Rapid transit makes world seem smaller in France study
A review of A Lattour's chart in La Nature notes that over centuries travel time to Paris from cities like Marseilles shrank dramatically from 1814 to 2000 as railways improved. The map shows France shrinking along railway corridors, with varying gains by direction, and travel costs also falling though less uniformly.
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France
Department of Public Works
A. Lattour
la Nature
Balzac
Paris
Marseilles
Department
Beine-et-Oise
Brest
Turbot Rearing From Fish Ovum Demonstrated Abroad
M Anthony at the St Vaast houbue marine laboratory observed artificial rearing of turbot from fish ova. Ova released into running sea water formed a larva by day seven, nourished in the vitellus envelope, with artificial feeding begun early. An accidental water stop killed many ova during the trial.
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M. Anthony
Marine Laboratory
St. Vaastii Hougue
England
Effects of Earth's Rotation on Trees and Water
A concise study notes how Earth's rotation causes twists in trees and ripples in water. It links deflection phenomena to rotation and Coriolis effects observed in ordinary environments.
Twisted Tree Trunks Linked to Earth and Storm Rotations
Historical theories suggest earth rotation twists tree trunks and storms share a common rotational influence. Belgian geologist Van den Broeck argued that trunk torsion could reflect growth conditions and the sun’s path, predicting twists in the direction of the moon’s apparent motion.
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van den Broeck
Jean Brunhes
la Nature
Vian den Broeck
Twist and cyclones linked by Earth rotation says expert
The discussion notes possible links between tree twist, cyclone vortices, and water swirl directions tied to hemispheric rotation. Varied opinions about acta and explanations are reported, with the author pointing out that southern hemisphere winds and twists may rotate oppositely to northern ones, though evidence is lacking.
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van den Broeck
The Cigarette Critique and Inhalation Debate
Claude Woolley of Baltimore argues tobacco harm stems from how it is used rather than amount. He notes cigarettes are inhaled, exposing lung membranes, while pipe and cigar smoke contact fewer mucous surfaces. He acknowledges fumes from burning paper may irritate the mouth and throat but downplays tobacco itself as the main danger.
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Claude 8. Woolley
Baltimore
Farm Waterworks Outline for Gravity Fed Trough
Instructions describe installing a pump and iron piping to fill a large tank above a trough. A three foot high eight foot diameter tank feeds water via gravity through pipes to a trough and house faucet. The Missouri Valley Farmer note emphasizes pumping the tank full and immediate flow when the faucet is opened.
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Missouri Valley
Fertility of Soil and Value of Farm Manures
The article explains soil fertility relies on soluble plant food, renewed by rock weathering and organic matter. It notes nitrogen fixation by legumes with bacteria, and compares farm manure to commercial fertilizers, valuing organic matter for humus and long term soil health.
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D. J. T. Willard
Kansas
Keep Up The Wheat Land Through Rotation And Fertilizer
The article argues fertility decline in wheat lands requires annual fertilization and rotation with leguminous crops. It recommends potash and phosphorus, periodic sod turning, and proper drainage to restore yields approaching or exceeding levels from 40 years ago. Improvement takes time and consistent effort.
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Lewé
Middle West
Farm Scales On The Farm A Necessity For Every Farmer
A writer in Farm and Home extolls wagon scales as essential in farming. He notes weighing 20 000 bushels of onions for a storage buyer and compares loads with buyers. He argues scales give satisfaction and accurate sense of business, urging farmers to install scales and read farm journals.
Treating Seed Potatoes for Scab
Treating seed potatoes for scab by soaking two hours in a solution of one half pint formalin to 16 gallons of water. When planting avoid ground that recently produced a scabby crop.
Road Drag and Harrow Technique Praised by Farm Correspondent
A Kaneas correspondent in Farm and Home extols a road drag and harrow described as superior to any seen. The front piece uses a 4 by 4 oak strip ten feet long, forming the main assembly.
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Kaneas
Farm and Home
Reconstruction of a farm harrow mechanism description
The passage explains a road harrow with three inch spaced harrow teeth driven by ordinary equipment. It details rear pieces a and timber 2x6 ten feet long faced with metal, metal bottom, and a one inch projection. Wooden blocks d and top strips c keep pieces apart on bolts f, creating a level read while harrowing and scraping.
Wheat and Chaff on Farm Life and Progress
A rural column urges practical improvements for farmers including storm windows wood preservation and farm home planning. It praises the farmer’s pride in work, notes straw burning still occurs in some regions, and extols the manure spreader for efficient land feeding.
Soybean Maturation and Yields in Indiana Trials
Indiana experiment station reports Ogema soy beans mature in about 95 days, Ito San and Early Brown around 115 days, No 12 399 about 130 days, and Medium Early Yellow roughly 150 days. Early Brown leads yields at 29.4 bushels per acre in the north and 19.8 in central Indiana. Ogema ranks last in both regions at 14.5 and ?
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Indiana
Carbolic Acid Fails to Cure Tree Scales
Prof J B Smith of New Jersey reports that painting trunks with carbolic acid may kill scales upon contact but cannot reach the sap circulation to kill them systemically, undermining last year’s remedy claim.
