They Wanted A Dog From The Society For The Cruelty To Children
An elderly couple longs for companionship after the death of their son. Seth Earl secures a dog but returns with a baby boy when Ada discovers a charity offering children. The couple welcomes a new life, finding joy in motherhood and a hopeful future together.
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C. B. Crawford
Seth Earl
Ada
Arthur
Earl
Seth
Society For the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals
Society
Society For the Prevention of Cruelty
W. G Chapman
London and its Lumber
London Chroncle notes London is the most conservative city in Europe and loves its lumber. Notices about hackney carriages still appear on lamp posts though no vehicles stand there for years. The piece reflects on social history and future changes as eras pass.
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London
Europe
Theater N Omnif-Aeros
Like the Beat of Mankind
A visitor jokes with Harry about livelihood and the boy replies he simply eats to live, a quiet exchange that highlights humble daily needs and human common ground.
Campaign to eradicate hog cholera begins in Iowa and Indiana
The agriculture department starts a nationwide effort to stamp out hog cholera using serum treatment developed at the federal level and in cooperation with Iowa State College. Beginning in Iowa and Indiana, the plan mirrors cattle tick eradication, expanding outward in widening circles to prevent spread.
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Iowa
Indiana
Department of Agriculture
Congress
Iowa State College
Doctor Dorsett
Farmera
Summer pruning of peaches
Summer pruning should not be severe as top and root growth are interdependent and severe cuts can unbalance the root system. Healthy growth needs a dark green foliage canopy. Pruning should use clippers to avoid skinning bark from tender wood and broken twigs.
Money From Dairying and Orchards Explains Farm Profit
The piece argues dairying provides year round cash flow while fruit farming yields seasonal income. A dairyman using sound business judgment will see monthly deposits, with a large autumn fruit sale supplementing overall profits from the combined farming approach.
Cats Versus Birds Declares Cats Major Bird Threat
An article argues cats kill hundreds of birds yearly, noting 90 million cats in the country. It explains cats hunt after rain when birds are wet and inactive, climbing trees to prey on helpless nestlings.
Excellent Hay Rack Lift by J Wesley Griffin
This article describes a hay rack lift design to rest the rack when not in use to save manpower and time. It explains driving the wagon between posts to lift and drop the rack, allowing one person to change frames quickly and safely. The method aims to place the lift at wagon wheel height, then raise the rack above the wheels as the wagon passes.
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J Wesley Griffin
Winding Barbed Wire Using an Old Buggy Axle
Carl Achilles in the Independent Farmer describes a simple wire winding tool. An old buggy axle with two five foot two by fours forms the frame, a bent rod acts as a crank, and two nails secure the spool. One man pushes while the other turns the crank to wind wire quickly and evenly.
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Carl Achilles
Danger of Overchurning in Butter Making
Overchurning butter leads to large lumps and more moisture from buttermilk. This buttermilk reduces keeping quality and should not be churned into the butter.
Hint for Horsemen on Safe Handling at Stalls
Advice warns not to lead a horse before securing the stall door. If an inattentive door swings open, the horse may react by pulling back and injuring or breaking its neck. Handles risk when doors are not firmly fastened.
Wise Economy for Windbreak Plantings
The article urges planting wind breaks with evergreens including arborvitae Norway spruce and balsam fir mixed with other varieties for a pleasing contrast. It emphasizes wise economy in choosing species and combinations to create effective shelter and visual appeal.
Fries Overlook Profit Tips For Peak Weight
In a rush period growers may miss optimal fry weights. A two to two and a half pound yield garners the top price, guiding producers to favor that size range during busy times.
Find Cow's Value by Yearlong Teather Test
A cow's value comes from long evaluation over a year or more. A seven day test misleads, offering an incomplete assessment of productivity and potential.
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Teather
Weak Chicka Punishes the Weak Chick on KI
A local column on KI radio outlines a harsh saying about selecting strong individuals. The piece frames the rule as a rough moral stance and reflects a colloquial voice from the era.
Coca Cola Habit Described As A Ghostly Dependence
A medical expert asserts Coca Cola forms no true habit like opium or alcohol. He compares its draw to the beefsteak or ice cream cravings, noting many drink for taste and refreshment rather than addiction. He warns against equating Coca Cola with habit forming drugs.
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Adv
Would Know Soon Mistress Trial For A Week
A terse dialogue hints at a prospective cook's assurance he can judge Gi's biking readiness within twenty four hours during a life scene. The exchange implies a trial period and unknown outcomes.
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