Rotation of Crops For Controlling Root Knot In Cotton
W A Orton outlines farm specific crop rotations to combat root knot in cotton. Key crops immune to root knot include corn winter oats rye wheat crab grass iron cowpea velvet bean peanut and bergaweed. Avoid susceptible crops such as soybeans alfalfa vetch clover tomatoes cucumbers and tobacco, and use fall sowing of winter oats followed by cowpeas and other grains for soil fertility and weed control.
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Bureau of Plant Industry
Washington
Moorida
Cotton Belt
Rotations and beekeeping tips from old agricultural notes
The fragment outlines crop rotation with cotton and corn, recommends a three year plan, notes 300,000 beekeepers and $15,000,000 in annual value, and gives basic beekeeping advice on hive maintenance and honey storage. It mentions managing wilt in cotton and practical storage and maintenance details.
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Inexpensive Hog Cot Easy to Build and Use
A historical plan describes a low cost hog cot built from standard lumber. It details floor joists of 2 by 4 inches, stringers, plates of 2 by 8 inches, and extension features to raise rafters and roof for added space. A sliding front door, rear ventilation, and a top vent are included along with specific lumber dimensions for the project.
Silage for Milk Cows by M A Goodrick
The article argues silage is highly profitable for dairy cows when balanced with dry forage and nitrogen rich feed. It advises feeding 30 to 40 pounds daily, removing two inches from the silo surface each day, and splitting rations into two daily meals after milking to avoid milk flavor impact.
Prosperity week could boost home trade in any town
An 1908 Los Angeles idea prompts communities to designate a Prosperity Week to buy local products and patronize home merchants. The plan, praised as a ten million dollar boon, aims to reduce mail order dependence by showcasing local producers and shops, encouraging exhibitions and joint efforts among residents.
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Los Angeles
Chamber of Confercce
Frank Wiggins
Duker
Nui
Lie Neek
The Billboard Fight Across Cities and Nations
News notes global and domestic action against billboards as cities such as Los Angeles move to curb the practice. Crux highlights new ordinances and rising restrictions, with little tolerance shown for lax licensing or graphic ads.
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Light verse on summer entertainments and social ironies
A quirky meditation contrasts simple pleasures with social commentary. It notes John and Mary sharing an apple as a playful symbol of partnership, hints at politeness restraining a gluttonous remark, and urges fresh air as a remedy for many ills though not poverty.
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John
Mary
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