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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1889
Page
5
A writer cites the American Agriculturalist praising use of weekly wash-water suds and household slops as rich plant nourishment. It claims soil is not permanently enriched but can support strong summer growth, noting a test planting on clay from a cellar with regular suds watering outperforming garden beds.
A description of a simple brooder for raising many chickens. It outlines a floor of matched lumber with a central two inch square hole, a four inch high tube, a two by eight foot cover with slash fannel edges, and four rows. A lamp placed under the tube heats the area while the floor stays warm, creating an effective brood space.
An American Agriculturalist piece argues choosing a reputable commission dealer for fruit sales, proper packaging, and strict grading. It also advocates horns sawing for bulls, suggests tread-wheel training to render bulls docile, and imagines multi use machinery to leverage bull labor and long useful life, warning against pampering to avoid waste.
General Wolseley argues in the Fortnightly Review that the German army functions as the nation’s moral and physical training school, rewarding merit, forging obedience, and shaping citizens. He contrasts German NCO careers, barracks life, and civil prospects with French practices, noting the army’s role in national character.
A long humorous essay on whiskers and laughter notes whiskers trigger mirth in jokes and theater. It cites anecdotes of characters with beards drawing amused reactions from audiences and diners alike, while pondering why facial hair inspires humor across social settings.
The text promotes a New Style diet with claims it cures or improves health by avoiding alcohol and addictive ingredients. It warns of dangers of old methods and touts a concentrated herbal or root formula. It invites readers to try the new regime, promising clearer eyes and better vitality. It mentions free book offers.
Long foreclosure notice describes Whurtig and partners as mortgagees and Annet Anstey and Llaehe Anstey as mortgagors. It outlines mortgage terms, interest, and legal proceedings, announcing sale of described lands in Calhoun County Michigan to satisfy debt, with auction details and attorney credits.
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