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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1918
Page
7
Poultry authorities from New York State College of Agriculture urge efficient ventilation in the first quarter to keep hens healthy and eggs high. They warn that damp walls, impure air, and moisture buildup weaken hens and invite diseases like roup.
A Carmatian Science Mouttor questions who bears responsibility for introducing the ukulele into the United States rather than Hawaii, contemplating the instrument’s path and cultural adoption.
Practical tests from Extension Circular 41 guide women in detecting adulteration or misrepresentation of textiles. Tests compare how water, glycerin, and crushing affect cotton, linen, wool, and silk, noting wrinkle behavior, transparency, and burning odors and residues to distinguish fibers and assess material value.
Wisconsin farm researchers at the university demonstrate honey has comparable food value to meat. A pound of honey or two pounds of sirloin steak provide similar sustenance, underscoring the need to promote beekeeping across Wisconsin.
A wartime kitchen note emphasizes saving meat by using poultry fish and seafood. Recipes include Baltimore Chicken Potatoes with white sauce War Biscuits Bread Cake and guidance to save sugar. Instructions detail chicken cutlets corn fritters potato soup and margarine topping for a crusty loaf.
The article outlines practical steps to maximize heating efficiency and save coal by ensuring furnace base is airtight, joints are sealed with tests using a burning match, and the chimney is tall enough with the top at least two feet above surrounding structures. It emphasizes cooperation with the state defense council during fuel conservation efforts.
A brief excerpt reflects a speaker acknowledging self doubt and fear of failure before attempting a challenge. The voice contrasts desired strength with actual hesitation, expressing the hope to rise to worthy effort despite unsettled confidence.
The United States Department of Agriculture reports a nation wide boost in road building with states utilizing post roads and forest road funds. It cites 200 900 for forest roads and predicts calendar year 1917 state expenditures for highway purposes reaching at least 60 million dollars. States like New York Texas Michigan Rhode Island Nevada Iowa Florida and Vermont have set specific appropriations to match federal aid dollar for dollar.
Editorial urges proper culvert construction on approved plans under competent direction. Emphasizes calculating water volume for rainy seasons, using durable materials, and avoiding skimping on culverts, bridges, and drainage to prevent wasted money and unsafe roads.
Concrete culverts are cited as the best solution for road drainage and longevity. Officials point to durability and reliability, with engineers noting minimal maintenance and long service life in varying conditions.
The article extols soy beans for human nutrition and offers varied recipes including baked soy beans, cream soy bean soup, and black soy bean soup. It also blends poetry and practical guidance on vegetables, meat substitutes, and seasonings with contrasted dishes like salt cod with beets and potatoes, plus pigeon and rabbit dishes.
The Atchison Globe argues against loving every person while condemning the wars of wicked people. It contends that a man’s ways are part of himself and rejects unqualified affection, stating they refuse to love or kiss every ornery cuss that comes along.
A brief note recalls a church oyster supper with light attendance. One person reports finding a single oyster, while another asks if many attended. The tone is casual and informal, reflecting a local community notice.
The ad claims women suffer kidney and bladder trouble with vague symptoms like backache and nervousness. It promotes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a remedy, urging immediate purchase or a 10 cent sample from Dr Kilmer & Co. The notice ends with a joke about paying doctors.
An advertising fragment promotes Boschee's German Syrup claiming it quiets coughs and soothes throat and lung inflammation. The text notes a fifty two year American history and references its use for croup bronchitis and general health. The rest mocks social remarks about Polly Peach Polly Will Get Em jokes and a catarrh cannot be cured line.
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