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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1902
Page
3
A shaded resting place with a wooden floor and frame is comfortable in summer. It uses white duck or striped awning cloth for covering sold at dry goods stores. The fabric may fade over time as a drawback to this setup.
A historic Country Gentleman piece describes a dry grass free play area with a smooth board floor. It details sheltering a hammock across opposite corners and a braced roof frame using two by three lumber, cloth gables, and flap coverings secured by tacks or cords.
The article urges farm youth to cultivate planning discipline and make farming a life work. It discusses efficient crop management including broom corn cultivation, irrigation profitability, and adjusting crop area. It reviews North Dakota trials showing brome grass outyielding timothy for permanent pasture and notes hay quality differences. It also covers turkey feeding and sow pig rations with corn soybeans and shorts, plus mixing methods for slop.
C. L. Petters argues in Prairie Farmer that horse farming must specialize. Breeders should choose one market class such as road, carriage, cab, draft, or trotter and breed for that specific purpose to secure profits. Promiscuous breeding fades as premiums rise for top performers in a chosen class.
Prof. Fraser of the Illinois Agricultural College compares 25 cents of steak and milk to five quarts of whole milk eight and nine tents of skim milk or two pounds of round steak at 124 cents per pound. Skim milk shows higher protein and overall food value than beef or whole milk. Milk needs bulk foods to form a practical diet.
The article describes a three quarter inch steel whiffletree designed for use with cultivators on tall corn. It features bent end curves to let the corn slip by without damage. Hog cholera investigations show 21 000 swine treated in 1899 with 70 percent survival versus 2 percent in untreated herds.
The piece argues that free trade in England faces a shift toward protective duties as American protection fuels rivalries. It cites pottery and other industries, noting U S prosperity under tariffs and questioning continued openness of ports to foreign goods.
The Iowa Senator Dolliver criticizes Democratic charges of conspiracy and mismanagement. He argues the opposition mocks the civil government goal in the Philippines and insults American soldiers. He defends McKinley’s benevolent policy and notes armed insurrection has waned, blaming Malay sympathizers for prolonging conflict. The piece also notes talk of Senator Hanna’s presidential bid in 1904.
The article argues Senator Morgan leads orthodox Republicans in backing retention of the Philippines. It notes Democratic splits, Southern newspapers siding with the Republicans, and predicts Democratic loss if they oppose the flag in the islands. It stresses Morgan’s stance signals cross party support for the policy in 1902 and 1904 campaigns.
A string of quoted opinions and editorials touches on David B. Hill in Wolfoct's Roost, Bryan and Roosevelt renomination fears, Republican platforms, April trade figures, Cuba policy, and Democratic strategy. The items reflect editorial voice and partisan framing across several newspapers.
A Cleveland Plain Dealer quotation describes a proposed children’s supplement feature where a full page Mont Pelee eruption illustration would include concealed explosive chemicals on the summit. The plan promises a prize for the child whose photo shows the least facial hair and eyebrows after the explosion, raising safety concerns.
Advertising blurb for Allen's Foot-Ease promising relief for tired feet and easier shoe wear. Includes offer of a free trial package and the address A. 8. Olmsted Le Roy, WN.
Henry A. Salzer, a busy La Crosse seedsman, donated his last thousand dollars to pay off the La Crosse Y M C A debt. He is noted for supporting educational and philanthropic efforts despite a heavy schedule.
The Washington Post notes a Georgetown man with a bare lip teaching a parrot to talk, while a Boston professor declares no new languages can be invented. The remark contrasts linguistic theory with a quirky, practical experiment.
Advertisements hawk remedies and testimonials from 1900s newspapers. Claims promise fast cures for colds and fits with Dr. Kline’s nerve restore, and boast refund offers. Notable quotes and customer testimonials accompany promotional lines and addresses in Philadelphia and Minneapolis.
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