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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1928
Page
8
A fragmented article discusses superstition in Buddhism, noting the three sources of merit and the great trios of Buddha law and truth. It touches on medieval climate fears, seven and nine in biblical contexts, and beliefs about seven-year life stages and the seventh son’s healing power. It questions luck and superstition, citing amulets like rabbit feet and common credulity.
Instructions from the USDA on preparing a 3 to 4 pound boned stuffed shoulder of lamb. Carving is easier when boned, rolled or flat with a two part stuffing. Sear, then roast at 300 F for 2 1/2 to 8 hours, until tender, served with brown gravy. Mint or watercress stuffing uses buttered breadcrumbs with onion, celery, mint or watercress, and salt and pepper.
A USDA bulletin on convenient kitchens describes the dining alcove as a versatile small kitchen niche. It supports seated tasks at meals, shelling, canning prep, and record keeping, with table space, storage, and optional hinged benches for easy cleaning and expanded seating.
The article explains silk stockings last longer when rinsed in cold water after each wear. Perspiration acid damages fabric and uneven foot pressure weakens threads over time. Rinsing readjusts the fibers, releases strain, and removes corrosion, keeping hosiery nearly new for longer.
A guide describes efficient turkey fattening from mid November to late December. Wild birds thrive on open range. fattening uses grasshoppers, weeds, seeds, and grain with small evening feeds to return birds home. Gradually add corn and fresh milk near the end, cautioning against sudden corn adoption to avoid scours. Some Texas growers rely on acorns when mast is plentiful for marketable birds.
The Ohio state poultry calendar warns to grade and pen by age and laying qualities. limit to a 14 hour day. avoid overproduction and spring melt by gradual light reduction. use breeders only after Jan 1 to 15. keep production under 60 percent. feed grain liberally and provide water when lights are on. do not shorten or extend feeding around light elimination. maintain regular management.
University of Illinois expert L. E B Card notes heavy egg production comes from pullets that start laying early. He advises marking early layers for next year’s cull decisions, and using numbered or colored leg bands to record start dates and track breeders.
Practical poultrymen debate straw types for litter noting no clear differences in wear or sanitary qualities. Rye straw is stiffer and can break apart easily, while oat and wheat straws perform similarly. Best advice favors convenience and maintaining sanitary conditions.
The passage explains Eberthella san guinarium as the germ behind fowl typhoid a destructive disease in birds. Symptoms include dullness droopy appearance pale combs greenish yellow diarrhea and rapid death. The liver enlarges turns brownish green and the kidneys fade as if cooked.
Plainsman Pete jokes about marriage and bridal tours in a humorous Western exchange. The dated banter contrasts marriage choices with practical phrasing, portraying a light rural wit.
A playful exchange reveals a polite rebuff to a singer who pleads with a lover. The woman refuses the serenade and suggests others may react with disinterest or avoidance, highlighting social tension and flirtation dynamics.
A Philadelphia Bulletin item notes a husband lacking style embarrasses his wife with public questions about old-fashioned shortcake offerings, described as mortifying and socially awkward.
Describes wild roses thriving in many varieties across temperate regions. Mentions abundance and general plant distribution, followed by an aside about praising a man for his work but not receiving a response.
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