Plan for Its Extermination Dodder Threatens Clover and Alfalfa
United States Department of Agriculture outlines a preventive program against dodder, a parasitic plant harming clover, alfalfa, and other crops. Early control focuses on preventing seed maturation. removal or burning of patches stops seed production and any remaining seed in soil. When infestations are large, plowing, grazing, or burning after drying may be necessary, with five year crop rotations featuring nonhost plants to reduce future risk.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Department
United States
Godder
Storage to Prevent Decay in Home Fruit and Vegetable Storage
J B Keardin of the Ohio Experiment Station explains that proper storage can curb decay. A dry cool well ventilated cellar or basement is essential, with doors kept open during cool parts of the season to aid air flow and moisture control.
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J. B. Ke
Barden
Ohio Experiment Stake
Prepare Early for Next Crop of Corn
Agricultural guidance from the US Department of Agriculture urges late summer and early fall seed selection from the field to gauge vigor and disease resistance. It details drying ears by air, avoiding mildew, proper plowing for moisture conservation, and soil improvement to yield strong corn. It also notes skim milk and buttermilk as excellent feeds for poultry and mentions a non-perishable semi solid buttermilk product.
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United States
Cora
United States Department of Agriculture
Farmers Bulletin
Department of Agriculture
Storage Tips for Vegetables and Fruits
Different classes of vegetables require different storage. Potatoes, beets, and cabbage store best in a dry warm or near freezing environment, about 84 degrees Fahrenheit for some items. Skin type affects moisture loss, with leathery skins transpiring slowly and soft skins like potato or beet losing moisture quickly in dry storage.
Ghost story told by a cook at a family gathering
The group recalls a war era slave camp meeting in Randolph county with a gorilla figure allied to outlaws. A tall man demands guns and a butcher knife at the altar, a vision ends with a penitence and three mournful burials as the tale closes.
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Nancy
West
Enger Lstener
Pap
Sugar Creek
Randolph County
Dimmykrata
Bill Anderson
Frank
Jesse James
Mr. Quantrill
Jake
Parson Hardover
Kansas City Star
Boot legger query cited by Birmingham Age-Herald
A reader asks for a reliable boot legger and mentions a strictly up-to-date operator who runs a private ambulance service, as reported by the Birmingham Age-Herald.
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Birmingham Age-Herald
Sealing Wax Etiquette Through Royal Court Customs
A historical note describes sealing wax etiquette in monarchies, where royalty granted limited use to favored courtiers and state officers received distinctive colors and seals, reflecting status and authority in official correspondence.
Lovers Defy Parental Objections to Marriage
The pair discuss parental objections to their union with the father boasting of lineage and leisure. The youth argues he will not work after marriage and questions the obstacle to their mariage. The dialogue centers on class and approval as they seek a union despite constraints.
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Fwnother
Little Slaters Interest and the Word Idiot
A quaint vignette from Stray Stories shows Little Slater and Little Jennie watching a young suitor, Mr Greene, trying to charm Maude’s family. The girl asks to climb on his knee and jokes about hair pulling as he seeks a word Maude used to describe him. The line about the word idiot is shared in playful irony.
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Slater
Jennie
Maude
R. Greene
The Champion Quote and Snappy Slogans
A fragment from The Champion noting a quip about bedtime with a playful round of sleep talk. It also cites a Life magazine remark about men denouncing gossip only after hearing all details. The text reflects mid century newspaper wit and brief cultural observations.
Sister acts spark crowd amid vaudeville scene in Indianapolis
A chaotic stage moment unfolds as a performer named Sister, described as a tall early 20th century figure, and her partner take a bow after a lively Engle’s show at Abe Martin. The audience reacts with surprise and embarrassment as a gawking crowd cheers for the "pretty girls" singing and dancing.
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Indianapolis
Walker
Abe Martin
Engleh's
Biater
Indianapolis’ News
Motive Amid Immigration Debate Cited by Senator Johnson
Senator Hiram Johnson discussed proposed restrictions on immigration arguing that without limits the native population could be overwhelmed. He warned that failure to act might force leaving the land to immigrants and called for decisive measures to preserve American identity.
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Hiram
Johnson
Patton
America
Wisdom Lies In Corraction Dont Exaggerate Faults
Fragments express a facetious aphorism urging self kindness and personal accountability. The ad hoc quote cautions against dwelling on others faults while suggesting inward focus and self improvement despite mistakes.
Dining Table Dilemma Raises Questions of Discrimination
A fragment discusses whether people discriminate at meals or act thoughtlessly. It mentions concerns about harming delicate tissues and references children. The text provocatively questions behavior and social sensitivity in everyday settings.
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Dodder
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Walt
Blue
Sulfor
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