Sheridan County Fair Scheduled for Early September
The Sheridan County Fair will be held in Gordon from September 4 to 5. Officials promise a larger program with record exhibits and the wild west roundup featuring top riders and ropers from the region. Programs are available and should be read carefully.
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Sheridan County
Gordon
Ropere
West
Early 1919 Motor Trucks Registration Trends
The text notes 22 states still register motor trucks as cars at the start of 1919 and describes varied approaches to heavy truck fees. Some states set a maximum weight, others deter profit by high fees, while some limit wheel load per tire width. definitions of motor truck and commercial vehicle vary by state.
The Nose Dive Warned By Aviation Teacher
The aviation instructor warns that a nose dive is a dangerous maneuver. He explains the speed dive risks and potential loss of control during training and flight.
Government keeping tab on live stock markets
The Department of Agriculture through the Bureau of Markets took over telegraphic live stock market reports at Chicago on June 1 1918. Full reports now operate at Chicago Kansas City Omaha and St Louis with additional special reports from about 15 points. A standard classification aids price comparability across markets and the service issues daily meat trade and livestock loading reports.
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Livestock Market Supervision Service
Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Markets
Chicago Yards
Chicago
Kansas City
Omaha
St. Louis
Government livestock information service saves costs for shippers
Officials say the telegraphing and printing of daily sporting, stock exchange, and board of trade reports along with livestock market information costs have reduced expenses many times over. The system has benefited the public by stimulating broader production of meat animals.
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Stock Exchange
Board of Trade
Livestock Market
Feeding Pigs Safely With Proper Trough Design
Guidelines emphasize distributing feed so each pig gets a fair share. Use a well constructed trough to keep pigs from crowding, preventing nibbling and ensuring efficient consumption.
Club Buying Saves Six Thousand Dollars for Farmers
Fourteen farmers cooperative clubs in Rapides Parish Louisiana, organized by the agricultural agent, have pooled purchases of seed fertilizers and supplies. The collective buying has cut costs by six thousand dollars and expanded access to essential farming materials.
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Farmers’ Cooperative Clubs
Rapides Pariah, la
Cooperative club reports large savings on purchases
Members achieved significant savings through cooperative buying. The group saved $4,000 on acid phosphate, $1,650 on potato creaks, $410 on Irish potato seed, and $50 on seed wheat. Plans include purchasing two thrashing outfits on the same cooperative plan.
Country Wants Bigness and Room for the Strong
A Critical tone piece argues that rural areas celebrate large personalities while marginalizing smaller individuals, suggesting few opportunities for those lacking stature or influence in country life. It reflects on social hierarchies and community space.
Marcus Aurelius Quote on Life’s Plain Duties
A brief quotation exhorts living simply and doing daily duties. It emphasizes that fulfillment lies in ordinary tasks and present duties rather than seeking distant stars. The message reflects Stoic restraint and practical virtue.
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Marcus Aureliva
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