Establishing a Laying Strain of Chickens for Winter Egging
An experienced poultry writer explains laying strain selection, stressing pullet records, yearly mating within strong bloodlines, and key winter production points. He shares a Minnesotan farmer’s failed switch to Leghorns, then favors sticking to a preferred breed with proven laying strain, noting care, diet, cleanliness, and draught-free housing.
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Minn
S.C
Waa
Dane Tissen
Poultry tweaks and a 1913 election notice collide
A reader recalls changing poultry breeds to Rhode Island Reds after a failed start with a poor laying strain. He details systems of selecting eggs from four leading breeds and zoning pens with equal care. Also includes a primary election notice for To luca city on March 11 1913 with polling hours and party colors.
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Rhode Island
B. P
Hall's Catarrh Cure Promises Cure for Catarrh
A newspaper ad claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh as a constitutional disease with internal action on blood and mucous surfaces. It offers a $100 reward for any case it fails to cure and invites readers to send for testimonials from Toledo Ohio manufacturers F J Cheney Co posting price 75 cents plus mention of Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Chenney & C Co
Toledo
Ohio
New Parcel Post Rules Implement Special Delivery option
Parcel post packages may be sent by special delivery as of March 1. A 10 cent fee applies whether by special delivery stamps or regular postage, with “Special delivery” written on the package if using ordinary postage. Beginning July 1 packages may be sent C.O.D anywhere in the country, but amounts over 1.00 are not collected. a 10 cent collection fee is to be affixed by the sender in parcel post stamps.
Pay Taxes by the Tenth Notice Issued
Tax notice posted to residents of Bennington Township warns unpaid taxpayers to settle accounts by March 10 before books close and taxes are returned to Lacan. Payments accepted at Toluca Bank during banking hours and at J. M. Wilkins store in the evenings, per S. L. Wells, Tax Collector.
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Lacan
Toluca Bank
J. M. Wilkins
S. L. Wells
Bennington Township
Popular Young People Wed At Varna Varna Illinois
Miss Maria Arndt and Mr. August A Kemnitz were married last Thursday afternoon February 27 at 5 o'clock in the Ev Lutheran St Paul church Varna by Rev Rudolph. The bride wore a white messaline gown with lace and a myrtle wreath. Bridesmaid Miss Anna Lenz wore light blue messaline with pink roses. Best man was Wm Kemnitz. After the ceremony guests toasted the couple at a six o'clock dinner. They will settle on a farm west of Toluca and begin housekeeping there. The Star-Herald offers congratulations.
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Ev. Luth St. Paul
Var
Rudolph
Maria Arndt
August A. Kemnitz
Anna Lenz
Wm. Kemnitz
Alma Schumaker
Lohengren
August Arndt
Varna
Gotlieb Kemnitz
Toluca
Boa
Star-Herald
Last Cherry Mine Claim Settled
The final death claims from the Cherry mine disaster of 1909 are settled in Princeton circuit court. Administrator Joseph Campezio for Frank Lolli received compensation for a 21 year old miner. The Muazzarelli claim settled for $6900. Overall payouts exceed half a million dollars.
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St. Paul Coal Company
Chicago
Cherry
Princeton
Joseph Campezio
Frank Lolli
Andriano Muazzarelli
Bought and Paid For at The Plumb Theatre March 10
Management of the Plumb Theatre announces the appearance of Bought and Paid For on Monday March 10 after weeks of searching for quality shows. Seat sale opens Friday March 7 at 7 30 p m. Mail or phone orders handled promptly by Hershey Drug Store phone 1593.
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Plumb
Chicago
Hershey Drug Store
Jewelry Auction at Reiner Store in Streator
Edward Reiner on East Main Street Streator hosts a daily afternoon and evening jewelry auction to reduce stock before remodeling. Not a going out of business sale. buyers may purchase at their own price for items in jewelry silverware and cut glass.
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Edward Rienel
Streator
Edward Reiner
East Main Street
Factory prospects boost Toluca’s growth outlook
The Toluca factory push gains momentum with several sites under review and major firms eyeing Toluca as a potential location. Early wages start at one dollar a day for learners, rising with productivity up to about twelve dollars weekly. Community effort urged to attract industry.
Notice of Marshall County Supervisors Meeting
Notice to Supervisors of Marshall County Illinois. Board of Supervisors will meet at the Court House in Lacon on Tuesday March 11 1913 at 1 30 p m. Each bill must be itemized certified sworn filed by 12 noon the preceding Saturday. Bills not filed classified will be carried over. Tuos A Connell County Clerk.
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Foe Enehte Tien
Toluca
Danie
G.reece
Board of Supervisors
Marshall County
Illinois
Lacon
Tuos
Conneld
Peoria Auto Show Opens March 12 at Coliseum
The Peoria Automobile Dealers Association presents the Third Annual Show in the Coliseum from March 12 to 15. Officials promise Peoria a record crowd and a display of diverse pleasure and commercial cars with gasolines and electric models showcased.
