Poisonous Plants of the United States Highlighted by Agriculture
The Bureau of Plant Industry reports on destructive weeds and toxic flora affecting livestock and humans. It cites loco weed and water hemlock as major dangers, notes poisoning cases in Colorado and New Jersey, and describes mushrooms like the death cup and fly amanita. The article also covers forced lettuce cultivation and a cube of plant-improving work by Dr. B. T. Galloway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mers
Department of Agrilte
Bureau of Plant Industry
Frederick V. Fille
King
United States
Colorado
Department of Agriculture
West
New Jersey
Oregon
Europe
Asia
Wyoming
B. T. Galloway
Moose in Native Wilds Show Hunters Its Keen Senses
A hunter describes moose behavior and intelligence in northern forests. Bulls become vicious during mating season from September to mid October while cows hide in deep forests. Calves weigh about 100 pounds at four weeks, and a note mentions greenhouse seed production and winter lettuce industry protection.
Secretaries Farm Life and Moose Behaviors Explored
The piece blends anecdotes about Secretary Charles J. Bonaparte and his Maryland farm with observations on moose habits. It notes farm routines and travel to Baltimore, then shifts to detailed, somewhat scattered notes on moose breeding, calls, antler sounds, movement, feeding, diving for watercress, and winter foraging patterns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Charles J. Bonaparte
Navy
Navy Department
Bonaparte
Shortening Moult in Hens Through Feeding Changes
California Experiment Station studies aim to speed up poultry moulting by light feeding then heavy feeding. A half reduction in nitrogenous foods triggers moult earlier, finishing in about a month before normal feeding resumes and fall lay begins. Results are not yet conclusive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Experiment Station
California
Came as a Shock Flossie Dialogue Snapshot
A brief humorous exchange between Flossie and her mother unfolds about the time of Flossie birth. Flossie asks if mother was at home when she was born and mother recalls being at grandma’s in the country. Flossie then questions the reaction to the news.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flossie
Mamma
Grandma’s
Ragged Boy Near End of Sermon Feels Strain
A fragment shows a ragged boy likened to a tired minister near the sermon’s close. The speaker notes his torn clothes and waning energy, hinting at fatigue and humility in a solemn scene.
Ancestral Confession Sparks Quiet Banter at Gathering
In a light exchange, Trushrood brags about Mayflower ancestors while a friend teases to keep silent. The pair exchange playful lines about family history, reflecting a casual social moment among companions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayflower
Trushrood
Tropical fruits and the quest for hardy tropical crops
The article surveys efforts to grow tropical fruits like mangoes pepino and alligator pear in frost prone climates. It notes Porto Rico and the Philippines offer genuine tropical conditions while the United States remains temperate. Cross breeding seeks to create hardy fruits that tolerate cold and frost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Frost
Department of Agriculture
Porto Rico
Tropics
United States
Philippines
Egg Nest Box Described by Maine Experiment Station
The Maine Experiment Station outlines a simple and inexpensive nest box to record egg laying, helping identify and weed out poorer hens. Details and construction are in farmers bulletin No. 114 from the Department of Agriculture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine ‘Experiment Station
Farmers’ Bulletin No
Department of Agriculture
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Guy Elliott Mitchell
Arnica
Northwest
Bonaparte, Farmer
Sahara Desert
Maken
Secretary of the Navy
Geer Manufacturing Company, Inc
Omsakiiatages
Hansane Fu
Columbia Novelty CO
Dept
East
Boston
Mass
Eagle Tank Co
N. Green St
Chicago
Watson-Stillman Co
Dey St
Pensions
Pension Bureau
Taber& Whitman Cco
Warder Bid’g
Washington, D.C
International Harvester Co
I. H.C
I. H
H.C
International Harvester, Co. of America
Chicago, Il, U.S. A
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