Brazil to celebrate centenary with world fair in Rio de Janeiro
National Geographic notes Brazil marks its independence centenary with a major exposition in Rio de Janeiro. The piece outlines Brazil’s vast size, rivers, forests, and resources, its rail network, coffee industry, and Rio’s scenic harbor, boulevards, and urban grandeur set to host the 1920s celebration.
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National Geographic Society
Washington, D. C
United States
Brazil
Siio de Janeiro
South America
Alaska
Ecuador
Chile
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Tropics
Amazon
Mississippi
Ohio
Cincinnati
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Paraguay
Rio Grande Do Sul
Santa Catharina
Parana
São Paulo
Rio de Janeiro
Esperito Santo
Minas Geraes
South Atlantic
North Atlantic
Qake
Brasil
Santos
Porto Esperanca
Vienna
Osaka
Peking
Hankow
Calcutta
Buenos Aires
Brazi
Bay of
Guanabara
No Short Cut Theme Through The Tempter
The excerpt quotes George Eliot on temptation and perseverance, comparing present struggles to the thorny wilderness endured by ancestors. It reflects self restraint and enduring hardship without easy gains.
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George Eliot
Nova Scotia Woman Recalls Odd Neighbor
A Nova Scotia woman recounts an odd neighbor who lived near her, describing the strange habit and impression left by the acquaintance.
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Nova Scotia
Improved Roads Help Save Levee and Acres in Arkansas
Federal highway completed in Arkansas enabled rapid mobilization to halt a Mississippi River flood threat near Helena. Over 200 men with tools used a new road to reach Old Town levee in time, preventing levee breach and protecting thousands of acres of farmland and potential lives.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Arkansas
Mississippi
Helena
Ark
Old Town
Lower Bids for Federal Road Work in 1922 Season
Early bids for federal aid road construction show prices likely lower than last season. Grading bids in Missouri Arkansas and Minnesota run 20.23 and 30 cents per cubic yard versus 35 cents in 1921. Reinforcing steel around 6 cents in place, bridge steps 4.5 cents, concrete bids about 172 dollars per cubic yard in top grades. Concrete road costs per square yard Ohio 1.52 Colorado 2.27 Georgia 1.38 compared with 1916-1920 national average 2.57.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Public Roads
Missouri
Arkansas
Minnesota
Ohio
Colorado
Georgia
Canvas to Protect Roads Surplus Material Distributed
Seven million square yards of canvas duck from the surplus war stock held by the bureau of public roads will be distributed to state highway departments. The material will shield concrete road surfaces during curing, protect cement stockpiles from rain, serve as tents for construction crews, roofs for temporary storage, and cover road machinery.
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Bureau of Public Roads
United States Department of Agriculture
Road Building Workers and Officials Count in United States
The text lists 114825 workers on road building projects in the United States. It notes 80000 highway officials at federal, state, town and county levels, 7000 road contractors, 2000 bridge contractors, 15000 civil and highway engineers, 10000 automotive and chemical engineers, and 325 geologists.
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United States
Connecticut to Regularly Patrol 4000 Miles of Highways
The state police will patrol more than 4,000 miles of Connecticut highways on a regular basis. The plan outlines broadened patrols across major routes to improve safety and enforcement statewide.
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Connecticut
New York Roads Built by State and Counties
New York state reports 21 950 miles of improved highways with 8 950 miles built by the state and 13 000 miles by counties and towns.
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New York
New York State
Poultry Yard Emphasizes Pure-Bred Air Importance
In Hen Yard notes, the text stresses that pure-bred aire is as vital in the poultry yard as in the cow barn, underscoring breed quality in farm management.
Equipment List for Home Canning of Vegetables and Fruits
The United States Department of Agriculture urges homemakers to gather all canning tools before peak season. The Farmers Bulletin No. 1211 recommends trays, bowls, colanders, cheesecloth, kettles, a large bucket or washboiler, tongs or lifters, and jars with fresh lids, plus knives, spoons, measuring cups, spatulas, and other utensils to handle blanching, rinsing, filling, and air removal. Outdoor setups need tables, a kerosene stove, and waste containment.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Department
Javelle water offered as home stain bleaching agent
The article explains Javelle water as a home bleaching liquid to remove obstinate stains from white linen and cotton. It warns not to use on colored fabrics, silk, or wool, provides application steps with a dropper over water, and advises immediate neutralization with oxalic acid and thorough rinsing after each use. It also includes a preparation method using washing soda and bleaching powder, then filtration and storage in a dark place.
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United States Department of Agriculture
House Fly Most Dangerous Says Entomologists
Special Bulletin No. 48 by Dr. W A Riley of the University of Minnesota stresses two main fly control methods: prevent breeding by cleaning up filth and manure and protect premises from infestation. Since fly development from egg to adult can occur in 8 to 10 days with a new generation every 11 to 14 days, killing flies early greatly reduces population.
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W. A. Riley
Division of Entomology
University of Minnesota
Riley
Cleaning Slimy Sponge With Salt Water Soak
A slimy sponge should be cleaned by soaking in a strong salt water solution for several hours. Change the water periodically and squeeze the sponge during the soak, then rinse with clean water to finish.
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Lloyd
Merit of Paint Over Paper for Furniture Closets
An indoor maintenance tip suggests painting shelves and closets with white paint instead of shelf paper. The painted surfaces can be wiped clean with a damp cloth, reducing the need for frequent renewals and keeping the spaces neat.
PIOF INTEREST 10 THE HOUSEWIFE
A miscellaneous home tips column covers potato skin removal egg age by submerged height and lamp cleaner methods with vinegar and onion peels. It suggests reading material for guest rooms and repairs for gloves using cotton thread and leather care with silk thread. A rhubarb feeding tip ends the note.
A Guide to Cooking and Character Insights from 1923
A mixed household feature includes recipes for Asparagus salad Southern Spoon Bread Chili of Beef Cream Crackers Turkish Mint Paste and Vinegar Sauce. It closes with reflections on personal character stating that character is the reality of oneself while reputation is others' opinion.
Everyday Good Things: Buttered Potatoes to Washington Pie
A collection of simple recipes with buttered potatoes, Grandmother's Muffins, Caramel Fruit Pudding, and Washington Pie. Each dish uses basic ingredients and standard steps, offering parsed methods and serving suggestions.
Yellowstone Largest National Park with Vast Scenic Wonders
The Yellowstone remains the largest national park and hosts the greatest variety of scenic wonders. Its expanse spans more than 2 regions, offering diverse landscapes and natural features.
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Yellowstone
Clean eggs boost profits with proper nest and foot care
Poultrymen can lift egg quality and profits by keeping nests clean and feet mud free. Use fresh litter, avoid muddy days, clean dropping boards daily or twice weekly, and fit preventing cages under perches to catch dropped eggs. Clean with a damp cloth only, let air dry, and protect the gelatinous coating to keep eggs germ free.
Eight Summer Flock Rules to Raise Poultry Profit
The Missouri College of Agriculture outlines seven rules to boost summer flock profits. Remove roosters in summer to produce infertile eggs. Provide clean nests and keep eggs unwashed. Gather eggs twice daily and store in a cool dry place away from heat. Market eggs at least twice weekly and insist on quality graded sale.
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Missouri College of Agriculture
Poultry Care and Marketing Tips for Summer Flocks
Sell surplus cockerels when marketable and keep growing chicks separate from laying hens all summer. Build easily cleaned poultry houses and note that baby chicks need no feed until forty eight hours old. Protect hens during molting for better egg output and market hens with crooked pelts or fat abdomens only after careful evaluation.
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