White Pine Blister Rust Threat to Forests in US
The United States Department of Agriculture warns that white pine blister rust may seriously injure all white pine forests nationwide. It already exists in New Hampshire Vermont Massachusetts Connecticut New York and Pennsylvania and threatens owners nationwide. The rust spreads via currants and gooseberries and via nursery stock. Detection includes irregular bark swellings, yellow spores, and mealy masses on leaves. Inspectors can be arranged through Washington, and infected stock must be destroyed to prevent spread.
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United States Department of Agriculture
New Hampshire
Vermont
Massachusetts
Connecticut
New York
Pennsylvania
Europe
United States
Farmers’ Bulletin
White Pine
Department of Agriculture
Washington
When the cow is liability in eastern Pennsylvania farming
Department surveys show cows yielding under about 80 dollars yearly are liabilities. Larger herds of such cows reduce farm profits in eastern Pennsylvania.
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Department
Pennsylvania
Eradicate Farm Pest by Two Methods for Weed S Control
Minnesota agronomist B L Kennard outlines two attacks on quack grass, growing a cultural crop and summer fallowing, with tenacious root stocks and seed spread. He urges total suppression of green growth for five to ten years, deep fall and spring plowing, and frequent soil cultivation to starve roots.
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B. L. Kennard
Minnesota
Mr. Kennard
Growing Mutton and Wool on Small Farm Flocks
Western farmers overlook a revenue source by keeping small sheep flocks as wool and sheep production declines. A 20 to 30 head flock can be sustained on weeds and waste grain with little extra cost. At 80 cents per pound wool, such a flock could yield $60 to $80 annually plus 25 to 30 lambs and fresh mutton for the table.
Observing Fruit Trees To Improve Yields And Health
The note urges growers to study fruit tree varieties closely. It compares trees to animals, noting heavy bearers maturity and high-grade fruit, while shy bearers are prone to disease and insect damage. Understanding tree tendencies enables better treatment and results.
Windows in Poultry House Plan for Summer Airflow
Advice to remove south windows and keep doors open at night to maximize ventilation for poultry. Emphasizes that birds need air to stay healthy and comfortable for good productivity.
Grain for pigs on alfalfa pasture
North Platte Nebraska data show pigs gain best with grain rations of 2.5 to 3 pounds of corn daily per 100 pounds of live weight. Pigs fed alfalfa alone yield poor gains. higher corn prices reduce profitability. at 70 cents corn and hogs at 7.5 cents, an 8 percent ration remains most profitable.
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North Platte
Neb
Feeding Calves Dry Grain and Milk Ration Tips
The article advises using dry grain like corn or barley to supply fat when feeding skim milk to calves. Avoid mixing feeds with milk to prevent digestive troubles. Grind grains for the first month, then switch to whole grains, and feed all grain dry in a trough for best results.
Two Columbus Men Patent Six Wheel Drive Truck
Two Columbus men patent a heavy duty six wheel truck with a two vehicle setup. Auxiliary bolsters extend transversely to distribute load and reduce rear axle stress. The patent rights are assigned to a Columbus corporation for the heaviest truck work.
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Columbus (G
Active wartime record noted for Graham and Stubbs
The Richmond based Timer Dispatch notes Graham’s notable wartime activity as he eluded recruiting officers throughout the major conflict period. Stubbs confirms the claim, highlighting persistent wartime entanglements and a reputation for evasive service during the period.
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Grobbe
Graham
Stubbs
Richmond
Timer Dispatch
Must Spray At Right Time In Spraying Field
An old saying asserts time and tide wait for no man in spraying. The exact moment to spray comes and goes, and being unprepared means missing the season. Delays reduce effectiveness and coat quality suffers.
Increase number of eggs for better year end profits
The article advises forming a confidential relation with hens through careful handling and slow movements. It notes that hens can reduce egg production at will, and stresses consistent, gentle treatment to improve the year end money outcome.
To Get Mammoth Roasters From Crossing Birds
Mammoth rosters may be obtained by crossing a large vigorous white Plymouth Rock cockerel on big well developed yearling light Brubing hen. Feed them well caponize the cockerels and you ought to get 12 to 14 pound birds at one Olpe or ten months old.
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Olpe
At the Home Plate. The Catchar And How Do You Like Married Life
A playful sports quip from a baseball page features a newlywed shortstop joking that his wife, now a catcher, always doubts his safety at base. The light exchange captures team banter and marital humor within the club.
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Jerry
Jake
Puck
Calendar Conundrum Splits the Household
In a humorous exchange, one character laments the mutilated calendar while another suggests the cook habitually removes dates. The light domestic banter highlights a playful domestic riddle about time and routine.
One of the Many Irate Farmer Confronts Road Obstruction
An irate farmer challenges a motorist asking who owns the road. The motorist responds with a quip about others using the road and hints at deception from the authorities guiding public claims. The fragmentary exchange suggests tension over road access and authority.
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Denor
Thera
Hite
Odd Prices to Hide Cast in Foreground Tales
A collection of peculiar notes on hidden valuables and odd sayings set in crime and history. Mentions old cannons in Shoreham and Peel Park Bradford, a Crimean discharge papers haul, and a £100 note find. Interludes include quips about marriage, tramp life, and a quaint Lombard town’s crown history.
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Forest Hill
Shoreham
Peel Park
Bradford
Liverpool
London Chronicle
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