April Fool Folklore From Many Lands and Times
A long survey traces April Fools Day origins across Asia Europe and Britain from vernal rites in Persia to Roman Saturnalia and French poisson d Avril. It recounts practical jokes in history newspapers hoaxes in Cincinnati Philadelphia Dublin and Ireland’s 1922 scare, noting evolving cautions with modern laws.
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Zoo
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Aquarium
Snow
Weather Bureau
Coffin
China
Asia
Persia
India
Pearce
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Orient
Europe
Romulus
Rome
Neptune
Napoleon
Maria Louisa
Austria
Lorraine
Great Britain
Eve
England
Scotland
Malvolio
Olivia
Joseph Addison
Jonathan Swift
Swift
Stella
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Dublin
Michael Collins
Arthur Griffith
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Kildare Street
Germany
Downing Street
Poorly Balanced Ration Eschewed
The article explains that poorly balanced rations hinder growth, mature weight, and egg production in pullets, and that early-life conditions affect next year’s income. It notes there is no single best ration and emphasizes balanced nutrition from hatching through summer for profitable poultry farming.
Leading Cause of Damp Litter Is Water Dishes
Poultry house damp litter is often blamed on ventilation. The main cause is water dishes or fountains leaking, overturning, or spilling water. Wet floors under fountains also occur from beaks and wattles dripping, especially with limited fountain space.
Poultry Diet Tips and Housing for Healthy Eggs
The article outlines lime's role in preventing soft shells, recommends moving turkey housing away from contaminated ground, and notes lime increases hen egg production. It warns many hens may be culled June through September, suggests 18 to 20 percent markups for dressed poultry, and emphasizes essential minerals lime phosphorus and salt for bone building, eggshells, and digestion.
Sore Throat Relief Promoted by Bayer Aspirin Advertising
The Daily Press notes rising sore throat cases and urges treatment with Bayer Aspirin. It claims immediate relief from soreness and reduced infection when three tablets are dissolved in water and gargled, then suggests Bayer for cold relief and pains.
First Aid Home Remedy Week Celebrated by Sterling Products
Sterling Products marks a tenth anniversary March 15 21 for its First Aid Home Remedy Week urging better merchandising and advertising of baby care. Druggists nationwide join in Fill That Medicine Chest Now as a safety pledge with support from the National Association of Retail Druggists and allied groups. Dr. W E Weiss hailed the idea as ready preparedness for illness or accident and a safeguard promoting quicker relief. এখনও
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Chicago
Sterling Products
National Association of Retail Druggists
National Wholesale Druggists’ Association
National Association of Retail Drug Clerks
W. E. Weiss
America
Dominion
Trifle on Plaza benches sparks gossip about Russia
In the Plaza a gaunt young man proclaims that divorce costs a dime in Russia while locals debate daily hardship. A skeptical bystander counters that the claim may reflect Russian origins.
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Russia
Los Angeles Times
Acid Test Brings Famed Bargain Driver to Public Eye
In Cincinnati a noted bargain expert impresses with his skill in cutting deals. The dialogue contrasts a bold seller and a buyer who touts a twenty five dollar bus, highlighting sharp negotiating prowess.
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Cincinnati Enquirer
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