Dipping for Scab Helps Control Ticks
USDA warns sheep ticks may surge where dipping ceased. Two dips 24 days apart target life cycle. Dipping costs vary. two dips recommended for large flocks with permanent facilities.
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Newspaper
Encampment Record
Location
Encampment, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1917
Page
7
Feeding Work Horses Well In Changing Agricultural Times
An Oklahoma A and M expert advises on economical feed mixing for work horses amid rising farm values and grain costs. He lists available feeds like corn, oats, kafir, bran, and various hays, and gives practical ratios. For 1500 pound work horses at work, a daily 15 pound grain mix with 12 pounds hay is suggested, with alfalfa boosting bone development and adjustments to bran.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Blizzard
Department of Animal Husbandry
Oklahoma A
M. College
Stillwater
Blizzard
Sudan
World Needs Wool to Meet Shortage
The article notes a wool shortage as uniforms take more wool, urging retention of this spring's lamb crop until 1918 to boost the wool clip. It also highlights shoddy wool from discarded garments and factory clippings as a partial supply, processed into yarn and cloth, sometimes blended with new wool or cotton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Aeller
Peeaneote
United States
State Committee On Food Production and Conservation
Weeds Consume Moisture in Dry Seasons
The article argues excess seed leads to higher water use, risking crop yield in dry seasons. It emphasizes removing worthless moisture-taking weeds whenever possible to conserve scarce water and improve crop performance.
Bad Roads Cost Millions in National Losses
Highway economist J B Pop eyepacker of the United States Office of Public Roads estimates direct and indirect damage from bad roads at 280 million dollars annually. He cites slowed commerce, increased vehicle wear, and higher accident costs as key factors. The statement underscores the need for expansive road improvements nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Office of Public Roads
J. B. Popeypacker
United States Office of Public Roads
Red Tape Rules White House Visits Revealed
An article describes the meticulous protocol for White House visits. It outlines Hoover and Tumulty handling requests, the asking process, gate instructions, and the long security routine leading to a meeting with the president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashington
Washington
Wilson
White House
Hoover
Washington Delights in War Time Entertainment Boom
In the capital during wartime a festive mood prevails with more dances musicales and shows than usual. Army personnel in khaki mingle with Washington’s social scene as theaters hotels and public venues surge with activity and new hotels rush to completion before autumn. Inauguration day crowds keep establishments busy and Hoover warns about long meals, yet business remains buoyant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
F Street
Pennsylvania Avenue
Uncle Sam
Mr. Hoover
Arlington Sets Strict Rules On Cemetery Monuments
The president orders no monuments or markers in Arlington National Cemetery without prior approval by the commission on fine arts. Specifications limit dimensions by rank, favoring dignified simple design. Architects have submitted compliant designs for the new cemetery section near the Arlington Memorial Amphitheater, linking to a proposed Potomac memorial bridge from the Lincoln Memorial site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arlington National Cemetery
Commission On Fine Arts
Quartermaster General of
Army
Fine Arts Commission
Arlingtons Memorial Amphitheater
Potomac
West Potomac Park
Unfortunate Youth Robbed Then Arrested as Burglary Suspect
A capital youth, half clothed and mud-streaked, told detectives he was attacked by two men who robbed him of money and jewelry and stripped his clothes except an undershirt. He claimed the assailants moved him to a boarding house room, used a blanket for clothing, and that police released him after relatives supplied clothes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Precinct
Auxiliary plans sewing workrooms for surgical dressings
The article outlines forming a Red Cross auxiliary workroom to make surgical dressings and hospital supplies by needlework and sewing machines. It recommends organizing classes, hiring an instructor, and issuing certificates, with emphasis on standards, instruction, and potential use of membership funds. It notes dressmaking details, schoolwear repurposing, and urging information from the Bureau of Nursing Service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Accard
Bureau of Nursing Service
Bureau
American Red Cross
Washington, D. C
Reducing Waistline Exercise Tips for Daily Use
An old health note describes a waist reducing exercise. Stand with hands on hips, bend the trunk forward, stretch arms downward until fingertips touch floor, exhale while bending, inhale while returning upright, repeat four or five times daily.
Fashion Notes on Ribbon Belts in Young Girls’ Wardrobes
The text describes wide belts made from ribbons that span from the waist to the bust and under the arms. It notes vivid greens pinks and reds appearing in a young girl's toilette and mentions ribbons bordering skirts.
Pinked Sport Hat Adorns Beige Suit
A description of a pinked sport hat paired with a beige jersey suit. The cloche is crafted from layered pinked white broadcloth with a pronounced pinked edge. A small bow decorates the crown at the front.
A Touch of Color Blouse Inspires Home Dressmaking
A sky blue handkerchief linen blouse with hemstitched seams showcases color contrasts and trimming ideas. It features a four inch white frill, sailor collar, turned-back organdie cuffs, Harrow lace on the collar, horizontal tucks along the frill, and Valenciennes lace edging matching the collar.
A Student of Publicity Delivers a Sound Bite
The dialogue features Senator Sorghum remarking that publicity often comes from speaking at the wrong time in the wrong place, highlighting a sardonic view on media visibility and timing in public discourse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Sorghum
Also Mentioned on This Page
United States Department of Agriculture
Farmers’ Bulletin
Oklahoma
Ailfalfa
Ifry
Arlington
Ib, Bram
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