Crop rotation and advertising in early periodicals
The text discusses soil fertility, crop rotation, and soil management inspired by Prof. Whitney. It cites rotations like clover corn oats wheat, contrasts German agricultural success with American decline, and includes a quotation attributed to John Wannamaker about persistent advertising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitney
Bureau of Soil
United States Department of Agriculture
England
Germany
United States
James Hill
America
John Wannamaker
Reform as political gambit in railroad policy debate
The text argues reform proposals shift with supporters like Aldrich La Follette and Cummins. It claims insurgents would oppose rate making by a commission and push for alternatives such as confiscation of roads. The passage portrays reform as a strategic political game advancing personal fortunes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aldrich
Wahpeton Man Declared Candidate for Senate Nomination
E. Purcells of Wahpeton is announced as a candidate for the Democratic nomination for the senate. The note contrasts Burke's disregard for a state wide primary with Doc's efforts, suggesting the candidate may be wasting time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W, E. Purcells
Wahpeton
Senate
John Burke
Doc
The Winning of Hulda and the Ice Wagon Chase
Hulda weighs two suitors Hans and Michael Flanagan. A runaway ice wagon and a daring rescue pivot the tale as Hulda sides with Hans while Michael faces a public rebuke. The courthouse scene seals the choice and a heartfelt pair moves forward.
Guards describe perfect alarms at the Tower of London
The Tower of London employs an advanced electrical locking system that can close rapidly from Scotland Yard and the governor’s headquarters. A recent incident left visitors locked inside for about ten minutes with doors bolted and no clue as to who ordered the closure or why.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hulda
Hans
Mr. Ball
Michael
Micheal
Tower of London
Scotland Yard
Middle Tower
London Daily Mall
Why He Asked. A Boy Reaches for a Cigarette
A St Paul Dispatch excerpt describes a harsh moment on a baseball field where a boss pressures a boy named Johnny to smoke, the boy stammering as he admits a tiny puff and searches for a cigarette left on a bureau.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny
St. Paul Dispatch
Beltane Festival in Scotland Highlands
The first of May known as Beltane marks an ancient pagan festival. beliefs and traditions from Beltane endure as symbols in Scottish highland culture extending to Ireland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Highlands
Scotland
Ireland
Hundredth Birthday at Crowdon Infirmary Celebrated
Mrs. Harriet Belton marked her hundredth year at Crowdon infirmary with a ward party. She credits living simply with sun and air, recalls Waterloo era, cherishes her son, and enjoys active reading. Staff grant leeway and she remains outspoken about food and daily life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Crowdon Infirmary
Harriet Belton
Waterloo
Gow
Longtime Croydon Resident Born in Brockham 1810
The subject, born in Brockham near Dorking in 1810, has spent the last two decades residing in Croydon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brockham
Dorking
Croydon
St Bernard Major Weighs 230 Pounds in New England
Portland Maine reports Carl A. Jordan’s 19 month old St Bernard Major weighs 230 pounds and is still growing. Major has won blue ribbons. his growth history cites 17 pounds at six weeks and 322 pounds at 16 months. Sire Nero hailed from West Baldwin and dam from Springfield kennels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
New England
Carl A. Jordan
Major
Nero
West Baldwin
Springfield
Mass
Veteran of Crimean War Victim Struck by Train in Toledo
Joseph Bier, 80, a resident of Balkalava Toledo, died after being struck by a train. He was a veteran of the Crimean War and famed for his wooden shoe making. Witnesses allege the incident occurred the other night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Balkalava
Toledo
Joseph Bier
Balaklava
Light Brigade
Hornets Break Up Church Service in Boston Georgia
A Baptist church revival in Boston Georgia was interrupted as hornets swarmed from nests behind the pulpit and stung attendees. The disruption sparked panic and the congregation fled, leaving the hornets in possession of the church interior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baptist Church
Boston
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Postamice
Bottineau
Arlson, Hadito
Fordix
Courant
Bacea
Merchant
Grerrat
W. G. Chapman
Mr. Flanagan
Vehdale
Han
Hank O'Day
Hank
Michael Flanagan
Omcer Flanagan
Hang
Flanagan
Ney
Hana
Pulleeman Flanagan
Hal
Art Garland
Riverside
Imperial
Home
Royal Elmhurst
Ferguson Bros
English Infirmary
Newark
N. J
Jacob Dessler
Detsler
Dessler
ST. Bernard
Monster Maine
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