Yuan Shih-Kai Wins Power by Patient Strategy in China
In Peking the China policy unfolds as Yuan Shih-Kai builds strength through a measured approach. His ability to wait, plus controlling the Yangtze region and balancing Li Yuen Hung, shapes his rise. Li’s removal from command clears the way for Yuan to consolidate authority and secure loyalty from northern forces.
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Peking
China
Yuan Shih-kai
Yuan
Yugn
Li Yuen Hung
Central
Yuan Ghib-kal
Lie Advisory
Wuchang
Yangtze
Yangtze Valley
Norvthern
Fese
Bua
Yanktzo
Hankew
Tuan Chi Jui
Hupeh
Ti Yuen Hung
Hankow
Campaign to kill prairie dogs costs little against forage value
The departments of agriculture reports 400000 prairie dogs killed in Colorado and Arizona forests since starting its destruction campaign. It says spending about twelve thousand dollars preserved forage worth an estimated 150000 dollars for sheep and cattle. Poison baits including carbon bisulphide and strychnine were used, with vast quantities in Cochetopa forest. Prairie dog hides are reported nearly worthless, and no work is found for skins.
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Washington
Cochetopa and
Dike
Colorado
Tusayan
Covoulno
Arizona
Department of Agriculture
Department
Departments
Cochetopa
Moglish Fortiers
Siberia
Haste May Save Her Life In Mercury Tablet Incident
Viola Thomas, a Newark girl, attempted to swallow two bichloride of mercury tablets. The tablets lodged in her throat and choking alarmed her mother, prompting urgent care. The motive for the act was not stated.
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Helgidere
N. J
Fler Beste Ib
Viola Thomas
Costa Rica Votes In Three Way Presidential Contest
Costa Rica holds a three candidate presidential election as Congress will decide the outcome in May The constitution bars a consecutive term and Fernandez Duran and Iglesias jockey for influence while fusion of Duran and Iglesias aims to control deputies The Costa Rican nation called the United States relationship with a protectorate rumor fragile but Costa Rica remains a republic with strong local farms and limited US influence
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New York
Almont
Wilson
Central America
Costa Rica
M. Fernandes
Doctor Duran
Senor Iglesias
Cervantes
Arthur Ruhl
Collier's
Congress
Senor Tglesias
Jiminez
Nicaragua
United States
Zelayas
Mexico
Guatemala
Inventor Westinghouse's Estate Placed in Trust for Son
New York reports George Westinghouse the inventor died here leaving an estate valued around 36 million dollars. Business associates say most of the fortune will go to his son George Westinghouse Jr with ample provision for Mrs Westinghouse and for Charles A Terry vice president of Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing.
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New York
George Westinghouse
George Westinghouse, Jr
Mra. Westinghouse
Charles A. Terry
Westinghouse Wredting &, Manufacturing Company
Trustee comments on Weatinghouse will and profits
One trustee named by Mr Weatinghouse to manage his large business interests said the inventor never sought wealth. He noted Weatinghouse earned less profit from inventions than his business associates and employees.
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Weatinghouse
Watinghouse
Use of Potash and Phosphorus in Clover on Soils
Guidance on soil fertility for exhausted sandy lands emphasizes potassium and organic matter for clover and legume growth. It notes when to apply potash, benefits for truck crops like potatoes, and the role of manure and organic matter in making nutrients available.
Quince Is Much Neglected Yet Promising Fruit
The quince has declined in cultivation over the last century with varied varieties and limited study of culture. Orchard neglect and poor marketing hinder its market reception. If breeders improve texture and flavor to resemble apples while reducing astringency, quince could become a top dessert fruit.
Egg Exports Rise Sharply Amid Domestic Crop Estimates
Our Egg Exports reports 121000000 dozen eggs exported abroad in twelve months. The egg crop is said to rival the corn crop, pending accurate returns on consumption in farmers homes. Exports have grown quickly, with values cited as $333,297 in 190% and $4,391,553 in 1913.
Hog Cholera Effects in Winter and Spring
Hog cholera is a disease hindered by frost but not halted once begun. Cold slows spread, but spring sees a return of rapid increase. The text notes winter suppresses activity while spring brings renewed cases and rising mortality.
