Potato Grade Standards Adopted by USDA and F A O
The article explains the continued use and updates of United States potato grades No 1 No 2 Fancy and Money to meet wartime and postwar quality standards It details size and defect requirements for each grade including allowable losses and definitions of terms such as mature bright smooth well shaped and free from disease or insects It notes regional demand for higher graded potatoes and the option to market better quality as Fancy while smaller or damaged potatoes fit No 2
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
United States Food Administration
Bureau of Markets
Food Administration
United States
Amd
Release Dairy Cows Quick at Washington Soldiers Home
A fire drill at the U S Soldiers Home dairy in Washington D C demonstrates a lever linked release system. Cows on both sides of the barn are chained to mangers with a red projection that ejects from the chain when the lever is pulled, freeing all cows in seconds. In a recent drill 129 cows were released in under five minutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Soldiers’ Home Farm
Washington
United States Soldiers’ Home
Washington, D. C
Pastures Stocked for Late Summer Recovery
Pastures stocked for maximum capacity in late summer and early fall should be allowed to recover and grow vigorously to protect grass roots during winter.
Plan to run a servantless home with businesslike routine
An expert in household economics argues women can manage households with less strain by adopting a businesslike approach. She recommends planning daily tasks, alternating sitting standing and walking, and frequent short rests. Emphasizes eliminating unnecessary labor and family cooperation for simple living.
Trusty cab driver fools haberdasher asked
A Minnesota Poolscap piece quotes a Richmond railway station cabbie who repeatedly asks a passenger to specify a destination as he drives toward a haberdasher. The passenger insists on haberdasher, while the driver prefaces each query with familiar dialect. The tale ends with the driver demanding a clear instruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Haberdasher
Yaas
Haberdasher’s
Minnesota
Hubby Good by telegraph note quoted in Dallas News
A short telegraph exchange is cited in the Dallas News where a husband plans to send a message home if prevented from dinner. The wife responds that the telegram has already been taken from his coat pocket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas News
Notice of Property Auction in Lumpkin County Georgia
A notice from Lumpkin County Georgia announces a sale of property belonging to Mrs J R McDonald to satisfy a fi fa issued by the Superior Court of Lumpkin County in favor of TN and Mote. The sale date is listed as December 12 or 21 in 1920, with J M Davis as the clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corca
Lumpkin Coty
Orin
Pata
Mistriieh
Lampkin County
Georgia
J- 22
McWonald
Lumpkin County
TN. Mote
J R. McBonald
J. M. Davis
Cardui Helps Texas Woman Restore Health
Mrs W M Peden of Navasota Texas describes recovering strength after health declined. She says nervous fatigue rule, improved after using Cardui, regaining appetite and rest, then continuing as a tonic. She endorses Cardui and notes many other women benefit. available from all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Navasota
Texas
W. M. Peden
Cardui
Cardus
Ziron Iron Tonic Promoted As Blood Tonic
A vintage advertisement touts Ziron Iron Tonic as a remedy to restore iron in blood and boost health. It cites a testimonial from Ms. P. G. Gentry of Norene Tennessee praising improvements in both herself and her 14 year old son. The copy claims the product is mild harmless and suitable for children and adults with a money back guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. G. Gentry
Norene
Tenn
Ziron
Woman's Opportunity to Build a Clean Democracy
A civic plea urging women to take a public stand against vice and promote self control. It calls clubs, unions, churches, and communities to organize efforts to close evil resorts, provide wholesome alternatives, and use newfound status and salaries to advance a democratic, clean society.
State takes over Newton Tuttle Home for Feeble Minded
The Newton-Tuttle property near Augusta has been deeded to the state and turned over to the State Board of Health. About 75 000 of the 100 000 appropriation has been spent on purchase and transfer costs leaving less than 25 000 for equipment, repairs, and furnishings. It is unclear when the school will open, with only a few high grade children to be admitted initially. Executive officer: Dr. T. F. Aber Crombie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton-Tuttle Hore
State Board of Health
Augusta
Saile
T. F. Aber Crombie
Capitol Square
Atlanta, Ga
Also Mentioned on This Page
P. L. Cox
Jile
Porter Springs
Chestatee
Cromby
Shoal Creek
Wahoo
Peck’s
Martin’s Ford
G Stephens
Dalitoneges
Pouren
Mr. Gentry
Norene, Tenn
Foley
la Grippe
Lewis Newman
Northland St
Charleston
W. Va
Hl. Tead
Frank Moore
Phew
Tos
Hheumavusin Nermedy
WONEY
Backwane
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!