Terracing Proves Key to Halting Erosion on Fertile Land
A United States Department of Agriculture guide explains terracing as the most effective erosion control for open and permeable soils. It describes bench and ridge terraces, broad-base and level designs, proper fall limits, outlets, and maintenance practices for durable field terraces.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Care of Backyard Poultry for Small Town Lots
Guidance on keeping 12 to 25 hens on a town lot with 750 square feet minimum. Recommends yard division, alternating use, and growing cover crops like wheat and rye for green feed to reduce contamination. Advises that breed matters less than management. pure-bred egg types or well-cared-for grades both yield adequate eggs and meat.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Pennsylvanias Record Weekly Highway Contracts
The week ended April 12 shows Pennsylvania awarding road-building contracts totaling 2,034,378. The federal government will cover 911,407 under the federal aid road act, as Pennsylvania recently authorized a 50,000,000 bond issue for road construction.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Pennsylvania
Bureau of Public Roads
Sun Warm Winds Prompt Shelter for Young Poultry
After a cold rainy season, farmers are urged to protect chicks ducks and geese as sun warms. Proper shade and shelter help poultry cope with rising heat and avoid stress. Care includes adequate water and ventilation to prevent heat-related illness.
Comfort of Chicken Flock and Litter Recommendations
Advice on confining chickens during bad weather with straw litter and scattered grain. Emphasizes keeping birds active and healthy by providing green feed and contentment in new quarters to prevent stunting of development.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Water supply and sewage disposal matter for farm homes
The article stresses that farm families rely on a dependable water supply and proper sewage disposal. It urges prospective builders to solve these issues first, as they underpin health and comfort in the entire household.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Sensible Treatment of Hens Though Housing Varies
The article argues that care matters more than cage cost or dish material for hens. It stresses that sensible treatment, proper stock, healthy quarters, quality feed, adequate quantities, timely delivery, and protection from disease and predators are essential for success in poultry, while elaborate equipment, though useful, is not vital.
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China
Avoid Sour Feed in Warm Weather for Poultry
The notice warns against using sour or musty grain for poultry feed in hot weather. It warns that poor feed causes severe losses and stresses checking grain condition in bins. It cautions disposing of mash so it does not contaminate troughs and be eaten by young stock.
Farm Work Draws Soldiers Back to Agriculture
The Department of Agriculture promotes postwar farming by informing demobilized soldiers of available agricultural jobs. Camp counselors provide state job lists covering stock, general, grain, dairy, fruit, and truck farming, with introductions to county agents. Many soldiers, using saved pay, return to farming. lenders back their ventures, and posters in camps highlight farm opportunities and honest outcomes.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Army of Food
Why More Honey Is Needed in the United States
The article argues U S honey production is far below per capita demand with most consumption going to bakery goods and medicines. It urges advertising and better beekeeping methods by existing 1 000 000 bee owners rather than rapid expansion, noting wartime shortages showed demand can grow.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Community markets link urban and rural life
Community markets offer benefits beyond surplus sales and fresher lower priced food. Buyers gain direct contact with producers and learn about farm life, while farmers learn about city customers and can supply regular buyers with choice fruit and vegetables.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Farm Advice on Soil, Cropping, and Drainage
The passage discusses farming improves with better soil and timely care. It mentions chestnut posts, timber quality, barrelling on green timber, rhubarb pies, soy beans on poor soils, soil preparation, and drainage. It emphasizes soil improvement, tile drainage, and growing two crops from one as profit and pleasure.
Obedience a Test of Discipleship
Lesson for June 8 stresses loving obedience as proof of faith with Abraham as a model. It highlights motives driven by love, warns against false prophets, and urges true disciples to hear and do Christ's sayings for a secure foundation.
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John
God
Abraham
Christ
Jesus Christ
Needs More Men Like That in Every Church
The speaker calls for God and the religion of Jesus Christ to be lived in daily life. He urges that men of the gospel be multiplied many times over and spread across the land to reform society.
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God
Jesus Christ
Rejoice O God Animate Us To Cheerfulness
A devotional line urges divine help to keep a cheerful outlook and continual contentment by recognizing blessings and bright circumstances. The quote attributed to Channing emphasizes gratitude and sustained happiness.
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Channing
Every Want Supplied Verse Echoes Saintly Wealth
A line from John Austin reflects on the death of saints as a precious wealth and abundant provisions for believers, portraying spiritual inheritance and divine supply as comfort and example for the faithful.
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John Austin
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