Naval academy cruise shows middies rise from poverty to prestige
The piece narrates Annapolis cadets’ three month practice cruise on battleships in European waters, detailing the history of midshipmen from colonial days, modern training, leadership philosophy of Secretary Wilbur, and the Navy farm at Annapolis supporting enlisted men. It notes ships Waboni g New York Texas Arkansas, and cites the 1908 improvements and 525 graduates.
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Dubtless
United States Naval Academy
Annapolis
Navy
Chesaneake Bay
Chesapeake Bay
John Slancock
Maine
Constellation
Los
Midshipmen
Chagdain
Sydney K. Evans
Wagoning
New York
Texas
Arkansas
Newton A. McCully
Farge
Naval Academy
the Navy
Curtis D. Wilbur
Wilbur
Academy
Bureau of Supplies and Accounts
David Lotter
Herbert Corey
Chicago Daily News
Wesley McL. Hague
Iwan
George Nelson Robillard
Oklahoma
Newport
R. I
Stobillard
New York Navy Yard
United States
Sam
Naval Service
Uncle Sam
George Bancroft
Secretary of the Navy
Polk
Naval School
Congress
Severn River
Bancroft Hall
Memorial Hall
Dahlgren
Henry B. Wilson
Atlantic Feet
Navy Department
Marine Corps
Supply Corps of the Navy
Dahlgren Hall
Wilson
Congressional
J. LH. Farge
Mystery surrounds Queen Elizabeth pearls disappearance
The 1899 case links Empress Elizabeth, Emperor Franz Joseph, a Corfu monk, a Greek fisherman, and a Corfu cave where the pearls were hidden. The monk vanished in August, the empress was murdered in Geneva in September, and the fisherman died at sea in November. One Corfu resident is said to know the secret.
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Elizabeth
Franz Joseph of
Austria
Corfu
Achilleion
Geneva
Luccheni
Pearls in the Cave of Rocks Rumor Surface
Dayton News notes a long standing tale of a monk and pearls believed hidden in a cave of rocks. Journal mentions local folklore and urban legend surrounding the rumored treasure.
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Cave of Rocks
Dayton News
Waves and Currents Distinguish Sea Movements
A current is a stream of water moving through the sea while a wave is surface movement. The water itself does not advance with the wave until it breaks, whereas the current water travels.
Roman Stripe Fabrics Highlight Summer Attire
Roman striped chiffon stands out among summer materials, used for frocks alone or with solid colors, and for scarves and hat trimmings. Strong accessions include its bold pattern adaptable to dresses and accessories.
Brilliant Hue Silky Bathing Suits Take Manly Cut
Silk jersey women’s bathing suits increasingly adopt a manly cut while preserving distinct patterns. The change appears surprising yet retains bold, brilliant designs in new styles.
Hosiery Trends Highlight Lace Clocked Stockings
Fashion notes call chic hosiery to the fore with black stockings featuring white lace clocks or hand embroidered clocks in a magpie effect. The era favors color accents over plain black.
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Madam Mode
Silk wraps in warm weather cue versatile cloaks
With warmer weather silk wraps arrive offering dual use as cloaks or capes. This season they feature attractive trims including feathers and fur for added style.
Turkey roost setup and feeding guidance for fall
After five to six weeks young turkeys should have roosts supplied. Build roosts in sheltered locations such as sheds or near barns. Set ground posts with poles four to five feet high and provide evening feed near roost. In October feed little corn at night and morning to encourage range and exercise while limiting overlong ranging.
Live Poultry Marketing for Best Market Price
The article advises poultrymen to market live poultry rather than dressed birds when possible. It notes that fattening before shipping increases weight and price, and stresses careful feeding for 10 days to two weeks to prevent spoilage. It also warns that poor handling raises risks and that overstocked markets push down prices for low quality poultry.
Feather Picking in Hens Tied to Diet Shortage
The article explains feather picking stems from missing dietary ingredients in the hen’s ration. It recommends providing animal matter like beef scraps or fresh meat daily if needed. It suggests feeding by hanging scraps on a string or wire at about the hen’s head height to ensure access.
Do Not Force Pullets Early
Do not force pullets to quick maturity by heavy mash feeding as they may start laying prematurely and lose vigor. Breeder pullets should be raised on free range and fed largely on whole grain to develop slowly for strong winter condition. Lights should not be used unless January is necessary to stimulate production.
Cleanliness Prevents Disease in Poultry Keeping
Warm weather accelerates spoilage of moist foods and contaminates feeding utensils. Bacteria and disease germs multiply rapidly, so poultry keepers must exercise unusual care in cleanliness. Proper hygiene reduces disease risk and improves outcomes, including late hatch chicks being easier to raise than early hatch birds.
Shade crops aid chick growth in sunlit yards
Summer shade helps poultry chicks thrive by keeping them protected from the sun. If natural shade is unavailable, seasonable crops such as sunflowers and corn should be planted to provide shade and support healthy growth.
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John Dickinson Sherman
United States Navy
Spain
Senor
Valenciennes
Julia Bottomley
Western Newspaper Union
Roxie
Navy Song
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