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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1908
Page
4
Cockfighting: a brutal relic opposed by civilization
The piece denounces cockfighting as cruel and degrading, detailing methods of preparing combat birds and the use of lethal gaffs. It condemns the practice, cites historical and cultural references, and praises the noble qualities of the fowl while warning of gambling and drunkenness associated with the ritual.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Viil
Mexico
Spain
South America
Philippines
Brave Old Ted Defends Home Against Thieves
A dog named Ted stands guard during a home invasion. Five shots fire, Ted loses an eye but holds the thieves at bay all night. The narrator recalls Ted’s vigil, his courage, and the promise of a safe rest for his master and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ted
Master
Poultry Q and A on Breeds Rations and Care
A series of poultry expert exchanges cover lousy chicken feathering breeds, mule pigeons, turkey food formula, English racing ration, show bird feather care, ovary rupture from fat hens, and contagious risk. Readers ask about kurio forms and practical farming tips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poultry Journal
Half of Egg Packers’ Output Found Bad in Summer Heat
A major egg packer claims about half of the eggs received in hot months are spoiled. He blames farmer ineptitude and rotten methods of hen care. The piece contrasts self preservation with fraud and praises honest, hardworking industry.
Purity and Breed Standards Highlight Poultry Advice
A poultry article urges keeping pure White Wyandottes and warns against shoddy stock. It notes Japanese officials visiting U S poultry plants and discusses breed origin factors, five toes in White Orpingtons, and dangers of new breed crazes.
McPawn Seeks Seattle Subway Franchise Plans
Seattle on November 19 reports applications for eight miles of subways in business and residence districts. Applicants are Etlinger & Co of London and Charles A DeBenditty of Amsterdam. Due to steep hills few streets are available, a remedy is needed. The proposed system would cost 6 million dollars and aim for completion in under three years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Wash
Etlinger & Co
London
Charles A. DeBenditty
Amsterdam
Mrs Sage Funds Berea College Branch in Kentucky
Mrs Russell Sage of New York donates 25000 to establish a Berea College branch for colored youth in Kentucky modeled after Tuskegee Institute. The gift brings outside funds to 350000 with 50000 still to raise in Kentucky.
Box Supper At Nash School Wednesday
A box supper will be held at Nash school on Wednesday November 25. Popcorn and peanuts will be for sale and a short program will be presented. Everyone is invited to attend for an enjoyable evening. Score 37 36.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nash
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Praised by Maine User
A. F. Hardy of East Wilton Maine says he has used Bucklen's Arnica Salve for fifteen years with complete success on sores boils ulcers and burns and notes it saved him many doctor bills. The product sells for 25 cents at J E Lemmon's drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
A. F. Hardy
East Wilton
Maine
J. E. Lemmon
Mrs Joe Dawson Heads to Iowa City for Visit
Mrs. Joe Dawson departed this morning bound for Iowa City to visit friends and spend time socially.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Dawson
Iowa City
Houdan chickens shipped to Washington Iowa exhibit
J. G. Holmes and Son sent one pair of Houdan chickens to Washington Iowa for entry in the Washington poultry exhibit as noted by the Muscatine Journal on November 18.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. G. Holmes & Son
Washington
Iowa
Muscatine Journal
Foley's Orino Laxative Promises Permanent Relief
Advertisement claims liver trouble cure by stimulating digestive organs with Foley's Orino Laxative. States it does not gripe, is pleasant to take, and eliminates need for continual laxative use after taking Orino at Lemmon's Pharmacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lemmon’s Pharmacy
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