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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1918
Page
7
Autocracy and Militarism return from a long fishing trip. Herr Deutschland asks where the fish are and, after the answer that they got away, orders Fraufein to fetch a double-bladed axe.
The American Tobacco Co. announces that tobacco tastes better when toasted, a method first used in Lucky Strike cigarettes made from Burley tobacco. The ad highlights a mellower, pipe-like flavor distinct from other tobaccos and promotes toasted Burley as the key feature.
In a brief exchange from the Youngstown Telegram Marcella asks about Bennie Beanbroughs trade. Waverly confirms he paints houses but reframes the work as camouflaging residences.
A Bird in the Hand presents practical guidance from the Special Information Service of the United States Department of Agriculture. The article outlines bird care, feeding, and humane handling practices for backyard birds and small poultry operations.
In a Kansas City Star vignette two well dressed women board a car near Tenth and Baltimore. The credulous man, fatigued by a busy day and his own vaccination starting to take, gives up his seat as the pair lament selfish men. They discard two green slips reading Ren 6 and R H 4 Wed Matinee.
The Bronze turkey is favored by many raisers for its weight and suitability to grain and stock farms with ample range. Experts note low additional outlay and high profit potential, with most U.S. turkeys raised in the Midwest and Texas leading production.
The article assesses domestic qualities of Bourbon Red White Holland and White Holland turkeys, notes that turkey hens begin laying in March with litters through May, and advises broodiness control by confinement. It also mentions incubation methods and timing for market readiness.
The louse and mite infested hen is handicapped and cannot lay well or gain weight. Clean and disinfect the poultry house and use insect remedies freely to stop feed waste. Chickens will feed better and yield more eggs. Farmers Bulletin 801 from the U S Department of Agriculture explains how to control poultry pests.
The United States Department of Agriculture lists Farmers' Bulletins and Department Bulletins on poultry raising and care. They are available free from the government printing office for various topics and priced texts.
Willis Barnes asks how the thirteenth juror affects the twelve jurors as they seek a unanimous verdict. Ordinary men are contrasted with a juror learned in law whose analysis colors the deliberation and leaves a lasting mental influence on the evidence the group must weigh.
The piece notes Bohemia faced brutal German religious wars from 1617 to 1637 reducing its population from eight million to 780000. It cites Maria Theresa banning Czech in schools before 1776, Czech riots in 1848, and the 1867 Ausgleich failing to grant Bohemia national recognition.
Rosario and a friend walk home on a near zero day. They meet a newsboy, and Rosario lends a cent to buy a paper. He removes his gloves and coats to fetch the cent, buys the paper, then his friend returns the cent inside a store explaining it was too cold to borrow on the street.
Prices for flour including patent grades, rye flour, and hay Nos 1 2 3 clover mixed. Oats white and mixed, corn white yellow and mixed ears. Butter eggs poultry market notes with Hoover authority ban on fowls Feb 11 to Apr 20. Live stock prices for cattle hogs and sheep plus ranges for various grades.
For centuries GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil capsules are pitched as a standard remedy for kidney and urinary tract troubles. The ad claims quick restoration, warns against delays, and says druggists refund money if not as represented, with three sealed package sizes.
Citizens reflect on youths pursuing two paths. One aims for steady service at the base level of life while the other seeks bold danger at the front lines. The conversation reveals generational views on duty and sacrifice.
A Boston Transcript quip contrasts proving effort with a barnacle saying the girl who cannot sing is anxious to be seen. The piece notes a word's origin as an Old Nick reference and comments that some men’s littleness dominates their character.
A brisk exchange questions whether gas attacks will occur in the country and quips about Congress and legislatures being in session, reflecting wary political humor.
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