Indiana Corn King Crowned At 1920 Exposition
Troyer of La Fontan Indiana won the sweepstakes with a ten ear sample of Johnson county white corn at the International Live Stock exposition. This marks the second Hoosier corn king, with 109 bushels per acre from a 17 acre field.
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Popcorn Popping Tips From Old Farm Notes
The article explains moisture and heat needs for good popping, noting popcorn should hold about 12 percent moisture and begin to pop in around 144 minutes. It warns against excessive drying, harvest timing, and mixing with other corn, and advises storing ears in cool ventilated places and protecting from sun.
Egg prices rise for farmers in 1816 and beyond
Prices received by farmers for eggs started to climb in 1816, rising about 2.4 cents per dozen from 1915. The year saw its largest single-year gain since 1915, with 1917 about 0.7 cents above 1916. In 1918 and 1919 gains continued, and the record monthly price peaked in January 1820 at 64.8 cents per dozen, up from 80.5 cents in January 1910.
Skunk Farming Proposed As Farmer Ally
The U S Department of Agriculture finds the skunk useful for pest control and fur production. Farmers can profit by keeping skunk-proof poultry yards and respecting their dens. A New York year’s catch could be worth around one million dollars, with higher-grade fur potentially more.
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Breeds Dominate U S Livestock and Dairy Cattle
The report cites leading stock shares across livestock. Duroc Jerseys account for 42 percent of U S swine while Shorthorns hold 22 percent of cattle and Holsteins are prominent in dairy herds. Merinos and other sheep breeds total 25.4 percent. Poland China and Chester White are noted among swine, with Berkshire also appearing.
Carle's Hypo-Cod Tonic Ad Claims Fast Health Benefits
Mrs Wiedlich of 1832 Morris Ave declares improved appetite digestion and relief from coughs after taking Carle's Hypo-Cod. The ad urges readers to visit the drug store for a bottle and read the formula on the label claiming the tonic rebuilds the system and steadies nerves.
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Breath Holding Test For Aviation Honors
Some countries require a breath holding test for aviation candidates. A minimum of 45 seconds marks a good aviator, with reports of a world record near 63 seconds.
The Best Medicine Claim Swamp Root Advertising
An ad style item promotes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney liver and bladder issues claiming widespread success. It cites testimonials and a mail order sample offer from Kilmer Co and urges readers to obtain bottles from drug stores.
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Bigon Figure Counts Worldwide Population
The document cites global counts with figures for North America and the United States. It notes 8 473 in North America and 8 803 in captivity in the United States, with a caveat that war operations in Russia may reduce totals.
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