Remarkable Wheat Yields Reported Across Western Canada
An American observer details very high wheat yields across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta with reported averages of 50 to 65 bushels per acre. Individual farms claim 63 to 66 bushels, while areas east of Warner show extensive crops but limited threshing due to equipment shortages.
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Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Warner
Milk River
Western Canada
Saskatoon
Regina
Moose Jaw
Middle-aged Women and Rigid Beliefs Questioned
A witty line notes that nearly all middle-aged women are set in their ways and opinions, yet rarely admit it. The remark underscores stubborn consistency and the social caricature of fixed viewpoints among experienced women.
Castoria Ad Caution and a Fortune Claim
The notice urges mothers to examine each bottle of Castor A Castoria for safety and the signature of its maker. It touts over 30 years of use and mentions children crying for Fletcher's Castoria while referencing stepping into a fortune with no objections.
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Fletcher
Wanted Butternut Meats from This Year’s Crop Ad
Wanted butternut meats from this year’s crop five to ten pounds more or less. Will pay seventy five cents per pound. Geo A Joslyn Omaha Neb. Adv. It’s sometimes hard for a man to adjust his religion to fit his business.
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Geo
A. Joslyn
Omaha, Neb
Adv
How to mix potting soils for house plants
The article outlines three potting soil formulas for different plant types including geraniums ferns palms and roses with guidance on water testing and light needs. It describes making liquid manure from cow and hen manure, fermentation and application every two weeks plus tips for rooting and pruning.
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Litigaa Rose
How to Grow Primroses by Bessie's Guide
Instructions to propagate primroses from seeds in May or June using warm, sifted soil kept moist. Sow lightly in boxes or beds, cover lightly, and avoid deep planting. After 3 weeks to a month seedlings appear and are dusted with tobacco and sulphur to deter pests. keep soil moist but not wet for best growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bessie L. Putnam
Cold Pit For Winter Bloom In A Garden
Create a two foot deep cold pit in a dry garden spot to hold hotbed sash three by six feet. Line with cement brick walls, one foot above ground rear and nine inches front, end walls sloped for sash support. Fill bottom with coal ashes then set pots. Ventilate when possible and insulate with straw or carpet. Water thoroughly when potting, then water sparingly through winter.
Lesson on December 19 Fall and Captivity of Israel
The lesson cites Kings 17 and Luke 2 to illustrate God’s love amid Israel’s fall. It details three causes of captivity: persistent idolatry, secret sins, and self‑consecration to evil, then contrasts judgment with mercy and the hope of the Savior.
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Israel
Solomon
Hosea
Egypt
Assyria
God
Savior
Samaria
Quebec Bridge Constructs Unmatched Cantilever Span Progress
In a vast cantilever project, the Quebec bridge surpasses all others in size with a 1,800 foot channel span. The structure features dual main piers of massive masonry, heavy traveling cranes, and synchronized lift operations to avoid uneven stresses. Trains may cross by year end 1916.
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Quebec Bridge
Firth: of Forth
Scotland
Aluminum in War Use by Austria and Germany
The article notes Germany and Austria consume large amounts of aluminum for military needs, using it for drinking vessels equipment for Zeppelins and shells. It states aluminum rings on shells as copper becomes scarce and mentions French tests that rejected aluminum for artillery.
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Austria
Germany
William M Chase in a Odd Transaction with an Unartistic Congressman
A fragment notes a quirky exchange involving artist William M Chase and a congressman over a bed painting. The remark highlights playful irony about art and ownership in a private transaction.
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Chase’s. Malvation
William M. Chase
Rock Island Lines Advertises Farming Opportunities
Advertises rail service for homeseekers to Rock Island States Southwest offering stock raising and dairying prospects with cattle and beef or pork fattening. Mentions tickets on sale first and third Tuesdays monthly and invites readers to write for full particulars to L. M. Allen, Passenger Traffic Manager, Room 719 LaSalle Station, Chicago.
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Rock Island
Gale
Rock” Island
L. M. Allen
Rock
Island Lines
la Salle
Chicago
Adv
Credulous remark on selling mortgage of air castle
A comical line jokes about skepticism and gullibility, implying one could sell a mortgage on an impossible air castle to a very credulous person. The exchange blends irony with a light humorous jab at credulity.
Old Fashioned Patent Remedies and Humble Promises
An OCR filled page promotes Cuticura remedies for eczema and rashes with mail sample offers from Boston. It also advertises Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets for liver and bowel regulation and Red Cross Ball Blue detergent. The tone mocks social pretensions with light humor and product pitches.
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Extern
Cuticuta
Dept. Xy
Boston
Dr. Pierce
Cross
Dean
Bosry Pictor
Laura E. Mook
Maple
St. Clyde
Ohio
Heath
Doan
Foster-Milburn: Co
Buffalo
NOY
Carter
Carters Itetle IV
Parker
Mair
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