The Horse Bean Crop and Its Uses in Rotation
The horse bean is not a current market crop in Scotland England Holland or Germany but serves as a valuable rotation crop improving soil moisture weed suppression and future pasture or hay land. It requires 21 to 28 weeks to mature needs deep soil and must be cleared by early September or October at latest. The passage also includes a dialog about charity and fundraising in New York Weekly.
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Scotland
England
Kent
Holland
Germany
Highmind
N. Y
Bean Culture and Feed Value for Draft Animals
The passage discusses growing horse beans in various climates with soil needs and sowing times. It compares yields from England and Europe, notes seed rate of one and one quarter bushels per acre, and describes harvest timing. It advises beans as a protein rich feed for horses and cattle, with cautions on milk production and sex drive, and outlines mixed rations and limited use for carriage horses and mares.
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New England
England
Germany
Holland
Kent
Beemster
Alum Baking Powder Deemed Wholesome by Expert
Dr Herman Reinbold a German chemist states in a recent report that pure alum baking powder is better and less injurious than cream of tartar powders He claims alum in normal quantities is harmless and swears the Missouri legislature repealed a ban on its manufacture citing alum as wholesome in proper amounts.
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Herman Reinbold
Missouri
Carlisle’s Wry Reply to a Supreme Court Jest
In Harper’s Weekly a well known New York lawyer laughs at being overruled by the supreme court in Mullins versus Jenkinson. Carlisle says his only concern is the reputation of the supreme court.
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New York
John G. Carlisle
Carlisle
Supreme Court
Mullins
Jenkinson
Harper's Weekly
Sir William Thomson Demonstrates Portsmouth Navigation Gear
Officers at Portsmouth examined several of Lord Kelvin's own inventions for navigation. The contrivances were demonstrated and explained as practical applications of theoretical principles, which Kelvin had not previously seen in operation.
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Portsmouth
Lord Kelvin
First Striking Clock and Imperial Gift Narrative
Historians place the first striking clock in Europe around 800 AD. It arrived as a gift to Charlemagne from Abdalla, king of Persia, carried by two Jerusalem monks.
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Europe
Charlemagne
Abdella
Persia
Jerusalem
Loggerhead Bird Kills Charleston Pet Canaries
In Charleston South Carolina the loggerhead a bird known to attack through cage bars is killing local pet canaries. The threat endangers a small hobby collection and prompts concern among owners.
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Charleston
8. C
Grape-Nuts Promotes Sleep and Vitality Claim
A reader testifies that switching to Grape-Nuts cured indigestion and improved sleep and daytime alertness. She reports relief from vomiting and distress, with her mother also noting stomach improvement. The advertisement claims Grape-Nuts restores nerves and brain function and enables restful sleep after meals.
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Bostum Co
Battle Creek
The White River Country Ideal For Small Landowners
A reflective piece extols the Upper White River region from Newport Arkansas to Carthage Missouri as a rare, contented republic of small landowners. It praises fertile soil forests minerals springs and abundant game while warning that railroads and cash may tempt owners to sell their birthright to outsiders seeking development. It foresees new immigrant prospects but cautions against losing the region’s simple independence.
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United States
Upper
White River Country
Newport
Ark
Carthage
White River
Diamonds in United States demand soars in 1905
United States shows record demand for diamonds with no domestic production. Early 1900s output values ranged from $50 in 1903 to $309 in 1899, while discoveries occurred in four regions in loose, superficial deposits. Original source origin remains unknown, raising prospects of finding the source gem.
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United States
Canada
Scientific American
Schools Spreading In Foochow China
Foochow now hosts about 2000 students in at least 30 native schools modeled on foreign missions. The city of 600000 witnesses frequent openings and announcements of new schools each week.
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China
Foochow
Posta
Seamen Given Privileges in Marriage Bill
A British parliament marriage bill allows a seaman to wed by license in the port diocese where his ship lies if he has resided 15 days on the ship or partly on board and partly on shore within the diocese.
First English Woolen Cloth Factories and Dyeing
The article notes that the first woolen cloth made in England emerged around 1330 but remained undyed and greased by English makers until 1667. It highlights early industry development and long gaps in domestic dyeing practices.
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England
Economy leads wealth despite street temptations
A reflective piece notes that economy builds wealth while some avoid risky temptations, using a brass band and a gun as symbolic contrasts. It emphasizes prudent behavior over flashy diversions on the road to prosperity.
X Rays Triumph Diverts Ringworm Treatment In London
X ray therapy for children with ringworm proves so effective that the Metropolitan Asylums Board in London can discontinue one of its two dedicated institutions.
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Metropolitan Asylums Board
London
Readers defend White House history accuracy
To the Editor complains about errors in a White House article. The letter corrects dates of occupancy from 1809 to 1800 and recounts the 1792 start of the mansion, 1814 burning, and 1818 rebuilding. It also disputes claims about ready mix paint versus pure white lead and linseed oil.
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White House
Madison
Adams
How to Put On Gloves Step by Step
Instructions describe opening gloves, aligning fingers, avoiding pinching, sliding the glove over the hand, and easing pressure to fit the kid skin. The sequence emphasizes thumb placement, finger alignment, and careful fastening of the first button for proper wear.
Plates for Servian bank notes stolen from safe
In the Servian ministry of finance a set of engraved plates used to strike bank notes, stored in a strong room safe, were found stolen without any sign of tampering. The plates were engraved in Paris and valued at £1,600.
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Ministry of Finance
Paris
Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound-Tumor Case Victory
A testimonial from Bradford Pa describes a tumor case treated with Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. After five bottles the tumor reportedly disappeared and monthly periods resumed normally, with medical examination showing no signs of a tumor. Mrs. Pinkham of Lynn Mass offers free advice to women.
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Lydia B. Pinkham
Fannie D. Fox
Lydia Ekham
Pinkham
Lynn
Mass
Lydia E. Pinkham
Mrs. Pinkham
Chetinmut Etreck
Tla 'E
Bradford
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