Paper Mulch Shows Value for Hawaii Pineapples
Hawaii pineapple growers using asphalt coated paper mulch to conserve moisture and curb weeds report higher yields and earlier maturity. Dr. Flint from the U.S. Department of Agriculture notes broad potential for impervious paper mulch on crops across the eastern United States, with trials showing 1.5 to 3.9 times yields. The method could expand to corn, beets, beans, and more as cheaper durable papers develop.
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Ashington
Hawaii
United States
L. H. Punt
Federal Department of Agriculture
Flint
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Dr What
Dr. Flint
Little polka dotted drapes charm dressing tables and windows
An article notes oilcotte drapes in new patterns including polka dots and flower sprig prints. The fabrics are praised as charming for dressing tables and window drapes, available in washable colors and designed to fit frames without retooling.
Painting Made Easy for Amateurs and Home Use
The article notes painting is simple in concept but urges careful following of professional guidance. It stresses using quality brushes, stirring as directed, and applying finishes properly to achieve good results, whether walls or furniture, and recommends consulting product labels from reputable manufacturers.
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Inexpensive summer tomatoes suggest using them continuously with grilled tomato on toast and cheese sauce. A slice of grilled ham between toast and tomato adds zest for flavor.
Potted Brief on Beet Meat and Velvet Cleaning
A terse recipe note describes turning cold roast beet into potted meat by chopping twice, mixing with melted butter and anchovy essence, seasoning with salt pepper and mace, then pressing into pots and covering with butter. It also gives a method to clean velvet by cloth with magnesia and a technique to press with a soft blanket.
Summer Breakfasts and Repainted Alderman Building
The article notes summer breakfasts for children with iced fruit drinks and hot cereals. It also reports the Alderman building on Washington street repainted in stone color, owned by Dr. W. N. Alderman, housing Cameron Brothers Insurance and Dr. D. H. Biddie’s offices. Len Bolen won the painting contract.
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Alderman
Washington Street
Gleams of Beauty in Wood Finishes for Dining Rooms
In this era of color many favor natural wood finishes like mahogany walnut and dark oak. When well varnished or clear lacquered they glow under candlelight and reflect objects on them. High gloss floors and matching paneled walls enhance harmony while varnish protects against dampness and eases cleaning.
Athens County Fair Features Women Centered Exhibits
The Athens County fair runs August 21 to 24 with main draws in baking canning cooking and home planning. Exhibits include labor saving devices poultry shows farm crops and class projects by local clubs highlighting women’s farm roles and efforts.
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Athens County
Mt. Ink
Fined as Smuggler Miss Mary Hoyt Wiborg
Miss Mary Hoyt Wiborg an amateur playwright was tentatively fined 2600 dollars after failing to declare about 2000 dollars worth of clothing on arrival in New York from abroad. Some items were purchased in America and she was given a week to prove it.
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New York
Mary Hoyt Wiborg
America
Construction amps done at Beaks gesolim tracks area
Storms last week delayed the storm sewer project near Umonds spur. Crews installed a six tank gas line protection with bricks repurposed from city streets. Open ditch partly through Brass sards line is covered for rotation work as walls rise. Work to finish by midweek under guidance of the service director.
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Tomins
Athens
Pennsylvania Eyes New Airplane Charter Push
Harrisburg news outlines Pennsylvania plans to form an aeronautics bureau and state commission to oversee air transportation charters. Gettysburg Airplane Company seeks approval for operations, with final governor authority and PSC review shaping the venture.
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Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Ture
Bureau of
Aeronautics
Commission
Pennsylvania Pubic Service Commission
State Department
Gettysburg Airplane Company, Inc
Gettys
Outdoor Iron Furniture Colorful Lacquered Pieces for Gardens
The article discusses lacquered outdoor iron furniture as durable and weather resistant for gardens, lawns, and terraces. It explains color choices to harmonize with house tones and landscape, suggesting hues like blue, orange, and green to complement white trim, green foliage, and striped awnings.
Help Wanted in Burg for Operation of Passenger Sightseing Service
Employment notice seeks workers for a passenger sightseeing operation planned between Washington BD C and the battlefield. Local interest focuses on staffing for boat or tram transport, with duties likely including guided tours and customer service.
Real Estate Deals Listed in County Auditor Records
Real estate transfers recorded in the County Auditor J Clyde Edmundson's office cover multiple townships including Athens Lodi Troy Coolville Waterloo and Nelsonville. Transactions include warranty deeds sheriff's deeds and trustee deeds involving numerous individuals such as Mac R Braley Mina Mims Elsie Lindlinger Henry Lindlinger Sadie Landis Carl Buck Luzina Sewell and Mary Lowry along with entities like Athens City and Coolville Corporation.
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J. Clyde Edmundson
Athens Township
Mac R. Braley
Mina EY
Milton B. Mims
Ware
Mina BE
Mills
Milton R.aygus
Elsie M. Lindlinger
Henry Oo. Lindlinger
Mae R
Ginayg Braley
Mac R. Brealey
Mina i
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Elsie M
Henry A. Lindlinger
Angular Violin Body Aids Reach and Comfort, Popular Mechanics Reports
A Chicago maker builds a violin with an angular body to allow the player to reach farther on the strings while shorter fingers can still manage, and to ease holding under the chin. The pattern also claims an improved tone. Meanwhile, Popular Mechanics notes giraffe care is difficult in captivity due to delicate health, with a recent shipment requiring a skyscraper crate for a baby giraffe from South Africa to England.
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Popular Mechanic Magazine
Benya Popular Mechanica
South Africa
Isngland
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