Hints for the Sheep Breeder from American Agriculturist
Practical guidance on sustaining a winter flock, feeding routines, shelter, lambing care, and selection of breeding stock. Emphasizes keeping ewes healthy, routine shearing, clean barns, and avoiding crossbreeding. Also discusses foot rot treatment and breed notes on Leicesters.
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New York
American Agriculturist
Oil meal as a horse tonic and ration addition
The pamphlet notes that oil meal acts as a tonic for horses and is best used in small amounts. While some fattening regimens use up to one and a half to two pounds, ordinary feeding should employ only a handful with other grain. It is inexpensive, mildly laxative, and improves coat quality.
Smell of Fresh Earth Signals Fatal Porch Mystery
On a porch after dinner, a man warns about and then fears a nearby crime. A shot shatters the moment revealing a prank by Ed Glascock as Wag the rat terrier digs under the porch and the party realizes the danger was all a ruse.
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Tom
Tom Glascock
Tom Bak
Maitland
Lex
Ed Glascock
Martha
Wag
Golden plum said to suit widest climate range
One of the Burbank Plumes, the Golden plum, is described as adapted to the widest geographical range. Pomologist William A. Taylor notes its suitability for diverse climates, reflecting its long introduction and established foothold.
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Burbank
Luther Burbank
William A. Taylor
Poverty as a Disease and a Call to Action
An editorial urges that poverty stems from laziness and misfortune, argues poverty is abnormal, and credits self reliance and persistent effort with overcoming it. It praises courage, discipline, and energy while warning against settling for deprivation and reconciling with hardship.
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Alexander
Napoleon
Ife
Realistic Hebrew Poetry Expresses Deep Suffering
J H Gardiner in Atlantic argues Hebrew poetry is relentlessly earnest not play acting. Old Testament verses convey real distress joy faith from actual people, unlike Shakespearean drama which distances readers from real affairs. Job exemplifies raw mental torment and the unyielding divine response.
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Job
J. H. Gardiner
Atlantic
Baronial Belief in Basilisk and Dragon Lore
The text notes ancient writers' credulity toward mythical reptiles. Brunetto cites the basilisk as king of serpents with venom so potent all asp-adjacent foes perish. He describes the dragon as the largest serpent inhabiting India and Ethiopia with fiery breath and a deadly tail capable of strangling elephants.
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Brunetto
India
Ethiopia
Lifting magnets in shop and mill use explained
A New York Herald piece explains electric lifting magnets. An electro magnet with many coil turns lifts metal by a crane over the load, saving labor. The operator controls current to hold and release the metal without extra helpers, speeding operations.
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New York Herald
The Blouse Origin From Pelusium To Modern Wardrobe
This note traces the blouse origin from Pelusium in lower Egypt through Crusader trade and French production. The garment’s name derives from Pelouse or blouse, with English smocks similarly linked. It ends noting affection for the blouse despite detractors and its non aristocratic lineage.
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Pelusium
Egypt
Persium
Port Said
France
Walter Scott’s Jedburgh court adventures and odd fees
After being called to the bar Scott first appeared in a Jedburgh assizes criminal case in 1793 defending a veteran poacher. He whispered a compliment as the verdict came and later recalled a housebreaker’s quirky advice about dogs and rusty keys at a judges’ dinner with a joking rhyme.
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Sir Walter Scott
Jedburgh Assizes
Scott
Jedburgh
Politeness Praised as the Greatest World Value
The Atchison Globe notes that politeness stands above all, requiring no schooling to be agreeable. It urges simple decorum, consideration for others, and quiet, modest behavior as the measure of character.
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Atchison Globe
Partnership Dissolved, Call for Settlements and Bills
Having dissolved partnership, all indebted persons to the firm are asked to call and settle promptly. If there are any bills against us, please present them as soon as possible. 76-46
How to Cure Chilblains and Skin Ailments
John Kemp of Eas Otsfield Maine recommends Buckleps Arnica Salve to treat chilblains salt rheum fever sores ulcers piles burns and frost bites. Ad claims guaranteed cures and lists a 25 cent price from Stewart's Pharmacy.
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Eas Otsfield
Stewart’s Pharmacy
Evening at Hamilton Paul home ends with return to Keota
After a day or two at the Hamilton Paul residence in the city KK A Paul departed back to Keota, completing the brief visit.
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Keota i
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