The Farmer and the Modern Call of Work
A cluster of excerpts and reflections on farming life from 1877 urges boys to seek calling beyond the farm if needed. It compares pursuits like engine driving and professional reading to farming, emphasizing persistent energy, industry knowledge, and adaptation to succeed. It notes farmers often neglect journals and laws, contrasts dairy pricing, and warns against relying on luck rather than pluck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Puss Cove Lyaisn
Coe
Forage and form in horse breeding and colt care
The piece argues against heavy corn feeding for young colts, praising oats and hay to promote balanced growth. It explains how proper body proportions, bone and muscle development, and harmonious development across organs determine a horse’s value and speed. It cites American Eclipse as an example of mature growth before racing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Live Stock Journal
Och Hong
Henry
Balloons in Warfare Debated by Pall Mall Gazette
The Pall Mall Gazette reports German tests on balloons for reconnoitering. A compact balloon with gas supply was developed for three riders, but tethering and wind drift hinder observations, limiting use to dispatches unless a practical drift prevention is found.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pall Mall Gazette
Germany
Wants of the United Presbyterian Men
The passage lists a long call for pure upright incorruptible men who are not for sale or swayed by threats. It praises those who fear the Lord keep their vows and uphold truth, courageously pursue justice, and live by divine wisdom and Christlike love as Men of God.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Talis
United Presbyterian
Mnother
Gail
Anen
Christ
God
VEGETINE Endorsed As Great Medical Aid In Boston Testimony
A Boston reader recounts relief from chronic illness after using VEGETINE, claiming notable improvements in digestion and overall health. The letter describes symptoms, treatment response, and a positive return to health, urging others to consider VEGETINE.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wai Vasari
Cote
Rinanders
Rostow
Siesbern Dhaplia
Elias
Arkansas
Boston
Elty
Dalim
Maga
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Phil Bulletin
Herald
South Carolina
Boston Post
Phl. Press
Cincinnai Commercial
Coles
Turing
Sears
Corey
Lan
Whistler
Chicago
Joel Poipers
Gren
Stark
Benn
Jay
Matty
Ib Feadt
Aren Sands
Puck
SANAH
Uiliran Etreet
Charlestown
Main
Victor Sommers & CO
Victor Summers & Coo
Novil
Public Square
City Hall
Springfield
Ean
Rosewengsl
Eek EN
FN Veen
Andee
PteVston Isa Deel A
Elezer
Mathews
Bern
Sbmrtisa
Terre al Anseinte
Btra Fine Mikel Ines
Jackson
Hershey
Wussen
doasiPa
Soyspepeia
Fins
Robertson
Peland
China Pigs
Eoland
Rane
Toliaan
Oreene
Moss
M.A
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Pring- Hohl
Mey
W.G. Townsend
T. Bh. Townsend
D. Potter
Cserne
Tols
Greene County
Lewis Elphin
Pringfield
See
Wil
Pipkin
FM Piprln
RELI
Cireait Centul
Neeph d Weaver
Ulas
Joseph W. Farrier
Nute
Greene County National Bank i Ourriye Farrier and Gardner
Joe Dern
Greenear
Missouri
Sprix Gsilli der
H. Paine
Jones
Miscourt
Holt
A& Confeu Jctirther
Eoyy
H Paine
Greene
Lewis
Irk
Pitintlil
Agaanst Sagan Clark
Mis
Sion Tore
J A Eis Helt Eon
Bavet
Tirceme
Srca
J.N. Miller
Aconey
Phunis of
Hartlandt
Voutinestal of
New York
St. Hi
Mississiggi Valley
Memipleis, Teun
Pommerdidal
St. Louis
Mutya Benet
Jersey
Aggregate
Aay Alien
Yeom Np
Mateey Bleck
A. Sumner & Co
Ale Ros St Sthrerz
ST. Louis, MO
Scettt
Walt
Ciatha
Reeser & Hallelfieger
Alegture Te
Young Wen
Evel Reaper
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Cul “Beet Medical CO
Serko Fay Og
Mam
Pamphliets
Phe Springfield
Mansacturing CO
Serengeteld. MO
Bill Heads
Ranson
LO DE Me Keeles
Clifford
Fesriface
Feverague
Richardson
Dr. Whittier
St. Charles Street
Cate
Bres Paige
Gussun
Dante
Whittier
St. Chatreet
St. Charles St
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