Alfalfa’s Promising Role in North Dakota Agriculture
North Dakota could build a substantial alfalfa program though seed sourcing and winter hardiness challenge expansion. Officials note Montana Colorado and California seeds often fail in North Dakota. growing local seed is urged to meet a projected 3,000,000 acre future and a 24 million pound seed demand over ten to fifteen years. Brevig cites 1911 Grimm seed yield as proof of profitable potential amid cautious optimism.
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North Dakota
Kansas
Nebraska
Colorado
Utah
California
Montana
Brevig
McKenzieounty
Grimm
Speltz and Emmer Grains From Russia and Germany
Speltz and emmer are distinct grains, with emmer a German name and speltz a similar yet different plant. Both grown in Russia, emmer has been introduced into the semi arid Great Plains from Canada line to the Gulf, 15 to 20 inches rainfall. Emmer is a hardy, rust and fungus resistant grain suited to semi arid regions, drilled like oats, yields 20 to 40 bushels per acre, sometimes up to 63, and is less feeding than oats or barley.
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Emmer
Russia
Great Plains
Canada Line
Gulf of Mexico
Emmers
Carleton
Pedigree Breeding Might Create Hardier Alfalfa
The article argues for strict pedigree breeding over mass selection to develop a hardier alfalfa and higher laying hens. It cites Raymond Pearl’s ten generation study showing offspring of good layers do not outproduce poor-layer progeny, and N B Hansen's latitude on long timelines, advocating precise lineage tracking and selection to cultivate desirable traits.
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Raymond Pearl
Maine
N. DB. Hansen
South Dakota
Pearl
Hansen
Asia
The Horses Shoulders Care Guide From An Old Text
A fragmented old guide advises cleaning horses shoulders daily after work. It prescribes a wash mixture of salt borax and saltpeter dissolved in snow water, brushing to ease skin, and keeping mane away from the collar. Cleaning is urged at night, with morning touch ups if night cleaning is missed.
Curry comb and sore shoulder claim by J Clark Brown
A brief note cites J Clark Brown warning that using a curry comb will scratch the surface of the collar and result in a sore shoulder. The remark highlights concerns over handling and potential impact on shoulder health.
Gasoline Tactics Advised for Gopher Control
A Fertile Valley Farm reader in Fertile North Dakota shares a Farm Stock and Home excerpt detailing gasoline use to kill gophers. The method involves soaking rags, inserting them into holes, tamping shut, and repeating every two weeks as new gophers arrive. Hazel notes caution and recommends using a corked bottle and leaving pipes at home.
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Williston Herald
Hans Anderson
Fertile Valley Farm
Fertile, N. D
Creameries Help Town
The article argues that cooperative creameries unite farmers and merchants, boosting local agriculture and commerce. It stresses how farm prosperity expands market demand in town, keeps money local, and strengthens cash business for merchants.
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Northwest
Aplrit
Cooperative Creamery
Planting Corn Guidance for Efficient, Even Growth
The article advises using a precise planter that seeds evenly and at equal depth, breaks deep and dry soil if possible, cultivates often but not too deep to protect roots, and levels ground to conserve moisture. It recommends testing seed quality with a corn tester, discarding ears with fewer than five vigorous kernels, and securing better seed if the supply is poor.
Stumbling in horses linked to temperament and diet
Stumbling in horses arises from several causes including natural temperament and gait. Frequent neglect of shoeing and long hooves worsen the issue. Increase shoeing frequency, avoid excessive corn, and try switching from corn to oats for possible immediate improvement though a complete cure is not guaranteed.
Lakota Youth Shot While Hunting Near Tolna
Lakota N D April 19 Earl Burns aged 12 was shot and killed instantly while pulling a shotgun into a carriage after a hunting trip with other youths near Tolna. The gun became caught and discharged as he reached the seat. His mother is a widow.
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Lakota
N. D
Earl Burns
Tolna
Burns
Local man wounded in accidental firearm discharge
A man suffered a severe head injury when a trigger pulled during a wheel handling caused the complete charge to fire. Authorities are investigating the incident as a possible accidental discharge with medical responders rushing him to a nearby hospital.
Bucken Arnica Salve Promised Quick Healing for All Ailments
An old styled crime caption describes a boy separated from Bucken Sen Arnica Salve, claiming the salve eases pimples boils scratches sprains bruises burns and cuts. Marketed as quick relief and healing for piles, the ad notes only 26 seats at all druggists.
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