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Peoria Automobile Dealers’ Association
Peoria
Photographer Offers New Lens and Camera Outfit
H A Renew, photographer in Toluca Illinois, announces a new lens and camera outfit and invites the public to visit the photo car to view the latest in folder photos. He promises large family portraits and satisfaction guaranteed.
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Toluca
H. A. Renew
Illinois
Girls Wanted Toluca Area for Future Factory Work
Advertises positions for girls in Toluca and nearby areas to work in a soon to be opened factory. Claims all machines are functional and powered. Respond with address to Star-Herald office for H. V. Duncan.
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Toluca
Star-Herald
H. V. Duncan
Toluca City Special Assessments Collector Alert
John Scullani announces payment of special assessments at Voluca Bank. Call early. books will be returned soon. Toluca City official urges prompt action for due charges.
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Voluca Bank
John Scullani
Toluca
Toluca City Council Proceedings February 1918 Session
Toluca mayor and aldermen conduct regular and special meetings. Minutes from February 4 and February 26 approved. February light bill shortage deducted. Salaries listed for February 1918 to Fahey Slattery Berry and others. Various bills for election supplies oil pump materials labor and travel approved or noted. Geo Watkins hired as pump man at $60 monthly. disinfecting bill allowed. Council adjourned by Mayor Huprich with D Bavelli and others in attendance.
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City of
Toluca
Berry
Blazina
Maccone
Rusciolelli
Slattery
Peterson
M. Fahey Slattery J
Berry C. Plaminio
Joe Kampke
Tom Bianco
Ind-Times
Turighatti
Schermerhorn & Warren
Ae Fairbanks, Morris & Co
Ccce
A. L. Wargo
Public Service Co
Same
Toluca Coal Co
W.B. Jones
Mrs. Coffird
Geo. Watkins
Vallesano
M. Stratton
A. Sughetti
Dra. S. Delladio
John Valesano
J. Daugherty
Frank Chalafant
Bills
al- Ayes
Maccono
Ruscidelly
Geo Watkins
Toluca Appropriation Ordinance for 1913 City Expenses
The city of Toluca enacts an appropriation ordinance for the fiscal year 1913 from January 1 to December 31. Funds allocated include Police 5800, Fire 74000, Waterworks 74000, Sewer and Drainage 2000, Salaries 2200, Special Police 800, Printing 800, Miscellaneous 800, Public Grounds and Building 1000, and various departmental funds. D Turigliatti mayor. Daniel G Rerer city clerk.
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Toluca
Police Department
Fire Department
Light Department
Council Department Fond Street and
Waterworks Department
Sewer and Drainage Department
Special Police Department
Printing Department
A. D
D. Turigliatti
Largest Magazine in the World Ad
Today’s Magazine proclaims itself the largest land best edited magazine priced at 50 cents a year or five cents per copy. It invites every lady to request a free sample copy and premium catalog from Ad orca Today’s Magazine Canton Ohio.
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Adorca Today's
Canton
Hio
Partners in Town Business
A village town and city form a partnership with shared prosperity. Individual property remains private while collective wealth grows from fair prices and local buying. Buying at home boosts neighbors' wealth and strengthens business ties, while buying away harms local progress.
Standard Oil Reveals Motor Spirit as Gasoline Substitute
The Standard Oil Company announces a new fuel called motor spirit found after years of trials. It will cost 3 cents a gallon less than gasoline and reportedly delivers 25 percent more mileage. Discovered by W. M. Buygton, patents granted earlier this year. The product is an additional petroleum by product with a wider range of boiling points aiding easy starting.
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New York
W. M. Buygton
Wenona High School News and Local Events
Total enrollment reaches 422 with February recording 80 tardy marks. Principal urges cooperation to curb lateness. Prof. Littler to attend county literary and athletic association meeting in Lacon this Saturday. County institute scheduled in Wenona on April 4. Wenona teams visit for basketball with mixed results for girls and boys. spectators encouraged.
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Littler
County Literary and Athletic Association
Lacon
County Institute
Wenona
Wenona High School
Wennna
T.H
Barney
Foley Kidney Pills Offer Relief for Women
A suffering woman endures backache headache nervousness and sleeplessness until kidney and bladder troubles are linked. Foley Kidney Pills promise quick relief and a return to health and strength. No woman who suffers can overlook Foley Kidney Pills. Sold by J Wilkins.
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Foley
J. Wilkins
White Pearl Theatre Promises Varied Evening Shows
An entertainment note invites patrons to visit the White Pearl Theatre for a changing nightly program and a pleasant evening. The ad also promotes printing services and creamery bread as part of local offerings.
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White Pearl Theatre
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Wm. Kiss
Toluka
John
Council Proceedings
Daniel G. Rerer
Partners In Town
High School News
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