Vermin campaign raises debate over wildlife balance
A gunpowder company promotes a vermin hunting drive targeting species from snapping turtles to starlings, sparking nationwide debate among naturalists and officials. Critics warn it could disrupt ecological balance and public safety while some states relax rules on killing listed animals.
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American Nature Association
Crow Debate Spurred by Nebraska Farm War on Crows
Farmers in Madison and Antelope counties Nebraska wage a crow round up after claiming crop devastation and livestock predation. The debate cites diet and insect control as arguments for and against widespread extermination while authorities warn against biased campaigns and urge measured policy.
Cedar chests best to store woolens in moth protection
The United States Department of Agriculture reports red cedar chests in good condition protect fabrics from clothes moths when thoroughly heated brushed and prepared before storage. Proper sealing and cleaning plus sunning and brushing of garments enhance protection. naphthalene and paper wrap can substitute in airtight chests.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Baked Bananas Dessert With Raisin Sauce
Baked bananas with raisin sauce recommended by the United States Department of Agriculture. Select firm bananas, remove skins, split lengthwise, coat with corn syrup, bake until soft, and serve hot with raisin sauce. Sauce mixes cornstarch sugar water salt and vanilla added just before serving. cook 15 minutes.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Dishes for Soft Jelly Use as Prepared by USDA
When jelly fails to set firm there are many uses. Use soft jelly in punch with fruit, whip into cream for flavor, or bake with dessert. Serve as sauce for blanc mange cakes or ice cream. Spread on hot bread or in sandwiches. roll or cake is easier to spread than firm jelly. Mix with coconut to line a dessert mold and form confections by dipping cubes in chocolate.
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United States Department Agriculture
Unit States Department of Agriculture
Tarnish Removal for Copper Brass and Bronze
The article explains tarnish on copper, brass and bronze can be removed by friction or weak acids. Rottenstone with oil creates a cleaning paste, followed by polishing with a cloth and a final dry rubbing. Oxalic acid solutions, buttermilk, or vinegar help dissolve tarnish if warm, but all cleaners must be rinsed off to prevent quick re-tarnish.
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United States
Preservation of Eggs in Lime Water
The United States Department of Agriculture notes lime can substitute for water glass to preserve eggs. Lime solution may impart lime flavor but is sometimes satisfactory. Mix unslaked lime with water, dilute with cooled boiled water, let settle, pour clear liquid, place eggs in a jar, and cover with limewater ensuring a top layer is submerged.
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United States
Better Work in Well Equipped Kitchen
The kitchen is the workshop in farm homes and should be well lit with organized space. A bright comfortable kitchen with good tools saves time and effort for the housekeeper and helpers, reducing fatigue and wasted energy.
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