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Newspaper
Otterbein Sun
Location
Otterbein, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1901
Page
1
The Otterbein based Sun column showcases humorous quotes and spoof notices from literary sources. It riffs on cordial hospitality and domestic banter with brief jests about summer visits and social expectations.
A five acre trial fed steers on harvested corn and cowpeas with cotton seed supplement. Initial weight 8858 lb, daily gain 2 lb per steer, five days on site, corn yield 25 bu per acre, cowpeas modest. Feed cost calculated at 1.0 cent per pound of corn, suggesting grazing before frost is profitable and worthy of trial.
A Prairie Farm report warns that much seed corn in the belt is moldy or low quality due to poor curing and thawing. It urges corn growers to buy tested seed from reliable seed dealers, avoid crib-stored grain, and test varieties to determine whether white or yellow types best suit their fields.
Breeders are advised of Bee Line stallion’s sale numbers and lineage. Bee Line will stand for a short season after June 12 at 7 miles north and 1 mile west of Otterbein, owner Joseph E. Snyder. He is described as a fast pacer with an extended line tracing to Crabtree Bellfounder and Impored Bellfounder.
A Detroit Journal item quotes a critic calling a subject's chin weak and remarks that a napkin tucked under it at dinner would suit the image. The dialogue underscores a caustic tone about appearance.
A brief comic exchange from Tit-Bits notes a wife asking what a baby might be thinking and a brute replying he is likely thinking of something to cry about tonight.
Dialogue shows a child asking to name a dot after Dr Squiers while a mother notes the child’s resemblance to the doctor calling him a champion killer. The exchange hints at a boastful comparison and playful mischief.
A Brooklyn Life quip describes a preacher whose vivid sermon on "Slades" drew a heated, crowdsourced reaction. The joke notes the audience needed fans handed out by ushers to cool down during the fervent address.
Garden note on building strong honey bee colonies in spring. Duff explains that bees require proper management to increase colony numbers, which leads to larger honey crops. Emphasizes farmer responsibility in colony development and seasonal preparation.
The Breeder's Gazette outlines a multi pasture system for 100 to 175 hogs using A and B pastures for grasses and clover, with corn fodder and annual clover sowing. It recommends rotating clover sowing in corn fields, shading to retain moisture, cement feeding floors open to sun, and a shaded, wind-protected setup.
A scanned real estate list details numerous farms for sale in Indiana and nearby towns. Properties include improved stock and grain farms with prices per acre, timber, water access, orchards, and farm buildings. Locations mention Veeder, Cates, Kineroan, Kingman, and surrounding areas with varied acreage and drainage, some with coal or timber value.
In Panama Columbia Dr Charles H Utter reports a sixteen year old patient with severe dysentery improved within eight hours after taking Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. By the end of a week she was fully well. For sale by TL Asurns.
Twelve miles of New York rail last year contrasted with Texas leading at 328 miles. Local reports promote Dr King s New Discovery curing bronchial illness and whooping cough, with free trials at Burns drug store. Botanists note twenty six cane pests while De Witt s Little Early Risers promise safer bowels. Over six thousand miles of new US steam railways planned with Oklahoma and Indian Territory seeing growth.
A reader notes advertising for Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin seen several times and admits neglect. The writer claims an ounce of the syrup is as good as a three weeks' vacation and mentions Burns Drug Store as the outlet.
Multiple farm notices describe parcels near Kingman Indiana and surrounding towns. Listings include No 1 140 acres with stock facilities near Kingman, No 11 flour mill for sale in good shape, No 12 twenty acres with timber and water access, plus several other tracts of 5 to 200 acres with houses, barns, orchards, and road access. Prices range from about 40 to over 100 dollars per acre.
An advertisement compiles various claims about medicines and remedies. It mentions Madi son Medicine Co and Paley's Kidney Cure, with testimonials and praise from multiple places. The piece also notes a Greenland newspaper owner who distributes it personally and a young mayor supporting late-night Monte Pincio concerts.
A collage of advertisements promotes Dr. Wing's New Life Pills for liver and skin health, Bucklin Amica Salve for sores, Kadal Dyspepsia Cure marketed as a complete digestive aid, and W Burns drugstore specials. Also noted are arid land reclamation in Colorado and L. E. B. & W. Railway summer excursion rates to Colorado and Utah with routes via Denver and Salt Lake City.
A neighbor reports an infant girl recovering from cholera infantum after using Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. The account, dated last May, credits the remedy with a complete recovery within two days and ongoing health. Sold by L Burns.
Reports from the Hoard of Prade state that global use of Supat in P8867 totals 5,200,000 tans. The figure highlights widespread demand across regions.
Lebanon Ry writes that Foley's Kidney Core gave him permanent care for kidney disease, avoiding a costlier outcome. O O Buck of Beirne Ark credits DeWitts Little Early Risers for constipation relief after long trouble. The note mentions 1474 North Carolina post offices with postmasters earning under 50 yearly.
Mrs. OQ B Dutton of Vanville writes that a small battle with whooping cough was cured by Moleys Honey and Lar cure, saving her child from a doctor. The account credits the remedy for calming the illness without medical aid.
A reading notes that transportation in Ireland is so inadequate that moving an ox from the interior to Skendon costs more than a tram ride to America.
The ad promises a universal salve for wounds piles and all skin diseases. It claims guaranteed healing though details and legitimacy are unclear.
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