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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1913
Page
7
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Dwarf Essex rape is typically planted where the aim is to maximize forage yield, guiding growers on optimal seeding.
A farmers guide suggests applying pure castor oil to stubbing warts on cattle and young stock several times to rid the animals of the trouble. The remedy emphasizes topical treatment and repeated applications for best results.
A sharp drop in resale value follows cars that have undergone severe damage or abandoned repair work. Buyers fear hidden defects and higher maintenance costs, cutting demand for vehicles with a troubled past.
The waste from acetylene gas plants is chemically similar to slack lime but carries about double the value for soil sweetening.
Farmers heatedly discuss an old remedy for stomach worms in sheep. A simple mixture of tobacco and salt kept in small troughs or low boxes allows sheep access, aiming to reduce worm incidence through constant grazing exposure.
A sailing crop for plowing under is described as sowing a mix of oats and Canada field peas. If sown on May 1, it will be ready to cut by mid July.
The text discusses building a cement bog wallow fed by clean water and stopping inlet and outlet to create a dipping pool. It also notes cattle naturally seek shade in hot weather, suggesting shade in pastures is beneficial.
The text notes a colt benefits from walking beside an older horse that travels quickly. It suggests gait is partly inherited but largely shaped by habit.
A sentence notes that moderately strong coffee can keep a grown person awake as an owl within a few hours of bedtime, and thus is entirely unfit as a beverage for small children. It emphasizes caution about giving coffee to kids.
The text cautions against using cheap or ill fitting horse collars. It argues that high priced horses require collars that fit well without heavy padding. A collar should have a hard firm wearing surface to prevent issues.
A remark asserts that nagging men are as troublesome as nagging women, affecting spouses and children as well as teams and horses, and concludes they deserve removal or separation for causing fatigue and disruption.
The new parcel post system lowers charges compared with express and delivers packages directly to the farmer, saving a trip to town.
The article notes that early August is ideal for sowing alfalfa east of the 100th meridian, while spring sowing is advised in the dry belt. Best results come from sowing on land that was summer-fallowed the prior year.
In Ireland the co operative idea has taken firm root. Since the movement began twenty four years ago it has grown to 95 societies with 97 000 members. By 1911 business volume was about 12 959 107 dollars and total business since inception reached 136 080 000 dollars.
To keep flowering bulbs for another season, leave them in their pots or in the ground until fall or until the tops are dead and dry. Lift and dry them gradually, then store in a dry place. Tulip roots produce larger and more numerous bulbs if the plant is not allowed to bloom.
The two English pens of White Leghorns remain in front with Thomas Barron’s pen at 466 eggs and Edward Cain’s at 425 eggs. No American pen surpassed 400 by week twenty one. In the latest week the 500 hens and pullets laid 2,339 eggs, 66.8 percent of the possible total.
Many mothers misread indigestion and irritability as worm symptoms and seek a cure with Kickapoo Worm Killer. The candy lozenge is advertised to expel worms regulate bowels and restore health. Sold by Kickapoo Medicine Co. in Philadelphia and St. Louis and locally by Joe K Smock & Son.
A woman orders an umbrella stand for her vestibule. She arrives home to find her new maid, Mary, in charge and the maid reports the wagon arrived with the cuspidore for the umbrellas. The mix up causes a late evening return.
Old men and women need laxatives but seek safety and ease. Jr. King's New Life Pills suit the aged, acting promptly and gently. Price 25c. Recommended by Joe K. Smock & Son, druggists.
In a small town, Rube recalls a quarrel at supper between Zachary and his wife. The postmaster notes Zachary left the table and stayed away until after nine, warning that continued misbehavior could tarnish the town’s reputation.
Advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve for ulcers boils eczema and skin troubles claiming fast relief. Cites Birmingham Alabama resident Mrs. Bruce Jones cured in two weeks and promotes the product via Joe K Smock & Son druggists at 25 cents.
In Carnarvon county court Judge Moss tells a butcher he should shout, not whisper, while giving evidence about killing an obstreperous bull. The remark contrasts with courtroom decorum and the nature of cross examination in the case.
Katherine L Norton of New Bedford Massachusetts reports severe back pain and burning. She took Poley Kidney Pills as advised and experienced relief with renewed energy. She recommends Foley Kidney Pills.
A young girl Marian, unable to ask for a drink, is taught by her mother to say names before the word drink. The child then points to the cup and repeats a garbled phrase “Mamma, papa, Hazel, Mildred, dink dink-inky-ink-ink” signaling thirst.
