Farmers Near Finish Oat Planting This Week
In the local farming area most oat fields are already in or will be completed within the week. Farmers report timely planting and good moisture conditions aiding early establishment across the region.
13 Apr 1917
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Newspaper
Steele City Press
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1917
Page
1
In the local farming area most oat fields are already in or will be completed within the week. Farmers report timely planting and good moisture conditions aiding early establishment across the region.
The ad notes spring joys and contrasts rheumatic pains caused by cold damp air. It recommends applying Chamberlain's Liniment for relief and states it is for sale by all dealers.
Mr and Mrs Cass hosted Mr and Mrs Bracken with their children and Bracken’s mother for an Easter dinner at their home. The gathering included extended family and emphasized holiday reunion.
Tuesday evening Wm. Woods departed with one car of cattle and one mixed car. Wednesday evening Sam A. Woods followed to St. Joe with two cars of cattle. Art Hamley also sent one car of cattle that same evening.
Local items report six weeks left in school. Assessor W C Palmer started work, Mrs Bitch returned from Sabetha, and Rev Dilan did church work at Daykin. Hog prices peaked at 16.20 in St Joseph. Various visits, births, sales, and notices follow including seed potatoes for sale and a found gold watch in the city park.
The community hall hosts a literary program closing tonight while enlistments are urged in Fair berg on April 16 to 18. Local leaders promote peace, a new marshal is elected, and residents are urged to plant gardens to ease wartime costs. Wheat prospects look dire with high winter-kill in Jefferson county and Nebraska expects more corn and oats. Meanwhile Great Briar Tons of Testaments reports large Bible aid to prisoners of war and wounded soldiers across Europe and home fronts, with millions distributed already.
Bill collectors the assessor the village marshal and recruiting officers keep some of us pretty busy dodging.
An article praises the Humane Society and the Be Kind to Animals week movement. It notes nationwide efforts to teach kindness to animals, observances from April 16 to 22, and six reasons from Geo T Angell for humane treatment. It mentions campaigns, sermons, school programs, and public displays promoting compassion toward animals.
A Montreal friend recalls Lord Strathcona fleeing illness to help in Manitoba school dispute. He ordered his private car to Winnipeg, traveling through near freezing conditions to address political needs. Lady Strathcona feared for his health, while he joked about breaking ice in the pitcher after arrival.
The town plans improvements in yards and alleys to enhance appearance and sanitary conditions. Residents expect cleaner streets and better drainage as part of the effort.
Postponed sale announced for tomorrow at noon by Chas. Hunnieuté on the street. Articles listed in the sale bills and additional items will be sold.
An advice note suggests eating a light supper without meat or milk to ease indigestion and insomnia. A Chamberlain's Tablet taken after the meal is recommended, with the note claiming better rest. Sold by all dealers.
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