Government Farm Experts Promote Proper Moisture in Food and Humane Slaughter
Government farm experts urge chemists to aid millers in drying to proper moisture levels for flour and meat to reduce shrinkage and spoilage. They outline humane slaughter methods and condemn pithing, stressed water needs for cattle at stockyards, and regulatory efforts to curb long-distance transport of young calves.
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Bureau of Chemistry
Department of Agriculture
Poultry Accounting System Proposed by Agriculture Department
The department of agriculture proposes a poultry accounting system to help owners track flock status annually. It includes monthly and yearly summaries, inventory, balance sheets, and a yearly record with egg and chick counts, home usage credited at market value, and labor costs optional.
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Department of Agriculture
Poultry and Egg Cars Demonstration in Missouri
The department of agriculture and University of Missouri with the Missouri state poultry board conduct the largest poultry and egg handling extension work in the country. Two demonstration cars travel statewide to help farmers and poultry dealers improve handling and practices.
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Department of Agriculture
University of Missouri
Missouri State Poultry Board
Missouri car to improve poultry industry and supply
The report highlights aims to boost profits and public food supply while reducing waste from poor handling. It features a Missouri car with live poultry specimens, breed models, housing and incubating gear, and a unique refrigerator car with cooling and candling rooms, the sole model in existence.
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Missouri
General Farm Co
Changes in Federal Hog Cholera Rules Amended
By order of the secretary of agriculture the federal meat inspection regulations are amended to require a temperature test for hogs suspected of cholera. If fever reaches 106 degrees F or higher the carcass is condemned even if symptoms are not visible in organs or dressed meat. Only healthy appearing carcasses without signs may pass, with doubtful or mild cases allowed for lard processing at 220 degrees F for four hours.
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Secretary of Agriculture
Waste in Vegetables Costs Home Canning Losses
Department of Agriculture experts state about half of vegetables produced annually go to waste. The main cause is that households have not learned how to preserve surplus produce efficiently.
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Department of Agriculture
Mrs Medill McCormick Named Suffrage Congress Chair
Chicago society leader Mrs Medill McCormick has accepted the chairmanship of the congressional committee for the National Suffrage Association. She plans to travel to Washington at once to begin her duties in the new role.
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Medill McCormick
Chicago
Congressional Committee
National Suffrage Association
The Woman Who Keeps on Trying
An ode to a Massachusetts woman whose epitaph on the tombstone hints at perseverance. The piece lauds pride, sacrifice, and silent suffering, likening her to Dido and urging that steadfast effort inspires others to endure.
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Massachusetts
Dido
Carthage
Montessori's Farewell to America Praise
Dr. Montessori visited the United States to explain her educational approach and learn from Americans. An observer calls America a beacon for civilization and praises the American mother as a great wonder of the growing race.
Dress Bags for Garments in the Home
The article advises making protective dress bags to guard gowns and suits from dust. It suggests a bag wider than the hanger, with a 15 inch hanger opening and an 8 inch lengthwise opening, fastened by tape or buttons, with size varying for dresses or suits. It notes bags cost $1.50 but encourages homemade versions.
Campaign to replace bachelors with married lawmakers
Women in Pennsylvania launch a campaign urging voters to substitute married men for unmarried candidates at congress. They argue Harrisburg has many single men who lack understanding of home and family interests.
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Pennsylvania
Congress
Harrisburg
Women to Edit Newspaper in Evanston Purchase
John C. Shaffer owner of Chicago and Denver papers has bought the Index and weekly at Evanston Indiana. The paper will be run exclusively by women with Hetty Cattell of Denver named managing editor and a full slate of women in key editorial roles.
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John C. Shaffer
Chicago
Denver
Index
Weekly
Evanston
Secret to getting boys to Sunday school
A mother of four tells how she solved resistance to Sunday school by placing two boys in classes that fit their needs. A shy boy joins a respectful class and a bashful boy gets a patient teacher, while another class forms a monthly club for the boys. The method stresses tailoring to each boy and relying on the Sunday school to finish the work.
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Whart
Sleeping Robe For Baby Goes Back to Portable Comfort
A baby sleeping robe described as a novelty and practical gift uses white wool ciderdown with pink or blue satin edge. Hooded garment fits over naps outdoors and draft protection in nursery, opening down the front, patterned after a baby’s wrapper.
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New Layette Idea Lets Sew Less with Cut Out Pieces
A new layette concept offers ready cut baby clothes with embroidery. The set includes modern pieces like a flannel barrow skirt with shoulder buttons. Individual pieces may be bought separately and refunds offered if buyers are not satisfied.
New Baby Dress Method From Training School
A nurse training school introduces a new diapering method for infants. Fold the diaper to create a square of double thickness then wrap around the waist and fasten with safety pins. Fold the ends around the legs and secure to form comfortable trousers.
Bathing Baby With Cotton Issues Pleasant Bath Time
Use absorbent cotton instead of a cloth for bath time. Cotton is sanitary and reusable, creating a calm, enjoyable bath. Start with an empty tub and slowly add water to ease the child into the routine.
Pride in marriage fuels harmony over false pride
A discussion on true versus false pride in married life explains how pride can block love and understanding. It argues for open dialogue, mutual forgiveness, and early resolution to keep harmony, trust, and companionship strong despite conflicts and life pressures.
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