Primer on World War Is Compiled
The War Department releases a concise WWI primer noting that two of every three American soldiers in France fought, with 1,890,000 of 2,084,000 arrivals in active front lines. It details divisions, major operations, and the distribution of combat roles across the Western Front and Italy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James P. Hornaday
Washington
War Department
France
Wa Rs Guard
Ational
Picardy
Theyere
Western Front
Italy
Somme
Lys
Aisne
Wnoyon-Montdidier
Champagne-Marne
Aisne- Marne
pres-Lys
St. Mihiel
Meuse-Argonne
Vittoria-Veneto
Deiwore
Department of Agriculture
Bureau of the Census
Poultry raiser can overcome nature of hen with trap nests
Prepared by the United States Department of Agriculture the article explains how trap nests help train pullets to lay in designated nests. It covers nest provision ratios one trap nest per four birds, habitual laying in corners, and methods to encourage use of traps by daily handling and nest coziness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Old Fashioned Barn Raising Is Revived in Iowa
In Marshall County Iowa groups of farmers will collaborate under the county agent and state farm building experts to erect poultry houses with provided plans. The extension department will supply construction directions and materials cutting instructions. If successful, the method may extend to larger farm buildings and other ventures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Marshall County
Iowa
Agricultural Extension Department
Iowa State Agricultural College
Poultry Care on Different Soils and Drainage
The article explains poultry raised on well drained soils and advises light sandy soil for grass and heavy clay land as less suitable. It notes green feed for fowls on such soil must be purchased and emphasizes drainage for healthy stock at Lona station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Lona
Breeding Chickens Benefit From Free Range Stocking
The article compares colony and intensive systems for poultry. It argues that breeding stock and growing chickens need ample range while hens raised for market eggs can thrive on smaller areas. It notes free range aids health and reproduction, though steps may be reduced in some methods.
Sanitary floors for poultry housing explained
The article compares dirt board and cement floors for poultry houses. Dirt floors suit light sandy soils and small colonies, with annual renewal. Board floors raise or vent to prevent rot and rats. cement floors suit permanent, larger buildings and incubator cells for easy cleaning and sanitation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Poultry notes on geese, winter feeds, and care
The Toulouse is described as the giant of the geese family. The note emphasizes that food impacts production and suggests changing pullets to winter quarters before laying. Sprouted oats are praised as a top winter feed for egg production, while colds in poultry are linked to overcrowding or wind exposure at night.
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Toulouse
Geese
War Takes Gold From Public And Private Sectors
The article surveys gold movements during wartime, noting state banks vaulting gold while private banks and the public lose holdings. It cites US gold and silver totals for 1914 and 1919, global production declines since 1915, and policy shifts in the United States England Australia and Germany to manage gold flows and prices.
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Treasuries
Scientific American
United States
South Africa
Austriia
Australia
England
Germany
France
Rockefeller foundation War Work Outlays Seen In Review
The Rockefeller Foundation has spent 22.44 million dollars on war relief and research since 1914, including 1919 appropriations. Major grants supported medical research, the Rockefeller Institute, and relief in devastated nations such as Belgium Armenia Syria Serbia. The American Red Cross received 8.08 million dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockefeller Foundation
George E. Vincent
Foundation
Rockefeller Institute
Belgium
Armenia
Syria
Serbia
American Red Cross
Teeth in Reserve Guard Sharks Against Tooth Loss
The article notes sharks maintain a ready supply of teeth, with multiple rows that continuously refresh. As described by Mr. Pindar, the outer row wears away and is replaced by teeth from the next behind, ensuring no fear of toothless aging.
Littleness Cast Aside
A man in pursuit of greatness feels no little wants Emerson's theme hints at ambition and self sufficiency, urging overcoming small desires to reach higher aims.
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Emerson
Cincinnati Markets
Market quotations list commodities including corn, hay, oats, butter, eggs, live poultry, cattle, hogs and related prices. Entries cover No 2 white corn at 1.56 1.57 and various grades. hay timothy at 28.50 32 per ton. oats ranges and butter and eggs pricing. live poultry figures. cattle, calves, hogs price ranges and typical weights.
Pape's Cold Compound Promises Quick Cold Relief
An advertisement touts Pape's Cold Compound as an effective cold cure. A dose every two hours for up to three doses supposedly clears nasal congestion, stops a runny nose, eases headache and feverish symptoms, and costs only a few cents at drug stores. The product acts without assistance, tastes pleasant, and contains no quinine.
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Pape
Admiral Stewart Dies at Sea in 1869
In 1869 on November 6 Admiral Stewart an American famed for battles against French privateers and British in the war of 1812 died. He was the grandfather of Charles Jurnell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Admiral Stewart
Charles J’urnell
Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Advert
An advertisement extols Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root claiming cures for kidney liver and bladder issues and urges samples by parcel post from Dr Kilmer and Co. Binghamton NY with ten cent payment. It asserts wide customer endorsement and recommends purchase at drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kilmer
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, Neys
Wright's Indian Vegetable Pills Advertised for Digestion
Indigestion causes disagreeable symptoms and Wright's Indian Vegetable Pills are claimed to stimulate digestive processes to function naturally. Advertising copy presents a brief product pitch with a casual dialogue about poultry preferences.
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Wright
Woman Ahead of Man In January Hat Question
In a quirky exchange the riddle asks which man wears a straw hat in January, noting a woman’s edge in wit. The dialogue pivots on fashion and gender stereotypes with playful tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wowman
Boschee's Syrup Adverts Home Cold Cure
A historical ad touts Boschee's Syrup as a remedy for coughs bronchitis colds throat irritation and lung troubles. The copy claims influenza fatalities last year exceed war deaths and promotes the product as American made used in thousands of homes worldwide with promises of better sleep and easier morning expectoration.
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America
Civilized World
Destination Lacking John Collins Plans Arizona Trip
Judge James A. Collins of the criminal court sent a wire to a Chicago railroad acquaintance asking him to reserve a Santa Fe train for his son John Collins. The reply asked for the destination, indicating uncertainty about where the son intended to go.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Collins
James A. Collins
Criminal Court
Arizona
Chicago
Indianapolis
The Cuticura Toilet Trio Ad Patents
The advertisement promotes Cuticura Soap Ointment and Talcum as a complete daily toilet trio. It claims the soap cleanses purifies the skin the ointment soothes heals and the talcum powders and perfumes. Emphasis on keeping the skin clear and a note that many people invite trouble by meeting trouble halfway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ady
Social conformity drives everyday actions
People often perform tasks simply because they observe others doing them. The tendency shapes habits, routines, and choices across social settings, influencing trends, conformity pressures, and collective behavior.
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Census Bureau
Commissioner of Internal Revenue
Federal Prohibition Commissioner
Secret Service
Prohibition
Prohibition Secret Service
Cincinnati
Boschee’s
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