Dodge Brothers Change to Cord Tires and Value Drive Price Cut
Dodge Brothers announce from May 12 1921 a shift from fabric to cord tires 33x4 on most Touring Roadster and Chassis models and to 33x4 on sedans coupes and touring cars with wire wheels. The change increases tire mileage and adds service value, effectively lowering purchase cost by about 250 dollars when compared to fabric tire mileage over time. The letter stresses the companys focus on enduring value through improvements and cost efficiency, backed by large material stockpiles and low minimum costs, with commitment to continued service value in pricing. BE Carey Dodge Brothers Nebraska City Nebraska
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Dodge Brothers
Physical defects common in Iowa school children
A study of fifty two Iowa children entering school found widespread mental and physical defects. Enlarged glands, malnutrition, subnormal vision and defective teeth were common while most families were not the poorest and undernourishment was limited to a few cases. Despite average general intelligence, many had special mental issues and unhelpful traits. Parents were often unaware of defects or of their child’s needs.
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Iowa Child Welfare Research Station
University of Iowa
Iowa
Child welfare study on preschoolers released
The study highlights special gifts and abilities of children and notes parental satisfaction with a thorough examination. It is the fourth in a series from the Research Station, led by Dr. Clara H Town with medical and physiological university specialists assisting.
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Clara H. Town
Amber Cane Makes Success as Silage Crop
Climatic conditions require replanting corn. cane offers late planting for silage. Iowa State College Dairy Farm reports 12 tons per acre from several sowings between May and July. Seeding rate 70 pounds per acre with small grain drill. harvest via small-grain binder. Cane silage stored well, not overly acidic, with June planting also successful.
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Iowa State College
Amber cane silage feeds dairy cows in 1918 report
In 1918 amber cane was fed to dairy cows at 30 to 40 pounds per head per day. It is palatable and maintains milk flow. silage needs later cutting to avoid acidity. Cane silage packs well and can replace corn when corn is late. Portable stem rust control: Iowa State College to continue eliminating barberry bushes carrying rust spores in 1921 to prevent disease resurge.
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R. H. Porter
Iowa State College
Iowa
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