Hawks of America and their villains in a farmer’s tale
The author argues most hawks are beneficial and only a few, notably the sharp shinned, Cooper, goshawk, and duck hawk, are injurious. He cites scientific voices and vivid examples of predation on poultry and game, urging cautious, measured attitudes toward these birds rather than extermination.
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America
Vernon Bulley
The
Biological Survey of
Department of Agriculture
Ulsco Peregrinus Angatuia
Florence Merriam Batley
United States
Condensations of Early 20th Century Trade and Industry
A mosaic of brief notes covers Canada cheese output at 130 million pounds with Ontario home to about half, U S barrellage 400 million in 1914, Franco British entente cordiale, solaire sun power, Budapest concrete from soft soup, potash concessions with national reserve, Locust bean annual 30 000 tons, impressment in British navy, and Pennsylvania cancer death rate rising amid general health concerns.
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Canada
Ontario
United States
France
Budapest
Spaio
Pennsylvania
Health insurance seen as asset for workers and economy
Feliz M. Warburg of Kuhn, Loeb advocates universal health insurance as essential to keep the United States competitive. He cites Germany’s system as successful and argues shared medical costs align workers, employers, and society toward better health and economic vitality.
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Feliz M. Warburg
Kuhn, Loeb and Company
Paul M. Warburg
Federal Reserve Board
Warburg
Germany
French parachute tests fail after cartridge explosion
A new French parachute intended to open automatically on aircraft is forced to deploy due to an explosion of a cartridge at the instant of its release. The incident highlights safety concerns for aviators using the device.
Feed waste in cattle farming highlighted by USDA report
A USDA report argues vast feed waste in cattle production raises costs and lowers profits. It urges using straw and stover with concentrates, cites $100 million annual grain loss, and offers sample rations for wintering beef herds plus better handling of corn stover and oil meals to improve soil fertility and meat efficiency.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Stover
Europe
Denmark
Gape Worms Threaten Young Chicks In Throat
Worms in the throat of young chicks may cause suffocation as they grow. Although often unseen, gape worms can inhabit larger birds too, usually not depriving air until they mature or are dislodged.
Cultivating Peas in Corn for Better Growth
A practical method to plant peas in corn is to sow two to three weeks before layby, plant a row of peas in the center, then use a 14 tooth harrow adjusting the front and rear teeth to protect corn roots. Cultivate once or twice more for best results.
Storage Fixes for Farmers Perishables Urged
Farmers suffer losses from poor storage facilities. Every farm should have a cellar store house and a refrigerator to preserve perishables until used. The message stresses improving storage to reduce spoilage and enhance gains for producers.
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Bien Speculatora
Gavantages
A Woman's Way by Cornelius Vanderbilt Quoted
A Washington Star excerpt notes Vanderbilt’s remark on preparedness favoring volunteer militia over conscription. It recalls a woman’s quip about tobacco and cigars, joking that a sample stump can ensure shade matching, illustrating social wit in the era.
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Cornelius Vanderbilt
Washington Star
Cuticura Soap and Ointment Ad Teases Free Sample
A 1920s style advertisement promises Cuticura Soap and Ointment as best for dandruff itching and hair loss. It urges applying Ointment to spots then shampooing with Soap, claims top results, and offers a free sample by mail via a postcard to Cuticura Dept Ly Boston.
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Cuticura
Dept. Ly
Boston
Adyv
Mother First in War Time A Guardsman Chooses His Mother
During mobilization in Illinois relatives flooded the camp hampering duties. A colonel ordered one visitor per man. A guardsman faced three women and chose his mother, saying a son should care for his mother and wife alike.
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Tlinois
Becomes Annoying Imitations Flattery remark
A married man remarks that imitation is the sincerest flattery yet dislikes seeing many women copy his gowns. He warns that waiting for the owcer will lead to catching it at home.
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