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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1919
Page
7
The 1919 road repair movement favors concrete or special road brick set in cement over concrete foundations to handle heavy truck traffic. Loose broken stones and tar binders fail quickly, while vitrified brick or cement over concrete offers permanence, reducing ongoing congestion and repairs.
Suggestions have arisen to name a numeric trans continental highway after Theodore Roosevelt as a tribute to the dead and living. France has christened a street in honor of Wilson and discussions spread to other regions, including Louisiana advocacy for a Victory highway name.
A 1914 congressional committee report on highway economics shows eight cents per ton mile saved by lifting dirt roads to a durable class. It notes added real estate gains and social advantages from the improvement, beyond lower transport costs.
The bureau of markets concludes highways must be dry and well drained to reduce penalties for highway transport. Clear drainage, moisture control, and proper packing improve hauling efficiency and road comfort. The advice notes soil acid indicators and that well packed fruit sells best in meat boxes.
A United States Department of Agriculture study shows ordinary cleanliness from barn to bottle markedly lowers bacteria in milk. By grooming cows, daily manure removal, clean bedding, and sterilized cans the bacteria count dropped from open-top pails to about 2,154 per cubic centimeter, with sterilized methods achieving even lower levels. Bottled milk and proper refrigeration remain essential to keep milk fresh and safe for children.
The report discusses fox tail millet as a crop option when shortages appear, warns that wet swamp land yields poor crops, and highlights hairy vetch as a valuable forage and potential sale with benefits noted for farming practices.
The United States Department of Agriculture emphasizes feeding cows during fall months to keep them in good condition for winter. Well fed cows avoid winter thinness, maintain milk flow, and better utilize high priced feeds. Protect cows from cold rains and winds to prevent milk reduction and reduce waste from exposure.
Prepared by the United States, findings show Aeneaiares sacks do not sufficiently protect new potatoes from cuts and bruising. If used, sacks cause more damage due to poor ventilation and content handling.
Brown county reports anthrax in northern and eastern areas and levee work begun to reclaim farm ground near the Trinity river by Elkhart. Farmers lose hay to continued rains. portions of the state discuss road bonds, cotton stabilization, health surveys, and oil pipeline storage figures. Major items include Wood County road bond approval, Nueces and Washington county road aid, and a Texas pennant for a national health crusade with winners from Comfort and Waco. The Capitol Freehold land case seeks recovery of excess land amid Panhandle grants.
The United States Department of Agriculture advises lining open areas of stock cars with strong building paper to protect potatoes from sun and weather during shipment. This simple measure reduces exposure and spoilage by shielding the produce from heat and light.
Farmers are urged to plan pig litters and early training for horses and cattle. Tips include securing sows to reduce suckling, starting colts with leading and harness work by five weeks, and a push for slaughter of scrub cattle considered unprofitable. Barley straw cited as a cattle feed and protector against insects noted along with remarks on coat color and insect susceptibility.
A Wake Up call from the Toston Evening Transcript touts Freezone as a cheap, easy remedy to lift hard and soft corns and calluses between the toes. It claims quick relief from pain with simple application and notes no disruption to daily routine.
A cryptic line suggests a discussion of happiness amid four troubles and social ties. The fragment hints at acquaintance, friendship, and a reflective transcript about peace or contentment, though specifics are unclear.
An old time testimonial warns against calomel saying it harms bones and causes sickness. It promotes Dodson's Liver Tone as a vegetable remedy that cleanses bowels and restores vigor without the dangers of mercury. The ad promises a money back guarantee and appeals to families and children.
Fragmentary text from Toledo column mentions seas and work figures. Likely shorthand about maritime activities or occupational statistics. Limited readable names or places beyond Toledo and broad reference to sea duties.
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