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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1916
Page
8
Former U.S. ambassador David Jayne Hill discusses how naval strength and maritime power shape global outcomes. He argues that sea control determines political influence, economic access, and national security in an era of rising naval competition.
The speaker argues that global peace hinges on American strength, especially naval power. A strong stance without a large standing army is urged, with emphasis on sea power as decisive to world destinies and on a single dominant guiding figure.
A short guide urges regular weeding to keep a productive garden. Pull roots, use a hoe between rows, and avoid composting seeded weeds. Do not store or board weeds in the garden. The article also discusses feed trials for Hereford calves and a veterinary advance on blackleg control using a hyperimmune serum. The El Dorado myth is traced from a gilded man to a legendary city and to its modern metaphorical meaning of wealth.
To sterilize old soft linen for bandaging or the sick room, place it in a steam er and steam twenty five to forty minutes based on amount. Remove, dry thoroughly in a warm oven not hot enough to scorch. Roll in bundles, wrap with antiseptic gauze, outer wrap of heavy paper, tied securely, and store in a dry place or in sterilized screw top jars.
A Popular Science note says dry cleaning prevents rust. If washing is used, add a little milk to water to dissolve grease, reducing the need for hard scouring and protecting the tin coating from wear and rust holes.
The text recommends installing a wooden grate cork brick or creosoted wood over cement to insulate dairy stables floors against cold conditions. It describes options for flooring to provide comfort and insulation for livestock housing.
The fourth annual cattlemen’s meeting at Kansas State Agricultural College highlighted calf feeding and blackleg serum experiments aimed at making Kansas cattle industry profitable. Tests over six months compared beef breeds under W A Cochel direction, noting Short horn as a top producer and dual purpose value.
Market reports show lambs steady to higher with some up a nickel and sheep mostly 10 cents up. Cattle receipts about 4,400 head with choicest steers around 10.00, cows and heifers active, hogs 10-15 cents lower, lambs and sheep trading near steady with various price ranges listed.
Society quip notes Mrs Blank in deep mourning after discharging her blond chauffeur and hiring a colored one, prompting amused chatter in Boston circles.
The article explains testing valve fit by coating the valve head with Prussian blue pigment and pressing against the seat. A full blue seat indicates even bearing. only high spots get pigment if the fit is poor, signaling grinding should continue until the valve head bears evenly across the seat.
A tiny exchange quotes Ethel stating she was the teacher during a pretend school, prompting her mother to hope for good behavior. The playful line highlights a child's pretend authority and light domestic humor.
Learn to adjust your own gas mantles to save money. Mantles cost about a dime and can be adjusted easily. After fitting over the burner, burn the mantle promptly with a match. the coating simply burns off as part of the process.
A humorous exchange shows a patient asking for a stimulant to get in fighting trim while the doctor refuses, saying the remedy will be settled in the bill. The judge remarks on the billing outcome.
A quoted aphorism notes that delaying action can feel rewarding yet incurs hidden costs. The saying frames procrastination as a paradoxical source of momentary joy and long term regret.
A simple method uses gum arabic mixed with a strong solution of epsom salts. Dissolve enough epsom salts to reach a heavy solution, blend with gum arabic, and apply the coating to the glass with a small brush for a frosted effect.
Advice on strawberry propagation covers runners, planting depth, mulching, and spacing. Do not cut first runners to avoid delaying the crop, and fully cover new plant tangles to root quickly. Leave sufficient soil and shade to promote large, well colored berries.
The article extols toads and especially song and game birds as crucial insect destroyers for gardeners. It cites U S Department of Agriculture losses and notes examples like a flicker consuming ants and orioles eating plant lice. Encouraging birds and toads can minimize garden insect problems.
Missouri experiment station reports horses fed silage over two winters thrived, were thrifty, and cost less than standard rations. One three year old mare initially refused silage then ate less after her other feed was reduced but later was removed due to distemper and indigestion.
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