Agricultural notes on soils and farming practices in the era
The column discusses soil types and plant growth, dairy and poultry sanitation, and manure use. It notes sun exposure as a disinfectant, urges improved farming methods for higher land values, and contrasts U S and German potato yields. It also covers oleomargarine debates, a large siphon tunnel project, and a poultry special tour by Oregon Agricultural College. It highlights Daisy Grace De Kol as a top Holstein milk producer and forecasts future records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banestine
Belle de Kol
Dairy World
Daisy Grace de Kol
Hia
Federal plant quarantine bill urged to curb pests
The article discusses H R 21201 later amended to A R B 22728 proposing a federal plant quarantine and inspection law to regulate nursery stock imports, require permits, and empower the secretary of agriculture to inspect, quarantine, and restrict plant shipments. A federal board of horticulture would oversee enforcement with a $25000 appropriation, effective July 1, 2012. Secretary Wilson supports swift passage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Congress
House Committee
Secretary of Agriculture
Federal Board of Horticulture
Bureau of Entomology
Bureau of Plant Industry
Forest Service
Wilson
Projections for Hay Prices and Substitutes Next Year
Farmers expect hay prices to stay high as drought and cold trimmed meadows. To cope, they will boost substitutes like fresh corn and silage, with many planning silos this year as a hedge against continued hay shortages.
Sparrow on Toast Suggested By Agriculture Biologist
Biologist Wearbert proposes using English sparrows for food as an incentive to exterminate the birds. The bulletin explains boning and gutting steps, including removing skin and viscera, with a tongue in cheek note that sparrows on toast would be tasty if enough could be obtained.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wearbert
Department of Agriculture
Egg storage drives prices up in market centers
Reports indicate storage chaps are buying large quantities of fresh eggs to hold for autumn and winter. This stockpiling keeps prices near twenty cents a dozen now, though retail demand would push them lower without storage. Consumers see higher costs now, while stored eggs may stabilize prices next winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emg
Estate sale of Oregon property in Hood River County
Administratrix Rose Odrel announces sale of real estate near Odell Hood River County Oregon including 10 acres and stock in a local company. Terms require cash of at least 2000 with balance over five years secured by mortgage bearing seven percent interest. Bids close July 1 at 1 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ly Couey Stave
Oregon
Charles Sell
Galfas Tech
Charles BP
A.D. T
Gale
Odell
Hood River County
Ore
M&s
Point
Angie Teelta
Enki
Enurne
Efents
Fag Speek Fork Litteating Company
Kone Otel
Hood River
Hox
Om Yo
E. H. Hartwig
T& S Smith Block
Teat Wer
Bale
Issasia
Cs Saeed Mand Tient Didler
Te Cuore
Rose Odril
Notice to Contractors Hood River County
The Hood River County Court invites bids for a county road project at the Lee Lake area where Hood River crosses the water fork of Small River. Plans and specifications are with the Clerk of Hood River County for examination. Bids must be received by 2:00 PM on the 72nd day of June. The court reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood River
Greren
Lee Lake
Smal River
Fied Wer
Furtheir Cay
Howl River
Hoel River
Notice of Final Account and Settlement in Probate
In the county court of West Jefferson, Kathrine County, the executrix of the late Albert Schiller, deceased, announces a final account and settlement of the estate. The hearing is set for July 12 at 5 oclock in the afternoon at the county courthouse, with all interested parties invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Tate
Albert Chiller
Hest
Thregon
Tel Shane
Schiller
Will
Albert Schitter
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ward Ireland
Cornell
Upper Valley
GUY Y. Edwards & Co
U. C. M. Ranch
Parkdale
Upper Hood River Valley, Ore
Ortley
Newtown
Spitzenberg
Moore Brothers
Hood River, Oregon
White Salmon Ferry
Dean & Sheplar
Ferrymen
B. Snyder
Fr. B. Powell
Cascade Avenue
Mercer & CO
Warshmouse
First Street
Transfer and Livery Company
Star Well Drilling Outfit
Apple Land & Orchard Company
Omece
Cab Street
Taft Transfer CO
J. M. Schmeltzer
A. Bishop
Hood River Abstract Company
New Heilbronner
Germany
Reclamation Service
Colorado River
California
Yuma
Ariz
Oregon Agricultural College
Hellbronner
Hood River Valley
L.J. Gates
Garnes Feed Store
W. A. Carnes
Twelfth St.The Heights
Laren
Orewiy
Mar
Wen
Mount Hood
P.M
Powerdale
VanHorn
Dew
Dee
Troutereek
Woodworth
Sumrablayn
Cnow
Perkutate
Aphis
Keir
Cass
Esqan
Valley
J. H. Heilbronner & CO
Heilbronner Building
Nichol
Stranahan & Clark
4Th & State St
Q. P. Dabney & Sons
Oliver
A. W. Onthank
Act
Oak St. Nom River
Connectio Wet IG
Great Northern Railways
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