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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1907
Page
7
In American Poultry Advocate O P Greet argues that paying high prices for exceptional stock is a smart investment. A Plymouth Rock cockerel sold for high wages, producing valuable offspring and breeding stock. the owner profited via ads shows and next year’s flock.
The Houdan, favored in France and Belgium, attracts praise and debate in the United States. Supporters call it a strong layer with high meat quality comparable to the pheasant, while critics say it is small and costly to raise. Prospects grow for larger scale Houdan production despite unusual heads.
A Western Poultry Journal writer warns that artificially heated houses damage bird health. Unnatural conditions lower vitality, increase cold exposure risk, and raise mortality in hatchings, leading to unprofitable flocks for stubborn owners.
The Feather urges giving boys a chance with poultry and, if girls show interest, encouraging them too. It notes youths could earn income from selling poultry and warns against discouraging household members by taking their labor profit.
Advice from the Brooklyn Eagle on nonfatal bites and stings including spiders tarantulas scorpions and centipedes and poisonous bites from snakes dogs cats and others. It covers hot baths fomentations saline injections cathartics fruit juices and cautions against mouth suction while detailing wound flushing and keeping bleeding open to aid venom removal.
Recent investigation shows potato seed harboring a scab producing fungus. manure-rich soils raise scab risk. Treat seed with eight ounces formalin per fifteen gallons water for two hours to kill spores, using large vats or a barrel setup, then drain and separate treated from untreated seed to avoid contamination.
A reader suggests studying vegetables and fruits for medicinal qualities to reduce doctor visits. Tomatoes aid the liver, lettuce and celery tone nerves, beans and peas provide strength, onions and radishes prevent colds, and potatoes digestibility varies with texture. For dyspepsia eat greens like turnips and celery, while chronic rheumatism sufferers should avoid fried fish.
The New York Herald describes a method to cut glass without a diamond. Soak string in alcohol, wrap along the intended line, ignite and burn away. Submerge the heated area in water, then strike outside the cut with a flat tool to produce a clean break.
To choose fish press tests firm flesh should spring back with no impression. Fresh fish have bright eyes red gills and scales that resist rubbing. For lobster pull the tail from the body. if it snaps back the lobster is fresh.
To test oven heat place white paper inside. If it blacks or burns the oven is too hot. A delicate brown means fit for pastry. Dark yellow indicates cakes may bake. Light yellow suggests sponge cakes and biscuits only.
Doughnuts dry out a few days after cooking but can be revived. Place them in a dish and warm in the oven for five to seven minutes to restore tenderness and flavor. Avoid adding moisture as it makes them soggy.
The passage compares time to a fast wireless message and a legendary jumper, moving relentlessly past all, vanishing like spent funds. It urges quick action to finish Christmas shopping, noting time’s flight and the need to act now.
The dialogue shows a couple discussing finances and living on a salary. The man, Harry, is described as economical, barely using gas while courting, highlighting themes of frugality and economic constraint in their relationship.
A nostalgic verse describes the onset of cold weather and scarcity. The speaker notes feeling forlorn as winter arrives and overcoats are in hock.
A quip asks the difference between clever and stupid as a joke about an umbrella. The line implies wit hinges on practical resourcefulness during rain.
A tense exchange unfolds as a cruel husband questions a joke’s point, prompting a sharp rebuttal about what makes a joke effective. The brief dialogue highlights a strained domestic dynamic and sharp wit.
A brief remark notes taxation and wit, arguing that sharpness spares one from tax and that folly bears the burden. The line plays on cleverness versus taxation, framing taxation as a mockery of wit.
A playful dialogue line about habits and marriage appears as a quoted exchange. The speaker jokes about occasional marriage as a habit, reflecting lighthearted social exchange.
On the first and third Tuesdays monthly the Iowa Central Railway sells round trip tickets to many western and southern points for one fare plus $2.00 with liberal stopovers. Destinations include Minnesota, North and South Dakota, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Indian Territory, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Mexico, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah, Wisconsin, Northern Michigan, Wyoming, and more. Contact agents or B. Cutts, G P T A, Minneapolis, Minn. Rising from the Grave. Wa. A. Fertwell of Lucama, North Carolina, reports curing his Bright's disease through Electric Bitters after less than three bottles. guaranteed 50c at Stewart's Pharmacy.
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