Thunderstorm forecasting at Blue Hill Observatory discussed
The Blue Hill Observatory near the state house at Boston area outlines plans for storm forecasting and electric current management. It describes early warning methods, storage batteries for peak demand, and historical notes from Edison and New York practices, including wireless signals and emergency generation linkage.
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Blue Hill Observatory
Blue Thn Observatory
State House
Toston
Ziopo
Wade
Tinosa
Neverleak Mackintosh
Alreoady
New York Edison Company
Goston
Orst
Boston
Edison Company
New York
Radio System of U S Navy Expands Global Reach
The Panam canal wireless station with three 100 foot towers and a 100 kw plant connects the navy to ships across the Atlantic and Pacific. Plans bring Arlington, San Mesa, Honolulu and Manila to similar capacity while Guam may host a large plant if needed. Smaller coastal stations will span the coast with intervals under 200 miles, enabling official navy communications worldwide.
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Panam Canal
Secretary of the Navy
Atlantic
Pacific
Panama
Washington
Alaska
Straits of Magellan
Honolulu
Manila
China
Japan
Navy Department
Arlington
San Mesa
Tlonolulu
Guam
Fractured pair resumes unusual show trade
A husband and wife split a provincial freak show after quarrel and later reconcile to resume joint business. Their return prompts neighbors to read a notice proclaiming a permanent increase in the number of freaks. A new pneumatic boxing glove is designed to protect both wearer and opponent.
Gall Forming Wasps Create Bright Disks on Oak Leaves
The article explains how tiny wasps lay eggs on oak leaves to form round bright colored galls. Early summer galls harbor caterpillars, later red eel currant galls appear, with both male and female wasps emerging. Despite numerous galls, oaks are not seriously harmed though young trees could suffer if outbreaks recur for several years.
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Gaya
Gts
Ufe
Invention of the Envelope and its Rise
A historical note traces the envelope from early sealing methods to its general use. S. E. Brewer of Brighton is credited with inventing the envelope in 1839 and promoting its manufacture, followed by early machines patented in 1845 in England and 1849 in America.
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Bright
England
Brighton
London
Warren de la Rue
Udwin HI
America
J. Ki. Park
C. 8. Watson
de la Rue
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Have New Mine Model
Discussion of how mine models clarify interior workings better than drawings. Models on glass or celluloid reveal ore bodies and daily progress, with workings and barren rock painted in distinct colors for clear, at-a-glance understanding.
Lamp Protects Miner and Safety in Mines
The safety mining lamp, based on Davy’s principle, uses a metal screen that prevents flames from passing through while absorbing heat. Modern lamps replace part of the screen with glass for better light. They test mine air for explosive gases and are valued beyond lighting. Cupid usually hits the mark but targets poorly in this note.
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Davy
Cold Pack Canning Methods Described for Home Use
A guide outlines four canning methods with emphasis on the cold pack method. It explains blanching vegetables in hot water or steam, cooling in cold water, then packing and sterilizing in sealed containers to block bacteria entry. The process suits home and commercial jars and requires minimal handling.
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Department of Agriculture
Connecion
Grange Legislative Work and Local Influence
The article praises the Grange’s legislative role and educational efforts, noting how farmer members study laws, form a legislative committee, and report at meetings. It stresses active citizen action through resolutions, petitions, letters, and telegrams to influence state and national policy.
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Grange
McKinley
Nash
Grange Hall
Market Tops for Young Hog Raisers in Oklahoma
Pigclub members across Oklahoma City sold 29 hogs to two packing houses at top market prices. Hogs averaged ten months old and 244 pounds, with eleven rated perfect market type and only one below 90. Average dress out stood at 84 percent.
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Oklahoma
Oklahoma City
Rural clubs plan crafts and skills for youth
The department of juvenile club work in the north area and cooperating colleges propose farm and handwork clubs for boys and girls aged 10 to 18. Activities include rope work, seed testers, poultry housing, grafting, bird houses, frames, tool repair, carpentry, metal work, sewing, pottery, dyeing, leather, and baking. Clubs aim to sustain winter social needs with exhibitions and concerts.
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North
Ar St
Sime Colleges of Agriculture
Uwouch
Youationy Aleo
Mekong
MUCEARCA Methods to Prevent Spoilage of Foods Expanded
The Chief Chemist reports expanded work to conserve the food supply through new uses for farm and sea products and better spoilage prevention. Efforts cover fish, poultry, eggs handling and shipping, canning byproducts, and waste utilization including sardine processing and citrus by products.
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Tomling
Bureau of Animal Industry
Granges in Coshocton County Foster Community Centers
Two large active granges Bethlehem and Franklin in Coshocton County Ohio host yearly farmers institutes in expansive halls with kitchen and dining areas. They organize committees to secure an agricultural extension school and emphasize community service and preparation for strong gatherings, proving honesty as a guiding policy.
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Coshocton
Ohio
Bethlehem
Franklin
Haa
Controlling Watermelon Anthracnose by Bordeaux Mixture
Watermelon growers face anthracnose a fungal disease causing dark leaf spots and pink-centered fruit lesions. The article outlines using home made Bordeaux mixture, exact preparation steps, spray equipment and timing, plus caution on materials and storage. It also notes regional impact and related agricultural extension guidance.
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Department of Agriculture
A. Seeond
Farmers
United States Department of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
Proper disposal of dead livestock to prevent disease spread
Farmers should bury infectious animal carcasses deeply or burn them and cover graves with lime. Do so to prevent scavengers from spreading germs like anthrax hog cholera and tuberculosis. In winter graves are harder but necessary as germs remain active in frozen matter.
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Jones
Preventing Mottled Butter Through Proper Churning Methods
A historical notice explains mottled butter results from uneven salt distribution caused by improper churning washing and working. It warns against extreme temperatures and advises equal or near equal water and butter milk temperatures and gradual working to ensure uniform salt distribution and defect prevention.
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