Washington Sidelights on Global Round-Flight Plan
Tentative plans for an around the world flight by army airplanes have been under study by air service officials for months though not yet approved. Routes via Teeland Ireland and via Alaska the Aleutians Siberia and Teeland are considered with wind favorable paths. If approved pilot nations must grant overflight rights, and Congress may need a special act for authorization and funding.
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Washington
Air Service
Weeks
Atlantic
Teeland
Ireland
Pacific
Alaska
Aleuti
Islands
Siberia
Home
Council of the
League of Nations
Roosvelt
Congress
Admiral Sims Critiques Navy Readiness in 1917 and Today
Admiral William Sims, newly retired, criticizes the U S Navy and Washington for mismanagement during World War I and argues the service remains unprepared under current organization. He cites underfunded staffing, a 86 000 man allowance versus 120 000 needed, and warns of continued losses without public support and a robust merchant marine to back naval efforts.
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William S. Shus
Navy
Navy Department
Washington
Admiral Sims
Congress
U S Court of Claims Faces Heavy Winter Calendar
The U S Court of Claims has a crowded winter term with cases totaling about 350 million dollars from World War I activities. Plaintiffs claim vast sums against all government departments for ships railroads troop transport patents and more. A savings bank sues over stolen bonds and coupons, potentially raising liability to 150 million dollars.
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United States Court of Claims
Secret Passages Rumored Beneath the Capitol Buildings
A masonry fragment at the Capitol revealed a hidden opening not noted by the superintendent. The masonry drop breached a shaft unknown before, triggering investigations into the building’s concealed structural secrets. The piece mentions layered construction after the 1812 fire and legends of a treasure chamber beneath the west terrace.
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Capitol
William Thornton
Washington
Dairy calf care and feeding guidelines from Clenga n college
A dairy division guide outlines calf rearing from birth to six months. It covers dam contact, milk amounts, grain and hay rations, stall cleanliness, pasture timing, water and salt, and signs of digestive issues with a substitute milk mix option.
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Clengan College
Lime Corrects Acid Soils and Boosts Pig Gains
Limestone corrects acidity in sour soils and supplies calcium to crops while improving manure effectiveness. It also aids bacterial growth, diseases and insects control, and over time improves heavy soils. In Kansas last spring sows on balanced rations produced 71 percent more pigs than those on low protein feeds.
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Kansas
Freezing Improves Parsnips For Winter Flavor
Freezing improves parsnips when stored in the ground. A good frost helps flavor, and parsnips may be left out all winter and taste better for it.
Feeding the Growing Heifer for Six Weeks Old Calf
The guidance outlines a grain and hay schedule to promote steady growth. Feed two to three pounds of grain daily with a balanced mix of corn oats and bran or corn oats. Provide six to eight pounds of legume hay when not on pasture and sufficient silage. If silage is unavailable, increase hay and grain. Do not rely on pasture alone for heifers under one year. Maintain continuous growth and add ground limestone to grain for heifers under breeding age.
Liberal Feeds Best for Fattening Hogs Says University Expert
B F Ferrin of University farm St Paul argues self feeding yields fastest gains with less labor. He cites corn and tankage as cheap feeds and notes salt must be introduced gradually to avoid poisoning. Finishing weight around 250 pounds suits current markets with shorter feeding periods.
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B. F. Ferrin
University Farm
St. Paul
Mr. Ferri
Selecting Breeding Gilts for Profitable Brood Sows
In choosing gifts for breeding gilts the deep bodied hogs win for vitality and strong heart and lung action. They fatten less cheaply with a well sprung rib but offer more profit, while a slightly slabby appearance can hinder profitability as brood sows.
Sweet Clover Seed Brings High Prices to Growers
Farmers report strong returns from sweet clover seed as supply tightness grows. Limited growers push prices up due to the seed’s scarcity and steady demand.
Sudan Graces for Cows
Sudan grass proves profitable feed for dairy cows as farmers note increased milk yield and reduced feeding costs. Experts suggest timely planting and proper grazing to maximize benefits in differing climates.
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Sudan
Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound Helped Woman
A Colorado woman testimonial describes relief after using Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound for years. She notes improved energy and ability to manage housework and work outside, urging others to try the remedy when other medicines fail.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Day by Day Advertisement Cartoon Dialogue
A brief caption from a Life magazine page shows an old fashioned mother praising Adelbert as a suitable husband while the modern daughter resists. The panel then promotes Red Cross Ball Blue laundry product promising a dainty well groomed appearance for girls.
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Adelbert
Smackover Town Reputs Suspicions Over Dress
A Grudge tavern landlord describes Smackover as a place where a clean shirt and polished shoes invite suspicion of planning an elopement with another’s wife. The quip reflects small town gossip and social codes.
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Smackover
Grudge
Kansas City Star
Nighttime Ro man Eye Balsam Relief Story
A short note mentions using Roman Eye Balsam at bedtime to relieve discomfort. An unrelated line warns it is unlucky to lose $13 on Friday.
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America’s Navy
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Valo
Holstein
WII
Denver
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Lydia E. Pink
Mrs. Linton
West 83d Avenue
Denne Colorado
Lathrop
Haarlem
Holland
Mother Gray
Mother Gray CO
le Roy, WY
Hessig-Ellis
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