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Newspaper
Washburn Times
Location
Washburn, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1913
Page
6
A farmer advises on caring for dairy ewes during lambing to avoid udder congestion and cake. Tips include milking to balance pressure, teaching lambs to nurse both sides, reducing feed pre lambing, hot water udder treatment, rubbing with warm lard, and maintaining warm dry bedding to protect milk production.
Sheep are dainty feeders and will not eat hay mussed by other stock or grain from a ratty crib. They require a well ventilated shed high and dry and freedom to roam in dry weather. Isolate unthrifty ewes and provide extra feed. ensure oats wheat bran linseed meal and clover hay. Dip after shearing and again in three weeks to kill ticks.
Veterinary article explains grease heel or eczema in horses, caused by damp conditions and rough mud. Prompt care prevents chronic thickening of the fetlock skin. clipping and bland ointment suit mild cases, while seizing guidance from a local veterinarian is advised.
The notice warns that a decaying stack adjacent to barn buildings will decay in the field unless hauled away. It advises farmers to remove and convert the material into humus rather than letting it linger as a nuisance.
Early plowing aids seedling exposure to frost and soil disruption. It gives seeds time to sprout and be destroyed by frost or by disk and harrow action.
The article promotes sweet peppers as highly edible vegetables, noting seeds cause heat and should be removed before cooking. It describes varieties including Neapolitan, Ruby King, Bull Nose, Sweet Bell, and Chinese Giant, with growing tips for soil, moisture, warmth, and transplanting stages, credited to L. M. Bennington.
Japanese residents in the United States donate 1200 cherry trees to New York City as thanks for hospitality. The Imperial Agricultural Department in Tokyo oversees care of the trees.
The world's record average price for Percheron horses was broken at a sale of fifty four head bringing a total of 34093 dollars.
Italy allocates more than 11,000,000 acres to wine grape cultivation, highlighting the scale of viticulture in the country. This vast land use underlines Italy’s prominent role in wine production and agricultural emphasis on grape crops.
Hog cholera is estimated to cost Illinois farmers more than 2 million dollars each year in lost livestock and reduced productivity affecting the state’s agricultural sector and rural communities.
A report describes proposed seating in the National Capital Representatives Hall as a Roman circus. The 435 members would sit in a ring to improve view and order, with the speaker refereeing. It recalls past floor brawls and how rules and a ring might curb violence.
The Vernon avenue residence of former Speaker Joseph Cannon was auctioned, ending his ties to the capital. Relics and furnishings sold to dealers and collectors, including a carved oak poker table for 16 dollars and a piano for 65. Notables such as Mrs. McCormick, Mrs. Pomerene, Miss Wilson, and several congressmen attended or bid on keepsakes tied to Cannon’s career.
War department report notes rapid aviation advances since 1908 with foreign pioneers, especially Frenchmen. Records show speeds near 109 mph by Verdines, 13 hours 17 minutes duration by Fourney, and multi passenger flights. heights exceed 2,000 feet with six carried at once.
Thomas R Marshall the vice president and Thomas R Marshall of Loseham are each misaddressed in Washington mail. Post office staff and an express company create confusion leading to unintended deliveries including a rye whisky gift and a dress marked value 150 dollars. The situation prompts official clarification.
A physiology exam at an eastern university prompts a student to explain capillary circulation. The student blurts that blood goes down one leg and up the other, revealing a humorous misunderstanding of anatomy.
A new Illawarra breed of dairy cattle developed in New South Wales results from crossing Shorthorns Longhorns Devons and Ayrshires. It has become a favorite for dairying in the Illawarra district though hardly known in America.
A house gown becomes a practical spring suit by adding a belted silk jacket. A blue crepe de chine frock trimmed with satin is transformed with a blue watered silk jacket and crepe de chine reverses. The economy is boosted by halving a plain skirt to pair with a white shirtwaist. The short dressy coat remains the standout item for the season.
A new blue crepon trim dress features white marine and lace collar for a refined look. The outfit highlights delicate trim and vintage styling suitable for formal wear.
The article notes poke bonnets, revived by clever milliners, offer a rounded brim shade and back flap. A chin band of velvet or satin ribbon with flowers behind the ear complements the hat and matching mantles. Women are advised to coordinate hat and wrap when trimming at home.
The article observes a picturesque note in tailoring with coats softened by frilled jabots of net and lace, reflecting Directoire style in collars and revers. It notes fullness in coats and basques finished with curved stitched strappings, and fabrics are more decorative than traditional smooth cloths and serges.
The piece outlines a practical accordion plait method for hat edging. It notes adjustable, edge-clinging design, easy rolling for carrying, and suitability of net or chiffon fabrics with soft chiffon preferred. Directions cover plait direction, selvage use, hems, a 3 eighths inch plait, material estimates, and edge finishing before plaiting.
New jewelry pieces include purse bracelets with a tiny circular powder puff box purse and a spring operated lid. The purse holds nickels and dimes and is attached to a self closing bracelet that is nearly invisible on the wrist.
The description explains a sash used as a panel in a garment. It notes a heading at the high waistline and folds that hang straight to the skirt bottom, concealing the back line created by front draperies and fullness.
Pentwater Michigan resident Mrs Alice Darling credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with regained strength after a severe displacement and chronic pain. In Peoria Illinois Miss Clara Gawwitz reports relief from backache headaches and a heavy side sensation after a week of use. Such letters claim the remedy benefits women's illnesses and urge others to try it.
A clergy man recalls J. Pierpont Morgan’s dislike of religious dissension and tells a story about Calhoun Clay. The old colored man explains that denominations matter little. travelers are judged by the quality of their wheat and the straightness of the road to Nola Chucky.
An observant juror argues that superstition shapes damages, noting jurors may award more to plaintiffs in cases involving bad luck such as ladders. He suggests juror prejudice, not merit, drives awards and uses the brick load example to illustrate bias.
The Pall Mall Gazette notes two Dickens associated buildings in Birmingham have been demolished and Mr Winkles house is being pulled down. Mr Pickwick learns Winkle lived nearby as a canal wharfinger and discovers an old red brick house bearing the name Mr Winkle.
The customer asks about fresh eggs priced at 35 cents and extra fresh eggs at 40 cents. The grocer explains the extra fresh eggs are laid in the early morning when the hens themselves are fresh.
A Chicago man credits Grape-Nuts with restoring digestion and appetite after years of dyspepsia. He says after four packages his stomach is better, he tolerates any food, and feels stronger. The ad notes Grape-Nuts builds body, brain, and nerves and cites Postum Co. as the maker.
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