Dairy Demonstrations by 13 States at Eastern States Exposition
The United States Department of Agriculture reviews a shift to cooperative club exhibits at the Eastern States exposition. Thirteen states will send 40 demonstrator teams and 10 judging teams to showcase methods from boys and girls club work with Elizabeth Farley of Amherst MA among featured stock displays.
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Medain
Ribbona
United States Department of Agriculture
State Agricultural Colleges
Elizabeth Farley
Amherst
Maas
Misa Farley
Miss Farley
Eafly
Elay
Exposition
Camp Vail
More lime to help Clover faces multiple hindrances
The State Agricultural College at Ithaca reports lime helps clover but notes several obstacles. Insufficient lime supply, winter killing of southern seed, poor drainage, and overly heavy weeding of nurse crops all hinder clover growth.
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State Agricultural College
Ithaca
Tools Required in Garden For Adequate Work
Garden work becomes pleasant with proper tools and timely care. Inadequate equipment leads to struggle, while good implements ease weeding and hoeing during regular hours.
Plan to Eradicate Tuberculosis in Cattle and Hogs
The Eastern States Tuberculosis Conference in Hartford urged area testing and boosted a proposed premium of 10 cents per hundred pounds for hogs bred in TB free counties or farms accredited as TB free. Attendees saw the area plan as most economical and protective, aiming for statewide TB free zones as proof of success.
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United States
New England
Drive Wagon Close to Crib In Basement Barn Sketch
D. R. Van Horn of Nebraska describes a basement barn setup where several items built there are hard to reach. The wagon wheels fit into grooves that curved away from the base, narrowing toward the end. Once started, the wheels are drawn into the groove for proximity to the barn.
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D. R. van Horn
Nebraska
Farm Journal
Better Laws Against Bogs In Sheep Industry Demands Reform
The passage argues that 48 states have dog laws protecting sheep but many are poorly drafted or enforced. Stronger, energically applied USDA guidance could yield better results than better laws that are poorly enforced. Dogs deter entrants to the sheep business, harming the industry more than the damages they cause.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Time to Cut Sweet Clover For Best Second Crop
A North Dakota experiment station trial shows cutting sweet clover 12 to 14 inches high yields a strong second growth. Cutting too low from the stem removes buds and weakens the plant’s future regrowth. The bud forms where stem branches meet, and removing branches reduces potential new growth.
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North Dakota
Hessian Fly Pest Warns Farmers to Watch Fly-Free Date
United States Department of Agriculture urges wheat growers to observe local fly-free sowing dates after past heavy Hessian fly infestations. State stations and county agents publicize safe dates. campaigns across Ohio and other states show effective cooperation and messaging from August to October to reduce crop losses.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Ling
Waite
Egenta
Ohio
Auglaize
Hancock County
Auglaize County
Marion County
Kansas
Missouri
Indiana
Illinois
New York
Pennsylvania
Lnette
Garden Weeds Threaten Crops And Vegetables
Weeds in gardens and fields rob moisture and plant food, crowd vegetables, and worsen crop growth. The text urges aggressive action against weeds to protect yields.
Bordeaux mixture controls leafhoppers on potatoes
Results of two years' study show Bordeaux mixture, 4 lb copper sulfate and 4 lb hydrated lime per 50 gal water, reduces leafhoppers and hopper burn. Nicotine sulfate with Bordeaux helps speed. but higher cost and no lasting effect. Apply thoroughly to undersides, 150 psi, at least three sprays, fourth if needed. spray both leaf faces for full coverage. Bulletin 1225 available from USDA in Washington.
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United States Department of Agriculture
D& Olarea
Bordeaux
Washlogton, Pc
Handy trough to feed hogs
A writer notes feeding hogs by hand leads to spilled feed and messy pens. He suggests the trough as the usual method but warns hogs may crowd the pall and cause waste. Paul Gorton comments on practical hog feeding.
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Paul Gorton
Farmer Improves Trough Feeding With Wide Board Extension
In Power Farming a farmer solved feed access by nailing a wide board to one side of the trough, allowing it to extend through the pen wall. The board runs the full length of the trough, enabling even distribution of feed and easier access for all animals.
Keeping Bees at Work Promotes Better Beekeeping
A one reel film titled Keeping Bees at Work demonstrates best practices in beekeeping and disease control. It covers colony resawing, winter prep, hive unpacking timing, swarm control, and other management details. The bureau of entomology offers comb sampling for disease ID and guidance, with copies borrowable by extension workers or purchasable for about 37 dollars.
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Pew
United States Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Entomology
Millet for Late Feed Boosts Farm Stock
Farmers report a late sowing of millet yields valuable feed with low cost in seed and labor. A small patch of land, kept weed free, can be prepared and sown to produce substantial feed in ordinary seasons. German millet makes good feed when properly cured and is favored by horns, mules, and cattle.
Ohio War Worker Mayor Leads Fairport
Amy Kaukanen, wartime medical service corps member, serves as mayor of Fairport. She promotes the American Legion Auxiliary, praising its inclusive, service oriented principles and its broad continental reach.
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Ohio
Fairport
Indy
Amy Kaukanen
Volunter Medical Service Corps
United States Army
Airport
Kaukanen
American Legion Auxiliary
Werely
The
Legion
Amer van Jiuinhoed
Ujwn
Care of French War Orphans Plans for US care program
The Argonne association, formed in 1918 to aid French orphans, reports success in its plan to care for children in private homes with a community school, playground, and vocational training. It contemplates a sliding scale for a U S program and emphasizes humane, stable placement rather than farming out.
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Argonne Association
France
United States
Welcome for Foch Marks Arizona Visit
Marshal Foch was greeted in Arizona by Secretary of State Ernest Hall during his U S tour as a guest of the American Legion. Hall welcomed him in the absence of the acting governor.
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Marshal Ad
Alttough
Tust
Promi
Ehiptin
Frink Luke, Jr
Fe Anerivan Legion
Beereniyshoe
American Legion Initiatives Spread Across States
Tyron Nebraska and Massachusetts posts lead fundraising for memorials and youth programs. Free traveling libraries are provided to Oklahoma Legion posts, with two month book collections kept per post. Commander Hanford MacNider endorses post adoption of a Boy Scout troop or forming new units, praising scouting as essential to developing future citizens.
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American Legion
Department of Education
Hanford MacNider
The
Legion
America
Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Testimonial
A mother from Wauseon Ohio reports her daughter suffered back and leg pains causing periods of weakness. After using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound two years ago she improved greatly and can work again though she avoids heavy tasks. The letter endorses the product for mothers with ailing daughters and invites publication as a testimonial.
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Wauseon
Ohio
Lydia E. Pinkham
Lydia B. Pinkham
A. M. Burk
Mre
Burkholder
Mothuers
Lost His Spokes
Charles performed in his first stage appearance amid nervousness. His mother urged him to note he did well despite fear. He replied he was not scared, but he worried his voice showed it.
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Charles
Yulee
One or the Other FPluhb-Are Always Tell Ans Woman
An unclear report notes a conflict between two parties and a woman involved. The piece suggests harm or betrayal, mentioning a best friend and a fatal outcome tied to New York Sun. Limited readable facts emphasize interpersonal tension and possible crime context.
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New York Sun
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