Scientific farming defeats doomsday prophecy
The article reviews repeated doomsday predictions debunked by advances in science and farming. It highlights nitrogen production, soil bacteria, and legume inoculation as ways to boost crop yields. Early 20th century observers note inoculation improves crops and enriches land, challenging Crookes's famine forecast and urging modern agricultural methods.
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Boycott the Billboard Crusade Proposed by Editorials
A reader recalls an article in The Craftsman urging boycotts of billboards and asks editors to publish a reader pledge form. The piece argues organized, nationwide pledges could curb advertising billboards by shifting funds to legitimate journalism and press editorials.
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Nuisance to Editors in Volunteer Information Bureau
The Hartford Courant criticizes volunteer information bureaus that send news to be published free of charge. It argues many are run by hired press agents aiming to shape public opinion, with editors often unaware of the underlying ulterior motives.
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