Hot Formaldehyde-Dip Aids Potatoes Against Disease
Potato scab and black leg cause annual losses to growers. The hot formaldehyde dip emerges as the fastest effective method, soaking seed potatoes for two and a half minutes in a 40 percent formaldehyde solution at 125 degrees Fahrenheit, then covering for two hours. The method scales for large lots by maintaining the same proportions.
Unsoiled Eggs Require Clean Nests and Feet
The New Jersey State College of Agriculture at New Brunswick warns eggs from clean nests and hens’ feet are market essentials. Keep nesting material clean, avoid roosting on nests, provide clean litter, and daily cleanings while cleaning dropping boards at least twice weekly.
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New Jersey State College of Agriculture
New Brunswick
Whitewash technique for Henhouse interiors
The Nebraska Agricultural College advises whitewash on henhouse walls to brighten interiors in winter. Prepare with quicklime, salt, ground rice paste, Spanish whiting and blue, then heat and apply hot. Add molasses for penetration and soap to impart gloss. use an ounce per gallon with the mix.
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Nebraska Agricultural College
Value of Pumpkins for Dairy Cows and Swine
Pumpkins are used for both cows and hogs with Vermont trials showing one ton of pumpkins equals 350-400 pounds of hay or 800 pounds of silage for dairy cows. Seeds have substantial nutrients and should be fed with the pumpkins, though pumpkins should not dominate the ration especially for heavy milking cows.
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Vermont
Beef Prices Fluctuate With Cattle Butcher Market
Plain corn fed cattle fetch peak prices in late winter and spring. After May or early June grass cattle flood markets, pushing down prices through summer and fall.
Census reveals astonishing effect of Lydia E Pinkham’s Compound
In a 1920 Census era appeal, employers and workers note the health benefits of Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound. Anecdotes from Mrs W M Bailey of Atlanta and Anna Corn of Parkville credit the remedy with improved strength, appetite, and ability to work and manage homes.
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Infant Death Rates and Birth Rates Compare France England
The article notes France has a stationary population due to higher infant mortality. It cites 10923 birth rates of 10.4 per 1000 in France and 19.7 in England, with infant deaths under one year at 96 per 1000 births in France and 69 in England.
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France
England
Diamond Dyes Color Things New
Diamond Dyes offer a 15 cent package with simple directions for tinting delicate shades or dyeing permanent colors on silk, wool, or fabrics. The ad urges buyers to tell the druggist material type and notes various fabrics and garments that can be colored.
Arts vs Science Course Choices Prompt Debate
A youth and a girl discuss college course advantages. He chooses arts over science saying it seems better for men. She asks for reasoning and he adds that everyone says arts is easier to forget.
Bayer Aspirin Ad Warns for Genuine Labeling
Demand Bayer Aspirin only when the package or tablets bear the Bayer name to ensure safety. The ad states Bayer has been proven safe by millions and prescribed by physicians for 25 years and cautions against imitations.
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Bayer
Ady
Honolulu Plans Water Supply Extension for Rapid Growth
Honolulu engineers estimate population will rise from 100000 to 270000 within thirty years, driving expansion of the city water supply system. The plan outlines infrastructure needs to support future municipal demand and growth.
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Honolulu
Grass for al kali land discovery prompts support
Investigation notes hardy paw grass thrives in poor pasture conditions. Local figures John Zawadke from Marion and others promote easy, free eye preservative that allegedly earns $2 extra daily. Separate ad claims real estate deal with owner only to avoid large commissions by J Johnson of Lincoln Nebraska.
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Wondereus
U. 3
John Zawadke
Marion
Age Cakes Many a Temptation Poised in Skin Deep Color
A literary line notes temptation in bright colors that appeal outwardly but conceal inner shallowness, reflecting Henry’s view on appearances versus reality and moral restraint.
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