Feed costs drag down farmers' returns in 1950
The chart shows returns per dollar of feed across five farm commodities. Eggs yield $1.56 in September 1950 versus $1.72 in 1935-39. Milk trails by three cents to $1.89, hogs bring $1.80 (down 23 cents from 1949. 1935-39 average $1.50). Beef returns reach $2.35. 1935-39 average was $1.39.
Steps to Curb Swine Enteritis Outlined
The American Foundation for Animal Health outlines seven steps to curb swine enteritis. Isolate newly purchased swine for three weeks, control parasites, keep swine from contaminated areas, keep feeding and watering equipment clean, check rations for B vitamin deficiencies, earmark sows and litters to weed out carriers, and watch for scouring weight loss and poor gain. At first signs, diagnose and isolate affected animals.
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Old Tire Tether Method for Cattle Staking</T: Old Tire Tether Method for Cattle Staking
A farmer suggests tying the tether to an old automobile tire casing and dropping it over the stake to keep cattle from winding the tether around the stake. The tire should stay higher than usual to prevent lifting, ensuring the animal cannot pull the tether off.
Chemical thinning boosts apples by fifteenth percent
Agricultural researchers cooperating with northwest orchardists report fifth straight season of blossom thinning in Golden Delicious orchards yields up about six boxes per tree or roughly 15 percent. About 20 000 acres were treated this season.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture
Northwest
Sewing Circle Patterns for Tiny Tots and Juniors
Sewing circle patterns advertise a sleeveless junior dress with a one button jacket in sizes 11 through 18, listing fabric needs for dress and jacket and pattern Nos 3204 and 1940. The Spring Summer Stylist issue promises patterns and a tiny puffed sleeve dress with scalloped yoke, underwear, romper for brother, and yardage details for 35 and 39 inch fabrics.
Travel tips for sealing perfume and curtains maintenance
Practical advice from an era guide on preventing perfume spills during travel by sealing stoppers with colorless nail polish or candle wax and removing with remover. It also suggests securing bedroom curtains with pinch-type clothespins when windows are opened to avoid dirt and drafts.
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