Ruhr Basin Vast Industrial Core of Europe
National Geographic notes the Ruhr basin as a central German industrial hub where coal iron and steel fueled the empire. Essen stands as the steel heart with Krupp power, while Düsseldorf and Dortmund anchor a dense urban network linked by rivers canals and rail. The Ruhr river runs 43 miles navigable by 12 locks feeding Rhine traffic and world freight through Ruhrort's great harbor.
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National Geographic Society
Washington, D. C
Ruhr
France
Hugo
Rhine
Caesar
Attila
Charlemagne
Napoleon
Barbarossa
Bismarck
Hindenberg
Foch
Haig
Pershing
Degoutte
Europe
Lorraine
Luxemburg
Germany
Essen
Krupps
Alfred Krupp
Krupp
United States Steel Corporation
Gary
Ind
Werden
Winterberg
Sauerland
Arnsberg
Hagen
Witten
Steele
Kettwig
Mulheim
Canton
Newehwang
Union Station
Pitisburg-Ruhrort
Cologne
Alps
Lake Constance
Rotterdam
London
America
Driving Car on Slippery Roads
An article explains skid causes and prevention for motoring on slick surfaces. It covers rear wheel lockup, force couples, and how steering, brake release, and tire traction affect skidding. Non skid tires and chains prevent slides, while four wheel brakes improve control on wet and icy roads.
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Continental
Europe
Neglected Springs Cause Hard Riding in Cars
The article notes breakage stems from loose axle clips improper heat treatment and metal fatigue not rust rust rarely causes breakage. Regular lubrication prevents stiffness but excessive lubrication loosens springs. Replacing broken leaves only is advised for new springs while old or settled springs should be replaced entirely. A periodical spring inspection and regular adjustment ensure easier riding.
Probable rise in spring pigs indicated by survey
The USDA survey forecasts a 13 percent rise in sows bred to farrow in the first half of 1923 compared with spring 1922, led by 15.6 percent more sows in the 11 corn belt states while southern states trend down. Outcomes hinge on hog and corn prices, with 200,000 replies backing the findings and a broader push toward year round pig production.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Corn Belt
United States
Department of Agriculture
Electric Hand Heater for Steering Wheel
Leather covered hand heaters attach to each side of the steering wheel and connect to the battery to keep the driver's hands warm.
Rat viruses costly and unreliable survey shows
A United States Department survey finds rat viruses unreliable and costly compared with actual rodent control. The report notes widespread infestation across 27 eastern states and similar issues westward, highlighting community campaigns in Utah and Iowa with school programs, bulletins, posters, and bait use resulting in many rats destroyed and buildings rat proofed.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Biological Survey
North Dakota Agricultural College
Bureau of Animal Industry
Department
Mississippi River
Bureau
Utah
Iowa
Sorting Store Vegetables Reduces Rot Loss
Warming storage and sorting vegetables helps prevent rot by removing decayed items. However, culling sweet potatoes that are rotting in the bin is discouraged to avoid bruising skin and spreading black rot germs.
Care for Farm Implements in Winter Repairs
Many farm implements run low and need repairing much like cars. Winter and early spring provide the best time for this work to keep equipment in good running order.
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Ruar
Ruhrort
Duisburg
Oberhausen
Gelsenkirchen
Bochum
Dortmund
Westphalia
Hardby
Hohen- Syburg
Bureau of Standards
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