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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1900
Page
7
The article analyzes how German, Austrian, and U.S. meat policies interact as Germany moves to ban American meats. It notes Austria’s objection, fears of price drops, and potential effects on U.S. and Austrian meat producers. It questions how to absorb a surplus if European demand weakens, risking lower prices and profits for meat growers.
The page describes clumps of soy bean roots with root tubercles resembling those on flower roots. More tubercles mean more nitrogen fixation and healthier plants. In inoculated soil shown, germs of tubercles are present, while absence of germs reduces vigor and root size. Generally, tubercle presence is common in acidic soils, especially after other legume crops.
An old guide discusses worm damage in apples from the codling moth. It recommends Paris green as the best general remedy, mixed with water and lime at about one pound of Paris green per 180–200 gallons, applied with spray equipment after blossoms fall for effective protection before fruit set.
I McRea in Vick's notes success using diluted kerosene emulsion on asters. The bed is soaked before transplanting and again as plants grow and bud. Though laborious, repeated applications reach roots and improve growth, with many praising the results.
The article discusses teaching meat inspection in veterinary courses to improve public health. It notes past failures to assess meat health and risks from trichina in pork. It also covers San Jose scale control in apples, describing timely summer spraying, oil soap mixtures, and kerosene emulsions with emphasis on proper weather and safety considerations.
A Farmers' Review correspondent reports morning glory infestation in a corn field where planting was not completed. He notes 5 to 6 inch corn and discusses plowing up the field for millet as a remedy, but suggests ordinary cultivation should curb the weed. Readers with experience are invited to respond. The piece also covers hog lice treatment and a Iowa Experiment Station moisture study on corn stored in a cradle wagon scale to assess moisture loss over a year.
Mrs Frances Hitler, noted as a remarkable woman, and her husband Doctor Hiller built a mausoleum and two carved caskets in Boston. The elaborate preparations for death reportedly cost hundreds of thousands, with a $25,000 burial shroud and $500,000 total for tombs and sarcophagi. The will allocates $50,000 for family maintenance, $5,000 to two hospitals, and funds to Yale and Hospital Cottages for Children.
About 1,600 people traveled from Bridgeport Connecticut to Burns Point on Long Island Sound near Milford to witness a baptism for the First Baptist Church of Bridgeport. Four applicants for church membership were to be immersed in the open water while Rev. James A. Bowman led the ceremony. The heavy immersion effort began but was interrupted as noted by witnesses. Viola Holmes Belle Herbert and Frederick were among the applicants.
A buried mausoleum guarded by a watchman, a 14 foot funeral car, and a 1100 pound casket marked a lavish burial for Mrs Frances Hiller. Her will left income to Alberta Biggs, and a baptism attempt by Rev Bowman amid a cold water plunge drew crowd amusement.
Alessandro Roberti of 238 James Street Weehawken has been sentenced by General Sessions for swindling through ewin ching. The Italian colony breathes easier as he leaves for Sing Sing. He lured countrymen with a daring, wily method and claims a noble Tuscan birth and priestly training. A separate case details Ruberti, who forged warrants and seized cash from Spina, Milone, Ira, and Reni, leading to arrest by Detective Petroncina.
Norwood R. Gibson, Notre Dame’s standout pitcher, has signed to play for Indianapolis for the remainder of the season. A Notre Dame graduate in pharmacy, Gibson entered the university in 1890 at fourteen and became one of the West’s top twirlers, never losing a game this season and compiling a perfect fielding record. He will leave for Chicago after Thursday to join Indianapolis and debut against Comiskey’s White Stockings on Sunday.
Billy Hamilton defends his baserunning, arguing that modern play has increased the pace of the game. He maintains his speed remains, but opponents and smarter strategies reduce the advantage of fast legs. He cites stronger coaching and smarter defense as the reason fewer successful bunts and stolen bases occur now.
John W. Glasscock vigorously denies tampering with any Ft Wayne players after leaving the club and refutes claims he induced players to visit Dayton saloons. He provides a signed statement from 11 Ft Wayne players asserting the article’s accusations are unjust and reflect no wrongdoing by him or the players.
The Brooklyn Eagle notes that a pitcher’s nerves on the first batter reaching base often sparks rallies and defeats. It cites a Pittsburg game where Kennedy held a 4 to 0 lead until the ninth inning began, as Roaring Bill fixed on base runners and neglected the batter. The piece urges letting base runners advance and focusing on the batter to prevent rallies in most cases.
A Sporting News note complains about players not restricted to regular practice before games and cites hazardous distractions near the grandstand. It urges extending practice time only to the regular diamond to prevent balls and drives from injuring spectators and players.
Gilmer Harrison Flick, right fielder for Philadelphia, ranks among league’s top hitters this season. Born in Bedford, Ohio, 24 years ago, he joined Youngstown earlier, starred in the Interstate League, then moved to Philadelphia in 1898. His power and reliability help keep the Quaker City at the National League lead.
Taylor has paid $500 enabling racing again under the Cyclers Union. The Majab plans to get in shape to follow the circuit and will challenge Cooper Raton Stevens Kramer McParland and other fast men, making them watch their taureis.
About 700 Icelanders are coming this spring to British America to farm in the vicinity of the Doukhobor settlements, signaling a notable agricultural migration and cultural exchange in the region.
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