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Newspaper
The Lemmon Herald
Location
Lemmon, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1917
Page
11
Attention Farmers Now is the time to plan a LIGHTING plant for your farm. Western Electric farm lighting brings electricity to work and light, for any size farm. We also sell Shinn Lightning Rods and can rod buildings in first class shape. Order rods early before the electric storms. Use the Safety First plan on the farm to reduce insurance.
Dr Ladd notes the need for transparent labels to inform consumers about ingredients. He cites widespread adulteration in canned foods, jams and preserves historically, including rotten apples and illicit additives. Legal challenges delayed enforcement but improvements followed through courts.
The text discusses enforcement against food adulteration and false labeling, noting penalties for misrepresented net weight and even-pound packaging. It covers lard packing, drug law adherence, prohibited substances, and the push for reliable paint labels and standardized test methods under state and federal scrutiny.
A discussion on flour labeling and safety led by Dr Ladd outlines strict rules for flour sacks to spell out contents and avoid adulteration. The report notes inspections, enforcement by the food commissioner, and a push for trust marks and a state or national standard to ensure wholesome products from wheat varieties and honest labeling across groceries and manufacturers.
The advertiser states plans to operate on a larger scale in the coming year and can supply cattle in any number and any color at all times. They offer easy terms and urge readers to contact them before stocking their farm.
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