Carrier Pigeon Orientation and Magnetic Myths
A lengthy discussion from Literary Digest analyzes how carrier pigeons navigate home. It cites M A Thaysia on experiments showing pigeons use a combination of sensory inputs, eye and touch, to read the sky and landmarks. Disturbances such as moon phase and atmospheric changes influence their orientation, with morning releases yielding quicker, straighter flights and unsettled returns under unsettled conditions.
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The Mystery of Car 12845 on the Freight Train
A railroad enthusiast recalls seeking the so called sequence car numbered 12845 and claims no one has ever seen it among freight cars. He urges travelers to inspect cars at stations and across the river, noting many cars exist but few match that number.
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Tide Eying Cards In Florence Handed Down Designs
Tide eyed cards once used by forefathers, with Piet coteniet 72 77 or 78 cards. These cards still appear in remote parts of Italy France and Switzerland and are made in Florence with designs handed down through generations.
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Alfalfa gains praise as top U S forage plant
The article notes alfalfa as a leading U S forage crop with wide latitude, high protein hay, drought resistance once rooted, and more frequent cuts in favorable soils. It also lists drawbacks such as hard-to-plow roots, need for drainage, bloat risk, and tender young stands, plus regional rotation practices in Louisiana and northern states.
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