Fudge Apron Among Belongings of Young Mapper
A fragment hints at a decorative fudge apron described as an ape style item for a young mapper. The text mentions embroidery with colored moss, flowers, and letters, suggesting a bright, floral design as part of the item’s description.
Jolly Little Bean Bags Kit From Leather and Beans
A quaint guide describes making small bean bags from thin leather or worn kid gloves or heavy cloth. Cut out shapes are painted and edge stitched with buttonhole stitches, offering a simple home craft for creating decorative toys.
Bright Black and Gold Kimono Jacket Idea
Simple DIY jacket described in a casual tone featuring a black satin base, pale yellow ribbon trim, and yellow butterfly embroidery. Claims Uncle Sam receives a useful Christmas present, noting the piece as both beautiful and practical.
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Uncle Sam
China
Neckwear for Gifts in White Organdie Set
A collar and cuff set made of white organdie with hematitched feather stitched and tucked styles. Described as a pleasing gift suitable for Indy readers of any age, suggesting neckwear as a fashionable present for the year.
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Indy
Crankcase Ills Of Motor Cars Explain Power Loss
An engineer reports that in crankcase oil 45 percent is gasoline that leaked from pistons, leaving 87 percent usable oil. Tests suggest two fixes: more frequent oil changes and avoiding low grade stale gasoline. If gasoline causes power loss, drain a bit from the carburetor, prime cylinders, and test with fresh fuel. dirt in valve stems can cause leaks.
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Motor Age
Filling Battery Too Full
When a battery overfills the electrolyte overflows into the box and can corrode wood and steel. Do not add water beyond about a half inch above the plates to allow for electrolyte movement during rough driving or rapid charging.
Gas exhaust danger prompts garage ventilation lessons
A Popular Science Monthly piece explains how pipe exhaust from a vehicle can suffocate occupants. An owner vented fumes by routing exhaust through a drain pipe to the outside, illustrating why open doors and proper ventilation are essential to prevent carbon monoxide buildup.
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P.P. Avery
Popular Science Monthly
One Wheel Locks When Hand Brake Fails To Release
The owner may neglect unseen parts and face a wheel locking after starting, due to excessive play in brake linkage. Releasing the hand brake only takes up the play, leaving the unlubricated mechanism held. A hammer was needed to loosen the brake. Fuel feed trouble may stem from solder in the gas tank.
Taxis in Nippon Now Operated by Women
The article notes that after the war women in Japan have taken on roles once done by men. It reports many taxis recently introduced into daily life are now handled by women, reflecting a shift in labor as Japanese women contribute to national effort.
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Japan
Fair Sex OF
Nippon
Positive wire of battery test with iodine stain
A simple method to tell which battery wire is positive uses iodide of potassium on moist blotting paper. Touching both wires to the treated paper yields a black stain on the positive wire. Iodide of potassium is available at drug stores. Free Oil Holes notes advise blocking exposed oil holes with felt or waste to avoid painting them over. A radiator leak is often due to excessive pressure.
Old Vigilante Memoir Recounts San Francisco's Reform Era
The memoir recalls the early rough days of San Francisco when thieves and gamblers plagued the city. It recounts the rise of the Vigilantes after the King and Cora cases, the hanging of Casey and Cora, deportations of undesirables, and the rapid suppression of lawlessness within months as described by S. Butler.
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Butler
San Francisco
Ue Igystentons
False death notice leads to arrest in New York
Martha Elizabeth Simmons, 28, of New York City, pleaded guilty to writing a false death notice to Mrs. Nellie Estes of St. Louis. The letter claimed Estes’s son, Liont. Jackson M. Estes, was killed in France and bore a fictitious signature. Simmons admitted drafting the message to retaliate after Estes had discharged her from a plant job.
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New York
Martha Elizabeth Simmons
New York City
Nellie Estes
St. Louis
Liont
Jackson M. Estes
France
Skipped Wedded Life After 27 Years Ends in Separation
John Potter of St Paul after 27 years of marriage deserted his wife and formed a relationship with Mrs Potter. The Potters were married in Duluth in 1889 and Mrs Potter seeks a divorce.
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St. Paul
Minn
John & Potter
Cane
Fife
Potter
Murtieal
Duluth
Stairs Rival for Young Wife's Love in Chicago
Fr Waciska, aged 69, stabbed rival Walter Telemiski, 22, after discovering his wife, 22, in a conflict over affection. The incident occurred in Chicago, highlighting a violent confrontation sparked by suspected romantic rivalry.
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Chicago
Fr Waciska
Wealter Telemiski
Walt
Waiska
Improved Roads Push Regular Motor Freight From Farms
County reports show motor trucks increasingly replace animal power for farm delivery to markets, with light traffic hauling perishable produce emphasized. Growth of regular freight service tied to road improvements, seasonal work, and varied local conditions across states.
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United States
Lats
Bureau of Crop Estimates
United States Department of Agriculture
Siafimal Power
Del
Pacific Coast
Market Gardeners’ Association
Rhode Istini
Tennessee
Grape Cure Claims for Unfermented Drink
The note discusses a European grape cure for digestion and weight gain, noting its use in laboratories and claim that consuming a large amount reduces intestinal fermentation and improves digestion. Cited as a traditional remedy with claimed health benefits.
Wintering Idle Horses on Winter Care and Feeding
Wintering idle horses requires minimal grain, ample yard access, and dry protected sheds. Provide shelter from north winds, rough through winter with straw and cornstalks, and avoid costly feeds to keep horses in condition for spring work.
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Lille
Ile
Farming a Business as a Farm's Management Guide
Studies in farm management indicate a profitable farm needs a large business, good crops, and strong livestock. Enterprises should be selected and combined to keep labor busy for much of the year while avoiding overreliance on single yields to judge overall success.
Marketing by Parcel Post in Tennessee Minst Communities
Parcel post offers a great opportunity for marketing eggs and poultry in Tennessee minst communities. This view suggests better customer satisfaction than the usual method.
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Parcel Post
Tn Minst
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