Proclamation Tradition Ties Thanksgiving to Washington Era
A history of Thanksgiving proclamations from George Washington to Abraham Lincoln, tracing how early presidents set or revived dates for national gratitude. It covers Washington’s 1789 proclamation, Madison’s wartime days, and Lincoln’s effort to anchor Thanksgiving on the last Thursday in November, amid war and peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
Abraham Lincoln
George Washington
James Madison
New York City
First Congress
House of Representatives
Elias Boudinot
New Jersey
Continental Congress
United States
Boudinot
Annals
Burke
Aedanus Burke
South Carolina
Congress
Sherman
Roger Sherman
Connecticut
Temple
Senate
Messrs
William S.) Johnson
Ralph) Izard
Washington
Philadelphia
John Adams
Thomas Jefferson
England
Madison
Noember
Lincoln
Bull Run
Western Newspaper Union
Details Insure Eggs in Winter
Winter egg production hinges on balanced rations, ample space, fresh air, clean litter, and pest control. Green feed and dairy byproducts bolster health, while avoiding sudden diet changes. Leghorns require three sq ft floor space and six inches of roosting per bird, with 15 to 23 sq ft per hundred for open front space.
Fattening Poultry for Holiday Markets
D H Hall Clemson extension poultry expert outlines a fattening plan for market birds. He endorses a soft mash rich in protein and high carbohydrates to maximize muscle softness. The recommended ration uses corn meal wheat bran middlings buttermilk or meat scraps, with confinement guidelines by age and a target gain of 50 to 90 percent of body weight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. H. Hail
Extension Poultry Husbandman
Clemson College
Mr. Hall
Changing Litter Often Gives Healthy Results
Advice on poultry care emphasizes changing litter frequently to prevent birds from eating dusty manure. It warns against damp floors whether boards or cement and advises good ventilation to keep humidity down. The guide notes hens expel most moisture through breath and stresses labor and cost but links litter freshness to best outcomes.
Ultraviolet Rays and Sunlight Affects Hen Laying
The text argues windows should hinge to let sun directly shine on hens as glass blocks ultraviolet rays. It claims UV light makes minerals in the ration available and hens can store this factor in their bodies. Prolonged darkness exhausts the supply, producing shelled eggs despite ongoing laying.
Potatoes Improve Winter Hens Rations With Warm Mash
Cooked or mashed potatoes are recommended for laying hens in winter. Boiled or steamed potatoes should be mixed hot with laying mash to form a moist crumbly mash fed as a warm meal at noon or in the evening, consumed in about 15 to 20 minutes.
Popular Scottish Dish Haggis Described
A traditional Scottish dish is defined as a boiled mixture of heart liver and lungs from a sheep or other animal, cooked in the animal’s stomach with pepper salt onions suet and oatmeal. It is noted as peculiarly Scottish.
Remington Ad Promotes One Dollar Knife Gift
A large newspaper advertisement by Remington Arms Company markets a new one dollar knife. It invites readers to send a dollar and dealer name to Remington Cutlery Works in Bridgeport Connecticut for quick delivery. Aimed as a Christmas gift for a husband or son.
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Remington Arms Company
Remington Arms and Ammunition
Remington Cutlery Works
Barnum Avenue
Pridgeport
Connecticut
Senator Sorghum on Air Travel and Politics
Senator Sorghum explains he has never flown and says airplanes are unsuitable for politics because pilots garner all the publicity. The exchange highlights his skepticism of air travel for public figures.
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Senator Sorghum
Alkalinize Your System Claims Cure For Colds
Doctors promote a new cold treatment using Philips Milk of Magnesia to restore alkalinity. Start at first symptoms with a spoonful morning noon and night first two days then only at night. Colds supposedly reduce body alkalinity and cause illness. Also notes Knox College absorbing Lombard College and a Landor quote on public punishment.
Delicate Rope Paper Used in Earthenware Pattern Transfer
Old tarred ropes yield a strong delicate paper used in pottering to transfer patterns to earthenware. A hand twisted sheet can support a weight of one hundred pounds or more.
Testimonial on Lydia E. Pinkham Vegetable Compound
A North Dakota resident from Lankin describes prolonged illness that limited house cleaning and outdoor work. After taking three bottles of Lydia E. Pinkham Vegetable Compound, health improved and the writer recommends the remedy for others, wishing the letter used as a testimonial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lydia E. Pinkham
Lankin
North Dakota
Lydia FE. Pinkham
Tituis Trenpa
R. FP. D
This Medicine Sold in Liquid and Tablet Form
An advertisement touts a medicine available in liquid and tablet forms. It claims investors can start a business for $336 and earn at least $33 weekly, urging readers to write for a sample from 1728 Venice Blvd Los Angeles California.
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Venice Blvd
Los Angeles
Calif
Higher Opinions in the Henpeck Household
In a humorous exchange Mrs. Henpeck notes opinions rising around the home. Mr. Henpeck responds hesitantly about how his view of Maria, her view of him, and the neighbors’ opinions affect daily life.
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Henpeck
Mr. Henpeck
Maria
Reaching a Decision
Jane questions why Philippa chose Billy over Jim after Billy proposed. Philippa answers she loved Billy best and accepted his proposal.
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Jane
Billy
Jim
Philippa
Castoria promise for children health and comfort
An advertisement extols Castoria as a mother’s standby for children ailments. It touts quick relief from colic constipation feverish spells and fretful sleep with a pure vegetable preparation. The ad urges looking for Chas. H. Fletcher’s signature as a sign of authenticity.
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Chas. H. Fletcher
Wisconsin Expert Advises On Winter Laying Pullets
J. B. Hayes of the University of Wisconsin says mature pullets make better winter layers and are more profitable when egg prices are high. He notes thin pullets fail to endure heavy production and that starts too early reduces long term laying potential.
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J. B. Hayes
University of Wisconsin
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Atari
Elmo Scott Watson
Poudinot
Peter Sylvester
New York
J. C. Fitzpatrick
Division of Manuscripts
Library of Congress
Fitzpatrick
William Jackson
Jackson
Bayer Aspirin
BAYER
Potter Drug & Cheesical Corporation
Malden, Maes
Knox College
Galesburg, Ill
Old Siwash
Lombard College
Landor
Parker
Hiscox Chemical Works
Patchogue
N.Y
Castoria
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