Seed corn saving and storage urged for better yields
Farmers are urged to save abundant home grown seed in anticipation of possible crop failures in 1920 or 1921. Tests show best results from ears not judged by prize appearance but by yield potential. Proper drying, storage, and air circulation are essential, with twelve to fifteen ears per binder-twine strand and avoidance of stacked piles.
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Corn Belt
United States
Department of Agriculture
Beekeeping Antiseptics and Historical Judgments
A fragmentary historical note discusses bees storing nectar in their stomachs and esophagus with invertase chemistry, while a Carrollian style aside mentions Pasteur and Lister, antiseptics, and a humorous classroom lesson sung by a boyish soprano. It references a notable judicial scene likened to Yolanthe.
Va. Boy Toy Recall Sparks Curious School Moment
A fragmentary note from a Virginia correspondent describes a boy at his school reacting to a toy recall. The item notes his stammering response and hints at curiosities surrounding the event, though details are incomplete.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ndt
Record Crop Values for 1919 and Leading Grains Total
The final 1919 report from the Department of Agriculture shows crop values at 14,092,740,000 dollars, the greatest for grain crops, with five leading grains totaling 5,850,844,000 bushels. Corn leads in value at 3,934,284,000. wheat production reaches 940,987,000 bushels valued at 1,543,452,000. oats fall to 1,248,310,000 bushels. barley drops to 165,719,000 bushels. a sugar yield of 1,527,090,000 pounds and white potatoes at 57,001,000 bushels are noted with varied year-over-year changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Department of Agriculture
S. Wheatfield
Farmer and wife's chatter on pig keeping and scraps
A farmer’s wife notes keeping a pig is profitable to dispose of kitchen scraps. The husband quips that he will eat almost anything, reflecting frugal household humor and practical farming insight.
Education and Youth Report From Falls and World
An unclear clipping notes education themes in Falls and world context, referencing an 18 year old man and college education. Details are fragmentary and colors the ongoing discussion about access and opportunities for youth in muddy or challenging settings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neyey Us
Wade
Man
Preventing Dairy Losses From Improper Cooling
A United States Department of Agriculture guide explains dairy losses from sour milk and low quality butter and cheese due to inadequate cooling. It recommends chilling milk and cream to 50 degrees or lower, using nearby ice, and planning ice harvesting with attention to ice house capacity, water quality, and efficient cutting.
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United States Department of Agriculture
U. S. Butter Exports Remain Under One Percent Of Trade
United States dairy stats show butter exports under 1 percent of world trade though pounds exported in peak years reach close to a hundred million pounds. Domestic and foreign price relationships drive fluctuations, with shipments in recent years to multiple countries colonies and dependencies.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Machinery Saves Labor In Cutting Wood
Government bulletin notes machinery speeds wood cutting for fuel and coal savings. It highlights buzz saws and circular saws for small wood, drag saws for logs 10 to 12 inches plus, and advocates cooperative ownership with moderate upkeep and low operating costs per cord.
Aspirin Introduced by Bayer in 1900
The world famous Bayer Tablets of Aspirin are prescribed by physicians for over eighteen years. The Bayer Cross marks each tablet and package to prevent imitations. Each package includes directions for colds headaches neuralgia toothache earache rheumatism lumbago neuritis and general pain. Handy 12 tablet tins cost a few cents. larger packages from druggists.
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Bayer
The Hired Help in the City Stables
A man greets ash collectors departing with city ashes in the alley on Sunday. The drivers explain they are only the hired help, while others are roving in the city stables, causing a moment of confusion.
Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root Kidney Liver and Bladder Remedy
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a pure non stimulant herbal medicine for kidney liver and bladder troubles. It promises purity in every bottle and offers a sample for ten cents by mail with a newspaper ad request.
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Dr. Kilmer
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton
Practical Purpose and the Blue Sign Law Quip
A facetious traveler notes a blue sign law in the state. The Birmingham Age Herald quotes a joke about restricting the talk of millions by gentlemen in fancy vests. An advertising line endorses Garfield Tea for health and cleanliness.
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Birmingham
Age-Herald
Big Profits in Pigs. Yanbridge Co operative Pig Breeding
The Yanbridge Co operative Pig Breeding in Lindred has been wound up as the submarine menace eased. Shareholders have received back their capital. Logged in the London Mail, 4744 percent.
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Yanbridge Co-operative Pig-Breeding
Lindred
London Mail
Cuticura Remedies Advertise Scalp Soothing Routine
An advertisement promotes Cuticura products for itchy scalp and dandruff. It advises gently rubbing spots with Cuticura Ointment, then washing with Cuticura Soap and hot water, claiming clear skin and soft, white bands as daily toilet preparations.
Sure Sign: Husband Claims Chauffeur Was Under Influence
An unclear report notes a husband asserting the chauffeur was intoxicated after a dispute over change. The fragment references a wife and a claim about Tiquar influencing the driver, with the husband affirming the suspicion.
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Tiquar
Leenll
Pape's Cold Compound Delivers Quick Relief
Relief comes instantly with the first dose and continues with two hour doses until three taken. It clears congested heads stops nose running relieves headache feverishness sneezing and soreness. Priced at a few cents and available at drug stores it acts without assistance and tastes pleasant. Insist upon Pape's-Ady.
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Grippe
Pape
A Dangerous Mission
A fragmentary exchange hints at a perilous assignment and a strained father daughter dynamic. The speaker fears irreversible consequences, while a theme of existential misfit emerges through the quoted line about eternal misfortune.
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