Lightest potato crop since 1916 signals drought impact
July heat and drought across the United States Canada and Europe trimmed yields. U S potato production projected at 315.9 million bushels by August 1 down from 376.9 on July 1 with New England Western Canada Colorado and other regions showing varied conditions. Apple crops also falter in New England while Ontario Quebec and Atlantic provinces report mixed barrel forecasts.
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Antiques Bought and Sold Offers and Phone
Antique buyers list offerings and invite contact with phone number 18 11. The note invites inquiries about items to buy or sell and provides a contact method for potential sellers.
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Telphone
Maynard Defeats Hudson In One Sided 8–3 Game
Maynard posted an 8 to 3 victory over Hudson on a Saturday afternoon. Merrill’s three hits and a strong field led Maynard as Morrill struggled on the mound against his former teammates. Sowles shone at bat in two towns with three hits two of them doubles and a notable catch. Mayford opened on Morrill in the first inning.
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Hudson
Denoncourt
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Corporal
Billy” Morrill
Merrill
Sowles
Mayford
McGilvray
Sullivan Observes Tufts Trial Session in Boston
P. J. Sullivan attended the Tufts trial as an interested spectator in Boston on Wednesday.
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P. J. Sullivan
Tufts
Boston
King Constantine Accused of Evil Eye After Royal Christening Death
A Greek newspaper recounts widespread worry over Constantine after a godchild infant dies shortly after christening. Venezelists claim the king’s curse brings Greece misfortune as exchange rates rise and bread prices climb. others seek political return to reduce the king’s influence.
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Kemal
Venizelos
Constantine
Arus
Greece
Bible Lessons By Daring Ducts Under Warning
Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children intervened after neighbors reported a Western Massachusetts mother punished children by placing them in a burlap bag and threatening to duck them in a river to compel Bible study. Investigators found older children could recite long passages, prompting change to approved methods.
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Massachusetts Society For the Prevention of Cruelty
Massachusetts
Revival of the Sun Order in Peru for centenary year
The Peruvian government revived the Order of the Sun on the eve of the centenary celebration. Four classes exist: grand cross, grand officer, commander, and officer. Admission and promotions occur only on July 28 each year, Peru's national holiday. Membership may be granted to Peruvians, military, and civilians who merit distinction, plus foreigners who show interest in Peru.
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Peru
Order of the Sun
New World
Man on Opera Table Plays Harmonica During Surgery
Oscar J. Kelley of South Boston refused ether during surgery to remove a bullet in his thigh. As surgeons prepared anesthesia he objected and, on the operating table, fetched his harmonica and played cheerfully as doctors removed the bullet.
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Moonlight Follies and Old Fashioned Film Talks
Ex bathing beauty Marie Prevost now a Universal star in Moonlight Follies is linked to a neighborly rumor. Skunk furs gift from husband inspires coy remarks as Mr Jones seeks respect. Filmmaker Al and Ray Mackeit complete Charles Belmont Davis story The Men Who Would Die for Her retitled Handled Care. Rockett Company production manager Ritchey weighs audience tastes and old fashioned cinema lore.
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Marie Prevost
Bathing Beauty
Mra Jones
Hubby
Mr Jones
Ray Mackeit
Dank
Charles Belmont Davis
Will M. Ritchey
Rockett Company
Nickelodeon
Name Restored for Cataract Canyon in Grand Canyon
The U S Geological Survey reinstates the ancient Indian name Havasu for Cataract canyon and Havasu creek in Grand Canyon National Park also noting the Havasupal people of the Sky-blue Waters. The canyon’s western section hosts a small settlement with less than 200 tribal members and thriving fig orchards and tall corn.
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United States Geological Board
Grand Canyon National Park
Havasu Canyon
National Park
English Sparrows and Dandelions in the Lawn
The sparrow eats dandelion seeds and cleans the lawn of the blossoms, a helpful pest to some. It also damages early pea crops by eating flowers and leaves, making net protection common in Chicago suburbs. The balance of benefits versus harm remains uncertain.
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England
Chicago
Science . Service
State Championship Contests at New England Fair Sept
Teams from Boys and Girls Clubs across Franklin Hampshire Hampden Worcester Norfolk and Middlesex counties compete for state champion honors at the Junior New Fair Labor Day week. Medals and premiums will be awarded to winning teams and standout individuals as county farms bureaus showcase home economics and poultry entries, with large crowds expected.
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American Farm Bureau Federation
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