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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1911
Page
2
The article argues for early care of a child’s natural growth and imaginative development. It insists on nurturing the child toward youthful blossoming, warning against backward regard and urging parents to expose children to genuine experiences and scenes that shape inner impressions rather than polemical abstractions.
The article argues Masonry’s rites and symbols are ancient but not older than two centuries as a unified organization. It notes historians dispute exact origins, referencing Solomon's temple era and ancient civilizations, while asserting Masonry developed gradually rather than appearing on a single day.
Fragmented OCR notes reflect social critique on manners in America, contrasting past courtesies with present behavior. The piece references gender, youth, and propriety, noting shifts in conduct and expectations across generations.
A fragment from Harpers Weekly presents a playful dialogue where a fair maiden urges restraint and brevity. The exchange features phrasing about entering rooms and suggesting shorter words, framed in a whimsical literary tone.
Reports from the San Francisco Chronicle recount Huxton of Cedar Rapid, claiming the record catch of a giant Suntish about seven miles offshore near southern California. The monster hooked at two o'clock, disabled attempts to subdue it, and dragged two companions toward shore. After two and a half hours at sea, the fish could not be lifted from the water and sank.
Dumtey reports a disastrous trout trip and blames it on his own misfortune. He claims the voyage was the most diamal failure he ever experienced. The message reflects his typical mispronunciation and humorous self-deprecation.
The article stresses moisture preservation through early spring plowing followed by disk and harrow to create a dust mulch that reduces evaporation. It advises fall sowing of quick growing varieties like Turkey Red wheat, with careful crop selection to endure dry spells. It stresses seed timing, fallow practices, and ongoing cultivation after rains to maximize moisture and yield.
Plan to select a coarse stalk strain for dry farming with seed kept year after year. Recommend eight pounds seed per acre and careful drilling to one inch depth. Use a two row planter for proper seed placement, cultivate up to five times, break crust after rains, and manage moisture to an eleven to twelve inch stand row height.
Colorado Agriculture notes test results on irrigated oats varieties. Khereon and Stxty-ay yield best in irrigated plots, while later varieties like Colorado No. 17 rescue failures during drought by maturing later to capture late rains. Later oats produce more straw, suitable for hay, and double-disked corn stubble aids feed bed for oats.
The article advises poultry raisers to enhance laying capacity by selective breeding and fall flock management. It emphasizes choosing pullets with strong egg production potential and preparing for the next season by developing a line of birds with heightened reproductive function.
The fragment discusses humus loosening soil particles to boost water capacity and support beneficial bacteria. It notes cover crops changing soil chemistry and preparing a favorable condition for trees, with clover mentioned as gathering and delivering plant nutrients to the roots.
A garbled recipe advises using nitrate of soda to stimulate early vegetables. It suggests a solution of one ounce per two gallons of water and applying a half pint per plant, depending on size, with application along rows and a dry roll for a follow up.
Garden note advises keeping soil surface loose and fine to reduce evaporation. Recommends A 004 doe as beneficial in dry weather, akin to a good rain, highlighting moisture retention and benefits during drought.
Farm notes advise careful manure cleanup and weekly raking, watering as needed, and ongoing cultivation to protect crops. Emphasis on pasture, onions, alfalfa, tomatoes, cucumbers, and timely haying with emphasis on moisture conservation. It warns neglect harms late vegetables and urges frequent cultivation to reduce weeds and aid air circulation.
The article notes major growth in children's millinery with grown ups shapes adapted to small sizes. Two designs for girls 4 to 16 feature bell and helmet shapes with lace and braid motifs, ribbons and roses, and subtle color options. Wide brims, lace bonnets, and lingerie hats remain popular as designers offer fresh, youthful looks for misses.
A refined fashion brief highlights a satin gown with Rinon desole trim and Inco bands paired with a regal straw hat trimmed with roses. The item emphasizes soft satin fabric, delicate detailing, and floral millinery accents.
A well dressed New York woman returns from Paris with a compact contrivance to wear under coats that are lined in color or black. It lightens somber effects for warm days and prevents lingerie from showing. The item inverts at neck and armholes and is lightly tacked for fit.
Gowns of liberty satin and soft finish taffeta are shown with matching jackets and wallets to create seamless two piece looks. Practical coat and skirt costumes suit cool days with plain color bases and striped trimmings. A new gown model uses lace and white satin, using imitation lace fabrics at low prices.
A home method for reviving faded artificial flowers by tinting with water colors then curling petals with a blunt cane knife. Observe petals curling before tinting and matching curl afterward while avoiding excessive moisture to prevent poor results.
Fashion advice favors stripes over figured or dotted designs this year. The guide warns stripes enhance height, but must suit the wearer. Short or young figures should avoid very wide stripes to prevent aging effects.
A clipped, fragmentary dialogue shows a courtship moment where one party provokes a reaction by asking how the other married their husband. The exchange hints at formal restraint and surprising warmth as interest is captured.
Woman's World describes a playful blindfold activity for all ages. It suggests a simple test: place paper on the floor, close eyes, walk back two steps, then step on the paper to pick it up. Another test has you aim for a pin in the wall from four feet away and try to pick it up safely.
A Colorado man credits quitting coffee and switching to Postum with restoring digestion nerves and a normal heartbeat. He says a life insurance exam was accepted afterward and urges others to avoid coffee for better health outcomes.
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