Cows and Corn Kernel Experiments Highlight Dairy and Feed
The article reports on dairy science topics including Minnesota cows needing protein daily, a modern milking device, and corn kernel composition research by Me Hopkins at Urbana. It covers experiments to adjust corn starch and protein for livestock feed, and notes potential farm value if a farmer selects seed with desired constituents. It also mentions the La Bourgogne wreck and a life-saving prize, plus minimal notes on gold exports and social mood at a Whist club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meo Flopkins
Centiaral
Urbana
Prineois
Hopkins
Atlanta Journal
Mete Rey
Lively medical ads mix cures and tonics in old paper
A compilation of testimonial notices touts Tetterine for skin troubles, eucalyptus plantings in malarial regions, and various patent remedies. It cites Dr Kline’s nerve restorer, Cascarets, and other tonics, alongside unrelated notes on Kiel canal projects and a yacht race draft remark.
Sympathetic Burglar Lives Momentary Hero in Brooklyn
In Brooklyn a burglar broke into Patrolman John Farrell’s flat and, upon seeing baby Marguerite in her crib, abandoned the robbery. He confessed his intent, expressed sympathy, woke the mother, and fled as the child’s life was saved. The story ends with unrelated, cautionary health advice about carbolic acid use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Brooklyn
John Farrell
Marguerite
Harry
Cascarets and Cure Claims Across Ads and Promises
A jumble of early 20th century ads tout Cascarets candy for constipation and blood purification. Includes mentions of Hall's Catarrh Cure with internal use, No-To-Bac for tobacco, and various testimonials. Also a note about Andrew Carnegie funding a library and a slogan about dignity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Cooney & Co
Props
Toledo
Halls Family
Sterling Remedy Co
Chicago
New York
Origin of Surnames and Naming Practices
The Christian Advocate notes surname origins from Norman introduction to England about 1100, with noble adoption. It mentions prefixes like Ap and son additions by Welsh and northern traditions, and common surnames arising from paternal or geographic roots. The piece also references Flemish naturalization in 1455 and a stray botany line about evergreen branches producing male or female flowers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Pitz
Witzherbert
Neal
O'Donnell
Macdonald
Donald
Ap Rhys
Rhys
Ap Richard
Hs. Pritehart
Son
Williamson
Johnson Wilson
Dyson
Nicholson
Brabantes
Henry VI
Sturgeon Can Survive Out of Water Two Days With Wet Cloth
Historical note describes sturgeon enduring nearly two days out of water if its body is wrapped in a wet cloth and the gills repeatedly moistened, enabling extended survival during transport or handling.
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Wiscontin
Ty Vr
Minnesota
Nanwie
Aly
Mik Holder
la Bourgogne
Anthony Pollok
Washington
Eside
Paris
South Africa
Tommercha
Walter Wilson
Savannah
Qruggists
J.T. Shuptrine
Italy
Mexico
Brooke
Cuba
Weeklenburg
Moore
Vienwent. & Dean Co
Charlotte, N
Thornton
Tyner
Atlanta
Wc.c.c
Kline
Hobbs
Sterling Kennedy Co
N.Y
HTL
Gitken
Piso
FE. Mortros
Nevdham
Mass
Germany
Turkey
Kiel Canal
Congress St. St. Louis, Mo
Remedy Company
Klenge, Mestreal
Lew Terk
Ayer
Buckingham
C.C.C
Jobacco Worss Co
Bedford City
Andrew Carnegie
Canneant
Ohio
Custom House
W. L. Douglas
Union
W. L. Dogian
W. L. Douglas Shoe CO
Brockton
J. J. Nichols & CO
Atlant
Sloan
Earl S. Sloan
Boston
Helen Campbell
Kansas University
Philadelphia Post
Tinport
SR Pan
Schnapps
R. J. R. Tobaccos
Bendier
Bret Clam
Winchester
Peo
Nebet Kuite
Tapie Plate
Bes
Rogers
Eileer
R. J. Reynolds Tobacco CO
Winston
United States
Charlotte
Charlotte Oil & Feliz Co
Per Fred Oliver
Prest
B. H.pa
Shexton
Sisters of the BR
Aerr Park
Copenhagen
Aeettute
Greensboro
N.C
GEO. B.hiss Oil CO
Charlotte, N. C
India
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Leeboard Air Line
Olany
Wass - Baltimore
Norfolk
Thurst Hell
Chicago News Six
Thurston
Jack Fracourt
Agaon
Jack Wa
Yau
Squire
Moller Organs
M. P
Uaverstown
Remington and Smith Premier
Staten
Aldreas
Bep't
Strayer
Lombard Tron Works
SEPPO
Augusta
Butler
W. H. Smith & CO
Butts
Thompson
P. O
Penn
Dr. Ricord
S. P. Wagnon
Loachapolis Ann
N. D
St. Louis
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