funeral at Yetsleys Tatamy burial Belfast cemetery blind for years from blasting accident at a state quarry. Mrs Alice A Abel Belfast died age 52 after weeks ill with complications of diseases survived by husband six daughters six sons two grandchildren one sister three brothers funeral at home conducted by Rev W H H Wotring interment Greenwood Cemetery.
Fragmentary lines evoke a June sky verse, with names Helen and Jackson and the phrase October’s bright blue wheat. The text appears as poetic fragments without a clear news event or reportable action.
Diverse sandwich ideas including chicken on toast with tomato and pineapple, egg and tuna fillings, and hot cheese toppings. Guidance on garnishes, dressings, open sandwiches, and versatile use of French dressing with salads and relishes. Ends with tips on salads and storage from a 1990 Western Newspaper item.
The article notes the 13th anniversary celebration of E S with Pearl Schnerr, featuring soloists Mrs. Hattie Happel and Miss Lena Marcks. Past matron Miss Hangen received a gift, refreshments were served, and a 13 candle birthday cake honored the 13 years of service. Guests included Mrs. Lula Berkaw from Washington DC and Mrs. Lillian F. Hangen from Tarrytown NY.
Captain Owen Rice Camp No 20 leads a memorial day event with taps and the Star Spangled Banner by the band. The procession moves to Moravian cemetery via South Broad and Centre streets for a prayer by Rev P H Meinert and hymn Onward Christian Soldiers with band accompaniment. The 8 of A fleeing squad provides a volley with taps, closing with the Star Spangled Banner. Town Council fraternal groups Boy Scouts Girl Scouts Camp Fire Girls and school scholars are invited to join the street parade and exercises.
The article invites old timers to share true or tall tales about wildlife, hunting, and peculiar animal behavior. Readers are urged to submit stories on topics from big game hunts and the magic white deer to unusual animal actions, while avoiding overused huckleberry picker bear anecdotes.
The article notes that scratching litter can harm flocks if damp dusty or moldy straw is used. It advises choosing bright clean straw to avoid respiratory irritation, detailing poultry respiratory systems and stressing discretion in litter quality. It also references unrelated quotes for variety.
A fragmented collection of quotes and attributions. It cites Prince Bismarck and various misattributed lines alongside stray phrases about greatness, generosity, humanity, and moderation. The text references writers Ter SF. Smith and Arkonsia Giarette in garbled form.
A pleasant surprise party was hosted at Mr and Mrs Frank Kimminour new village to celebrate Mil dred Mae Kimminour’s 12th birthday. Guests included Mrs Benjamin Kimminour and many Misses, sharing games, lunch, gifts, and best wishes for future birthdays. Camping was discussed and plans touched on for June 2 and a Girl Scout rally June 4 with troop 2 members earning badges.
Miss Marian Kern hosts a campfire group gathering at her home on Broad Street Sunday evening. Several friends attended including Miss Smith Anna Wunderly Helen, Miss Kliffe, Edward Tatapochon, Louis Wunderly, Howard Par, and Peter Weisley. A short business meeting followed and a game of "500" was played at St. John's Reformed Church social.
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