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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1908
Page
8
The article explains simple home made cistern water filters to remove dirt from rainwater. It describes brick and concrete filters with charcoal sand and gravel, maintenance needs, and emphasizes keeping wells away from cess pools to prevent typhoid and other waterborne diseases. It notes that water should be tested chemically and bacteriologically and that rainfall affects bacterial counts.
A condensed history from the Breeder's Gazette traces the Ohio Improved Chester White breed to Todd and Haskins work in Ohio, with roots back to English and Irish stock. It notes the Silver type, later changes to American Chester White records, and the 1860s formation of the Ohio Improved Chester White Association led by L. B. Silver, amid debates on size and refinement.
The article notes dairy barn whitewashing requires a clean tight interior with smooth sides. It cites average annual feeds for a dairy cow at about $30 and butter fat value near $70, leaving roughly $40 for labor and profit. It discusses lactation rest effects on milk, grain in rations, butter tub preparation, and barley as a calf feed adjunct with caveats on cost versus corn.
A brisk exhortation urges dairy enthusiasts to study thoroughly before taking up dairying, blending book learning with on field observation to build solid knowledge of cows and farm practices.
The article chronicles young Union drummer boys from the Civil War era. It highlights Johnie Brooks who served at nine, John Clem the famed Shiloh drummer who became a colonel, and J C Langbein the Hawkins Zouaves who earned honors for courage. It notes other youths like Daniel Williams and Gilbert Van Zandt and their noteworthy acts.
A group attacked the West Farms road bridge over the Harley river trying to plant ten sticks of dynamite in the structure. The watchman fought them off after being struck and fired on. The attackers fled, and the valise containing the explosive was recovered by a barge captain from the river.
In Baltimore on May 21 the Methodiat Episcope general conference began elections for bishops. Twenty one candidates sought votes on the first ballot. A 314 vote majority is required. The leading candidate, Rev. Anderson of New York, received 446. The outcome of the second ballot will be announced by the presiding officer to the conference.
Chicago May 21 baseball standings show national league results with Chicago Boston and St Louis New York teams. Pittsburg Brooklyn and Cincinnati notes plus hits and errors. Several games delayed by rain and various city associations report scores in Kansas City Indianapolis Minneapolis Des Moines Omaha Lincoln and Toledo contests.
Foley's studio advertises photo sessions for graduates and scholars at regular price across all sizes and styles. Work guaranteed equal to the best, promising quality portraits for students and families.
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