Western Canada Dominates Wheat Prizes at Peoria Expo
Western Canada sweeps first, second, and third prizes for wheat at the Peoria Soil Products Exposition. The top awards go to a Manitoba farmer, with strong potential profits outlined from 20 bushels per acre at about $2.00 per bushel. The piece praises Western Canada land values, yields, and opportunities, urging readers to visit and consider relocating for better returns.
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Peoria
Western Canada
Mr. 8
Arcombe
Birtle
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Canada
Tie
Four files swim in coffee at Huckabuck tavern
A diner and waiter exchange a surreal exchange about four files in a cup of coffee. The drummer begs the observer to notice the insects swimming, while the waitress suggests letting the cup sit to drown and sink the pests. The Judge interjects with a quip about eggs.
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Huckabuck Tavern
It’s Good Advice for Barns to Be Insured
Farmers are urged to keep barn insurance current as sunny days tempt quick gains. The adage about making hay underscores prudent risk management, reminding owners that favorable weather does not guarantee protection from loss.
Low headed trees for orchard pruning guide
The article advocates low headed apple trees for wind and sun protection and easier harvesting. It outlines a four year pruning plan: year one cut to two to two and a half feet, retain five to six upper shoots, year two shorten to twelve inches, year three and four develop main head by shortening shoots to sixteen inches and thinning, then maintain thinning and removal of dead or interfering branches.
Orchard Information for Spring Spraying and Care
Practical guide on saving frost damaged trees, pruning dead wood, and ground care. Advice covers sprayer setups, tying trees to avoid rot, soil selection, fertilization, mulberry windbreaks, poultry plum synergy, and choosing resilient varieties for year-round fruit. Emphasizes elevated sites, avoid excessive manure, and regular spraying for diseases.
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Uborg
Preparing Seedbed for Alfalfa Plant
In preparing the seedbed for alfalfa begin a year or two before seeding. Corn is a good preceding crop. Fall seeding in September without a nurse crop is best, but spring sowing at corn or cotton planting time is possible. Use 12 to 15 pounds per acre if seed is clean, or 10 to 12 pounds with a grain drill on a well prepared seedbed. Seed should be shallow to reach moist soil.
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M. A. Beeson
Department of Agronomy
Oklahoma
A. and
M. College
Stillwater
Weed Seeds Are Self Sown By Wet Summers
Thousands of weed seeds spread each summer as they mature and drop. Ragweed snapdragon dock barnyard grass lambs quarter plantain thistles and tableweed are among the common self sown varieties. Left undestroyed these pests increase next year’s labor for crops locally and for neighbors. A little extra hard work now to prevent seeding saves future effort.
Serum for rat bite fever traced to spirochete carrier rats
Journal articles from Japanese doctors confirm Futaki's identification of the rat borne spirochete icterohaemorragica as the cause of rat bite fever. Studies show recovered patients carry an immune serum, that rats are carriers, and experiments suggest possible humanity. In a separate local note, a tale from Gibson county recounts a fence guard and a prank involving a youth who climbs a gate.
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Putaki
Ishiname
Renjire
Kaneko
Kikuzo0
Okuda
Imperial University
Kyushu
Fukuoka
Japan
Journal of
Experimental Medicine
Futaki
Rokichi Mada
Yutaka Ido
Rokuto Holt
Hiroshi Ito
Hidetsune Wral
Hidetsune Wani
Kikuzo Okuda
Dyspeptic Dangers Scene in Wartime Diet
A playful dialogue features an anxious couple debating bread in wartime. An Italian university professor claims to have found radiant tea from ordinary dew, suggesting a breakthrough in nutrition or science amid shortages.
Taking 2 Long Chance in Poetry and Balance
A curious note on writing poetry while keeping balance, warning that H. is risky. It suggests a spluster may carry mutrmonial fever, yet does not always lead to her Wking.
Chigis Return to Villa Farnesina After 337 Years
Prince Ludovico Chigi, head of the family, regains the Villa Farnesina on the Tiber after 337 years, having sold the palace to the Cullinan government and plans to restore it to its Chigi furnishings and Raphael frescoes. The move marks a historic return long considered unlikely in Rome.
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Farnesina
Tiber
St. Peter's Elimach
Princes of
Chigi
Cullinan
Iturnesina
Agostino Chigi
Raphael
High-Minded Architects and a Rich Client's Kennel Quip
A nouveau riche patron mocked costly kennels for his country estate saying the money is being thrown into the fire. He ridiculed the architects for filling kennels as if awaiting the Dog of Venice, highlighting his disdain for costly design.
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Venice
Not a Machine Gun Polishing by Machine A British Invention
A recent British invention makes polishing furniture by machine possible rather than by hand. The device enables faster, consistent finishing and reduces manual labor for woodwork and upholstery tasks.
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Wester
Dean
Ellen Janis
Third St. St. Charles
Benm
Donia
Gentaua Gotpary
New York
Castoria
Gibson County
Trinceton
Indianapolis News
Ben Murphy
Ig Association
Murphy
Long Boy
Mr. Murphy
Association
Long Goy
Willard
Crane
Wight
Chigis
Villa Farnesina
France
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