The Custard Cup Chapter Tangles in Neighboring Feuds
In the Custard Cup tale, Lettie faces harsh scrutiny from Mr Wopple in a tense exchange about reform and guardianship. Mrs Penfield asserts Lettie deserves a chance, while tensions with Dick Chase and Lorene reveal looming decisions on marriage and responsibility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lette
Mr. Wapple
Latte
Lettle
Wapple
Ole
Dex
Lettie
Mr. Wopple
Miss Penfold
Allis
Mra. Penfield
Dick Chase
Lorene
Number 47
Percy
Slab Girl Buried On Day She Was To Wed
A fragmented obituarial note reports a young woman buried the day she was to wed. Details are unreadable, but the surviving words hint at a personal tragedy and a planned ceremony overshadowed by death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Wopple
Angie
Baby Beef Production Sees Sharp Rise In Recent Years
The article reports a growing output of baby beef driven by demand for high quality meat and higher production costs. Minnesota station tests show silage in ration improves intake and weight gain while lowering grain needs, with profit trends affected by silage costs and breed differences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bernnce
Minnesota
Good Temper in Animals Benefits Farmers and Herders
The article argues that calm animals save time and money, while mean temperaments hinder work. It cites expert Alfred Westfall of Colorado Agricultural College on training, and stresses patience, gentleness, and proper early handling to prevent bad habits. A farmer’s harshness breeds fear and misbehavior, increasing labor and worry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred Westfall
Colorado Agricultural College
St Vitus Dance Affects Young Pigs Incurable Paralyzing Disease
Report discusses St Vitus dance in young pigs, noting it causes paralysis in hind legs, arises from vitality issues and poor breeding practices, and is described as practically incurable once advanced.
Young Pig Ration Aims to Build Bone and Muscle
The article advises a piglet diet focused on bones and muscles rather than fat. It recommends a small corn portion and adds skim milk, protein-rich feeds like alfalfa, and other protein sources to support growth.
Live Stock Notes From Fragmented Ledger
Fragmentary livestock notes mention sellers and buyers and uncertain prices. The readable bits reference smiths mine and others in a rough market discourse with incomplete lines and stray names.
Orchard Fertilizer Boosts Orchard Yields Says Nitrate Best
An Oslo farmer cites Successful Farming notes that fertilizing orchards drives higher output. Barnyard manure under trees helps some, but nitrate of soda at about 5 pounds per tree annually yields the best return, with spreading around branch drip lines maximizing root feeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oslo
Dusting Equals Spraying In Apple Scab Trials
Prof L M Massey of Ithaca reports findings on dusting versus spraying for apple scab and peach leaf curl. Dusting yields faster work with less labor and similar results to spraying, though evidence for San Jose scale control remains insufficient. Cornell researchers advise growers to keep spraying gear for delayed dormant sprays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. M. Massey
Ithaca
Cornell
Experiment Station
San Jose
Clean Out Old Canes at End of Fruiting Season
Fragmented OCR describes clearing old rasberry and blackberries canes after fruiting. Mentions volunteer work and timing after training, noting uncertain phrases about method and scheduling. Unclear names or dates are not recoverable.
Tanlac touted as health restoration by Albuquerque ad
An old newspaper snippet promotes Tanlac claiming it rebuilt health after weakness and loss of appetite. The ad features a testimonial from Dana Aj of Albuquerque and notes one million bottles sold. It also briefly mentions stove innovation and domestic discord dialogue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tanlac
Aly
Dag
Marla Aj
Querque
N. M
Tania
Mae Tanlac
Spoon Recalled As Faulty Design Sparks consumer concern
A partially legible notice warns of a spoon product identified as faulty mid use. Authorities urge consumers to discontinue use and monitor further advisories. The item appears linked to a specific manufacturer and distribution channel, prompting recalls and safety inspections.
CASTORIA MARKETING PROMISES AID FOR CHILDREN
An old advertisement touts Fletcher's Castoria used for over 80 years to ease infant colic, feverishness, and upset stomachs by regulating bowels and aiding digestion. It claims the product calms fussiness and promotes natural sleep with a signature of authenticity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fletcher
Legacy of Crime Artifacts Fetches Tiny Sums in London Sale
The private collection of George R. Sims, once built over thirty years for his "Black Museum," sold quickly in London. Items tied to famous crimes fetched mere shillings, including a chair linked to a murder and autographed letters from notorious felons, while exotic rings and era relics drew minimal bids as public interest waned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George R. Sims
Thor
London
Sims
Also Mentioned on This Page
Florence Bingham Livingston
Gmeeve I Heras
Dyper
Mr. Wopsto
Miss Penteld
Abs
Nest
Afra
Penfield
Lyttie
Jerry
Willem Tom
Ene
Pei Smiths
Kriss
Kross
CapiMlin
Mae
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!