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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1918
Page
3
Addressing peach leaf curl caused by a fungus that distorts leaves and weakens trees. Early spring spraying before mid March is essential, as dormant spots are targeted. late sprays are ineffective. Copper sulfate and Bordeaux mixture are recommended, with Bordeaux allowing spotting to verify coverage.
The article urges customers to place early orders for fruit trees to receive the best stock and avoid rush periods. It notes trees are dug after frost, and nurserymen are busiest packing and shipping, so early orders ensure selection and reliable fulfillment even if some varieties sell out later.
During the dormant season, use lime sulfur or scalecide as a combined contact insecticide. Early spraying is best for scale and leaf curl control. Thorough coverage is essential to prevent uncovered areas from enabling curl leaf if conditions favor fungi growth.
Text describes destroying infected branches carefully to stop blight spread and sterilizing cutting instruments after each cut in corrosive sublimate solution, with additional precautions. Mentions painting cuts with white lead and linseed oil for protection.
Switzerland moves to curb influx of unwanted foreigners with ironclad passports or identification papers for all entrants and mandatory police registration after arrival. Deserters and refractionaries face deportation limits. Geneva and Zurich show notable deserter figures, fueling discussions on civilian labor service for these groups.
Portland Oregon report on a child's heartfelt pledge inspired by sugar shortages in France. Jark Applewhite of Clarkston Washington vows to avoid candy to aid the war effort and spare Belgian and French children.
Monica California reports a ten inch by eleven inch egg laid by George C. Harter of the Santa Monica fire department. Neighbors joke about an ostrich as Harter keeps four hens at his home on Colorado Avenue. He notes the bird has averaged two eggs daily for over a year.
Generals watched as American troops trained in British methods put on a brisk demonstration of energy precision and readiness to go over the top. A British sergeant major pressed the drill with harsh discipline while American graduates, soon to train new contingents, showed high speed and accuracy during trench and assault maneuvers in France.
The United States fuel administration and the department of agriculture launch an intensive campaign to substitute wood for coal. They estimate using wood could ease a coal shortage by fifty million tons, leveraging the nation's vast wood resources to preserve coal exports.
Washington announces thrift stamps to raise funds for the war, offering 25 cent and 5 dollar stamps. Investors may use thrift cards, redeemable for 5 dollar stamps later, with value and cost rising monthly until January 1, 1923. Buyers can redeem early with value plus monthly interest, and there are limits per person.
A compact note notes a price point of 28 dollars for The Kitchen Cabine and reflects on a man of forty years with a saying about stomach care. It mentions automobiles and judges men by hill climbing ability.
A vintage recipe collection from Liberty Foods includes Cream of Peanut Soup, Liberty Fruit Cake, Caramel Bananas, and Liberty Fruit Rolls. Instructions cover ingredients like peanut butter, milk, flour, sour cream, molasses, and spices, with serving tips and baking directions.
A brief quotation encourages cheerful effort and persistent preparation for advancement. It emphasizes a confident, proactive mindset and readiness for future opportunities. The message reflects a historical voice stressing determination and perseverance.
A nostalgic note on pies as American favorites with apple and lemon leading, pumpkin rising, and rich recipes for Cream Prune Pie Raisin Pie Lemon Pie and other specialties. Instructions cover crusts fillings and meringue with bake guidelines and optional nut variations.
Peggy, a measles patient, recovers but dreads returning as she fears teacher will burn her or drop absentees from the register, seeing the risk of being erased after absence.
A playful line notes Hamlet's retort when his mother says she will be bold in front of him, quipping that she had better be square with him herself.
A light exchange plays on misheard numbers and wit as one speaker jokes about plans going awry and his wife’s sharp reply. The humor hinges on miscommunication and playful banter between spouses.
A businessman notes that his acquaintance Mr. Waters has filed a petition with the legislature to change his name. The remark hints at financial or professional motives behind the legal action.
A column laments borrowed funds and widespread speculation, detailing financial mismanagement allegations and the deep distress caused by perceived theft. The piece frames the issue as a cautionary tale of public funds and trust.
A lighthearted exchange centers on a pudding recipe turned joke with playful taunt as a husband and wife banter about being a waste basket. The quip captures domestic humor in a brief dialogue.
Beulah and Bertha greet each other and plan a good talk choosing to buy opera tickets for an evening outing. Their cheerful exchange emphasizes a desire for conversation and social activity.
A brief exchange unfolds with a wife praising her husband and noting he earned $100 during the time it took to choose a hat, suggesting a light moment in a New Haven Register item.
A brisk remark chain notes a man loudly praising another, with a teasing reply about an 80 score and a blunt line implying death as the ultimate compliment. The exchange captures local tone and colorful banter.
A humorous exchange set in Rome features a playful dialogue about tameness and a dog. The woman challenges a man’s assumption while he notes the toy resembling a dog. The brief sketch ends with a light, witty back-and-forth.
Dialogue excerpt from Stray Stories shows Gladys and Reggie recalling past romance with playful banter. Reggie admits retaining a hint of affection while Gladys notes the lovelight in his eyes. The piece captures nostalgic mood and interpersonal tension.
A playful exchange imagines how a voice from the tombs might sound through a skeleton’s joints. The dialogue hints at eerie novelty rather than a factual report or event.
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