Jersey cows fuel farmer’s success in Mississippi
Ralph Winston of Oktibbeha County shows Jersey cattle transforming debt into land ownership and education. With 40 cows and a new 100 acre purchase, he estimates annual labor income of 2,500 to 3,000 dollars plus calf sales, while raising seven children and teaching them through a self supplied farm system.
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Ralph Winston
Oktibbeha County
Mississippi
Jersey
Winston
Win
Lespectra
Mr. Winston
Miss Jersey
Planting Fruit Trees and Vines Boosts Home Value and Diet
A Farm and Ranch excerpt urges planting peach pear plum and pecan trees this winter plus grape blackberry and strawberry vines to ensure year round fruit, fresh produce, jams, and potential sales. It argues fruit grows well in the Southwest, improves health, and no family on land should be without fruit.
50 Miles on Roller Skates in Seven Hours
Walter Park Junior skated 50 miles in seven hours nine minutes in Brighton England. The remark about genius and advertising is attributed to him but lacks context or further details.
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Brighton
Eng
Walter Parkson
Gas Forces Woman To Sleep In Chair
An advertisement describes stomach gas relief with Allerika and Adlerika. A quoted testimonial from Mrs. Glenn Butler claims rapid relief and better sleep after using the product, while a local seller, Dyer & Jones, markets Adlerika as effective for stomach and bowel discomfort.
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Glenn Butler
Adlerika
Dyer & Jones
Herring Family Visits Dayton Relatives
Oregon brief notes a horse owned by John Herring and family visiting Dayton to spend Sunday with relatives. A Michigan item mentions Mrs Maidment improving on a writing task but still under Dr Tarter's care with a car.
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Oregon Paper
John Herring
Bland Herring
Dayton
Michigan
Wm. Maidment
Young Lady Seeks Furnished Rooms with Bath Privilege
A short classified notice announces a young lady seeking furnished rooms with bath privileges starting September 1. The request notes privacy and convenient location in the Florida paper’s classifieds.
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Florida Paper
Bath
Miss Virginia Young Appears at Carolina Theatre
Virginia Young grandmother of Brigham Young appeared at the Carolina theatre last week in a notable regional event. Her presence drew interest from local residents and church historians alike.
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Florida
Virginia Young
Brigham Young
Carolina Theatre
Warning from Morgan Porch Over Theft of Drag and Wire
Indiana notice cites Morgan Porch as sheriff threatening collective action if a drag and two wire spools are not returned. The message warns about riding in a new Hupmobile as a consequence if the items are not recovered.
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Indiana
Morgan Porch
Willing Helpers Aid Mrs Miller Auction Prices Jersey Cows
At Mrs Alfred Millers sale last Friday Jersey cows sold for over 100 dollars each. Her husband was killed in an auto wreck last election day and neighbors showed appreciation by making everything bring a good price.
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Missouri Paper
Alfred Miller
Jersey
Mass transit accident in city prompts early report
A Massachusetts paper notes a pedestrian incident on September 6 1928 at 1 30 PM near the theater at 7th and Broadway. The notice asks for a gentleman or lady who assisted the injured woman to contact 3467 Sabina Street.
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Massachusetts
7Th & Broadway
Sabina Street
New York Minister Urges Liquor Advantage
A New York minister promotes taking the best possible liquor. The editorial voice notes that people are indeed seeking the best options available.
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New York
Texas Population and Income Shifts Highlight 1920 Census
Texas total annual income reaches 3.1 billion dollars with 2.05 million residents now fully employed under Census criteria. The state’s population center moved from Limestone County in 1880 to McLennan County by 1920, reflecting redistribution of residents and jobs.
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Texas
Limestone County
McLennan County
Texas Demographics Shift By 1930 Following Growth
The state’s white population rose from 3,204,848 in 1910 to an estimated 4,704,000 by 1928 while the Negro population increased from 690,049 to about 779,000, signaling major demographic changes in Texas.
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Texas
Harris Mine Opens Lead Vein Near Lampasas
A 20 foot vein of lead ore has been opened in the Harris mine located 23 miles southwest of Lampasas. Development work is still underway.
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Harris
Lampasas
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Jerseys
R. B. Fairbanks
The
Jersey Bulletin
Joe Johnson
First National Bank
City and Farm Loans
H. G. Webster
Whitewright, Texas
Lennex
Census Bureau
Coryell
Gordon’s
Gordon’s Cash Grocery Service
Mr. Man
R.S. Brady CO
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