Simple Way to Test Seed Germination by Cloth Roll
Walter Re T Hut z describes a practical method to test corn seed viability using a heavy cloth strip, an old blanket, and a tin fry pan. Seeds are laid four inches apart along the strip, rolled into a cloth bundle, soaked in warm water for hours, kept moist, then germination is checked by unrolling and counting. This creates a per-lot vitality record for seed ears.
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Walter RE. T.hutz
Beekeeping a Profitable Farm Task for All
Bees offer high profit with minimal feed costs and simple housing. They require little attention, multiply quickly, and can be run by farm children or women alongside poultry or fruit growing. Apiculture boosts fruit yield and provides steady cash income.
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Wesley Forster
Colorado
Sae
United States
Farm implement is handy double smoothing harrow
The Western Farmer praises the double smoothing harrow as a highly useful tool for cultivating corn, beans, and potatoes just before emergence. It describes a 3 by 3 inch oak frame, diamond-shaped teeth slanted 45 degrees, and advises paletting and keeping dry to extend life.
Educated Farmer Earns Higher Income and Early-Riser Success
A department of agriculture report states educated farmers with high school training earn nearly twice the income of those with only a common school education. It adds that educated farmers tend to be the most successful and reap larger profits when starting early. The article also notes rapid sheep growth is key, focusing on summer grain feeding to ensure fine condition for winter.
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Department of Agriculture
Pameyat Dairy Venture Sparks Confusion and Costs
A fragmented OCR snippet hints at a dairy business venture involving a person or entity named Pameyat and a costly toupee. Details are unclear, with garbled phrases suggesting payments and potential relocation or service in the dairy field.
Good Plain Plum Pudding From a Boiling Method Card
A boiled plum pudding recipe using suet, flour, currants, raisins, bread crumbs, eggs, cinnamon, salt and water. The mix is wrapped in a flour-dusted white cloth, tied with cotton string, boiled for 21 1/2 hours, and served with sauce. A wooden rack supports the pudding during boiling.
Paper Towels And Napkins For Household Use
Many households with large families face towel and linen shortages before laundry. Paper towels in bathrooms for children and nursery use reduce wear on linen. A roll in the kitchen substitutes a roller towel and a paper napkin adds a neat look at the table tray.
Slight Flavor Changes for Simple Dishes
Use sea soning to boost flavor in everyday dishes. Try nutmeg in spinach, coriander with beets, grated cheese on creamed cauliflower, and a few cloves in vegetable soup. Curry powder can lift chicken sauce. add a pinch with Brussels sprouts and pimentos to enhance salads soups and sandwiches.
Cleaning Old Silver With Chalk Ammonia Cream
A home method describes mixing two generous teaspoons of precipitated chalk with enough ammonia to form a thick cream. Apply to silver, rewet as needed, and brush crevices with a toothbrush before wiping and finishing with a chamois. The result is a smooth white gloss.
Buttered Noodles with Browned Breadcrumbs Method
A simple noodle dish instructions cooker style. Boil noodles in roiling water for ten minutes then drain. Melt butter and brown breadcrumbs in a stewpan. Toss breadcrumbs onto cooked noodles. Add clarified butter if needed and serve hot.
Codfish Surprise with Creamed Cod and Potato
A recipe describes beating a cup of creamed codfish with hot mashed potatoes and stiff egg white, then baking the mixture in buttered dishes until brown. It suggests serving with cucumber salad and French dressing or fried tomatoes, noting vegetables enhance the meal.
Orled Beef on Toast Quick Vintage Recipe
One dozen thinly sliced dried beef pieces are placed in a frying pan with a generous piece of butter and a splash of water. Boil one minute, stir in rich milk with flour dissolved, and cook thoroughly. Pour over hot toast slices and serve.
Book cover protects cookbooks with paraffin paper
A Home Journal note describes paraffin paper on cookbook covers to preserve and protect them. The article mentions neat styling on the back and a tidy look, noting the protection extends to the spine and tongue area.
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Home Journal
Tongar
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Knickerbocker
Oriental
Yuan Shih-kal
CRASS
Big Firlt Company
Brandad
Atlantic
Punta Arenas
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New Orleans
United Fruit Company
Highland
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