Be on the Safe Side and Coal Supply Reminder
A humorous admonition notes that drinking to drown troubles often worsens them. It urges readers to keep a good supply of coal on hand for April and the coming season.
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1906
Page
5
A humorous admonition notes that drinking to drown troubles often worsens them. It urges readers to keep a good supply of coal on hand for April and the coming season.
A poultry correspondent outlines best practices for selecting breeding stock and eggs, assisting hatching only when necessary, and preparing incubator hatches. Guidance covers brooder setup, feeding, water, bedding, grit, and supplementary treats to promote healthy chick growth.
The court of pardons commuted Mrs. Antoniette Tolla's death sentence for the Bergen county murder to seven and a half years in prison by a six to two vote. She was to be hanged in Hackensack March 12 after successive reprieves and a new trial request based on newly discovered evidence about a revolver taken from Santa's clothing after the shooting.
The article lists several residents and visitors in town including Miss Myrtle Shields heading to Muscatine and Rev W G Thorne traveling to West Liberty for services. It notes passengers on trains to Ainsworth Burlington Davenport and Ottumwa and reports on illnesses and family visits.
The Minnesota supreme court declares a 200000 school bond issue valid after a curative act. The 1914 vote failed to reach two thirds, the comptroller balked, and a 1915 act altering the requirement was also rejected as special legislation. The ruling sustains the Hennepin district court. The bonds fund 100000 for grade schools and 100000 for high schools.
New York March 10. BE. H. Gary, chairman of United States Steel Corporation, stated the company is not seeking to acquire competitive plants and does not desire a monopoly. It purchases good mineral properties when offered at a reasonable price.
Dr. L Watson of American Poultry Journal advises gathering eggs frequently in cold weather to prevent chilling. Eggs must be kept at an optimal 55 to 65 degrees F, away from drafts, turned daily, and not in overly dry rooms to maintain vitality and prevent yolk adhesion. Fertile eggs may be saved for hatching four days after a male is placed in the breeding pen.
A designated shallow 5 by 4 foot dust bath filled with sand ashes sulfur and insect powder should be provided in every breeding pen and shaded in summer with a cover for winter. Neglect increases fowl fleas which feed on the hen's body and deplete egg production.
Success in poultry farming requires more than breed, location, or capital. It demands combining these elements with practical judgment and common sense to achieve real results.
In Superior on March 10 a drilling crew on city property struck a steady flow of natural gas from an eight foot pipe. Sand erupted into the air as gas escaped. a worker was saved from suffocation by being pulled away amid widespread excitement near the site of the gas strike.
Charleston March 10 The United States marshal seized 7 000 gallons of liquor at the state dispensary in Columbia after revenue office reports improper marking and branding The goods will be advertised for sale at once This is the largest single seizure since the dispensary began operating.
Paris March 10 The Ethel A Brown whose body was found in the River Seine and believed to be a United States citizen has been identified as an English woman who came from London It is supposed she committed death by her own action.
Miss Susan B. Anthony shows improvement in Rochester as she becomes stronger and takes nourishment. Friends grow more hopeful about her recovery.
General Counsel Elliott of Standard Oil indicates an agreement on testimony may be reached with Missouri authorities. Fred A. Raynolds, longtime Colorado banker leader and one of the state’s wealthiest men, has died. A British blue book lists the British empire at 11,908,378 square miles, more than a fifth of the world’s land area.
Senate adopts joint statehood bill creating Oklahoma from Oklahoma and Indian Territory. Arizona and New Mexico excluded, a separate vote option allows them to decide on joint statehood. Debates feature polygamy issues and political jests as Guthrie is named temporary capital.
In Washington on March 10 a Townsend Michigan resolution and a Gillespie Texas bill aim to cure defects in the Tillman resolution for ICC railroad investigation. Each measure授权 funds 50 000 and 100 000 dollars respectively and grant ICC powers to subpoena testify and produce documents with full immunities. The Gillespie proposal also seeks to prevent duplicated inquiries.
London reports no reply from the United States to Britain's plea for Dingley tariff privileges and no optimism for acceptance. Germany stands as the sole favored nation granting Britain an advantage under the scheme.
Really Good Things to Eat Are made with Royal Baking powder and various baked goods rise light and tender. The ad claims Royal Baking Powder saves time and labor for the pastry cook and economizes flour butter and eggs while making food more digestible and wholesome.
RK M Wilson arrived from the east this morning. Homer Stephens and Lawrence Wilson pursued ducks at Rubio. Erald Campbell returned to Des Moines after visiting friends. Mrs M Wolfe of Lincoln left for West Chester to visit friends. Mr and Mrs F Dixon traveled to Geneva to visit their daughter. Attendees at a Richland horse sale included Dr Jank Siberts and others. Several residents from Ainsworth visited the city.
A lively tussle with constipation is warned to risk appendicitis and other stomach liver and bowel trouble. Dr King s New Life Pills regulate these parts without pain or discomfort and are sold for 25c at Stewart s druggist.
Mrs N Stewart left this morning for Keota on business. Johnsons bakery lists Boston brown bread and a full line of cookies and cakes. I Keifer and wife go to Crawfordsville to visit relatives. Miss Carrie Hamilton returns from Monmouth to spend spring vacation. Mrs F G Martin returns to Lexington after visiting relatives. Miss Lora Martin arrives from Lexington to visit her sister Mary. Mrs Etta Campbell and her daughter return from a visit with friends in Alsworth.
The article touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a scientific wonder and cites a case cured by BE. R. Mitford, lecturer for the Patrons of Husbandry, Watersboro, Pa, of piles. It claims the salve heals burns, sores, boils, ulcers, wounds, chilblains, and salt rheum, priced at 26 cents at Stewarts' drug store.
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