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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1909
Page
7
A notice states that these articles and illustrations must not be reprinted without special permission. It emphasizes protection of copyright and rights held by the publisher or authors and warns of restrictions on reproduction.
A humorous verse by M. Barnitz counsels keeping calm under domestic misfortune. The speaker lists household perils from dusty carpets to burning stoves, hammer blows, and a sharp-talking wife, advising to sing a religious tune to avoid cursing. The poem ends with a prompt to pray.
A glossary of chicken related terms with definitions for beak tongues and plumage notes. Entries include cock cockerel hen pullet and various breed descriptors while outlining terms like disqualified and variety. The list pairs common poultry words with concise explanations.
Partial OCR excerpt lists chicken feathering parts and joints with misreads and unusual spellings. Items include Beak Comb Face Watties Ear lobe Hackle Back Saddie Sickies Tail coverts Main tail feathers Wing bow Hock Shank Spur Toes.
A pointed critique warns against deceitful advertising in poultry trade. It urges honesty in town notices and cautions about overblown claims, temper in negotiation, and fair pricing to protect buyers and neighbors.
A description of the swinging hopper as a convenient device drawn to the ceiling and hung above litter to prevent straw scratch. It is suspended at a breed appropriate height, contrasting with stationary hoppers that are frequented by ro.
A description of a large galvanized iron hopper used for feeding grain. It notes its size equal to four standard hoppers, its secure nighttime placement, and its ability to hold one grain or be divided to supply multiple feeds while rats and mice have limited access.
A farmers questions about training an Angora cat to live with chicks, best grain for chickens, and color issues in Leghorn offspring. Expert answers discuss cat training, wheat as a staple grain, rye drawbacks, off color feathers not always disqualifying, and how to adjust feeding during molt.
A satirical review of poultry journalism, fraud risks in premium lists, and a lawyerly roosting law. It notes a Missouri divorce suit over farm proceeds, an egg record of 203 eggs, and a Washington cock law restricting roosting in dense blocks.
Washington reports the Aldrich Vreeland act will expire on June 30 1914 and a wide ranging measure is urged. The monetary commission led by Senator Aldrich pushes a central bank based plan with education ahead. Preparations for a preliminary report are to be published after the commission members return from Europe and before Congress convenes in December.
Des Moines reports the Sixteenth Infantry from Fort Crook leading the closing day of a large military tournament. Net receipts reach $20,000 after expenses, with 5,200 troops set to perform at Omaha’s fall festivities. The regiment heads to Fort Crook then Fort Omaha, and a complimentary dinner is planned for General Charles Morton on Oct 17 at Rome.
A federal grand jury in Omaha will review the Mabray conspiracies and mail fraud schemes. Investigations show many fraudulent schemes originated on the Omaha side and were executed from the Iowa side, suggesting a fall or winter trial in Omaha.
Interstate Commerce Commission Chairman Martin Knapp travels to Seattle to join fellow commissioners for an influential freight traffic case spanning the nation from Atlantic to Pacific. Spokane will host the first hearings beginning September 29 after his Pacific coast departure.
James H. Dale a prominent retired grocer of Boone Iowa fell from a tree in the woods while gathering nuts with children and sustained internal injuries thought to be fatal He endures intense agony.
Widows were required to wear caps since Roman times with Julius Caesar referenced. An edict of Tiberius ordered widows to wear them or face a heavy fine and imprisonment.
In Smith history of Kerry 1754 the art of shooting flying birds is linked to French Huguenot refugees who fled after the Edict of Nantes. The account credits their arrival with the decline of falconry in Ireland, noting its influence on local hunting practices.
The piece notes that under Elizabeth’s reign hats signified luxury and an act of parliament required everyone aged seven and above to wear an English woolen cap on Sundays and holidays crafted by the local fraternity.
A local store promotes a broad selection of novels including standard and classic works in all binding styles. The notice invites readers to drop in and browse the latest popular books and publications.
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