Control of Bee Disease Is Seen
The US Department of Agriculture reports progress in disinfectants for American foulbrood. Alcohol formalin solutions show promise but not complete sterilization in 48 hours. 20 percent formalin in water is best overall though slower. Proper honey extraction, capping removal, and 24 to 48 hour treatment are required, plus careful colony management to prevent recurrence.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Bee Culture Laboratory
Department
Washington, D. C
Free Wool Scouring Tests Offered by USDA Bureau
Wool growers may have samples graded and scoured free of charge by the USDA Bureau of Agricultural Economics in Washington. Send applications to G. T. Willingmyre to receive a sampling sack and drawing instructions. Lab tests have shown useful data on shrinkage across domestic wools and results include a scoured sample and a report with the shrinkage and official grade.
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Bureau of Agricultural Economics
United States Department of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
G. T. Willingmyre
United States
Grass and Grasshoppers Aid Young Turkeys
Rhode Island experiment station shows turkeys tolerate green food and milk, need limited grain, and should stay dry in wet weather. Keep them near home for nightly returns. allow ample range for natural greens and insect food. select healthy stock.
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Rhode Island
Poison Bait Effective in Control of Cutworms
An inexpensive poison bait is highly effective for controlling cutworms in a newly planted strawberry plantation. The recipe covers about five acres and uses bran, Paris green, cheap syrup, three lemons, and water. Mix dry bran with Paris green, dissolve syrup in water with lemon juice, add chopped peel and pulp, then combine with the bran and stir to dampen evenly. Apply in the evening when cutworms feed at night.
One Third of Limestone Used in Illinois
Approximately one third of all limestone used in the United States for agricultural purposes is used by Illinois farmers. From 1906 to 1925 about 9,600,000 tons were applied in the state, two thirds in the last five years, and over 800,000 tons in the previous year. Local limestone suppliers now meet nearly the entire state demand.
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United States
Ilinois
F. C. Bauer
College of Agriculture
University of Illinois
Farm Hints and Agricultural Practices From a 1920s Page
The article offers practical tips for farmers covering grape pruning, lubrication over machinery, draining tractor crankcases, storing potatoes by greening or sun sprouting, and pasture timing for sweet clover. It notes alfalfa needs and seeding with wheat or oats, compares tree care to livestock husbandry, and outlines egg setting for pullets and hatchery targets.
Any One for Miss Passay in Quiet Courtship
In a tidy exchange May asks about Miss Passay's marriage prospects and Mabel humorously replies that any one would suffice. The light dialogue suggests social expectations and flirtation within a small circle.
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Mabel
Miss Passay
May
Spanish Dancer and Slack-Wire Artist Exchange Quip
A terse exchange on stage features a Spanish dancer and a slack-wire artist trading light hearted insults about fashion. The quick banter highlights a theatrical moment of wit and style aboard the performance.
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Gearie
Vengeance Narratives Through Stray Stories
A fragment from Stray Stories presents a grim exchange about vengeance. It features a character stating a threat posthumously and another replying that the danger will pass, hinting at a fatal outcome and its societal impact.
Seasoned Veteran Lawyer Profile Emerges
A seasoned veteran lawyer known for courtroom tenacity gains renewed attention as colleagues reflect on decades of high profile cases and ongoing mentorship of younger attorneys in the bar.
Witness Testimony Reveals Marital Refusal to Flaunt Affairs
The fragment shows a witness recalling cross examination and a fear of objections while noting a married man in a tense exchange. The dialogue hints at personal stakes and courtroom pressure without providing full context or outcomes.
Hat price and installment plan offered in store
A customer asks about payment options for a hat. The clerk quotes $10 cash or $15 total on installment with $10 down and $1 weekly for five weeks.
Obedient Passage Cited With Quoted Exchange
A fragment from a California Wampua text records a quoted line where a speaker remarks on Tom guiding a moment and a partner responding. The excerpt emphasizes a bold gesture and a corrective admonition within a personal interaction.
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California
Wampua
Still Puzzled First Doctor You Have Cured Patient
Ditto questions which medicine cured the patient after the doctor declares the cure. The exchange hints at uncertainty about the treatment as the patient is said to be cured.
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Flrst
Connections Talk with the Big Men Across Town
A terse transcription notes a person saying she speaks with the biggest men in town on the telephone. The dialogue hints at her influence or access, but details remain fragmentary. No further context or identifiers are provided.
Coal Left in Read Area Sparks Caution
A damaged OCR fragment notes a large lump of coal left in a read area, prompting concern over safety and carelessness with valuable supplies. Local observers urge proper storage to prevent accidents and further waste.
Obscure Bribery Note Highlights Courtroom Mystery
Fragmentary Cairo Bulletin item hints at bribery and a cryptic exchange about gifts and prayers. The muddled text mentions a person and a brother, with quotes suggesting a clandestine motive or test of loyalty.
Political Speaker Faces Mixed Reception at Rural Rally
A rural gathering drew a farmer and a protesting onlooker, with exchanges reflecting tensions between speakers and nearby residents. The event showcased attendance from local residents including a farming community and nearby observers.
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