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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1926
Page
5
A car of bran and a car of alfalfa hay are on the road and available now. Dairymen are asked to contact immediately as only about five tons remain. Alfalfa hay is emphasized as the best option for dairy feeders.
Local dealer advertises a remaining stock sale of Gold Medal Products including Flour Feed and Bran. They offer guaranteed out of car prices on 98 pound sacks of Gold Medal Flour and related auto supplies, urging quick purchase before stock runs out.
A buying notice urges customers to prepare for cold and blustery storms with a two price offer on a closed cab service. The ad emphasizes protecting family and avoiding doctor bills through early purchase.
Ad promotes Egg a Day poultry feed options with box sizes for 1 to 12 pounds covering 1 to 4 months and prices from 0.20 to 1.25. It touts Coro Laying Mash as a buttermilk oat base and claims feeding it yields nickel earnings for hen layings. Also mentions Pratts Poultry Tonic in all sizes.
A local supplier announces several sample sacks of Zeigler stove nut coal available free to interested coal users. The offer invites customers to try the coal at no cost.
The article advises homemakers on selecting curtain fabrics and hanging methods. It stresses simplicity, window shape, light and privacy balance, and the impact on room style. It recommends 60 yards of material for fireproof rooms, sample testing under day and artificial light, and preferring durable fabrics that wear well.
A United States Department of Agriculture bulletin targets younger children with nutrition guidance. Ruth Van Deman and Caroline L. Hunt explain balanced meals, introduce calories, and urge weight tracking, milk intake of a pint daily, vitamins from fruits and vegetables, and limit sweets.
The USDA explains soft custard, made from milk eggs sugar salt and flavoring, is iron rich and similar to cream in composition except iron content. It is recommended for children who need iron, while adults may need calcium. Cream suits grownups, soft custard better for kids. economy hinges on egg prices.
A pamphlet argues septic tanks fail to kill disease germs. It states sewage loses solids through decomposition but escaping liquid remains foul and dangerous. It compares septic tanks to barrels or cisterns, lacking germ-killing power.
Cloths moistened with linseed oil or other polishing preparations can spontaneously combust. Such oils pose a serious fire hazard. avoid danger by destroying used cloths immediately or storing them in a tightly closed fireproof container.
A historical tip instructs pricking the pie crust with a fork before baking to vent steam. This prevents undercrust puffing and bubbling when the custard is added, ensuring a flat crust and even bake.
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