Tillamook Cheese Output Rises in 1919 County Plants
Tillamook county produced 6,434,600 pounds of cheese in the last year, up 345,341 pounds from 1919. Deputy dairy official D R Tinnerster cites herd improvement and better dairy practices, including sediment tests, as keys to rising output. There are 29 cheese factories, 25 under Tillamook County Creamery, 698 dairies, and 13,590 cows.
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Tillamook County
D. R. Tinnerster
Tinnerster
Tinnerstet
Road costs soar as 1920 building slows nationwide
Road work costs more than double since 1917 due to labor and material shortages after the war. Wages rose to 3 to 5 dollars daily and cement and gravel prices surged 50 to 100 percent, delaying many state projects as they seek higher returns before resuming construction.
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Bureau of Public Roads
United States Department of Agriculture
Fire Prevention in Schools National Project
The Forest Service announces a national push for compulsory fire prevention education in all schools. Aimed to require at least one hour monthly instruction on fire safety, the plan has backing from the Fire Marshals' Association, education authorities, and civic groups, with broad public support anticipated.
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Forest Service
United States Department of Agriculture
Fire Marshals’ Association of North America
National Association of Credit Men
United States Commissioner of Education
United States Forest Service
State Boards of Education
The
Over Charge Claims Must Be Filed Before March
G W Luce of the Southern Pacific warns shippers that under the United States Railroad Administration law and the Transportation Act of 1920 all overcharge claims from federal control years must be filed with the Interstate Commerce Commission by February 28 1921 to preserve the commission’s jurisdiction for refunds.
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G. W. Luce
Southern Pacific Company
Southern Pacific
Law Department of
United States Railroad Administration
Interstate Commerce Commission
Commission
American potatoes show wart disease immunity in 26 varieties
Tests to determine susceptibility of American potatoes to wart disease found 26 American varieties immune to the European blight. The discovery indicates potential selection for resistant crops amid the recent appearance of wart disease in the country.
Aviation chair featured in college curriculum
The electoral college discusses a chair of aviation among other features of its curriculum, highlighting interest in aviation studies and related offerings.
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Electorial College
Effectively Employed They Are of Immense Importance In Improving Appearance of House
The text argues that appearance matters more than size as the main house feature. It notes barns may be larger but the house remains the building of chief importance. With careful design trees and shrubs can mask service buildings and highlight the home as the true center.
A New English Idea for Instant Grass Lawns
A method uses grass wed sown on strong canvas laid over a level prepared site. Roots push through the canvas to establish a permanent lawn quickly, with immediate effect and gradual soil rooting as the material rots. The system promises rapid, improving turf once laid.
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Scientific American
Trees Beyond Valuation Show U S Losses From Insect Damage
The Bureau of Entomology estimates annual damage by shade tree insects at ten million dollars. A conservative national value of shade trees and shrubs reaches about one billion dollars, reflecting cities parks and private property rather than timber. The figures come from extensive state and municipal input and aim for general use. An old oak may boost nearby lot value despite its poor lumber value.
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Bureau of Entomology
United States Department of Agriculture
City Beautification Campaign For Detroit Schools
The architectural engineering department of Detroit public schools launches a beautification drive with about 45000 dollars to be spent this year. Director A D Weeks notes Detroit schools lag eastern cities in landscape terms but excel in architecture and recalls pupil labor bearing costs in past efforts.
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A. D. Weeks
Detroit
Detroit Free Press
Polk County Notes in Brief From Oregon Police
Polk County authorities report Judge H H Belt from Dallas traveled to Portland for a few weeks of court work. Pedee jogger John Kruse narrowly escaped injury when struck by a log and transported to Dallas for treatment. Sheriff John Orr seeks a thief after an attempted car part theft in Monmouth with a $20 reward offered. E C Kirkpatrick and Mrs Kirkpatrick return to Dallas from Portland, while Lave Wygant serves two years for robbing Ballaton post office and a McMinnville store in recent months.
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Belt of
Dallas
Portland
John Kruse
John Orr
Monmouth
Polk
E. C. Kirkpatrick
Mortality Linked to Body Preservation in Ancient Egypt
In ancient Egypt belief tied mortality to the preservation of the body. The afterlife depended on proper mummification and tomb rites, ensuring the soul could recognize its vessel and endure beyond death.
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Ancient
Egypt
The Lion Monkey of the South The Tamarins
A brief note describes the tamarin, a small South American primate, noting its inch long size and irritable nature.
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South
Brazilian Cotton Market Talks With British Commission
A cable dispatch reports a large British commission visiting Brazil to discuss arrangements to aid supply of Brazilian cotton to the market. The talks aim to bolster trade and secure steady exports.
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Brasil
Railways, Coal Demand and Marconi Offer in Early 20th Century
Disjointed notes describe railways using more coal in 1920 than in some later year. reference a high demand for the country's supply. It mentions Marconi offering the U.S. government the rights to wireless telegraphy, which was rejected. Also notes about timber and India with a reference to eighty-three pounds per cuble.
Homer Davenport Cartoonist Rise From Rural Roots
Homer Davenport gained fame as a cartoonist despite limited schooling. He was raised on a farm and built a notable career from modest beginnings.
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Homer Davenport
Gon Farm
Implement journals state there will be no reduction in the of farm implements
A historical note records that journals state there will be no reduction in the farm implements for the upcoming year. The statement preserves farm supply levels and reflects planned budget consistency.
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