Rubber Roads Save Money on Texas Test Road
A 500 foot rubberized asphalt stretch outside San Antonio tests if natural rubber powder mixed with asphalt can cut road maintenance costs. If successful, rubber road surfaces may save millions nationwide, with experiments also in Virginia Minnesota Ohio and Canada. The effort is backed by the Natural Rubber Bureau in Washington.
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County Agent Recommends DDT Mix for Cutworm Control
In Lamar County Texas last year cutworms damaged cotton and vetch crops. W L Scott the county agent advised a 5 percent DDT and sulphur mixture which proved effective, as did spraying with Toxaphene and DDT.
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Insects Found Transmitting Cork Disease in Sweet Potatoes
Reports from Dr A A Dunlap at Texas A and M College identify the green peach aphid Myzus persicae as a carrier of the internal cork disease in sweet potatoes. A small leafhopper is also suspected among other insects carrying the disease.
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May Save Pigs Guard Rails and Brooder Promote Piglets
Guard rails and a pig brooder in the farrowing house may save many baby pigs from being crushed or chilled. The article notes toys must be healthy to keep pig production profitable and stresses proper care.
How My Faith Has Helped Me Through Life's Storms
The piece reflects on faith amid adversity, urging resilience and trust in God. J C Penney emphasizes that America should choose the hard right over the easy wrong and that faith, work, and parental influence shape personal and national strength. The tone aims to inspire youth to value perseverance over genius.
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Powdered powder helps heart need in New York study
A New York Medical College surgeon uses talcum powder blown into the pericardial sac to irritate heart tissue and stimulate new blood supply. Of 42 patients treated for artery blockage, 27 say they now lead normal lives, with powder remaining in the sac for years.
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New York Medical College
How to Hake Rolled Hem
A rolled hem is recommended for fine lingerie meekwear handker chiefs and baby clothes. It may be used on a bias or straight edge. Roll the edge of the fabric between the thumb and first finger toward you. Then catch the roll in place with fine hemming stitches. Use a fine needle and thread.
Molasses-Based Feed Equally Improves Texas Cattle Gain
Texas Experiment Station findings show citrus molasses yields higher feeding value for fattening cattle when fed at four pounds per head daily compared with two or three pounds.
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A concise reflection on virtue and perseverance in competition stressing fair play, consistent effort, and unwavering integrity as keys to overcoming obstacles and handicaps.
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