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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1925
Page
7
A city automobile club secretary urges constant attention while driving after dark. He cites a 30 mph test with a 300 foot headlamp beam showing how a six second distraction can leave only 36 feet to stop a stalled vehicle 800 feet ahead. He warns against drowsy driving and recommends stopping or handing off the wheel when fatigue sets in.
Readers learn simple steps to deter car thieves. Disconnect ignition or lock gear lever, avoid leaving cars in hidden streets, and note car details such as factory lumber and tire styles. Nighttime thefts rise in crowded areas, so unique ignition tricks may deter attempts.
Rural engineers at the New York State College of Agriculture Ithaca tested a honey water mix as an inexpensive radiator antifreeze. They boil one part honey to one part water, skim impurities, fill to an inch and a half from the top, and can add water if needed. The solution remains usable down to 14 degrees below zero and does not crack engine parts in tests.
The United States Department of Agriculture reports fear of fowl pest recurrence after European outbreak fears. Investigations show losses due to common ailments or dietetic stress, with two outbreaks previously in New York and Delaware. Emphasis on sanitary plants, proper feeding, and vigilant inspectors to prevent further spread.
Floy Bates of Hardin Missouri describes constructing a circular garage using silo block geometry. The structure measures nineteen percent feet in diameter, includes two windows and a swinging double door, plus a large workbench on one side and space for oil and gasoline line tanks. The design is praised as novel and material efficient.
The article explains tires are governed by physical laws and have fixed strength. Overloading or underinflation reduces safety margins, and tires will fail if load exceeds capacity. Engineers specify maximum loads to ensure peak performance and longevity.
Practical feeders note brood sows fed largely on corn produce weak, unthrifty young. High protein feeds like tankage and alfalfa hay improve litters by supplying mineral matter and protein. Breeders insist corn rations must be supplemented for profitable pig production. most swine feeders already use mineral feeds with fattening herds.
Brood sows thrive on winter pasture with rye oats wheat barley or rape, gaining green feed and exercise. Sows should receive one to two pounds of grain per hundred pounds of live weight while grazing on pasture or hay through winter prior to farrowing.
The text argues for supplying alfalfa with mineral elements in commercial form rather than manure since manure benefits other fields that need nitrogen. It notes the importance of applying manure when alfalfa is seeded.
New York State College of Agriculture researchers advise winter thinning of farm woodlots by removing dead or diseased trees and those hindering growth. Preserve crown cover for half shade, allow natural regrowth, and consider planting nursery stock if needed. Firewood and cordwood offer market options, and bulletins detail thinning methods.
The U S Department of Agriculture and Minnesota Health Board report on factors affecting cream layer depth in market milk. Pasteurization, cooling and handling change cream volume by as much as 30 percent. bulletin No. 1344 explains results and implications for dairy plants. Free copies available while supply lasts.
The article argues permanent tame pastures yield higher net returns than cropped acres with alfalfa highlighted as most permanent if grasses are excluded. It notes alfalfa earns about $60 yearly per acre at three tons of hay, cites rapid increases in alfalfa acreage, and includes a banker quip about future alfalfa affordability. Making long term alfalfa investments is labeled shrewd.
The article urges dipping cattle to remove rice, watching world wheat prices, aiding birds in winter, and adopting systematic crop rotation. It emphasizes adjusting production to market demand, and highlights the value of scales in feed rooms and stables. It asks if scales are working on your farm.
Senator George Pepper argues in the Forum that comparing today’s senators with historical giants is flawed. He notes modern problems remain complex, and politicians balance policy with open primaries and statewide campaigns. He says the Senate is no Mount Olympus but cautions about how reforms alter governance and public life.
Medical authorities in London report numerous cases of nervous strain linked to wartime experiences. Officers who survived the war and appeared physically fit are now showing mental and nervous fatigue. Some have collapsed suddenly after seeming to recover long ago. Physicians say brains and nerves suffered even without outward signs.
The speaker urges to value and preserve land as priceless and enduring. It notes Manhattan was sold for 24 dollars and points out Central Park’s land value now reaching astronomical sums as a warning about geology, ownership, and wealth.
A brief quip features a neighbor asking to borrow a child to fetch sugar from the Jones household. The joke centers on the old settler’s humorous retort about borrowing a “cupful of sugar” through a child, framed by a judge’s line.
A terse note reflects a parent’s worry over a failed exam and a possible delay in promotion. The brief juxtaposes a son’s grades with a broader life sentiment about risk and future prospects.
A reflective line notes that much global noise serves to quiet the inner voice within. It suggests noise distracts from contemplation and self awareness, urging attention to inner stillness amid external sound.
The adage notes that even a poor marksman can strike the target by chance, underscoring how luck can influence outcomes more than skill in some situations. This saying emphasizes unpredictability in aiming and results.
A brief exchange shows Ronald noting the seller regrets selling the furniture as the man keeps calling, suggesting tension over the transaction and ongoing contact.
A witty remark notes Solomon's preoccupation with dispensing guidance, implying his own actions reflect less of the wisdom he offers. The line suggests a self aware paradox about counsel versus practice.
An advertisement touts a new internal treatment to fight rheumatism by “building rich red blood” and destroying internal impurities. It claims relief from painful swollen joints and muscle inflammation through increasing red cell production, urging readers to use 8.8.8 as the method.
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