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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1929
Page
6
John Lawson, a writer, discovers a romance tangled with a Russian aristocrat and her brother. A woman named Donta Petro monall seeks him, claiming her brother is alive after a dangerous escape. He helps, falls for her, and a Christmas invitation reveals a redemption twist.
A new strawberry variety named Maketmore, cross of Missionary and Howard 17, is introduced in coastal North Carolina with disease resistance, firm flesh, bright red color, and good preservation qualities. Tested by the National Preservers association, it is recommended for growth from eastern North Carolina to New Jersey and as a trial in regions where Klondike or Missionary are grown.
Practical guide outlines peak pruning tools including pruning saw and hand shears, with emphasis on clean cuts and avoiding stubs. It advises painting wounds over one inch in diameter to prevent decay, removing dead or diseased branches, and avoiding severe heading back except on young trees or old peach trees for topping or dehorning.
Geneva experiment station reports show the oriental peach moth parasite surviving winter. In New York state the parasite was tested on peach twigs and proved capable of withstanding severe winters. New Jersey findings reduce moth infestation from 75–90 percent to about 10 percent. The parasite, noted since last year, is the only practical control method identified.
The article stresses four key tasks for profitable grape production pruning, spraying, training, and weed control. It warns that neglect in any of these areas leads to poor yields and emphasizes timely pruning, timely spraying, weed-free vines, and proper care during spring and summer.
A new method of supporting trees uses an alit system with screw eyes and wires. Wires run to a der henton in syn wee to wrap around the tree. The imba on one side supports the tree while the other side provides balance. Yokes fasten the wire to the Hinks. Direct wire contact with limbs is avoided.
A U S Department of Agriculture bulletin discusses profits from red oats with emphasis on spring sowing. It notes 7 million acres sown in spring 1927 across southern states and Midwest regions, praises Fulghung and related strains for cold and heat tolerance, and outlines varieties and publication access from Washington, DC.
The article notes rising demand for home and custom ground feed among dairymen and poultrymen. Advances in grinding equipment and more available tractor electric and gasoline power simplify farming grinding, making on farm grinding cheaper and more efficient. For under 200 bushels yearly custom grinding is cheaper. above 400 bushels on farm grinding saves.
The Wisconsin Agriculturist notes the European corn borer can be killed by heat to prevent spread via seed corn. Tests show 186.4 degrees for 24 hours, or 140 degrees for eight hours, 1454 for five hours, 150.8 for three hours, or 14 degrees for two and a half hours. This method could curb the pest’s invasion and protect fields.
Erostan notes discuss land use in the United States and the need to combat waste across industries. Sweet clover is praised as a good fertilizer and soil conditioner. Posts can be treated with creosote and cooled before use. Emphasis on pure-bred sheep and uniform breeding for quality lambs. Kansas farmer reports a heavy yield loss last year. Seeds may carry more spore pads than usual, risking fungal infection on seed.
Fragmentary text appears to be a collated string of quotes and phrases from varied sources with comic or sensational tone. It includes lines about marriage, flattery, martyrdom, financial embarrassment, and a misquoted phrase about cannibal island, lacking a clear event, date, or context.
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