Costs of Using Horses on Corn Belt Farms
United States Department of Agriculture surveys the 1921 costs of work horses on corn belt farms. Net cost per horse runs about $99.21 annually with 723 hours of work per year and 13.7 cents per hour. Feeding dominates costs. pasture and efficient use recommended to reduce expenses. bulletin advises limiting surplus stock and raising colts.
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United States Department of Agriculture
M. R. Cooper
J. O. Williams
The
Bulletin
Washington, D. C
Live Stock Experiments Across 26 USDA Points
The United States Department of Agriculture conducts experimental livestock work at 26 principal points outside Washington. Topics include feeding breeding insect and parasite control predatory animals and other livestock welfare subjects. Stations mimic farm and range conditions to ensure applicable results for livestock producers.
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Washington
United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Plant Some Rhubarb and Asparagus Early
A dozen hills of rhubarb and a row of asparagus 25 to 50 feet long are indispensable in every home garden. They yield tender shoots early in spring and provide laxative elements often needed at that time.
Tuberculosis Found in Slaughtered Hogs in 1922
Federal inspectors report in 1922 that about one hog in seven showed tuberculosis lesions. Of 39,416,439 hogs slaughtered, 5,640,061 had lesions. Losses from condemned pork exceeded two million dollars as eradication efforts continue through 1925 with 21,132 accredited herds and over half a million cattle now Tuberculosis free.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Soybeans and Corn Together Boost Yield and Value
Ohio experiment station finds no yield loss for corn when planted with soybeans. Over three years, mixed plantings yielded about 180 pounds per acre more for hogging down and more silage, with 11.2 tons per acre for corn soybeans versus 8.2 tons for corn alone. The mix proves profitable in wet seasons and poorer soils. inoculate soy seed and lime acidic soil. Dairy cows fed the mix require less bran and oilmeal, and the crop adds about 36 dollars per acre in value.
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Ohio Experiment Station
Advantages of Motor Trucks in Corn Belt
United States Department of Agriculture reports in Farmers Bulletin 1314 the experiences of over 500 Corn Belt farmers who owned motor trucks for more than two years. The bulletin analyzes truck size cost of operation hauling performed and the advantages and disadvantages of ownership. Copies available from the USDA in Washington.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Farmers’ Bulletin
Corn Belt
H. R. Tolley
L. M. Church
Division of Agricultural Engineering
Washington
San Jose Scale Attracts Growing Attention Across States
The San Jose scale is drawing increasing notice in Rhode Island Ohio Georgia Indiana Illinois Idaho Texas and New Mexico. Reports to the USDA indicate lime sulfur spray is less effective due to poorer applications while well sprayed orchards show reduced infestation. In Idaho heavy scale along Snake River shores reinfests nearby fruit trees. In Illinois up to 60 90 percent of unsprayed scale remains alive. Emmett and Parma Idaho orchards report infestation even in well cared for trees. Boise Idaho sees scale on currants pears cherries apples and roses.
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San Jose
Rhode Island
Ohio
Georgia
Indiana
Iliois
Idaho
Texas
New Mexico
United States Department of Agriculture
Illinois
Bureau of Entomology
Snake River
Emmett
Parma
Bolse
Garden worth on average farm at least a good profit
The garden is described as highly profitable for a farm, capable of almost supporting a family and yielding surplus eatables for sale. It also notes that the front-door market is a viable option as people travel by automobile.
Summer wraps set fashion with tucked cloth suits
In a 1923 Western Newspaper Union item, designers favor shawl effects and tucks in suits and dresses. Heavy marocain crepe wraps, knife-plaited ribbons, and braiding define the season, with coordinating capes and two piece dress effects showcasing refined elegance.
The Man Who Was Not Afraid and Nehemiah’s Wall
Lesson on Nehemiah the cupbearer who led Jerusalem's wall rebuilding. It covers preparation, division of labor, and overcoming scoffing, conspiracies, greed, and threats. The completed wall in 52 days demonstrates faith, prayer, and strategic safeguards.
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Nehemiah
Jerusalem
Shallum
Sanballat
Tobiah
God
Undefined Quotations In His Mind Complete Persuasion
A fragment quotes an inscription about self perception stating that nothingness vanishes when all is believed about the self. The line emphasizes internal struggle and existential doubt through short, stark wording.
Easier Than to Think Quote by Cowper
A compact quotation notes that following foolish precedents and winking with both eyes is easier than thinking deeply. The line reflects a critique of mindless conformity and shallow consensus.
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Cowper
Tricks of the Wand and the Hazel Wand of Chance
Quotation notes how knowledge can be exposed by chance and the metaphorical wand, attributed to Tupper. Mentions “hazel wand” as a symbol of discovery and insight guiding intellect.
The King of Stores A Chicago Department Giant Described
A Chicago department store occupies an exclusive building spanning from 43 feet below street level to over 200 feet above. It employs 9,000 to 12,500 workers during peak periods, runs 350 delivery vehicles, and handles about 36,000 daily calls rising above 50,000. The basement holds 170,000 square feet, two elevators move 25,000 passengers per hour, and the seventh floor hosts a massive dining room serving 8,900. two dining rooms feed 250 cooks, 500 waitresses and staff daily. Power equal to a city of 100,000 lighting needs sustains the operation.
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Chicago
America
Newpork
Hera
Wight
Jumel Mansion History and Revolutionary Era Ties
The Jumel Mansion in New York near Amsterdam Avenue is a famed Georgian house tied to Colonel Robert Morris, General Washington, and pivotal Revolutionary War events. It later served as Calumet Inn, Dutch and American leadership hosted there, and became a museum after 1903 under the Daughters of the American Revolution.
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Robert Morris
Jumel
Sixtieth Street
Amsterdam Avenue
New York
George Washington
Albany
Washington
Stephen Jumel
Mme. Jumel
Aaron Burr
United States
Alexander Hamilton
Weehawken
New Jersey
Attorney Chase
Burr
Mme
James
Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution
Western Newspaper Union
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Department of Agriculture
P. B. Fitzwater
D. D
Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Doudan
Marvels
the King OF Stores
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