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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1927
Page
8
W I Martin of New Jersey State College warns of a cool wet spell bringing heavy losses to apple orchards. He explains that apple scab over winters in fallen leaves, releases spores during rain, and advises growers to apply pink-bud spray before and during rainy periods to protect trees.
A historical note explains blackberry canes live two years and berries come from second-year growth. Canes sprout from the crown in spring and are replaced as they die, with pruning guiding berry production. Early spring planting on full plowed land improves survival, with rows eight feet apart and plants two and a half to four feet apart within rows.
To maximize yield, ensure ample fertility and moisture. For a strong start, apply half teaspoonful of sulphate or ammonia around each plant and work it into the soil without direct plant contact. Keep blossoms picked for a couple of months and maintain constant cultivation. dry weather could still stop berries.
Iowa eyes expanding grape cultivation with a 200 acre southern vineyard proposal and 70 extension service inquiries on demonstration vines. Secretary St Herrick cites pruning and cultivation as key to higher yields, recommending mature vines on long lead to four-arm two-wire trellis forming a double cross.
The San Jose scale infests nursery stock and presents as nine small yellow spots under a fluke-like scole. Microscopic examination shows a sucking mouth part inserted into plant tissues, enabling rapid reproduction, with under favorable conditions potential to multiply into 10,000,000.
United States Department of Agriculture dairy expert J G McDowell outlines three pillars for herd improvement at a recent Orono event. Better feeding, stricter culling, and intelligent breeding raise individual and total production and, with good management, net profits, while high breeding value and dam records guide progeny potential and cattle selection.
Government guidance urges eliminating fly breeding sites to curb pests. Track breeding spots like manure piles and outhouses, cover garbage cans, and haul manure to fields when possible. If hauling is not feasible, treat manure with hellebore solution after 24 hours to kill maggots and eggs.
Weed expert A A Hansen from Purdue University warns cocklebur sprouts poison sheep, young cattle, and especially hogs. A farm near Connersville lost six hogs within hours. Farmers should keep livestock off infested land until sprouts reach four inches, as they are highly toxic. Early poisoning symptoms include low mood, nausea, and vomiting. Rich cream may counteract the poison if given early.
Agricultural notes advise dairymen buying feed retail cannot profit by selling wholesale due to high implement costs and worn equipment. Gardeners are urged to plant at least twenty five vegetables including greens and salads. Safe hog care guidance warns about farrow timing and pig pen guard rails to prevent injuries.
In a New York interview Charlie Chaplin recounts a Rachel tale about a French actress named Rachel who dined with Count Duchatel. She persuaded the count to gift an ornate silver epergne and then had him send her home in his carriage to avoid cab fare, while promising to return the carriage.
An old advertisement extols BELL-ANS as relief for over acidity, gas, indigestion, and related digestive issues. It claims thirty years of tested value, promises non laxative relief, and offers free samples from Bell & Co Inc, Orangeburg, NY.
Dr Russell L Cecil at Cornell medical school warns that overdressing a child can cause cold by promoting indoor sweating followed by rapid cooling. He cites indigestion constipation and poor diet, overheated rooms, dry air, adenoids and sinuses as contributing factors. Treatments include hot baths, simple diet, mild laxatives, and most importantly complete rest to help the body fight infection.
The excerpt contrasts generations in thought from an old man’s nostalgia to a middle aged man’s present concerns and a young man’s focus on tonight, questioning how much ground exists for judging the editor Blank as a former stenographer. An editor’s returned manuscript bears the remark ejected but not read, prompting reflection on memory and literary value.
English poet William Cowper died about 1750. His mother died when he was six, then he suffered at a boarding school. Homesickness injured his health and shaped his view of English education. A doomed love with his cousin occurred as Theo Ashly Cowper opposed the marriage due to family opposition.
A Kansas City Star excerpt notes that a long standing injunction forced young lovers apart, sacrificing happiness and ending their brief shared moments as they never saw each other again.
In Pouilly-sous-Charleroi a 100th birthday celebration drew an unusual crowd as 34 parishioners escorted a nonagenarian to the church altar. The vignette notes age and quiet humor, reflecting on egotism and resilience in a village of about 2,000 inhabitants.
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