Michigan Education System Highlighted in 48 States Study
A Russell Sage Foundation comparison ranks Michigan education above average, praising public schools and citing a rich history of state support. It notes a $5 million primary fund income, 578,000 students, $16 million annual expenditures, rising enrollments, uplift in eighth grade diplomas, teacher growth, and vast schoolproperty value. It details University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, State Agricultural College at East Lansing, Western State Normal at Kalamazoo, Michigan College of Mines at Houghton, and Normal colleges at Ypsilanti and Mount Pleasant with program scopes and capacities.
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Michigan
Russell Sage Foundation
Emeritus Angell
University of Michigan
Michigan Rural
The
State University
Ann Arbor
Washtenaw County
Department of Law
School of Pharmacy
Homeopathic Medical College
College of Dental Surgery
State Agricultural College
East Lansing
Lansing
Ingham County
State Board of Agriculture
Michigan College of Mines
Houghton
College of Mines
State Normal College
Ypsilanti
State Board of Education
Central Michigan Normal School
Mount Pleasant
Isabella County
Harold Skimpole debated as Leigh Hunt portrait in Bleak House
A rediscovered unpublished letter to Charlee Dickens by C. K. S. reprints in Sphere columns. It appears to rebut Hunt’s plea that Skimpole imitates him, with Dickens claiming not to alter the book yet expressing regret over the caricature and promising never to repeat it.
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Harold Skimpole
Leigh Hunt
Charlee Dickens
Sphere
Skimpole
Dickens
Gad's Hill
Not a Movie Maniac in Kansas City Story
Jay Green earns remark from Pip Maudlin of Skeedee about not liking long day at a moving pictures show. The Kansas City reference notes they watched a marathon starting at seven in the morning and lasting until seven at night, with Green yawning after a few hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jay Green
Pip Maudlin
Skeedee
Kansas City
Kansas City Star
Bathers Warned Over Water Splash Notice
A barber shop in a Carbon County Colorado town displayed a saloon style sign warning patrons that ten cents extra will be charged if water is splashed over the partition and urging moderation to avoid charges.
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Carbon County
Colo
Stonehenge, past and present under a vast military plain
The narrator encounters Stonehenge on a plain flat as a battlefield. A vast camp of a quarter of a million soldiers rises nearby with tents and a line of horsemen. He reflects that religion and war dominate life and that Stonehenge remains a timeless relic amid progress and machines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stonehenge
Britain
Skylarks
Scribner’s Magazine
Praise Over Punishment Wins Rail Road Moral
A Pennsylvania railroad superintendent found praising good work on a public bulletin board reduced delinquencies by two thirds. The scheme cut losses from suspensions by more than 70 percent, benefiting both the men and the company.
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Pennsylvania Railroad
Medical Quacks Among the Wounded in London
Wounded soldiers returning to London expose widespread exploitation of electrical devices claimed to treat diseases. Many devices are valueless or sold fraudulently. The Electrical Review calls for action, asserting efforts to fatten on truth and ignorance while urging authorities to police the practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
The
Electrical Review of London
Climatic Extremes in Washington and Eastern States
Prof. Edwin J. Saunders notes in a University of Washington lecture that Puget Sound has seen only 16 days above 90 F in 19 years and three days below zero, while eastern Washington often hits 114 F and dips to 10–20 F below zero at North Yakima, Kennewick, and Pasco.
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Washington
Puget Sound
Edwin J. Saunders
University of Washington
Sound
North Yakima
Kennewick
Pasco
Beets Yield Vegetable Cement From Beet Scum Discovery
A French firm reportedly makes high quality cement from beet scum produced during beet peeling. The waste byproduct, previously discarded, is now cited as a promising new material in science advances.
Practicable Suggestion for Aerial Fire Patrols
Chief Forester Cox of Minnesota advocates using aeroplanes for ranger fire patrols. Wisconsin already has one trained man with aircraft. The concept appears startlingly practicable and gains traction as a modern approach to forest fire detection.
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Forester Cox
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Springfield Republican
Home Remedies for Sunburn Infant Skin Care
For a sunburned baby, bathe the inflamed skin with a solution of one teaspoonful bichloride of soda to a pint of water. Cold cream helps relieve the burning sensation and provides moisture to the irritated area.
Efficient Trap Nest in Poultry Breeding
A detailed guide from the USDA explains trap nests to confine layers after entry, aiding egg production and exhibitable stock. It covers construction, placement under the dropping board or on walls, operation with a trigger door, and per-flock nurse recommendations, plus maintenance and timing for optimal use.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Connecticut State Experiment Station
Woven Wire Fence Best for Sheep Fences
The article explains how to fence for sheep using woven wire from 30 to 42 inches high with five to nine horizontal wires and sixteen to twenty stays per rod. A 30 inch fence should have at least one barbed wire on top, with one or two more to keep horses and cattle out, and posts every 14 to 16 feet.
Begin Preparations for Fair Show
Begin preparations for county or state fair exhibits by inspecting vegetables flowers and fruits. Emphasize readying entries for display even if no prize is guaranteed and the effort is worthwhile for experience and community involvement.
Plant pear trees in rows for better fruit yield
A guidance on pear tree spacing recommends 15 by 30 feet for initial planting to maximize fruiting surface until thinning, then alternate trees are removed to maintain 30 feet between all trees. An alternative spacing of 20 feet apart provides better air circulation and sunlight for development.
Drainage to Prevent Rheumatism in Pigs
Advice urges pig barns to install proper drainage to reduce rheumatism risk. Encourages immediate action for drainage systems in barns and feed yards to improve pig health and prevent illness.
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Michigans
Fred L. Keeler
Western State Normal School
Kalamazoo
State Normal
Marquette
Mich
Lake Superior
Pochican College OF Pines
Ules
Yrvla
BTL
Fia
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