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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1920
Page
3
Letters from Ohio women praise Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a tonic and restorative. Mrs. M. F. Allen reports full recovery after using the medicine, while Mrs. E. H. Smith describes renewed strength and health from a rundown, nervous condition. Several others corroborate benefits for women.
An advertisement touts Cuticura Ointment to improve skin and dandruff and suggests washing with Cuticura Soap. It notes quick results for rough hands and red complexions. A separate Punch London quip mentions linen washing by electricity and self-tearring buttonholes.
United States Department of Agriculture notes Angora goats in the Missouri Ozarks grow mohair while producing kids and clearing brush. Landowners rent goats for 0.75 dollars per animal per season, returning 5 to 7 dollars yearly per nanny along with mohair and kids. Reports show thrift, good mohair yields, and brush control aid grass and cattle potential.
New Jersey agricultural college notes clover seed a profitable investment on suitable soils. Clover hay yields higher protein value and per acre output, often producing two crops versus Timothy’s one. Lime and inoculation improve clover stands, while alfalfa can supplement but not replace clover on many farms.
The article notes land impact varies with density and brush size, with two years of constant goat browsing causing near total underbrush destruction. Some goats suffer from prolonged feeding in dense growth, prompting goat owners to seek an improved range for partial grazing.
Concrete roads develop cracks from poor drainage and subgrade prep. Cracks serve as expansion joints, opening in cool weather and closing in heat. Proper tar filling and maintenance preserve wear resistance of pavement.
Forestry specialists from the United States Department of Agriculture explain that when trees are properly spaced nature self prunes the lower branches. In farm timber tracts with small pines and valuable species pruning can be a paying practice during slack periods.
A farm guidance note argues laying hens require exercise but not full outdoor access. It states that feeding grain and providing 8 to 10 inches of chaff and straw can suffice, reducing the need for hens to be outside during bad weather.
The U S department of agriculture notes that not all farm products suit parcel post marketing. Heavy items like potatoes are impractical to ship by parcel post, while eggs butter sausage poultry vegetables and nutrients can often be profitably shipped. Higher value per pound improves direct marketing prospects.
Legumes are valuable crops to grow and should be included in rotation. They adapt to soil and benefit farming whether feeding animals or selling crops or both.
Instructions for protecting dried beans and peas against weevils by sealing in airtight receptacles and using a carbon disulfide saucer. The fumes dissipate and kill weevils present in the stored legumes.
The article argues good roads boost local prosperity by enabling farmers to reach markets within 50 miles, increase profits, and lower costs. It cites Farm Journal on perishables and notes motor trucks cut freight delays, predicting road improvements attract trade, homes, and industry while raising property values.
From July 1, 1918, to November 1, 1919 the Agriculture Department approved 134 road projects totaling 12,159 miles at about 181 million dollars. About 78 million federal funds. since the federal aid act 1,927 projects approved totaling 18,599 miles at 224 million dollars with 5.5 million federal share. Forest road work shows 74 projects for 923 miles approved and plans for 50 more totaling 146 miles, per the secretary of agriculture annual report.
Good roads reduce bondage for city men and farmers. Regions implementing progressive road programs see rising values and self paying infrastructure. For city residents the broader effect is lowering living costs as road improvements unfold.
Factors influencing road construction costs include right of way, clearing and grubbing, excavation material and fill, drainage tiling and ditching, number and size of stream crossings needing culverts or bridges, and material securing and placement.
A fragile road system burdens truckers moving spring crops like rhubarb peas and spinach, widening gaps with better roads to market. Accessible schools are urged to ensure communities receive full educational benefits year round through improved routes.
Local residents debate the trustworthiness of seed houses amid mixed statements by community members. Anonymous voices claim reliability while others urge caution, citing inconsistent supply and unknown origins.
Miss Pertle Goott tells a close friend that Harry and IT will wed in secret. She declares no one will know of the ceremony. She asks if her companion has heard the news.
An advertisement touts Freezone drops to remove corns and calluses with little or no pain and a cheap tiny bottle. A comic exchange follows about a man joking with his father about Miss Blemly, then a quip on giving a badge to prove a man’s charitable gifts.
Fragments describe native Australians tearing down clograph wires to fashion bracelets earrings and rings. The piece notes thoughts on electric wiring as fashion material and mentions shoe manufacturing and poetic writing days tied to craft and woodwork.
Fragmentary ad claims Hall's Catarrh Medicine cures catarrh by internal action and improves health. Offers $100 reward and references testimonials from Fd Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio. Partial phrases mention constitutional conditions and a focus on strengthening the system.
A historical note claims a million feet of lumber yearly fuels clock making. It also states an ailment crawling without pause would take fourteen days five hours to travel a mile.
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