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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1908
Page
8
J Al Doble writes in National Stockman praising Duroc hogs in Western Ohio. He extols Poland China and Chester White crosses, noting large litters, good form, and strong fattening qualities. The author emphasizes crossbreeding for vigor and cash returns, citing Old Raintuck as a hog’s paradise.
The Royal Shorthorn fat stock display at the Smith field club show in London drew national interest. King shows affection for cattle breeding, winning yearling steers with a white by Royal Chieftain from an Uppermill Missie cow. The 1 year 10 months old steer weighed 1 454 pounds and earned best yearling honors.
H. G. Van Pelt emphasizes the core idea of a balanced ration, stressing the need to mix feeding stuffs to maximize production with minimal waste. He acknowledges resistance to the term yet argues it best describes achieving the greatest results from limited food.
The National Association of Wool Manufacturers puts the 1907 total U S wool clip at 298,294,750 pounds including 42,000,000 pounds pulled wool. Scoured wool production is 130,359,118 pounds valued at $78,263,105.
The Pennsylvania Dairy union backs a state dairy fair to show progress in dairying cattle and equipment. Ayrshire breeders add thirty-one members. EK Fletcher elected president and C Winslow secretary. At the Western Live Stock Show Colorado College used an Angus bullock Fu sill er VI to win the champion steer prize, with a Shorthorn Hereford cross as calf honors. Florida cattle interest rises with state farmers meeting plans and Hereford discussions. The National Wool Growers Association aims to create an eastern publicity bureau on range issues.
May 6 at Middle Divinity hall adolescents and faculty startled by a painted woman in abbreviated dress at a dorm door. Investigation shows J J Benziers, leader of the Blackfriars daily chorus, in disguise after his suitcase was exchanged. he had to retreat to his room in chorus girl costume as he sought to change back to a theology student.
Nominated for president Martin Van Buren of New York and vice president Richard M. Johnson of Kentucky. Van Buren won 170 of 294 electoral votes. Johnson lacked a majority, so the senate elected Francis Granger 33 to 16. The Whigs later chose Harrison and Tyler at Harrisburg in December 1839.
Instructions on efficient pattern layout and cutting to minimize waste, including folding technique, following perforations, weighing sections, and marking with chalk or thread. Emphasizes notching, straight edges, and correct placement for plaids and trims to ensure accurate seams and fitting. The text also briefly mentions a medical remedy to ease pain and induce sleep.
A hotbed should be sheltered and face south or east when possible. On cold nights use shutters or coverings like straw, nuts, old carpet or burlap. very cold nights need newspapers around frame edges under the carpet. Water in the morning after the bed warms, on bright days. avoid night watering to prevent dampness and mildew. Ventilation prevents spindly growth. raise sash when outside temp rises to 60 to 70 degrees. Cover beds early afternoon. on mild days sash may be removed briefly after midday.
A Brunswick Georgia source cites Joe Stoddard recommending fresh horseradish leaves to ease severe headaches. He says pound leaves to release juice, bind to the forehead, and relief should come in minutes though the leaves burn briefly.
A simple test shows when a plant needs water by tapping the pot with a knuckle to hear a ringing sound. Water when needed, preferably in the morning, and never let a plant suffer from thirst regardless of the time of day.
Advice for treating bruises suggests applying warm olive oil without rubbing to reduce extensive skin discoloration. If the skin is broken, dab boric acid on the abrasion. A bruise treated this way is said to disappear quickly, with oil soaked in absorbent cotton as an option.
If a baby or child has a leg caught in an uncovered iron pipe and hands cannot reach the limb, insert a long poker bent at the end down the hole’s side. Place the bent end under the foot and gently raise. This method has often prevented breaking or bruising of the limb.
Step by step method to prepare raw beef sandwiches by grating round steak into a paste seasoned with salt. The paste is spread on very thin bread or salted crackers and can be eaten at any time of day.
A terse note from Fliegende Blatter poses a legal paradox about pursuing damages after a pig killing or a vehicle collision. The query frames who bears liability and how damages would be assessed in two distinct mishaps.
In a New York town an editor seeks a new man for his office. A candidate with no references says honesty is printed on his face, prompting the editor to remark that the name Weller may apply, allowing for a typographical error.
Frank J. Totter, a wealthy retired farmer of Teovia county, is under arrest as coroner's jury probes Lydia Totter's death. The warrant followed her death from peritonitis linked to internal injuries and bruises. Neighbor Mrs Adelman testified Lydia appeared at her home in night clothes, bleeding from the mouth with visible injuries. The inquest awaits two Potter daughters.
Paris May 6 reports say the famous Tope diamond, bitterly owned by Joseph Prankles Sons of New York, was sold in Paris for about 400000. It is believed to have been bought for the sultan of Turkey. The 44% sp sapphire and related gems are also mentioned as part of the era’s jewel trade, tracing the diamond’s lineage back to Tavernier and Louis XVI.
Alexander Hamilton's famed group of thirteen trees has disappeared with the last standing tree felled this week. The open plot on Convent avenue near 142nd Street will be developed, and boys sold souvenirs from the final tree while older residents cherish pieces for walking sticks. The trees stood on Hamilton's Grange estate, though whether Hamilton planted them is disputed.
Under suspension of rules the Decatur city council passed an ordinance prohibiting the sale of alcoholic liquors within the city limits for two years. This bans purchases for any purpose including medicinal or mechanical uses. Four councilmen voted against the ordinance.
Dr Amos Baker acting superintendent of Matteawan state hospital rejects habeas corpus petition defense that Harry Thaw is sane. Baker reports Thaw remains under observation and his confinement continues as Thaw is alleged insane. May 6 Poughkeepsie New York.
The St Petersburg report on May 6 notes a crisis in the Russian sugar industry centered in Kiev with suspension of payments by two major firms. Charfonenko & Sons owes about 7.7 million rubles and Cherkassy Refining Co. about 4 million rubles, signaling broader financial strain in the sector.
Rev Samuel Karngey former presiding elder of the Keck River conference of the Methodist Episcopal church collapsed in the pulpit last fall and died in Rockford.
Lakewood New Jersey May 1 The condition of ex President Cleveland continues to show daily improvement according to a statement made by Mrs Cleveland.
A brief outline notes that several tobacco beds on the Joseph Ware farm in Boyle County Kentucky were dug up by horsemen riders. It mentions Governor Willson of Kentucky delaying a pardon decision for Case Lowers and hints the ruling may come in days.
The St Louis Post Dispatch notes that some people miss chances due to fear or self doubt. A timid person avoids engagement, letting chances pass while others act, illustrating how hesitation can lead to persistent failure.
In Washington in May Heyburn assailed the forestry service and its forest estimates during a long senate speech. Warner added to his Brownsville Texas affair remarks as the agricultural bill remained pending at adjournment. The house clashed over the sundry civil appropriation bill with Gaines and Chaney pressing for mining safety funds, opposed by Underwood. The house raised total appropriations by 1,241,000.
On Multet lake Louis Recolly and three companions using a jack light speared a monster muskalonge. The fish upended their boat as it tried to escape, carrying a fifteen pound spear in its back. Recolly estimates the muskalonge at eight feet long.
Herbert H Prince of Flint is bankrupt after indorsing paper for various concerns. His petition in bankruptcy is filed in U S district court and referred to Referee in Bankruptcy Lee Joslyn. Liabilities total $33,100.
Governor Harris orders Troop B from Columbus to Brown County as martial law is declared in the Ohio tobacco district to halt night riders. Army units move to enforce order and protect residents amid rising violence in May.
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