This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 11 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Advance Hustler
Location
Advance, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1919
Page
6
The article outlines erosion costs to U.S. farmers, causes, and remedies. It explains that water movement, soil permeability, vegetation cover, and contour plowing reduce erosion. Recommended practices include deep plowing, adding organic matter, tile drainage, cover crops, and building level contour lines to slow water flow.
Prepared by the United States Department of Agriculture. The boll weevil reduced infested territory by 30,500 square miles in 1918, with losses in Texas Oklahoma Tennessee and Alabama and gains in Florida South Carolina Georgia and New Mexico. The pest reached the Pecos Valley in New Mexico and the Sea Islands belt remains largely infested. In beef cattle improvement focus on high value cuts and selection of breeding stock.
A continued successful sheep farming system must consider both wool and mutton. Depending on conditions, management, and markets, either product may be emphasized to fit local strengths and practices.
The article argues that the animal suited for large milk production differs from beef cattle, making it impossible to create a single breed that excels in both dairy and beef traits. It notes the functional distinction hinders a superior dual-purpose animal.
A USDA poultry specialist reports growing interest in better stock across Alabama Florida Mississippi and Texas. South advantages include a mild climate year round green feed and cheaper housing while challenges include pests low egg prices and seasonal tourism affecting egg markets. He notes heavier birds can match or beat leghorns and warns newcomers to start small and scale up as they learn local conditions.
White shelled egg layers from the Mediterranean include Leghorn Minorca Ancona Andalusian. These egg breeds are bred primarily for egg production rather than meat. They are typically careful and nonprolific in growth compared with dual purpose birds.
Agricultural guidance argues corn profits hinge on crop density, not acreage. It outlines cultivation depths, timing, and mulch practices to control weeds, conserve moisture, and reduce damage from pests, urging shallow, frequent tillage once plants are established.
In a whimsical tale, Peter Gnome plans a cave warming party to celebrate moving into a new cave home. The gathering includes brownies elves and the Bovey family as he explains the cave will host meetings and dinners on two stone tables with treats and gifts. The Giant learns to voice hurt and forgiveness, while Witty Witch praises honest communication.
Department of Agriculture surveys in Army camps show most farmers discharged return to farming. In a Virginia camp, 98.2 percent of discharged farm workers planned to rejoin the farms in April. Similar trends appeared at Camp Gordon Georgia and another camp, with the majority choosing farm work over industry.
Practical notes emphasize spraying when possible and keeping a small well maintained garden over a neglected large one. Spread manure early if crops are planted late, and stake trained tomatoes for better color and size. Store cereals dry and well lighted for best preservation.
A cryptic phrase from the Boston Transcript hints at a lurid admission or plan involving a woman and a supposed mangling act. The brief item leaves unclear details about persons or events.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.