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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1919
Page
3
William A. Radford outlines an economical two car stucco residence with a 25 by 18 living room and 9 by 17 sun parlor. The design features a large basement for heating, storage, and laundry tubs, and a second floor with three bedrooms and a sleeping porch. The plan emphasizes an attached garage, sun room, and practical layout aimed at maximizing space and comfort for prospective builders.
A Philadelphia Ledger excerpt notes artificial spiders webs made from spun quartz that resemble cobwebs and can catch lies when brushed with castor oil. It describes the elf replacing gluten to thicken the counterfeit web and even lures a spider with a tuning fork. A classroom scene defines kindness as acting with concern for every creature from ant to human.
Historical note describes grandmothers hanging a red flannel petticoat over smallpox patient rooms to hasten recovery and prevent pitting. Scientists now report red rays have a harmful effect on the disease bacteria and a beneficial effect on the patient, confirming the old practice's effect in plain terms.
Light green jade is described as China’s favorite gem with rare uncut samples valued by some. even wealthy individuals may own jade as part of estates. Hong Kong jewelers typically trade it in cut form, while uncut stones can fetch value in pounds.
A concise aphorism on morality as divine and eternal, arguing that true law and virtue reside in rational principles guiding human will. The author cites Sophocles to claim divine commands endure beyond time and stresses that genuine state authority arises when moral laws govern actions and sentiments.
A quotation attributed to Whittier contemplates beauty as an intellectual abstraction revealing deeper loves, pondering whether true beauty resides in carved marble or painted canvas and the realizations such studies yield.
Collier's correspondent William Slavens McNutt witnesses Red Cross bearers in a final retreat from a battle zone. Two wounded soldiers on a litter struggle across open ground amid machine gun fire. One falls, the other steadies and pushes on toward safety as spectators recoil with reverence.
A New York Evening Telegram piece uses the biblical portrait of the ideal wife to praise a woman who manages a home and husband, engages in field work, horticulture, and commerce, and serves as a wise counselor. It links her to national defense and gate diplomacy, portraying a well rounded, public minded figure.
England develops an asbestos and cement roofing material using one part asbestos to six parts Portland cement. When mixed with water it forms sheets that are rolled, ribbed, corrugated and sewn. Asbestos acts as reinforcement in the panel system for roofing purposes.
Economists note rising wage scales while everyday meals shift with new substitutes. The piece argues households favor practical, affordable options over romantic narratives, reflecting changing consumer habits and thrift attitudes.
A fragmented urban sketch shows Red accepting handouts and a cigarette while Hobos mingle with a dismissive city crowd. Voices echo beliefs from Sammy to Raffalo Express as streets shift between aid and hardship.
Fragmentary text suggests beliefs about opals bringing bad luck and mentions an opal ring given by a rich uncle. The writing weaves questions and uncertain phrases about fortune, health, and a perceived connection between opals and fate.
Florida inventor L B Robbins proposes a universal emergency brake alert for shift gear cars. A tempered brass contact spring on each lever connects to a dash light or bell to warn when the emergency brake is engaged, using simple hose insulation and bell wire.
Hood handles on older cars loosen and rattle, especially after much use. Screws securing the hood parts often loosen, causing a persistent annoying noise. Occasional tightening of the screws is the remedy.
A discussion highlights the complexity of registration and licensing for chauffeurs owners and dealers. It cites wide variations in per car fees across states, with 1918 figures showing New Hampshire about 20.52 and Minnesota 1.75 per car, noting many states tax motorcars as personal property and suggesting fees depend on multiple tax factors.
The report explains that flexible frames ride over rough roads causing rubbing against the body, producing squeaks. It recommends insulating the body from the frame with thick leather straps or washers, held by mounting bolts, and using leather or felt strips to prevent squeaks from windshield filler boards matching the dash outline.
Safety tips for self starters and fire prevention in gasoline cars are offered. Guidance includes using sand to extinguish gasoline fires, cleaning the car body with gentle washing, and not rubbing mud off. Advice covers installing air devices for driving wood and machine screws and repurposing lamp battery rods as carbon brushes in magnetos.
Agriculture warns of losses from damaged perishable produce during transit. Potatoes, cabbage and refrigerated fruits require careful loading and bracing to prevent rot. Disease can develop in transit despite best packing, with labs in New York and Chicago studying cases and informing producers to start prevention in field and packing houses.
The farm labor problem centers on maintaining steady labor and keeping workers engaged in farm operations. Livestock farms offer year round labor stability and worker interest, while grain and cotton operations face peak planting and harvest times, forcing reliance on costly temporary help. Some farmers involve workers by sharing in animal produce or other incentives, promoting long term labor stability.
Describes the largest trailers in the world used to haul overflowing loads of sugar beets from the Solided area near California to local mills. Notes simple loading and unloading despite heavy loads, with rear wheels fitted with solid tires for durability.
In planning the home garage a space of 12 by 20 feet is proposed to shelter the vehicle during work. The owner faces excessive oil consumption with no clear explanation, raising suspicion about the rear crankshaft bearing.
Excessive current draw appears linked to high tension on the vibrator spring. The article notes this condition as the probable cause and suggests checking spring tension to prevent overloading the circuit.
Cranking without starting may result from a failed gas engine. If it does not start after two or three turns, inspect for the cause and identify remedies to restore ignition and operation.
The article stresses careful seed corn selection and extensive seed gathering. It advises destroying grasshopper eggs by fall plowing disking or harrowing where practical and highlights that a good operator is crucial in tractor work, more so than equipment.
The Farm Bureau of Kitt County Minnesota reports savings from new thrashing methods. By using the bottom mic under the feeder and cleaning after each setting, $77,000 was saved or about $1 per thrashing machine. County estimates show 27,000 bushels of wheat, 20,400 bushels of oats, and 10,000 bushels of barley saved.
The text discusses cover crops conserving soil fertility and condition, choosing crop costs with fertilizer prices, feeding rye and oats, drainage and storage practices, use of paper covers, silage guidance, weather exposure effects, and winter shelter for machinery and stock. It also mentions humus helping water retention and a suggested feed tip for horses.
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