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Acta
J. B. Smith
New Jersey
Do Not Use Milk Preservatives Warned By Health Officials
A caution warns against using milk preservatives such as formaldehyde salicylic acid or Serié acid as dangerous to health and life. It urges safe pasteurization and cleaning methods as the best precautions.
Delicious Uses for Honey in Everyday Cooking
A Suburban Life guide extols honey as a sugar substitute in tea coffee and cakes. It details flavors dark buckwheat versus white clover honey and provides recipes including custard bread fritters omelets and a honey sugar blend for cake fillings. It claims honey improves flavor and healthfulness and offers practical frying and serving tips.
Oysters and Shrimp Pie With Mushroom Shellfish Sauce
A recipe for oyster and shrimp pie uses blanched oysters in their liquor, equal prepared shrimp and button mushrooms, a white sauce with butter flour and oyster liquor, lemon juice nutmeg salt and pepper. Mushrooms simmer in sauce, shrimps and oysters heat in butter and sherry, then yolks and cream finish the rich mixture for filling puff pastry.
Pickled Vegetables and Mustard Dressing Recipe
Recipe lists four quarts green tomatoes one quart onions one bunch celery one medium cauliflower two small cucumbers one pound cabbage five red peppers and white pepper. Salt and soak overnight then boil till cooked, strain lightly. Dressing uses three quarts vinegar three ounces dry mustard German mustard turmeric and four cups sugar thickened with flour then poured over pickles and boiled.
Cranberry Cocktail Served in Lemon Cups
A cranberry drink is made by simmering three pints of berries in equal water for about ten minutes until soft, straining, and adding juice from three oranges and three lemons with three cups sugar. Freeze to a stiff mush or fold in shaved ice, serve in lemon cups with edge designs cut by scissors.
Proper starch preparation for ironing and starch use
The guidance explains avoiding uncooked starch which causes sticking. It advises boiling the starch mixture several times, using one part starch to eight parts boiling water. Mix starch in cold water first, then add boiling water and stir constantly while cooking. Add more water to thin the mixture.
Exquisite Squab and Corn Roasting Method
The Delineator proposes an appealing variation for cookery enthusiasts. Prepare a dressing from green corn with butter, egg, water, salt and pepper for six ears. Cook until thick, stuff the squab, then roast with fat bacon on the breast and a splash of water in the pan.
Cheese Balls Recipe Instructions
Whites of two eggs with two cups grated cheese salt and paprika blend. Beat egg whites stiff then add cheese salt and paprika. Shape into marble sized balls roll in bread crumbs and fry in deep hot fat until golden brown.
Practical hat holders for delicate millinery storage
The article suggests simple wire framed hat holders and wooden rests to protect hats from dust and light. Wire frames rise from shelves to keep drooping trims in place, can be covered with ribbons or silk, and grouped on deep shelves. Wood rests feature cretonne or silk coverings, low profiles, and scented padding to protect feathered hats and plumes.
Ingenious pincushion and key rack combo design
A decorative hanging pincushion with a built in key rack is described. Silk covered cushion, embroidered detail, bow hanger, and six wide dress hooks along the bottom edge create a practical wall mounted storage accessory likely to sell well to households.
Waistcoats in Gay Colors Shape This Season’s Style
Waistcoats and waistcoat effects dominate this season with brocade satin and velvet in various colors. A brown velvet costume paired with an orange waistcoat braided in brown and edged with gold creates a striking, original look.
To Make Pretty Aprons From White Lawn
A guide describes sewing a pointed white lawn apron with an embroidered medallion at the point. Lace band, feather stitchings, eyelets, stem stitch, blue ribbon, and long ties decorate it. Mercerized cotton stitches and beading edge trim the design with formed tucks along the water line.
Nightgown fashions tighten in England with plain backs
English women adopt plain tight fitting nightgowns with back buttons. Slim silhouettes use lace tape and delicate trim, echoing modern figure emphasis in intimate apparel.
Fashion notes on brocade waistcoats and color schemes
The passage discusses old rose and green brocade as original fashion, compares gold and white and silver brocade with other shades, and notes a trend toward all black costumes with narrow waistcoats integrated into the coat to look like part of a color scheme.
Makes Good Calendar Frame From Silk and Wood
A step by step sketch shows how to craft a calendar frame using stout cardboard or thin wood as the base, padded with cotton wool and covered in silk. Fit a printed calendar at the back, outline the calendar space with fine braiding, and add a floral embroidery design. The frame can hang from a ribbon or stand on a writing table with a back support.
The Nosegay Fashion Returns Among Best Dressed Women
The article notes the revived nosgay trend with flowers worn in corsages, favoring real blossoms when possible. It mentions malmatgsons, roses, and violas as modish choices, with artificial blooms used when fresh flowers droop or are scarce.
Frilled Petticoats and Longer Garments Stir Fashions
The piece notes new fashion ideas with frills on garment bottoms and skirts. It suggests frilling both inside and outside of petticoats, reflecting on how women sit with knees crossed and the inner petticoat shows.
Dainty Linen Bag Described For Small Collars and Lace
A short note highlights small linen bags ideal for soiled collars cuffs handkerchiefs and lace pieces. One brown linen bag without drawstrings features red rose and poppy embroidery with a waterfall of song yo loops along the throat.
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