Surplus Produce Co operatives Boost Mississippi Farmers
A Mississippi state study by the United States Department of Agriculture highlights co operative marketing as vital for farmers. It cites improved grading packing and shipping, economics of scale, and better prices for corn potatoes eggs and poultry, with county agents steering the effort and Bulletin No. 14 detailing methods.
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United States Department of Agriculture
John Brown
Mississippi
Mississippi Agricultural and Mechanical College
Stable Flies Breed in Dirty Places and Manure
Specialists from the United States Department of Agriculture warn that stable flies breed in manure near stables and in straw and hay stacks. Practices like spreading manure outside doors and knee-deep yard piles promote breeding, especially after heavy rains in grain fields and in feeding areas with damp bedding.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Storage diseases of onion control and storage practices
Storage diseases of onions are managed by sanitary measures. Sort diseased bulbs at harvest and protect from rain after harvest. Cure thoroughly and store in a dry well ventilated warehouse at 32 degrees F. United States Department.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Profitable Egg Years by Hen Breed Size
The hen’s peak egg production occurs in the first three years. Heavier breeds like Plymouth Rocks profitably lay for about two years while lighter breeds such as Leghorns can produce well for three years.
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Plymouth Rocks
Farm News: Silage, Pests and Garden Tips
Farm notes report silage crops and lead arsenate as effective pest spray. There is a decline in potato and bean acreages. Cut worms may be controlled with poisoned bran or clover. Scatter in the garden this afternoon. The wild cucumber vine is a fast growing annual useful for trellises or covering unsightly areas.
Poultry Cackles Value of Feathered Stock in U S
The United States department of agriculture notes increasing interest in poultry improvement under the Better Lives-Better Stock campaign. Data show more poultry on farms than all other livestock combined and a growing share of pure blood stock, with men now participating in improved poultry endeavors. A Connecticut farmer enrolled in the movement lists 30 cattle and 1939 poultry, all pure breeding, with no other breeding stock on the farm.
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United States
United States Department of
Connecticut
Tle
Swimming Hole for Ducks
Water to swim is no longer essential for duck growing but ducks enjoy it. It is wise to provide a small swimming hole. For market ducks fattening is faster without swimming, but they must have ample drinking water and a depth for head immersion.
Getting After Lice In a Flock
When a bird in a promising flock grows slowly dull plumage and pale face lice may be present. Lice infest some birds while others stay clear. If you do not act vigorously the lice will stunt the bird's growth.
Rearing and Feeding Practices for Poultry Chicks and Turkeys
Select vigorous birds and grow your own poultry feed to ensure abundant fresh water and avoid crowding. Dispose of male birds by June 1. Market high quality eggs. Feed young turkeys earlier due to yolk differences. Heavier breeds like Rocks Reds and Orpingtons resist perches. Leghorns and Anconas adapt better. Maintain steady growth from hatch to maturity.
Outbreak of True Army Worm Detected in Southern Areas
The bureau of entomology warns of a true army worm outbreak in southern Illinois and southern Missouri with expectations of spread north and northeast. Farmers are urged to obtain Farmers' Bulletin 731 for control methods including poisoned baits sprays and ditch traps.
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Bureau of Entomology
United States Department of Agriculture
Illinois
Missouri
Farmers
Protect Cotton From Weather Loss Says USDA
The United States Bureau of Markets warns that about seventy million dollars of cotton losses occurred last year due to exposure to weather after ginning. It argues proper shelter and warehouse storage would cut losses, and warehouse receipts could support farmer loans with favorable interest.
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Bureau of Markets
United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Eotton
Protection From Flies Remedy For Animals
An old home remedy promises absolute protection from flies for horses dogs and cows. Mix pennyroyal 1 ounce alcohol 2 ounces fish oil 14 pint in a bottle shake well and apply lightly to the coat each morning for 24 hours. The preparation stiffens hair so apply sparingly. One bottle lasts a horse a summer and ingredients are sold at any drug store.
Cull These Hens Save These Hens Poultry Culling Guide
Intelligent culling of the poultry flock is essential for success. The guide lists criteria to discard sick weak hens with dry vents small pelvic spread and dull combs and to save healthy vigorous hens with moist vents red combs and wide pelvic spacing.
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Department of Agriculture
Poultry Incubators Transform Small Scale Raising
The piece contrasts past indifference to chicken farming with current government, colleges, and experiment stations promoting poultry. It notes the incubator's role in turning chicken raising into a viable business and a new economic opportunity.
Harvesting Machinery Care Advised In Labor Shortage
A rainy day spent servicing mowing machines loaders binders and other harvesting equipment is a wise investment. With labor scarce and parts harder to obtain this year forethought can prevent after worries and delays.
Place for Horses to Roll
Where horses are closely confined in stalls most of the time they roll in filth and manure less if allowed to roll outside daily. Letting them roll outside saves carrying and brushing and reduces the chance of rolling in dirty areas while improving health and vigor by staying cleaner.
Canada poised for bumper grain harvest says survey
Wheat prospects in the United States show a decline due to less area sown. Canada expects record yields in 1915 era, with oats barley and flax up. Rains improve growth. world demand may keep wheat prices high. Settlers in Western Canada anticipate returns that cover costs. livestock pasture is strong.
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United States
Canada
Rent Rise Sparks Easier Breathing in Tenant Exchange
In a terse exchange, a tenant notes relief after a landlord calls for rent today. The dialogue hints at a landlord planning a future increase of £20 per month, leaving the tenants to wonder if the rent-raising fever has passed.
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Rothe
Bayer Aspirin Ad Emphasizes Generations of Safe Use
An old advertisement touts Bayer Tablets of Aspirin as genuine and safe for millions of users. It urges buyers to accept only an unbroken Bayer package with directions and lists uses from headache to rheumatism.
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Bayer
Telling Him in the Parlor About Bright Promises
Mr Blossom reassures Bobby that his mother sees him as bright and capable though Bobby doubts her high hopes. He recalls his mother’s past predictions of marriage for Bobby and his sister, noting those bets linger past spring by over a year.
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Bobby
Mr. Blossom
Freckles advertised remedy promises clear skin fast
An advertisement touts Othine double strength as a guaranteed freckle remover. It claims most freckles disappear with regular use and money back if it fails. The ad links skin clarity to a simple home treatment and urges asking for the double strength formula.
Cuticura Trio Advertised For Baby Skin Care
Cuticura products are marketed to soothe red rough and itching skin with Cuticura Soap for baths and Cuticura Ointment for applications. It also promotes Cuticura Talcum dusting powder as essential in the routine.
Child Rearing Theories Raise Old Admonitions
A discussion contrasts new ideas on child upbringing with older practices. The exchange notes concerns about shaming methods and questions whether current theories truly improve parenting outcomes.
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