Bank Robberies Sweep the Midwestern States
A Chicago compilation reports an unusually active autumn for bank cracksmen across Missouri Illinois Indiana Kansas and nearby states. It lists dozens of robberies detailing sums stolen methods and the rising role of nitroglycerine and soap in breaking safes amidst widespread town precinct armament and police passivity.
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Chicago
Missouri
Ilinois
Indiana
Kansas
Mississippi Valley
Middle West
Bank
Willard
Sanborn
Hagerstown
Ridgeville
Ochoa
Duquoin
Ill
Bank of Creighton
Creighton
Washington,nd
Cherryvale
Kan
Bank of
Reno
Union
Jess
Chamber of Wealth
Pattern Dept Girls Dress 5332 in Mohair and Silk
Pattern 5332 presents a white mohair dress with red silk trim and buttons. Waist tucked upper, bloused midsection, optional yoke tab, pleated skirt suitable for cashmere, serge, challis, linen, chambry. Medium size uses 5.25 yards 36 inch material. sizes 8 to 12 years. sent on 10 cent receipt.
Breeding Crate for Swine Described in Farmers Bulletin
Description and illustration from Farmers Bulletin No 205 outline a breeding crate for swine. Best size 6 ft long 2 ft 4 in wide 2 1/2 ft high. Constructed of 2x4 scant lumber with rear front design and a supporting strip along the side for boar footing. Holes hold an iron rod behind hocks. bottom boards shown lengthwise with crosswise slats to prevent slipping.
Necessity as a Virtue Do You Trust You Any Longer
A dialogue from the Chicago Tribune recalls a four year period of living within income and a growing claim that trust in the speaker has eroded. The exchange frames restraint as a virtue and questions personal credibility.
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Baldwin
Chicago Tribune
Pretty work apron pattern with practical pockets
Pattern No. 5158 shows an attractive apron design ideal for sewing and embroidery work. Pockets are formed by a deep frill divided into sections held by tape, ribbon, or beading. Materials suggested include Porzee linen Holland and cross barred muslin, requiring two yards of 26 inch fabric for one size.
Noted Philanthropist Franklin Remembered For Public Prayer Role
Two late life incidents of Franklin are recalled. He introduced the constitutional convention motion to open meetings with prayer. From his deathbed he urged abolition of slavery, pleading for those in servile subjection as president of the Society for the Abolition of Slavery. Century lauds his benevolent, symmetrical life ending in a humane, celestial note.
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Franklin
Society For the Abolition of Slavery
Balanced dairy cow rations for 20 to 25 pounds milk
Missouri expert C H Eckler outlines 5 practical 24 hour rations to maintain herd health and milk production. Each plan emphasizes high roughage, with targeted grain to meet digestible energy, and notes adjustments for heavier or lighter milkers.
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C. H. Eckler
Missouri
Hen Care Tips For Winter Laying Pullets And Old Hens
The article notes winter reduces laying in old hens and that a pullet may lay about 150 eggs in the first year, 100 in the second, and 59 in the third with good care. It references poultry as a money maker alongside tree fruits and bees and mentions simple remedies and pills for ailments.
Drenching Plants Warning in Orange Judd Farmer
A note warns against overwatering plants. It claims frequent sprinkling wets only small soil portions while leaving most soil dry. Water thoroughly when the pot sounds hollow when struck, then stop.
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Orange Judd Farmer
Corn Prize Fund For Illinois Farmers
Illinois farmers each contribute 50 to a bank fund. They plant 20 acres of corn and at season’s end the harvest is measured. The pooled money will be divided into five prizes based on yield outcomes.
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Illinois
The Profitable Hen Maxim: Learn to Value the Young Hen
A short poultry guide stresses the value of young hens for profitability. It warns poultrymen that neglecting this fact leads to failure and emphasizes practical breeding and production wisdom.
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Dasnville
Tamaroa
Eldon
Jon Rodenberg
East St. Louis
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Neb
American Exchange Bank
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Indian Territory
Oklahoma
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Royal, Mr
Mineral Point
Wis
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Dumas
Willerd
Harry Stewart
St. Louis
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Cone
Capt. Kinney
Indianapolis
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