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Newspaper
Tombstone Epitaph
Location
Tombstone, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1916
Page
7
An article by William A. Radford extols a brick bungalow with a neat design and a distinctive front porch. It describes brick as a durable material, the low roll of the porch, brick columns, a broad roof, and a living room arranged for day and evening appeal, with guidance on furnishings and wall treatments.
A fragment notes brick bungalow design praised for permanent exterior appeal with minimal upkeep. It highlights brick walls as a lasting feature, reducing owner concerns about future maintenance and appearance over a long period.
The ad extols Urlek and other permanent materials for year long upkeep, detailing a brick house layout with living and dining rooms, a well arranged kitchen, two bedrooms with bath, abundant storage, and a dry basement. It notes enduring value, investment benefits, and a parallel remark about a striking paradox in labor.
The article argues that keeping hens in a standard farm flock for up to three years yields better returns when managed through the rest period and selective culling. It discusses expenses, chick-rearing costs, and seasonal patterns, noting Leghorn hens require humane handling and free-range feeding, with profits tied to post harvest gaps and careful flock maintenance.
Mining and oil news from the West report fluctuating metal prices for speller copper and tungsten concentrates, ore shipments, and new shaft work. It notes the Calumet and Arizona Mining Company plans a new shaft, Jerome Superior Copper Company formation, and various mine leases, expansions, and new mining ventures in Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, and Wyoming with figures on ore values and shipments.
The article explains soft shell eggs stem from shell formation issues in hens due to lime deficiency and lack of green foods. It suggests feeding crushed eggshells or lime rich supplements, a small amount of grit, and liver-based feeds to boost shell quality, while warning against stimulating feeds that may harm reproduction.
The article outlines methods to calm a broody hen by confining her in a well ventilated coop visible to others and maintaining proper food and water. It suggests restraint in a tub of water or using a supportive routine to encourage laying again, emphasizing safety and comfort during the process.
A strange notice discusses forcing hens to exercise and feeding routines tied to confinement. The fragment references a year long period and a kitchen oven feed theme, with unclear context and incomplete actions. The wording suggests an unusual agricultural directive or satire without clear practical details.
A Farm Progress writer approves a ratproof chicken coop design with a brood chamber and run. It measures six feet by three feet with a two by three foot brood area, twenty to twenty four inch heights, and a ten inch high run. Built from pine and planed lumber, it features hinged front doors, mesh run covers, and heavy outer paint for durability. The project cost about 125 dollars for materials plus seven and a half cents per foot for paint, totaling 32 dollars. The builder notes portability, wind resistance, ventilation, and easy maintenance as key benefits.
The central states highway department has recently faced a mutiny of opinion as experts call for authoritative guidance on earth road projects. Public interest stresses roads and funding, with experienced readers cautious about statements amid fear of misinterpretation.
A historical discussion argues earth roads depend on proper drainage and early maintenance. It asserts earth roads offer lower cost and quicker repair after impassable periods, and that neglect leads to rapid decay compared to other road types. The passage emphasizes timely maintenance and correct construction for durable travel.
A fragmented note outlines roads' impact on towns and travel, stressing better highways for growth. It hints at economic benefits in rural areas and the potential for increased commerce and mobility between communities. The text preserves names and places ambiguously, with evaluative remarks on infrastructure.
The passage explains measuring load size by grade impact and describes learning by cycling on level ground and varying grades. It notes that grades affect pull, arguments about circling hills, and that one bad grade can double hauling costs. Grading down a hill can cost more than buying land to bypass it.
A fragmented reflection urges citizens to share the burden of improving infrastructure. The piece highlights the value of well maintained highways and the role of local volunteers in promoting safe, attractive routes that benefit travelers and residents alike.
Readers question the authenticity of letters about Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co Real letters are genuine with written consent, praising the Vegetable Compound for easing female illnesses Disjointed paragraphs describe relief from pain and a belief in helping others while a stray anecdote hints at social commentary.
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