Goethals Reports Panama Slippage Into Ditch Delays
General Goethals sends a Panama Canal report predicting 7 to 13 million cubic yards of earth must be removed to stop slides, estimating about 10 million. Traffic aims to pass ships via a navigable channel without ten month shutdown while rail limits and flat-rate relief seek to ease commerce losses.
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Washington
Goethals
Panama
Big Ditch
Canal
Panama Canal
War Department
Atlantic and Pacific
Isthmus
Ist
Wer Garrison
General Goethals
Cucaracha Slide
Goldhill
Canal Obstruction by Zion Hill Slides Near Complete Closure
Geologists report the Zion hill slides on the east and west banks have largely reached their limits. Material moves toward the central obstruction, closing the canal at the site. Dredges and sluicing are in use but must wait for removal of the prism mass to resume ship passage.
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Zion Hill
West Bank
Gold Hill
Culebra
Cucaracha
MacDonald
Costa Rica
Straw Made to Serve Useful Ends on the Farm
Straw from wheat and other grains gains value as feed bedding and litter. Farmers bale and market bright straw at four to six dollars per ton, and well placed shelters reduce waste while keeping calves colts and other animals warm.
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J. F. Harris
Denver
Wolf Hunt Ends In Mischief At Fox Hunters Meet
In Millersburg Ohio a fox hunters association hosted a wolf hunt that started well but the dogs refused to acknowledge the wolf as a fox. The wolf showed a desire to rest while the master urged the hounds to pretend the wolf was a fox, resulting in some dogs being bitten.
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Millersburg
Ohio
Fox -Hunters' ‘Association
Tyantta
Wolf
Bound to Get a Hubby Bride Groom Blocked By Stop Thief
A Chicago groom fled with his fiancée to city hall for a marriage license but was stopped by a patrolman after the bride cried stop thief claiming her pocketbook. She confessed he was not a thief, but feared losing the chance to wed. The couple later obtained the license and proceeded to the church.
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Chicago
Stephen McBett
Marie Alphonso
McBett
Veteran Kept His Word at Moscow Court
Nez Perce Idaho. B T Poore a Civil War veteran was sentenced to 60 days in jail by Judge Dietrich in the United States court at Moscow for introducing liquor on the reservation. He arrived with his own commitment and requested permission to serve his time.
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Nez Perce
Idaho
B. T. Poore
Dietrich
United States Court
Moscow
Poore
Charcoal as Cure for Constipation in Pigs and Chickens
The article urges charcoal and wood ashes as tonics for pigs to prevent constipation, promotes no overfeeding, and notes benefits from pasture and exercise. It also cautions on poultry care, advising gradual shelter changes, open ventilation, and avoiding tight closures as cold weather approaches.
Pullets for Eggs in Severe Weather
A Minnesota extension bulletin emphasizes relying on well matured pullets for egg supply in cold weather. Poultryman C E Brown notes heavy breed pullets hatched April 1 to mid May and lighter varieties hatched mid May to mid June reach maturity suitable for winter production.
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C. E. Brown
Northwest Experiment Station
Crookston
Minnesota College of Agriculture
Mr. Brown
Aids In Potato Production
Aims for higher yields through liberal use of seed potatoes and careful storage to ensure sound seed at planting. Advocates high-grade seed to boost national potato returns by millions.
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Coon
Sweet Clover Good to Renovate Soils
A brief guide notes sweet clover quickens soil, fixes nitrogen, and lifts minerals from subsoil with deep tap roots. Used as green manure and forage, it suits crop rotation, provides good pasturage for horses, sheep, cattle, and hogs with minimal bloating risk when dry.
Load Distribution Advice for Wagons
The guidance states load should be spread evenly over the front and hind wheels with any excess toward the hind wheels since they are larger and less prone to sinking. It notes that the distance of the load from the team does not increase draft on the wagon.
Pedigree Proof Demanded From Stallion Owners
Officials urge thorough verification of horse lineage and insist owners present certified records from official registries to confirm stallion paternity. The rule aims to prevent inaccuracies in breeding listings and ensure transparency for buyers and breeders.
Selecting a Purebred Ram for Peak Mutton Production
Focus on a purebred ram that meets a strict standard. Choose a blocky, low-set ram with a wide back, thick loin, deep twist, heavy leg-of-mutton, and dense long fleece. Prioritize mutton production over minor faults, ensuring the ram supports strong flock output.
How to wed on a modest income for a happy home
A guidance piece urges prudent budgeting for newlyweds. It compares living on twenty five or eighteen dollars weekly, stresses forethought before marriage, and assigns domestic roles to the wife as homemaker and manager. It cautions against debt from lavish entertaining and promotes saving and shared effort for lasting happiness.
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Jack
Jill
Husband or Parent First in a Marriage Dilemma
A discussion on the priority of love between spouses and parents. It explores expectations after marriage and the tension when two generations and temperaments share a household, including a young wife addressing her groom and the elder mother's concern.
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Fondne
Promi
Harty
Serious business girls seek husbands with sterling qualities
The article argues that businesswomen are discerning and aim for marriage with men who are ambitious, hardworking, and of high character. It warns against dating freeloaders, notes businesswomen can attract many suitors, and emphasizes parental guidance in choosing a suitable match.
Frontline officer reports losses and hardship to father
A wounded young officer writes home describing his stiff engagement, hospital care, and limited funds. He notes this is the fourth loss suffered and urges resilience as he faces further danger. The message reflects wartime strain and paternal concern.
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Pear
Ollows
Ambiguous exchange on Palette-Well commission and painting
Fragmentary notes discuss a commission for art and a painter named Palette-Well. References to fruit, guns, and a daughter are unclear but imply negotiations and praise for a job. The damaged text prevents firm conclusions about participants or outcomes.
Notable quip on work and initiative from Louie Courier-Journal
A truncated quotation reflects a stance on proactive effort versus waiting for opportunity. The fragment hints at a debate over employment approach and personal initiative in the early journalism context.
The Usual Way
A fragmented line recalls a domestic exchange about borrowing trouble and a spouse’s reaction. The text is incomplete, leaving the outcome and context unclear within the available readable portion.
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Comber
Big West
Colorado
Fox
Hunters
Attee
Venus
Louie Courier-Journal
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