Breeding Wild Strawberries for Better Preserving Varieties
United States Department of Agriculture reports on using wild strawberries to improve domestic varieties. Four promising preserving sorts, numbered and yet untested, may fit regional needs for canning and candy. Breeding crosses two parent varieties, wild or tame, and selects from thousands of seedlings for further testing.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Pacific Coast
George M. Darrow
Darrow
Oyster Shell for Hens of Great Importance
A historic tips article extols crushed oyster shell as essential poultry nutrition. It argues 98 percent calcium carbonate in shell supplement prevents soft shells, boosts egg production, and supports overall hen health when combined with balanced feed and sunlight.
Importance of Seed Germination Testing
Thousands lose money yearly by planting low vitality seed. All field crops should be tested, especially corn and sorghum. Seed appearance cannot reveal germination. Last year 141 of 5,000 lots tested at the state seed lab germinated 0 to 50 percent, risking thousands of acres planted with poor seed.
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State
Poop Agricultural Notes on Fertility and Crops Practices
Infertile eggs keep longest and clover seeds recommended over alfalf a for vigor. Acid soils affect yields, leafy seeds boost vita. keep lawns open for best effect. Mower bed placement changes ground appearance. Retail profits rise when produce prices are low and supply ample. Early maturity in small breeds may reduce egg size. age at first laying closely tied to pullet size.
Diphtheria Antitoxin: A Complex Path to Lifesaving
The article argues diphtheria antitoxin saves lives but cannot guarantee immunity and stresses early treatment. It warns against delaying care, notes antitoxin works best when given early, and separates antitoxin from toxin-antitoxin, urging vaccination for prevention.
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P. S
The Silver Lining Of Happiness And Worry
A 1928 Western Newspaper article urges cultivating happiness as the sunny side of life while recognizing worry as a mental drain. It cites mind over matter, cautions against denial of reality, and argues balanced optimism supports long life.
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Atom
Earliest Use of Gold in Coinage Theories
Fragmentary text notes early uses of gold ornaments as money and suggests Lydia or China as ancient origins. It references coins and gold rings, with modern authorities favoring Lydia as the first coinage innovators.
Poiret Paris Dressmaker Tales From a Reporter
Paul Poiret recalls fashion woes in Paris as he recounts a reporter’s tale of a mannequin in a dress shop. A middle aged wife jeers at a glimpse of a gown while her husband, George, mutters a terse response.
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Paul Poiret
Paris
Dros
York
Midule Amd
George
Dreaming Voices in a Quiet Household
A fragmentary dialogue excerpt depicts a mother ill in a dream and a listener named Louise recalling the sleeper’s sudden laughter. The brief scene centers on intimate domestic tension and dream imagery within a small living space.
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Sam
Louise
Phillips Milk of Magnesia Trade Mark Note
An early notice describes Phillips Milk of Magnesia as a trusted anti acid for stomach relief. It highlights its sweetness, gentleness, and suitability for children and adults, noting its registered trademark status with Phillips Chemical Co and its predecessors.
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Phillips Mills
Mary
Phillips
General USA
Oe HL Phillips Chemical Co
Charles H. Pahilisie
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