Turpentine From Western Pine Promising for Ore Flotation
A Bureau of Chemistry and University of Idaho study reports that Western yellow pine stumps containing at least 50 percent resinous heartwood can be profitably distilled, with movable single retort plants favored for remote areas. Refined oil and crude distillates aid ore recovery and have germicidal uses, though refining profits vary by method.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau of Chemistry
United States Department of Agriculture
University of Idaho
Department
South Atlantic
Gulf States
Back to Farm Trend Among Pacific Northwest Veterans
A rising movement of about 500 disabled World War veterans in Washington Idaho and Oregon seeks agricultural vocations. The trend aims at horticulture fruit farming and bee culture with several aiming to become farming teachers.
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Washington
Idaho
Oregon
Claude H. Anderson
United States Veterans’ Bureau
Pacific Northwest
Bureau
Mr. Anderson
Veterans’ Bureau
Waverly man and ex UVA student eyes Klan branches
W D Norris of Waverly Virginia a University of Virginia veteran and Kleagle of the Ku Klux Klan said in Hoquiam interviews at the Hotel Nelson that he has near enough applications to start one or more Klan branches in the Northwest Grays Harbor area within the near future potential chapters may form as soon as sufficient interest is gathered from local residents
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waverly
University of Virginia
116 United States Infantry
Kleagle
Ku Klux Klan
W. D. Norris
Hoquiam
Northwest
Nelson
Grays Harbor
Washington Bee Health Affects State Honey Output
Washington faces potential honey shortages if bee diseases are not eradicated. Beekeepers warn that declining bee health could reduce crop yields and honey production across the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Knights of Columbus Launch Major Disabled Veterans Service in 1922
The Knights of Columbus will run the largest hospital aid program of their career as a welfare agency. Veterans in 115 hospitals will receive daily personal service from former K of C secretaries handling writing, shaving, physical training, messenger duties, and distribution of comforts. They will also serve as Santa Clauses during Christmas week and arrange theater and film entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of Columbus
K. of C
Knights
K. C
Casey
Built-in cupboards extend to the ceiling for storage
The proposal suggests cupboards reaching the ceiling to maximize storage space and minimize dirt accumulation. Higher cabinetry increases capacity while reducing dusting needs in exposed wall areas.
Women guardianship questioned over morals in homes
Mrs. Kate Waller Barrett, national president of Florence Crittenton, told the International Reform Bureau that girls admitted to Florence Crittenton homes average 16 years old now, down from 28 years a few years ago, and she questioned whether women are better guardians of morals than men. She described six of her own girls under 100 ruined physically and morally and blamed a national loosening of standards, noting the presence of older 'vamps' as a troubling cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Florence Crittenton
Kate Waller Barrett
International Reform Bureau
A Woman Juror's First Experience in Courtroom Life
A juror recalls a varied jury panel with Ignatius Ryan and a Russian speaker, notes bias and delay in the trial, and describes the jurors' occupations. The piece ends with a photographer’s reflections on men and women posing, highlighting perceptions of realism and charm.
Christmas cactus care and flowering guidance from a 1900s notice
The Christmas cactus Epiphyllum truncatum, a Brazilian native, needs a rest period in July to September to mature buds. Start watering again in October to May, then dry out for two to three months. Provide full sun, a sand to loam soil mix, and good drainage to avoid rot, with a growing temperature around 60°F.
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J. S
Brazil
Men Like to Look Pretty Notion of Photographers
A photographer vents skepticism about the craft and its rewards. He laments the need to idealize and beautify the world for less pay than rivals while pursuing mundane means of survival. The piece contrasts studio life with practical pressures men face.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Apollo Belvedere
Creamery Efficiency Drives Strong Dairy Communities
The Wallace Farmer argues creameries with high volume and skilled butter-makers pay more for butter-fat and deliver higher grade butter. Cremeries handling 600 or more cows support better practices and monthly records show superior butter grades, reflecting intelligent farm organization and broader local cooperation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Minnesota
New York
Chicago
Wallace Farmer
Cattle Tests Find Seven Tuberculosis Cases in County
More than 700 cows near Monte Santo tested for tuberculosis with seven infections confirmed. The state inspector ordered the infected cattle to be killed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montesano
New Industry in Blueberries Grows in United States
The Agriculture Department reports blueberries can be large as Concord grapes through hybridization. Acid soils, good aeration, and root fungi aid growth, with key sites near New Jersey cranberry country and markets in Philadelphia and New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick W. Colville
United States Department of Agriculture
New England
Canada
Michigan
New Jersey
Philadelphia
New York
Department of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
Whitesbog
Browns Mills
Unspecified berries yield in New York markets and crops
The berries sold in New York at a little over $10 a bushel. They bore a light crop the second year after planting. The following year yielded nearly 30 bushels per acre.
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New York
No Naughty Dances Protest at State College
Associated students of Washington State College oppose cheek to cheek dancing and other improper indoor sport forms. At the last assembly they pledged personal and collegiate honor to dancing properly under rules framed by the student social committee and the Student Women's league.
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Washington State College
Postal Cards Save Time Writing For Prices
A ready supply of postal cards around the house helps save delay when seeking prices or information. It encourages prompt correspondence and quicker responses for items of interest.
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Yakima
American Legion
George D. Hubbard
Seattle
Pacific Coast
Chillicothe
Ohio
Board of Appeals of
John EK. Barr
Pacific Northwest Red Cross
District
Capitol
Army
Navy
Marine Corps
Board of Appeals
Hylas Henry
Ignatius Ryan
Ignatius
Scribner
Concord
State College
marHaMs
Mold
Warren Latham
Mfgr
Spokane
Lane
Bell & Gill
Empire State Building
Spokane, Wash
Halliday Hotel
Joe Peddicord
Stevens County
Phoenix Lumber CO
Dept
Wall St
D. Lorraine
H. Sanburn
Washington Consolidated Oil Company
W. Sprague Ave
Wash
Corona Typewriter Sales Co
Howard Spokane, Wash
America
DOG Rem
OIESH
Clay Glover Co., Inc
West 31St St
U.S. A
C. J. Dean
Morrison Sts
Portland
Ore
C. F. Greif
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