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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1916
Page
7
Recurring theme from Mr Hughes argues against government operation of shipping. He warns that government competition with private owners would endanger foreign trade. The speaker contends government support is needed but not direct operating competition, questioning whether the government would profit or incur losses.
From Mr Hughes acceptance speech, the text condemns U S interference in Mexico as blundering and counterproductive. It argues the administration failed to aid Mexico, provoked resentment, and left soldiers’ blood on Mexican soil, describing a confession of missteps and humiliation.
The piece critiques President Wilson's 1912 Baltimore platform pledges on economy and tax relief, accusing him and the party of wasteful spending and wholesale repudiation of 1918 pledges. It notes the Indiana-Louisiana paper framing and questions current support for Wilson midway through his campaign.
From Mr. Hughes' speech of acceptance the speaker urges adequate national defense on both coasts. He calls for a larger regular army, a Federal trained first citizen reserve, and stronger police and emergency service, arguing a 100 million population requires greater military and civic protection.
Paula Featherston, impulsive wife of Dick Featherston, seeks passage from a stalled marriage. Denis Brown, a social climber, lures Paula to elope to seashore cottages as she confronts a past of letters and failed happiness.
Orange County farmer recommends caponizing cockerels at six to ten weeks to produce market ready capons from eight to twelve pounds. He notes heavy breeds like Brahma and Plymouth Rock suit fattening for winter sale, with a high price window from late December to April.
The oat crop is being harvested and feeding options for chickens are discussed. If plentiful, oats can be fed with straw and allowed to thrash out, or fed after threshing. Soaking oats overnight reduces husk irritation to the crops of fowls.
The text argues to keep the good rooster rather than cull him, noting his value for breeding. It advises separating the rooster from hens after the breeding season since infertile eggs remain fresh longer than fertile ones.
Advice urges removing lice from hens to improve egg production. Emphasizes that hens stop laying well when troubled by vermin and recommends cleaning the house to restore laying performance.
A Hoard's Dairyman correspondent emphasizes summer fly protection for cows and calves. Keep cows in cool dark barns or shelters during heat. on pasture at dusk. Calves need separate housing and clean feeding troughs. feed inside enclosed space to prevent older cattle from crowding them. Maintain scrupulously clean troughs and fresh grain at each feeding.
A New York dairyman argues farmers should crush the present tendency to sell milk cheaply. He says turning milk into superior butter yields higher profits, with steady demand and prices. Proper equipment like separators and refrigerators pays for itself quickly and boosts farm income. Each cow becomes a soil asset, and butter priced 32 to 35 cents per pound year round offers solid returns even after overhead.
In guidance for dairy cows with unusual cravings the dairy advises lime supplementation. Feed whole oats and wheat, allow free access to slaked lime, and mix precipitated phosphate if needed. Start with a teaspoonful twice daily and adjust as necessary.
Estherville resident Robt. West reports severe back pain with knife like stabs that hindered movement. After using Doan's Kidney Pills as recommended by a neighbor the pain eased and his back improved with continued use. Price 60c at all dealers. Doan's Kidney Pills are from Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo N Y.
A historical statement argues that granting women the vote is inevitable despite opposition. The speaker asserts women voters strengthen public life and that the movement’s course cannot be defeated, predicting momentum after Hughes’ remarks.
For sale notice inviting buyers to contact E. D. Converse at 1005 North Sixth Street to purchase a home. Listing notes affordable price of 38 cents, reflecting a historical ad style.
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