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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1916
Page
7
Harvard trainer Steve O'Donnell leads a boxing workout for the football squad in an open lot behind the gym. Star half Soucy shows strong promise as he trains with the gloves and develops skills useful for his football career.
The article notes Packey McFarland asserting he is ready to fight any top welterweight to prove he is the division’s master. Though claiming retirement at times, the Chicago boxer remains drawn to the ring and is expected to appear against leading welters soon.
Harvard excels in football track athletics baseball rowing and hockey but trails in swimming gymnastics wrestling and basketball. Other colleges such as Yale Columbia Princeton Penn and CCNY have advanced pools and facilities helping their swimming programs. The article suggests Harvard’s shortfall in swimming stems from facility shortages.
Dates for major events announced: National Open June 27 30 at Minnekanda Minneapolis. Olympic Cup July 15 at Del Monte Cal. Western Amateur July 17 22 at Del Monte Cal. Western Open August 17 18 at Blue Mound Milwaukee. Western Junior August 22 24 Hinsdale Chicago. National Amateur September 2 9 at Merion Philadelphia. National Women’s Meet September 11 14 at Belmont Springs Boston.
A surveyor finds Shamrock IV, Lipton's latest America Cup challenger, free of deterioration. The yacht, laid up in Brooklyn since arriving from Ireland in August 1914, was built to race for the cup.
It is said that Charlie Barrett, the Cornell football star, will appear in a big league uniform next season. Barrett is a fine diamond artist and a versatile grid iron performer, at his best in the outfield.
A mash of sport notes hints at Jack Dillon turning pork into beef while Harvard’s track squad numbers 72 in a crowd, Jess Willard eyeing war, Pat Moran chasing another title, and Cincinnati players possibly wearing numbers on public diamonds this summer. Other items touch upon Willard dodging scraps, Manila tennis, Minnesota coach cautions, and a mix of baseball, boxing, and racing anecdotes with wry humor.
The Federal League collapse under John Tener ends a costly bid for a third major league. Jumping players largely prosper, returning to the majors with former contracts honored, while fears of blacklisting fade for many. The piece argues no new rival league is likely soon.
Portland manager Walter McCredle notes a surplus of players on the market as the Pacific Coast league maintains a $4,500 monthly salary cap while others trim to $3,500. Eastern Class AA leagues push to sell to maximize value, predicting more releases of higher-priced players.
Bowling will mark its twenty first year in 1916. Regulation alleys were adopted in 1895 and the sport has grown free of serious trouble since the dodo ball era ended two years ago. Big-city entries are being restricted to level the field with mid-sized cities like Omaha Cincinnati and Louisville. The American Bowling Congress has banned clubs from Greater New York, with a similar move eyed for Chicago in the coming year.
United States Department of Agriculture reports from weekly bulletin show that more than 2 percent insep arable impurities such as rye corn cockle and kinghead reduce milling and baking quality. Rye most common and can lower price. corn cockle adds toxin sapotoxin. dockage may apply.
Study apple trees carefully with pruning in mind. Do not cut aggressively as with peach or plum. Thin interfering limbs and trim sparingly, especially on older trees. Young trees may need more at times to shape toward the desired form.
Frost bitten grass is valued for soil protection rather than fodder. Farmers should use it to insulate and enrich the ground, reducing moisture loss and improving winter soil health rather to feed livestock.
The most valuable crop for late forage is corn, widely favored for its high yield and nutritive value. This emphasis notes corn as the leading forage option among late-season crops.
W D Nichols outlines sanitary features for a milk pail including a small opening, soldered seams, pouring over a clean surface, and appropriate height. He cautions against large openings and emphasizes flushing seams to prevent bacterial harboring.
The article explains how aging horses suffer from worn and jagged teeth that hinder chewing, leading to poor condition. It notes a float or rasp can fix teeth, though a veterinarian is preferable, and stresses maintaining dental health extends a horse’s useful years by preserving digestion and flesh.
The article advises a thorough cleaning of the chicken house now, followed by whitewash to seal cracks. A small amount of carbolic acid in the wash water boosts disinfection. A full cleaning while birds are dormant helps reduce future work and limits parasite growth in spring.
A brief note urges readers to monitor the hotbed activity closely. The call emphasizes ongoing vigilance and awareness of developing conditions surrounding the hotbed.
An old remark says the average man would rather lose five dollars on a horse race than a nickel through a hole in his pocket, reflecting frugal mindset and readiness themes.
Trial free offer advises applying Cuticura Ointment to pimples for five minutes then bathing with hot water and Cuticura Soap. Best when used on rising and retiring but effective anytime. Free sample by mail with book from Cuticura Dept. L Boston. Schwab made trustee of Cornell University.
In Walton on Thames James Wells was summoned for reckless conduct during November church services. He sang out of time and loudly disrupted the congregation at St Marys, drowning the vicar and verger’s instructions. The case was adjourned.
A playful exchange recalls painting the town and contrasts water colors with bold nightlife. The quote emphasizes how a world that frowns can be faced, but a smile can undo us.
A Missouri woman credits health improvement to leaving coffee and using Postum and Grape-Nuts for four months, then advises others to switch diet for stomach and nervous trouble. Her husband also benefited from ditching coffee and drinking Postum. Postum Co. promotes two forms with prices and instructions, claiming both taste similar and cost per cup is similar. There’s a reason for Postum. Sold by grocers.
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