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Newspaper
The Dalton Gazette
Location
Dalton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1920
Page
7
A Yonkers Statesman anecdote recalls a man who kissed his wife several times before leaving home, then explains the divorce plan to his neighbor saying he wants her to feel pleasant about it.
In a roof garden restaurant Cortlandt Bleecker overhears a companion remarking that Merriweather spends every cent on his wife. Bleecker speculates that Merriweather may have lost his job after noting the wife’s attire at a recent dinner dance.
Catarrh described as a local illness influenced by constitution. Hall's Catarrh Medicine promoted as a tonic and blood purifier that cleanses blood and builds up the system to restore normal conditions and assist nature. Circulars free. BW. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, Ohio.
A brief anecdote from the Indianapolis News notes observers at a baseball scoreboard near the News office misinterpret the scoreboard. Nellie admits ignorance saying she has not heard anyone say. The scene captures crowds watching civic and sporting events with limited information.
A child mumbles in dialect claiming to swear and chew on words while mother questions the activity. The quote suggests a innocent mischief and a humorous misunderstanding of prayer versus profanity in a Boston Transcript snippet.
A playful exchange hints at boundaries within a family as a character asserts affection but keeps it personal. The dialogue tone suggests humor about propriety and consent in intimate moments.
Specialists from the U S Department of Agriculture say cowpeas adapt to most well drained soils, thrive in warm southern climates, and provide forage soil improvement. They suit rotations including cotton and corn and are used for hay, seed, and human food.
U S Department of Agriculture plant specialists with Indiana and Illinois stations tested seed corn with 100 percent germination but infection against disease-free seed with no infection. Results showed 10 to 30 percent higher yields for disease-free seed and less susceptibility when given adequate space. At Bloomington and Hoopeston the disease-free line outperformed high germination seed by 23 percent and up to 1.5 tons in Hoopeston, with selection based on kernel discoloration and sound cobs.
The Kansas State Agricultural Experiment Station at Manhattan issues a current list of growers of pure sorghum seed. The Hist is compiled from field inspection and helps farmers know the exact grade or mixture percentage from any grower. The service benefits state farmers.
Treatment for bulls feet discusses how neglect leads to cripples and painful limping. It emphasizes prevention over cure and notes the lasting damage from poor hoof care. The piece urges regular maintenance to preserve vigor and mobility in bulls.
A DIY guide detailing several Christmas tree stand designs with wooden cross supports, shoe blocks, and notched joints. It explains cutting, notching, and assembly, includes a water saucer idea using a scrub-pail, and notes finishing with crepe paper for aesthetics.
The article warns that condiments and tonics injure poultry health and do not improve egg-laying. It notes temporary egg gains from stimulants but undermines overall wellness. Experienced breeders avoid tonics, and contests favor high records without them.
USDA data show Wisconsin in the lead for hemp production surpassing Kentucky which once supplied hemp. Kentucky produced about T7000 acres, ranking sixth behind Minnesota Michigan Ohio and California as Wisconsin surpassed all.
The United States Department of Agriculture reports an average shrinkage of three percent in bulk potato carloads, about 1200 pounds per car. Sacks reduce shrinkage by limiting pilfering and rough handling.
United States winter wheat harvest of 1920 shows about 30 percent graded No 1, 42 percent No 2, 18 percent No 3, and 10 percent below No 3 according to grain handlers reporting to the Bureau of Crops Estimates.
The United States Department of Agriculture reports hemp is now widely used with flax in shoe thread. Flax shortages due to reduced Russia supply limit material availability to meet demand.
A Cleveland machinist praises Earle's Hypo-Cod claiming it restored energy appetite and cleared his blood and skin after illness. The ad urges readers to buy the tonic at local drug stores and notes to read the bottle formula.
A historical clipping records that police identify a suspect by his distinctive gait, labeling him a fence in the same report. The dialogue quotes suggest familiarity between law enforcement and the accused, reflecting street language of the era.
The remark suggests people misinterpret life’s harshest moments as the best outcome and argue that hardship should yield superior rewards. It frames a cynical view of expectations and satisfaction in existence.
A Washington mother questions her daughter Marie about traveling with a young man from another city. The mother fears he knows little of sailing, while Marie cites a letter from a firm praising his salesman ship. The exchange is recounted from the Philadelphia Public Ledger.
Moving picture films typically produced from 50 to 75 prints per title, while exceptionally popular releases have required 250 to 725 prints.
A brief exchange contrasts a humorous writer with jokes for the funny papers. It highlights a perception that the author is not a humorist in the traditional sense.
An assortment of aphorisms and social quips on wealth, self-control, gender courtesy, leap years, odd societies, worry, grumbling, method, punctuality and mortality. The piece presents pithy lines with cautionary and humorous insights.
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