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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1902
Page
3
Popular Science describes a levee concept using rapid growing willows planted at close intervals to form a live wood wall. Roots grip sediment to prevent washouts, while curves and terraced earth rise to confine a river and enable gradual soil deposits. John Patten of New York City holds a patent on these embankment methods.
A report describes a grain feeder for fowl using a swinging tray and a chute that discharges grain as birds peck. Zachariah Xevers of Santa Cruz, California, is named as inventor. Also covered are findings on diamond fluorescence under violet light and a safety valve design with a muffler used on railroads to dampen boiler exhaust noise.
The passage explains how lightning arises from charged water droplets in clouds. As tiny drops coalesce, capacity grows slowly while charge increases, creating enormous voltages that can propel discharges across miles. The Electric Review notes lightning can reach millions of volts.
Mr C H Davis reports electric traction will soon replace steam for suburban rail, while steam remains for long freight hauls. For rapid intercity passenger service electric engines offer higher speeds and comfort. A separate note describes an automatic poultry feeding device with a conical grain hopper and belt box to reduce labor and grain waste.
The German general telegraph department tested Rowland's octuplex typographic system from Johns Hopkins. Regular use between Hamburg and Frankfort will soon begin. The method promises 18,000 words per hour via a single wire with twenty operators, far surpassing the Hughes system’s 2,200 words. The sender uses a typewriter like instrument, while the receiver prints on paper for easy delivery.
A season's prettiest bride wears a chiffon and lace gown with satin cords in waved lines for bold relief. The trained skirt and bodice feature satin trimmed lace and undulating cords on sleeves. Veil sits in a broad wired bow on the coiffure with orange blossoms. Sleeve tucks create fullness at the forearm.
Promoters weigh postponing the Jeffries versus Fitzsimmons bout to boost gate receipts with a San Francisco convention of pugilists in August. Both fighters are training and ready for July 25, with the original date likely to stand. Corbett rumored to be offered a title bout shortly after, adding interest to the heavyweight picture. Training camps at Skage’s and Harbin Springs report good condition and steady work. Fitzsimmons employs George Dawson as adviser from the Chicago Athletic Association.
The Western college crew was defeated in Ithaca while Cornell led in honors. Denver again bans boxing as Fire and Police Board controls permits. Controversy centers on political rifts between rival organizations and criticism of Young Corbett versus Kid Broad. The Corbett Broad bout may relocate due to permit refusals and mounting opposition.
London Athletic Club meeting at Stamford Bridge reports H M Hilbery winning the 100 Yards Handicap with 9 1/2 yards in 101 10 seconds. A W Duffy entered but did not compete. E B May of Oxford wins Hammer Throw with six feet handicap at 184 feet 344 inches. R W Eidgren, American, places third with 125 feet 31 inches.
Robert G. Stephenson, number four on the Marinette boat, was elected captain of next year’s crew. He is a junior in the civic historical course and rowed on his freshman crew and last year’s varsity. English Polo Cup Victory At Hambleton. The English polo team won the third deciding match at Hurlingham for the American Challenge Cup, scoring several goals to the Americans. Chess Notes. Titusville forms a new chess club while Janowski and Schlechter may play at Carlsbad. A 27 board match unfolds between Mississippi and Texas. Rochester beats Syracuse in telegraphic match 6 1 4 to 2 1 4. Flourishing clubs in Constantinople Beirut and Djibouti reported. Pera Palace hosts the Orientale. Max Judd of St. Louis eyes a western Chicago tournament with a $160 prize. Officials hope for a Lake Minnetonka event with $100 $40 $10 and $5 prizes plus specials.
Prof G L McKay of Iowa Agricultural College notes seasonal changes in milk bacteria affecting butter flavor. Tests from March to June show shifts between pure acid, impure acid, and rapid curd decomposition, with June and July similar to May. He urges patrons to improve cleanliness to reduce undesirable fermentations.
This article urges dairy barns creameries and similar facilities to maximize fire protection. It suggests shelves with water pails, ready extinguishing tools, wind mill and elevated tank setups for water pressure, accessible water pipes, and precautions for cattle unable to flee. It emphasizes readiness over risk of loss.
A government bulletin explains how salt content granule size and hardness affect water in butter. Low temperature churning and extended washing yield drier butter for export, with 32 analyses showing water from 6.72 to 12 percent. best export butter should contain 9 to 10 percent water.
In Australia farm separators gain favor with rising adoption on Victoria farms. Victoria reports 4100 separators in use, with yearly increases from 1886 to 1899. among about 10,000 milk suppliers, at least 41 percent separate cream on farm.
Prof G L McKay explains summer butter flavors arise from bacteria and rain, noting grass affects taste. He reports experiments showing a bac teria can create similar weedy flavors. Benton Harbor residents consider a municipal milk plant linked to city water works, promising city profits.
The bulletin explains scabies or mange in oxen, caused by two mite types Psoroptes and Symbiotes. Psoroptes bites cause irritation, pimples, hair loss, and leathery skin, spreading from neck and shoulders to most of the body. Severe cases weaken cattle, allow rapid mite growth, and can be fatal in harsh winters, especially for young or unhealthy beasts. progress varies with seasons. Bulletin 152, Department of Agriculture.
Prof Charles W Burkett of the New Hampshire station warns the state lacks sufficient horsepower for tillage and farm work. He notes thousands of acres remain untilled and urges farmers to improve stock by breeding better mares and using a pure bred draft or coach stallion. He estimates stallions at about five hundred dollars and suggests cooperative purchases to finance improvements.
Professor Thomas Shaw notes that among 600 weeds and grasses in the Northwest sheep eat 576, horses 82 and cattle 66. Sheep prefer weeds to grasses, clear weed life with their stomachs, and return nutrients to the land while aiding future crop growth.
Mr John M True secretary of stage for Wisconsin says the disposition to plant more corn is almost universal through the state and the potato acreage has risen about six percent while tobacco acreage shows a nineteen percent gain. Wheat acreage has a proportionate rise alongside corn asage.
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