War News Roundup From Early Dispatches
British steamer Ethiope sunk. 120 British merchant ships lost since war began. Italians hold ridge at Udine. Preemysl forts captured. Przemysl fortress fallen after siege. Zeppelins raid London with 90 bombs. casualties reported. Allied aircraft bombard crown prince HQ. Caseload includes ships Cuban and Corsican details. Naval actions include submarines near Queenstown and Marmora. Two Welsh trawlers sunk. other global war updates and domestic notices follow.
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Nemeraner
Ethiope
Wdvers
Udine
Hallan
Cortina
Ampexso
Preemysl
War Office
Berlin
Sea of Marmora
Vanderna Bay
Radom
Poland
Warsaw
Glasgow
Queenstown
Przemysl
Galicia
London
Planhan
Hebrides
Scotland
Dardanelles
Italy
Naples
New York
Cardiff
Milford
Buttes
Lundy
Bungalow with Cobblestone Trim Promises Charm and Space
A five room bungalow design by William A Radford features cobblestone porch elements and varied window groupings. The plan fits narrow lots around 26 feet wide with a wide front veranda and deep rear, emphasizing a bright front parlor, large living spaces, and practical kitchen and pantry layouts. The article notes rooftop overhangs, basement with modern furnace, and flexible bedroom use including a den option and a foldaway bed recess.
Mutual Attraction Between Operator and Surgeon
A fragment suggests a hospital telephone operator will marry the surgeon, sharing chatter about their pairing and private affinities. The overheard remark hints at social ties forming within the hospital staff.
Dry Farming Methods for Higher Yields and Humus
In this piece FR Parsons contrasts two dry farming schools. Deep plowing builds moisture reservoirs and preserves humus, enabling larger, better crops, while intensive shallow tillage yields scant results. Cross plowing and deep rooting protect soil, moisture, and future yields.
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FR Parsons
Tm Dry Farm
Bulters
Farrel
Tah
Spalding
Denver
Colonel Bester
Transvaal
Physica
Starts His Trees Right and Planting Practice
A western horticulturist with extensive orchard experience advises following planter methods. If a sharp jerk fails to loosen a tree, it stays set, but if the soil cracks or the tree pulls out, it must be reset and soil packed firmly as before.
Work for Success with Sheep Flock
A.C. Choate outlines pasture management for flocks with seasonal feeding, including creating adjacent rape plots, movable feeding grounds, and lamb creep pens. Regular but not constant oversight, water, salt, and weekly checks are advised, with warning about guarding against sheep-killing dogs using a shotgun if needed.
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A.C. Choate
Raise Peanuts in Northern Sections Best Time to Have the Cows Freshen
A Houston era column notes peanuts can be grown as far north as Iowa and Missouri varieties mature earlier. Spanish peanuts perform best there. plant spacing and soil needs. vines and nuts handling. fall cow freshening advised for steadier milk yield and higher winter prices.
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Hugh G Gminsteady
South
Iowa
Missouri
Virginia
Dairyman Must Be Orderly and Systematic
A dairy farmer should be orderly and systematic, take pride in his work and cattle, and enjoy the vocation. Lacking these qualities, he is unlikely to achieve success in the business.
Decide on Breed Yourself Best choice for handling
The article encourages readers to choose a dog breed based on personal temperament and lifestyle. It emphasizes self assessment and practical needs, noting there is no universal best breed and that suitability depends on the owner's skills and environment.
Superior Berkshire Hog Quality Described For Breeding
A modern well bred Berkshire is symmetrical and attractive with rich marbling in the flesh. The breed yields tender juicy hams and shoulders, ideal for bacon, with less waste from pen to packer and after curing. Sows are noted for prolificacy and docility, making them gentle mothers.
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Berkshire
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Frank W. Mondell
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International Dry Farming Congress
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Congressional Committee On Appropriations
Marie Adams
San Bernardino
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St Joseph
J. W. Klinkerman
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Colo
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Rena George
Cheyenne
Wyo
Abe
George
Frank Rencorn
Los Angeles
Washington
Wilton
Department of Agriculture
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France
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Bernhard Dernburs
Germany
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Aberdeen
Philip Chetwood
Melgrade
Eld
Malian
Helsingfors
Gulf of Pimland
John
Portugal
Republic
National Assembly
Manuel de Arriaga
A. Noel
Dim Cotley
Debus
Jim Flynn
Puetto
Brighton Beach Racetrack
NL O'Neill
I. de Palton
Indianapolis
Thomas Delage
Wilkesbarre
Victor E. Craig
West Pittston
Kansas City
San Francisco State Normal School
University of California
Berkeley
Represen Department
Fast St
Belgium
General Villa
Leon
Guavajeata
el Paso
Tex
Carranza
Mexico
United States District Court For
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United States Steel Corporation
Sporting News
Weston Bow
Babe
William A. Radford
William A. Fasiford
Wellam A Madford
Prairie Avenus
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