Western Canada Farmers Thrive on Low Land Costs and Wheat Prices
The article argues that Western Canadian farmers coped with postwar low grain prices by leveraging cheap land, large productive areas, and low overhead. It notes wheat and other grains fell from 1920 to 1921, but farming remains efficient due to land valued under 50 dollars an acre and broad scope for cultivation. It suggests Homeseekers rates to Western Canada for information via government agents.
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Western
Canada
Insect Enemies of Home Garden
A USDA prepared guide classifies garden pests into two groups, primary crop feeders and general feeders. It covers cutworms, white grubs, wireworms, blister beetles, and plant-lice with control methods including poisoned bait, deep plowing, crop rotation, and fumigation for glasshouse infestations.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Paris to New York Spark Broad Spring Fashion Shows
A fashion writer surveys American and Paris openings as spring gowns trend toward varied drapings and floor length options. Designs from Cheruit and Martial et Armand highlight beaded trims, white fabrics, and beltline variations.
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Paris
New York
New York Times
America
Skort
National Garment Retailers
Martial Et Armand
Cheruit
All Depends No Place Is So Fine as Homesick Farm Life
The line reflects homesickness shaping perception of place in rural life. It contrasts the ideal view with the harsher reality experienced by residents, suggesting mood and environment influence daily judgments. The quote echoes themes of attachment and disillusionment in agrarian settings.
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Cheruit
When Heine Was a Tramp
A short humorous note recalls Heinrich Heine wandering Saxony in an old coat during a summer. He aimed to visit Goethe in Weimar but forgot his planned eulogy, praising Saxon plums instead. The piece characterizes Heine as a railing exile from Paris, witty yet endearing as a tramp.
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Heine
Heinrich Heine
Saxony
Weimar
Goethe
Harz
Paris
Secret of his business kept private in bankruptcy trial
During a bankruptcy trial the judge asks how the defendant keeps credit open. The defendant replies that he could reveal the method but only behind closed doors, noting several competitors present and no wish to teach them the secret.
Don't Be Afraid We Knew Not of a Man Catching Cold
A Boston Transcript editorial argues against fear of personal change and mocks the idea that abandoning bad habits cures all ills. It cautions readers not to overstate the power of self reform.
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Boston Transcript
Soybean Role in Crop Rotation in Short Rotations
The USDA states soybeans suit short crop rotations and can follow grain crops for either a full season or part season. The seed’s cash value supports growing soybeans as a main crop, placing them where corn is typically used in rotation.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Gude's Pepto Mangan Advertisement Claims Health Boost
A vintage ad promises relief for dyspepsia and fatigue by taking Gude's Pepto Mangan with meals. It asserts improved appetite, color to cheeks and lips, and restored strength after a few weeks, offered in liquid and tablet forms.
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Gude
Driving Father to the County Bill Sparked Town Talk
The town is abuzz over Nickelpinch claiming he drives his old father in his car and never charges him. He says the county footing the bill is the result of a good turn.
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Nickelpinch
Diamond Dyes Promise Easy Home Dyeing For All Fabrics
An advertisement touts Diamond Dyes as simple to use for dyeing or tinting worn dresses, skirts, sweaters, and even draperies. It claims guaranteed no spotting fading streaking or running and asks customers to specify material type wool silk linen cotton or blends.
White Spots on Wood Explained Cleaners
White spots on wood result from using strong soap. Use luke warm water and milk or soap suds and cleaning powder. These methods leave no spots and remove dirt effectively.
Bayer Tablets of Aspirin Named Prominent in Ad
An advertisement urges readers to ask for Bayer Tablets of Aspirin, noting the Bayer Cross stamp on each tablet and package as protection against imitation. The message claims physicians have prescribed it for over twenty-one years and highlights the genuine Bayer brand.
Tender exchange echoes across a quiet moment
A whispered dialogue shows a tender, teasing exchange as she asks if her lips are the only ones he has kissed and he affirms with a quiet, intimate claim about their sweetness.
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Couturiers
Richard
BAYER
Excello
Mfrs
Adrian, Mich
West Virginia
the Gold Nursery CO
Mason City
W. Va
Troy Day Cleaning CO
Calhoun St
Fort Wayne
Indiana
South
Williams
Southern Railway Development Service
Washington, D C
S. C. Teichs Co
W. Monroe St
Chicago
Wyse & CO
Muncie
Ind
Boston
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