An advertisement touts Mendenhall's Chill and Fever Tonic as a cure for chills fevers and malaria a preferred quinine substitute. It promises pleasant taste and guaranteed satisfaction from Joe K. Smock & Son.
The passage extols work as a steadfast companion through all fortunes and hours. It claims work provides refuge in dreary times, guards against pride, and ensures restful nights after busy days, becoming indispensable to both the powerful and the humble.
A newspaper ad touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only positive cure for catarrh a constitutional disease. It claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces and offers a $100 reward for any case it cannot cure, with testimonials available from F. J. Cheney & Co. in Toledo Ohio. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
A guide advises annual culling of flocks during lambing to replace weak ewes with thrifty ewe lambs. It emphasizes assessing each lamb by performance, teeth, skin color, udder health, and wool as criteria. Selection aims for uniform flock size and type, with culled sheep shown to market with wethers.
The article argues Indiana farmers face favorable beef profits but shrinking cattle numbers. It notes Indiana fell from 10th to 19th in U S beef cattle ranks from 1906 to 1918, with 686 000 head on Jan 1 1913. Causes include sustained high prices, export drought, and rising U S home demand. It urges farmers to consider entering beef production despite costs.
The piece urges continuous care for growing poultry. It warns that chicks suffer during extreme heat if neglected, risking stunted development and lost profits. Emphasis is on attentive husbandry to maximize growth and earnings.
A brief agriculture note emphasizes starting the winter garden now and maintaining it through the colder months. Gardeners are urged not to neglect the bed, pruning, soil care, and plant protection methods are implied for a healthy winter harvest.
A 100 year old Warwick resident continues to do her own housework. A Newfoundland dog saved a girl from drowning off Venice California. A Pe king firm ordered eighty American aircraft. A Berkeley seminary class was all Japanese. At a Bridgeport funeral the hymns Dixie and Silver Threads Among the Gold were requested. Mrs Stiles Tinney ofConklinville New York welcomed five babies at once, after earlier twins and triplets.
A London court ruled against a woman who sued the Pall Mall Gazette for libel. The record notes she spoke about 330000 words to the jury during proceedings.
Rudolph Blankenburg, Philadelphia mayor, and two cabinet members will attend a short course in political economy at the University of Wisconsin to better manage city affairs. They depart May 20 and arrive May 21, will study waste land use and taxation, and adopt a college-student lifestyle for three days.
Reno witnesses an unprecedented influx of divorce seekers with about 700 temporary residents, many from the east arriving by train and staying in hotels, apartments, and cottages as they pursue legal separation. They plan to spend seven to nine months awaiting decree while entertainment venues and cafes accommodate them.
R L Angell of Centralia Missouri owns a 32 year old ear of yellow corn from the last crop raised by the late James H McBride between Centralia and Sturgeon. It has been kept by Agnes McBride, the widow, as a family treasure and passed to Angell. He plans to plant several grains this summer to test vitality after 32 years drying.
A Whit tier memorial to John Greenleaf Whit tier the poet is planned in Washington at about $30 000. Subscriptions fund the project and the Society of Friends show special interest. New York sculptor Paul Keck is designing the memorial.
Effective February 10 1913 the Sullivan to Terre Haute service lists departures at 5 45 am 7 00 am 8 40 am 10 00 am 11 00 am 12 40 pm 1 20 pm 3 15 pm 4 00 pm 4 50 pm 6 10 pm 7 20 pm 8 40 pm 10 00 pm and 12 00 pm from Sullivan to Terre Haute Terre Haute to Sullivan shows 4 45 am 6 35 am 7 10 am 8 40 am 10 00 am 11 20 am 12 20 pm 3 00 pm 2 30 pm 3 30 pm 6 00 pm 6 00 pm 7 30 pm 9 00 pm and 11 00 pm Limited trains stop at Youngstown and Pimento.
Partial timetable fragment shows times 7 05 am and 12 36 pm with line numbers 202 and 204 labeled Sullivan. Mentions for time table and motion request and notes 9 40 am and 3 360 pm with further information.
Close connections are made at Terre Haute with lines diverging for Chicago Peoria St Louis and all points west and northwest Bee hunter with Vandalia for all points on the Indianapolis and Vincennes division Bedford with Monor for points north and south Seymour with Pennsylvania lines for Indianapolis Louisville and intermediate points with B and O 8 W for Cincinnati and all points east Westport with Big Four for Greensburg and points north and east Central Passenger Association mileage will be honored by this company For timetable and further information apply to local agent of J T Averill G P A Chicago Ill.
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