Flax Crop Prospects Rise as Farmers Eye 1924 Cash Crop
American flax production climbs with a 50 percent acreage increase nationwide and hopes of 1924 demand. Montana forecasts more than double 1923 plantings as high prices and tariff protection encourage growers. Notes include U S imports, seed use, and markets from Buenos Aires to Duluth with oil and paint demand shaping the outlook.
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United States
Montana
Buenos Aires
Duluth
America
Flax News Highlights Montana Leading Flax Producers
Montana ranks among the top flax states with 1924 acreage projected 140 percent above 1923. Both old and new land can be productive with proper weed control and shallow cultivation. Planting begins after May 19, with optimum yields possible into mid June.
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Montana
Union
Montana State College Extension Service
Tr Tg
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How to Combat Grasshopper Pests in Flax Fields
Flax stays green late attracting grasshoppers that can damage seed balls at plant tops. Spread poisoned bran mash along field edges throughout the worst grasshopper season to reduce and (if possible) prevent damage. Regular, thorough baiting is required beyond a one time application.
Flax Harvest Prompts Transport Distance Considerations
Farmers discuss flax as a high priced crop fit for transport by wagon from railroad distances. Reports note varying methods with binders and headers while some use newer tools and others rely on traditional hogs or teams for harvesting.
Flax Handling Bulletins Issued by Montana Station
The Montana Experiment Station at Bozeman releases bulletins on flax crop handling with detailed directions. Farmers should obtain these bulletins from their county agent or write to Bozeman for the latest flax guidance.
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Montana
Bozeman
State College urges treating flax seed for better yields
Montana Experiment Station workers recommend formaldehyde treatment to prevent crop damage. Treat seed by spraying about one quart of a solution of one pound formaldehyde in two gallons of water, then cover briefly and stir again. County agents can provide detailed directions and supplies.
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Montana
Flax Seed Supply Ties To Montana Acreage
County agents urge farmers with flax seed for sale or buyers for the 1924 crop to contact the nearest agent at once. Agents are compiling seed lists to align supply and demand as Montana acreage is expected to rise sharply, risking seed shortages statewide.
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Montana
Flax Raising Demands Careful Planting and Handling
Farmers urged to seek complete information before planting flax. Guidance emphasizes careful preparation and handling to ensure successful crop establishment and growth.
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Itime
Insurance Company Authorizations and Sheriff Sale Notice
The Montana Insurance Department confirms Milwaukee Mechanics Insurance Company authorized to transact fire insurance in the state until March 31 1925. Minneapolis Fire & Marine Insurance Company also authorized to transact fire insurance, same expiration. A sheriff's sale is scheduled for May 10 1924 at 2 PM in Baker Fallon County Montana, of Bull Mountain Coal & Realty Company property described as fraction Section 5 Township 8 North Range 61 East M P M, totaling 640.24 acres, with appurtenances. Sheriff F F Kelling announces sale.
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Ta Wem
Geo. P. Porter
State OF Montana Insurance Department
Helena
Minneapolis Fire & Marine Insurance Company
Minneapolis
Minnesota
Montana
Geo PP Porter
Saidsurance Company
Land Company
Iseal
William Kirschner
Maude A. Kirchner
Bull Mountain Coal & Realty Company
Billings
UN Court House
Baker
Fallon County
F. F. Kelling
Mont
Loud & Leavitt
Miles City
Fred Arnold
Eau Claire
Wisc
Sheriff Sale in Fallon County Montana 1924
The Central Metropolitan Bank of St Paul and others seek sale of real estate in Fallon County. Property description covers Lots 3 and 4 and portions of Sections 30 and 31, Township 5 North Range 59 East, totaling 480 acres. Sale set for 2:00 PM April 26, 1924 at the Baker County Court House front door.
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Thorval T. Lunder
Sally Lunder
J. A. Brant
First National Bank OF
Baker
Midland Coal & Lumber Company
William T. Westrope
Fallon County
Montana
M.P. M
F. F. Kelling
Summons for Publication in Montana Courts
Public notice summons in two cases. The Jewish Agricultural and Industrial Aid Society sues Nathan Matlin for 300 dollars plus six percent interest from March 20 1911 and forecloses a mortgage on land in Montana. The second suit against Price Orton and Ethel A Orton seeks enforcement of a promissory note of 2800 dollars plus 10 percent interest and mortgage foreclosure on property in Fallon County Montana.
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Sixteenth Judicial District
State OF
Montana
Fallon
Jewish Agricultural and Industrial Aid Society
District Court
County of
Public Notices in Fallon County Mortgage Foreclosures
Legal summonses publish for two mortgage foreclosures in Fallon County Montana. Plaintiffs sue WOLF GORDON and NETTE GORDON and LOUIS KATZ and ANNIE KATZ for sums due and to foreclose security on lands described in sections 12 and 22. Defendants must answer within twenty days or face default judgment with costs and attorney fees.
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Vo- Wolf Gordon
Nett[e Gordon
State of
Montana
Fallon
Meridian
Baker
Ralph Keener
Co J
Louis Katz
Loui Katz
Annie Katz
Ismay
Custer County
Ronge
Merthan
Gee. J Murphy
Plaintif
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Argentina
South America
Legals
District Court OF the
Kate Schmit
Sheriff's
Noe Pen Queeere
Statso OF
Aga Central Metropolitan Bank
St. Paul
Mikineso
I Plaintiff, Iy & Sorpenatiog
al. Hansen
Baker, Montana
Summmons
North Range
Geo J Murphy
Plaiitiff
Fallon Elizabeth
Busch Plainiff
Price Orton
Ethel A Orton
J. L. Barstow
Mildred M Barstow
Ethel A. Orton
Hansen
Mt Phage
Sentinel Advertising
Sentinel Office
Helena, Montana
Brown County
Marswells Kalsemine
See
Pris
Paul
Hubbard
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