Live Stock And Quality
A Philadelphia Record gist urges farmers test all stock and feed to raise profits. It notes ewes should yield twins with good nourishment, mares can be serviceable yet poor breeders, sows may have large litters but poor nursing, and males’ offspring quality matters. Public tests prove capacity hinges on proper conditions. The Galloway breed, Hardy Galloway, thrives in cold climates with heavy hair for weather protection, excels as beef and is shown by Worthy 3d at St Louis with prize wins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Record
Good feeding and breeding key to strong sheep
The article argues that proper feeding boosts growth, with bran oats and clover among recommended foods. It notes costs are offset by returns and stresses that good feeding must accompany good breeding for profits to double, citing American Sheep Breeder.
Vacation Anthem of a Frugal Traveler in Paradise
A layabout poem celebrates ditching pills and patent lotions for vacation. The speaker seeks a cool quiet corner lot far from the city, with fishing, hammocks, bundles, and congenial company. All savings are spent adhering to Hoyle rules while escaping worry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tesl
Hoyle
General Kuroki Scatters Yen Across the Nation
General Kuroki, famed Japanese warrior, wanders the country tossing yen to bellhops and waiters, earning a reputation as a welcome presence in hotels. The government funds his trips, yet war efforts against Russia would keep him at the front with a liberal hand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kuroki
Russia
Fortune Teller Promises Pursuit by Blond Lady
A brief quip about reliance on a fortune teller. The exchange notes that the speaker’s fortune included a pursuit by a blond lady, described as better than a large monetary fortune.
The Vandal Deserved Mercy Denied and Justice Satisfied
A terse verse questions punishment for a vandal who marks curbstones pensively and defaces hedges. It condemns the offender for defacing public faces and beauty, arguing mercy be denied and the guilty face stern justice.
Does Your Head Ache Headache Medicine Promises Quick Cure
A periodical ad extols headache as mankind’s common ailment and urges prompt treatment. It promotes REN-GAW as harmless and effective, claiming quick relief from any headache in minutes and no side effects. Available in 10¢ and 25¢ sizes at drug stores or by direct order.
Chautauqua Campers Ask Tent Orders By July 24
Camp grounds committee chair Isaac McKenry and secretary request all campers to notify the committee of tent types desired. Those returning tents should inform the committee to aid tent orders. Information must reach the Grounds Committee by July 24. Also an advertisement offers Dr Shoop Catarrh Remedy trial size and sale details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaacc McKenry
Isaac. McKenry
Frank Stewart
W. A. Row
Proper time and feed for weaning pigs in corn belt
The article states pigs should be weaned at six to ten weeks, with eight weeks common. After weaning, feed should be a soft mush of wheat middlings oats and skimmed milk. Dwarf Essex rape is recommended as the best pig pasture, sown early in spring and ready when pigs need pasture. Seed can be planted on plowed ground and harrowed in like oats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corn Belt
S. BE. Wallace
Journal of Agriculture
Penny at the Corner Paper Run
A brief anecdote shows a boy asked to fetch a newspaper for a man who, after paying a penny, quizzes him on how to handle the change. The exchange ends with the boy obeying the instruction to hurry.
PERT PARAGRAPHS OFTEN WRY WISDOM ON LIFE AND NUDGES
A collection of quips on health aging laziness reputation nerve patience and honesty. The pithy lines warn about vanity deceit and missteps while noting human foibles across generations and actions.
Home Hints to Remove Ink Spots from Carpet
A homemaking column snippet shows a reader asking for ink stain removal and the assistant directs to page 41 for guidance on removing ink spots from carpet. The brief demonstrates a Q and A style feature in a domestic advice section.
Brandy as Remedy for Colic Sparks Debate
Mrs A argues brandy prevents repeated colic in her husband saying before storing it he rarely had colic while after keeping brandy he had colic daily. Mrs B questions the claim, and Mrs A insists she knows a great deal about the remedy.
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Obes. H
Citizens National Bank
Washington, Iowa
Shaw, Jenkins & Co
Wm. H. Jenkins & Go
Washington
State Bank of Iowa
Viret National Bank
First National Bank
Dr. D. Arthaud
Osteopath
Kirksville
Dr. W. M. Terry
West Washington Stree
Iowa
Ray H. Deaneye
Cook & Sherman
Tashington, Iowa
Howard J. Ross
Roscoe's Store
North Side Square
Mice
Sutherland Bros
Mason’sity
Etherland Bros
Brown
Casey Bros
D. F. Macon
P. R.R
al Pass
Sun
Mail and Express
Westward
California
Geils Mail and Payee
Washington Branch
Putn
Gc. B
St. P
Southwest Limited
Chicago
Moise
Milwaukee
East Bound Pass
Gentral Ry
Brighton
St. Paul
Minneapolis
St. Louis
Kans City
Peoriaz
All
Points Beyond
Traiis
Ason City Mail
Cities Limited
al Breight
Aery
the Express
Peoria Limited
al Freight
Coutts
G. Prt
Minneapolis, Minn
Jowes
Pullman
Risgens
Frank Rogers
Clifford Thorne
Court House
J. J. Kellogg
Attorney-At-Law
South Side Square
W. MH. Butterfield
Ocrail's
Eicher,& Livingston
LAW
Abstract Department
Charles A. Dewey
An. Seurity
Notary Public
Office
W. A. White
Aarmers & Merchants State Bank
Northeast Corner Square
J. Wilson Co
Wilson Wilson
Wilson Lawyers
Grion Over Tenge County Savings Bank
W. M. Keeley
P. J. Manley
Ittersey
J. B. Oralil
BANKS
Citizens Savings Bank
Washington County
Farmers & Merchants State Bank
Aman Ommaumaen
Hi. McLaughlin
Ae A. White
E. G. Wilson
D. G. Knottnerus
Casey's
Hotel Colense
Eg.rupp
Zachary Taylor
United States
Orange County
Kentucky
United States Army
Taylor
Congress
Buena Vista
Galloway
Galloway Bull
What He
Wanted
J. H. Wagner Company
Fort Madison, Iowa
Dr. Shoop
Kingdom of Heaven
A. A. Wall
W. Main
J. W. Brock
Marne
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