Corn Smut Differences and Control Methods Revealed
J C Arthur, Botanist, explains corn smut differs from wheat and other cereals as it attacks leaves and stems via windborne spores rather than seed. Spraying with fungicide can reduce infection but is costly. thorough destruction of smut through careful gathering and burning or deep burial over several years offers a practical reduction strategy.
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Indiana Experiment Station
Indiana Station
J.C. Arthur
Tariff shifts hit American farmers hard in 19th century data
Treasury figures show McKinley tariff year exports at 371 125 299 dollars while imports of competing foreign farm goods were 51 414 8H. In Wilson tariff year farm product exports fell to 301 578 988 and imports rose to 107 343 522, a loss estimate over 125 million dollars. Wool price drops from free wool policy add millions. Rural regions backed Republican majorities in New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and Ohio.
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Treasury Department
United States
New York
Pennsylvania
Massachusetts
Ohio
Early Risers Cure All With Small Doses
A department of agriculture study finds DeWitt's Little Early Risers are effective topical cures. The report notes the bird stomach analysis shows crows feed mainly on insects and pests, with little cultivated fruit.
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Department of Agriculture
Gila County Arizona Unveils Vast Natural Bridge Landmark
In Gila County Arizona a limestone arch spans Pine Creek, about 200 feet above water, with a 24712 foot inner span and top width near 400 feet. The arch stretches nearly 1000 feet across the canyon, featuring a 6 foot thick apex and a hole large enough for a man to pass through. Nearby caverns remain largely unexplored and geologists speculate ancient formations once connected to Ping sek.
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Gila County
A. T
United States
Pine Creek
Ping Sek
Obee
Tinmenes
Lonis Rep
Representation for Laporte at district conventions set
The 1896 Republican district conventions will meet Tuesday January 21 with representation based on one delegate and one alternate for every two hundred and more votes cast. The tenth district convention at Rensselaer will determine Laporte Porter and Tippecanoe allocations. The sole business is electing a state central committee member. The chosen committee members meet January 28 at 2 pm at the Denison House Indianapolis to organize.
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William D. Owens
Renaselaer
State Central Committee
Denison House
Indianapolis
Miles Urges Fortifications to Defend Seaports
General Miles recommends a national coast defense system with a 10,000,000 annual appropriation for fortifications and batteries. The piece attacks Boston Herald claims as false and warns that undefended coastal cities invite foreign aggression while urging Congress to fund defensive works.
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Miles
United States
Congress
Cleveland
American Republic
Boston Herald
New England
Herald
England
France
Germany
Europe
Atlantic
Russia
One Minute Cough Cure Ad Praises Immediate Relief
An 19th century advertisement by E. T. Scott touts One Minute Cough Cure as providing instant relief from hacking coughs. It emphasizes quick results and minimal distress from coughing, urging readers to try the product.
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E. T. Scott
Mineral wool as artificial insulation material described
The article explains mineral wool produced from blast furnace slag or melted rocks by steam jet, forming a fine fibrous insulating material. It highlights strength, lightness, heat and sound resistance, fireproofing benefits, cooling in summer and warming in winter, and sanitary advantages as a durable inorganic lining for walls, floors, roofs, cold storage, pipes, and building construction. It notes potential for broader use in the future.
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Neetanion
Portuguese Dandies and Spurs Highlight Fashion Manners
In Boston Traveller’s sketch of Portugal, men flaunt loaded rings and heavy chains while women display showy attire. Promenaders wear gleaming cravats, large roses, riding whips, and spurs as symbols of nobility, a nod to old chivalry. Officials are seen in spurs, and the reporter predicts their bones will rest with spurs on their tombs.
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Portugal
Boston
Livingstone and Oswell's Afrikan expedition vows courage
In South Africa a hunter John Thomas, a trusted servant, joins Dr Livingstone and Oswell to push beyond Lake Ngami. After silent hesitation, John steps forward declaring he will accompany them. Oswell recalls the moment asking if race mattered after such loyalty.
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John Thomas
South Africa
Livingstone
Mr. Oswell
Lake Ngami
John
Dr Williams Pink Pills Said To Cure Rheumatism
Story from Mt Sterling Gazette describes Dr C H Porter of Rowan Morgan counties who after 47 years in Eastern Kentucky medicine claims a miraculous cure from Dr Williams Pink Pills. He credits his recovery to the pills and cites patient Mr S G Bailey who says the treatment freed him from a rheumatism crippling life and enabled him to discard crutch and cane. Elliottaville Rowan County Kentucky residents are invited to verify statements from Porter and Bailey. Pink Pills sold by druggists or direct boxes for two dollars.
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Mt. Sterling
Kentucky
C. H. Porter
Rowan and Morgan
Bluegrass
The
Gazette
Morgan County
Dr. Williams
Pink Pilla
G. Bailey
Porter
Mr. Bailey
Dr. Porter
D. Porter
Elliottaville
Rowan County
Williams
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and Pain Balm Endorsements
Local users praise Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for curing a severe cold and report swift relief from neuralgia with Chamberlain's Pain Balm. Advertisers claim quick results and value, noting Dr Miles' Pain Pills and One Minute Cough Cure as effective remedies. Availability by E T Scott and local druggists is noted.
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Chamberlain
St. Paul
E. T. Scott
Premium offer for renewals of the Indicator
The office announces sample copies of the American Farmer and Womankind are available as premiums for new or renewing Indicator subscribers.
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American Farmer and Womankind
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