Summer Shelter for Hogs on Pasture
Advice on providing shade and shelter for hogs on pasture during hot weather. Recommends using natural shade from trees or portable structures, elevating pens to improve airflow, and arranging shielding to protect against cold rains in shoulder seasons. Includes a Farm and Home example and tips for late fall protection.
CARE OF MARE AND FOAL
Wise advice on rearing a colt from Mr. W. L. Houser emphasizes close mare monitoring at foaling. Disinfect the navel, prevent navel disease, feed liberally, and wean at about four months with grain. use skim milk if needed to keep the colt thriving toward a year old when it reaches 850 to 1000 pounds.
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W. L. Houser
Wisconsin
Russian model boys' frock pattern with sailor sleeves
Pattern No. 5677 offers a white pique Russian style blouse for boys with a broad collar and invisible left side closure. Features include sailor sleeves, pearl button straps, and a high neck band. uses serge linen duck or mercerized fabrics. For a five year old, three yards of 36 inch material are needed.
Sheep and Horse Notes for Farm Profit and Care
The article advises against breeding crossbreed horses and emphasizes stallions and mares not to be mated for breeding. It recommends a flock of 50 sheep as a workable size for general farming and identifies the draft mare as the most profitable for farmers. It notes hoof trimming, warns against tar marks, and suggests using Venetian red and linseed oil to mark sheep.
Double pig litters offer higher profits for farmers
The article argues farmers should raise two litters of pigs to maximize returns on stock, buildings, and appliances. It notes cost often only slightly higher for labor and that many lack winter equipment and protein feed, yet solving this on more farms could increase profits.
Pleated Dress Pattern for Children Sizes Two to Six
Pattern No. 5804 presents a pleated dress for boys or girls with bishop sleeves and a standing neck band. A patent leather belt completes the waistline. Materials listed include serge flannel pique gingham and galatea with 3% yards of 36 inch fabric for a four year size.
Risley Addresses Hotel Workers on Tips Debate
Detroit's John C. Risley at the New York convention of the International Society of Hotel and Restaurant Employes criticizes tipping as a misconception held by the public. He compares ignorance in tipping to a chaotic political meeting where a speaker shouts for order while a young man calls for beer.
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John C. Risley
Detroit
New York
International Society of Hotel and Restaurant Employes
Cure for Severe Eczema by Cuticura Remedies
A Chicago woman reports three months of use of Cuticura Soap Ointment and Pills cured her severe eczema after three years of illness. She thanks the remedies and endorses them for others with the same condition. The notice is dated October 2 1905 and signed by Mrs Florence E Atwood with witness L S Berger.
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Chicago
Florence E. Atwood
Crilly Place
Chicago, Ill
L. S. Berger
Deaths from X Rays Shadow Rochester Surgeon Weigel
The Christian Advocate reports the death of Dr. Weigel of Rochester from a disease tied to constant X rays, the fourth casualty from this cause. After multiple operations since 1904, his life ended amid mystery as to the illness’s exact nature. Weigel led the Rochester Academy of Medicine and the American Orthopaedic Society.
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Weigel
Rochester
Chistian
Thomas Edison
Boston
San Francisco
Fleischman
Rochester Academy of Medicine
American Orthopaedic Society
Maiden Angler Baits Her Own Hook On Detroit Waters
A Detroit Free Press brief notes a fair maiden who personally baits her hook and fishes, known for clever tricks and bowing to her preferences as she angling, turning compliments into a quiet local charm.
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Detroit Free Press
To Revive the Warming Pan and Warm Bed Benefit
The article notes Pregowski's suggestion that a warmed bed may be a valuable sleep producing agent and could revive interest in the old warming pan. It contrasts this with the Coal Miner’s condition, stating miners are not hard pressed, have healthy employment, fair pay, and shorter hours than many workers.
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Pregowski
Yorkshire Post
Tracks of the 90 horsepower racer in the youth’s reply
The father speaks of leaving footprints on the sands of time and the son retorts that he will leave tracks instead. He asserts his identity as a worker and racer, framing ambition in terms of speed and achievement rather than footmarks.
Cleveland Society Woman Hosts Hen and Chickens Party
A Cleveland society woman entertained nine children of her six year old son with ices molded as a hen and ten chicks. Each child chose a chicken portion at serving, and the son of a prominent politician asked for the mamma hen, politely indicating his choice.
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Cleveland
Bertie
Bad Dreams Caused by Coffee Poisoning Reversed by Postum
A man describes coffee as a monster that ruined his sleep and health with bad dreams headaches and indigestion. After switching to Postum his symptoms vanished he sleeps well writes clearly and resumes normal work. A ten day trial of Postum is recommended with the slogan There’s a Reason and a prompt to read The Road to Wellville.
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Postum
Wellville
Seven Chickens Die In Storm Misfortune
A suburban mother returns to find six of her eight chicks drowned after a thunderstorm. Her eight year old son confesses the loss with a hopeful quip that the birds died happy, recalling a tale from Harper's Weekly.
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Harper’s Weekly
Scotsman rides Niagara gorge car mutters at hawkers
A Scottish traveler on the Niagara gorge streetcar criticized the New York riverfront vendors of view postcards and Teddy bears. He stepped from the car, glared at the shouting sellers and the Whirlpool rapids, and asked what the use of a great river is if you cannot drown such nuisances.
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New York
Niagara River
Arbitrate by Shingle Sparks Household Row
A boy asks to arbitrate a family dispute as a mother uses a swung shingle to settle matters. The scene unfolds with dust rising from a pair of pantaloons, highlighting a humorous domestic moment.
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Board of Arbitration
Important to Mothers Examine Castoria Bottles for Safety
Important to Mothers. Examine carefully every bottle of CASTORIA, 8, safe and cure remedy for infants and children, and see that it.
It Cures While You Walk Allen's Foot-Ease Ad
It Cures While You Walk. Allen's Foot-Ease is a remedy for hot sweating callous and swollen feet. Sold by all Druggists price 25c. Do not accept substitutes. Trial package to 7 Address Allen 8 Olmsted Te Roy NY.
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Allen
Olmsted Te
Thrift Drive Attracts Ten Million UK Postal Savings Accounts
Ten million people opened accounts with the Post Office Savings Bank of England as thrift campaigns gain momentum. A saying notes a girl as good as pie does not always take the cake, indicating caution in generosity.
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Post Office Savings Bank of England
New Homes in the West Pamphlet Offer
Send for a free pamphlet with a synopsis of U S homestead laws and info on securing a quarter section of farming or grazing land free along the Chicago North Western Railway lines in South Dakota Wyoming and other states Special excursion rates to homeseekers Full information on request to W B Kniskern Passenger Traffic Manager C N W Ry Chicago
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United States
Chicago & North-Western Ry
South Dakota
Wyoming
W. B. Kniskern
Chicago
New York Builders Invest Half a Million Daily
Builders in New York City invest about $500,000 each day in land and housing for apartment dwellers, signaling rapid urban expansion and development activity in the metropolis.
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New York
New York City
No Headache In the Morning Capsule Advertisement
Druggists offer Krause's Headache Capsules for indulgence in food or drink at 25 cents. Norman Lichty Mfg. Co., Des Moines Iowa. Quote by Geikie on character and choices.
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Krause
Norman Lichty Mfg. Co
Des Moines
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Advertisement Teething Aid
A vintage ad touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for children teething easing gum irritation and wind colic. It claims quick relief and a 25 cent bottle price, pairing with a boast about simple wealth dreams.
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