Revolution in Old Egypt Records Upheaval Ended Poorly
Deciphered papyrus from 2000 B C describes an uprising in Egypt between the Old and Middle Kingdoms. The rebel cry and decline of royalty reveal a nation in turmoil with nobles and the poor turning against officials, ending in misery and hardship for many. A separate note from Taronga Park reports African wildlife encounters including elephants and leopards, noting felines’ activity and rarity of attacks on humans.
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Numorys the
Middle Kingdom
Hacktown
Contact Sprays Best Against Aphids for Orchards
Guidance on aphid control notes that contact sprays are necessary to reach aphids feeding on fruit and foliage. Nicotine is highly effective though costly, while fish oil washes offer small scale relief. Federal labeling requirements inform users of active and inert ingredient amounts for proper mixing.
Campaign to Improve Michigan Potato Seed Stock
A committee of agricultural agents launches a campaign to raise average potato yields in Michigan by improving seed stock. The effort, supported by the Michigan Agricultural College extension division and the U S Bureau of Markets, aims to provide pedigreed seed to counties, boosting state production. Local and Detroit visits are noted among participants and observers.
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Michigan
U.S
Markets
Ang
Khieny Agricultural College
Waird
Igin Agricultural College
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Advertisement Claims Cure
An advertisement promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine as a cure for catarrh claiming internal action through the blood to cleanse mucous surfaces. It touts a tonic and purifier blend by F J Cheney Co with testimonials and free literature from Toledo Ohio.
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Hall
Avon
F. J. Cheney &Co
Toledo
Woman Calls Police as Fire Destroys Stillman Store
In Muncie a four story Stillman department store blaze drew a fearful spouse claiming her husband was repairing the roof. A patrolman later found the worker had escaped and helped save a woman clerk in danger, prompting a proud yet surprised injury.
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Stillman
Muncie
Police ‘Headquarters
Tysteadsie
Indianapolis
Length of Life Extended in Historical Perspective
The article notes the 14th century plague claimed 25,000 deaths, about a quarter of world population, and compares life expectancy from the 16th century at 21 years to the 20th century at 45 years. It cites India at 24 years and praises advances in medicine over superstition in civilized nations.
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Ahich
India
France
Precocious Youth Plans and Family Roles
Two children Mary and Ruth discuss play ideas amid confusing dialogue about roles and money. Ruth suggests father figures while Mary contemplates absence of a father and shared resources. The fragment hints at family dynamics and social roles in a child’s imagination.
Humus in Raspberry Patch Aids Early Growth
Humus in the raspberry patch is more important during early growth than after planting. It is easier to apply manure when the patch is first planted. A cover crop in the previous season makes a fine bed for the new berry patch.
Horticultural Notes on Orchard Care and Spraying
Grapes require well drained soil and high pressure thorough spraying for success. Pruning and timing crucial for apples and plums. Strawberry yields peak first season then decline. Tree thinning stimulates growth of remaining limbs. Soil management and spraying avert diseases like curly leaf and June drop.
Kind Cooperation of Our Friends Gratitude Note
Our appreciation is deep and our warmest thanks go to you for your complete help. May you receive full measure of the joys in return and be blessed for your kindness.
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Plete
Nursery stock may bring in corn borer to Michigan
State Inspector L R Taft warns nursery shipments from New England and eastern New York threaten Michigan with the corn borer. The pest, now widespread in Massachusetts and parts of New York, attacks many crops and even weeds. Burn packing material and avoid nursery stock from infected regions. Submit suspicious samples to East Lansing for identification.
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East
Michigan
L. R. Taft
Massachusetts
New York
Mr. Taft
New England
Lochester
Geneva
Newark
Dansil
Cera
State Inspector of Nurseries
East Lansing
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Old Egypt
Africa
A. S. le Souef
Taronga Yao
Sydney
Uganda
Mr. le Souef
Sullivan- Cook
Specialists College 10
Harry Hings
Detroit
Weel
Minnie Ruckman
George Rose
So Orville
Frank “Rose
Mary
Ruth
Wortley & CO
Ypsilanti
Hart Schaffner & Marx Clothes
Aerry Christmas
Kuppenheimer
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