Button drive aids refugee garments and Red Cross
District 23 in early 1918 seeks serviceable buttons for refugee clothing. Mrs Oodie Weston notes a box social raised funds later turned to Mrs West for Red Cross. Local women, including Sunol delegates, prepare 150 sweaters for Cheyenne county and 250 for the state, with sewing and knitting schedules and credit hours announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oodie Weston
Sunol
C. W. Smith
Mesdames Allington
Demers Allington
Dparla
Dune
Cheyenne County
Central Division
State Director of Women's Service
American Red Cross
Red Cross
Women’s Service For
Nebraska
ZT. Lindsey
Ourtha
A Bird in the Hand Special Information Service Feature
A Bird in the Hand from the Special Information Service of the United States Department of Agriculture outlines practical guidance on bird care, feeding, and habitat management. It highlights common species, seasonal behaviors, and tips for backyard bird enthusiasts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Special Information Service
United States Department of Agriculture
Eggs Preserved for Winter Use in Home Canning
Practical guide from the era on preserving fresh eggs for up to a year using water glass or limewater. Includes preparation steps, solution ratios, storage guidance, and cost estimates. Notes that April to June eggs keep best, and warns against dirty or floaters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United State Department of Agriculture
Ways to prevent egg losses in poultry farming
Five practical measures to reduce egg spoilage due to heat are outlined. Keep nests clean with one nest per four hens, gather eggs twice daily, store eggs in a cool dry room, market eggs at least twice a week, and sell kill or confine all male birds after the hatch season.
Clean and Store Incubators and Pest Control
Instructions for cleaning and storing incubators after hatching season. Disinfectants, ventilation, and gas risks with formaldehyde solution. Advice on airing incubators before reuse and avoiding oil in the hood. Guidance on protecting chickens from lice using powders and minority remedies such as lard or vaseline for severe head lice. Mentions sodium fluoride as a remedy per Farmers Bulletin 801.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Prairie Gem community notes and events summary
Miss Clara Mohatt closed a school term with a Liberty program, picnic, and a city spelling contest won by Lidlen Mahatt and Mabel Anderson. News covers a sister's illness, Red Cross auxiliary formation, eighth grade exams, local visits, measles illness, and farm conditions. Also notes on tea curing purity in Japan and sanitation practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara Mohatt
Margaret Mahatt
Prairie Gem School
Lidlen Mahatt
Margaret’s
Mabel Anderson
Prairie Gem
Uelen
Ladies Mutual Improvement Club
Red Cross
Sidney Draw
Court House
Andrew Anderson
Sidney
Lorall
Nis Anderson
Harry Pittman
Potter School
Oliver
Max Young
Clarence Chambers
Japan
Landlady Serves Up Surprises in Kansas City Journal
A playful column from the Kansas City Journal whimsically notes how a landlady can dish out more than housing, offering unexpected services and quirks that amuse tenants and readers alike with light, humorous observations.
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Kinsas City Journal
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Fashion
Headquarters
Sammie
Eli Wenderson
Clyde Lorall
Dean Langston
Frank Westner
Lora Lorall
Helen Mohatt
Clara Mohcutt
Edna
Emma Wiessman
Ely Henderson
The
Furer Grocery
Tosties
Furer Grocery Co
Sidney, Nebraska
America
Lansing, Mich
M. W. Osborn
Prop
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