How to Prevent Fires on Farms
A Farmers Bulletin from the United States Department of Agriculture outlines preventable farm fires and key points. It warns matches in barns, spills of gasoline or kerosene, open flames, and unmonitored fires as major risks. The bulletin emphasizes individual responsibility and details fire protection and fighting on the farm.
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United States
U United States Department of Adricalture
Willig
Theo Floer
Gericulture
Washington
TP. C
Reducing Losses in Spinach Shipments Through Cold Handling
US Department of Agriculture researchers report that low temperatures and careful handling cut decay in spinach during transit. Tests show crushed ice in every package nearly eliminates soft rot, with washed spinach deteriorating faster than unwashed spinach after loading.
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Bureau of Markets
United States Department of Agriculture
Austin
Tex
Fee
Unledgered Incomes Support Farm Life Through Hard Times
The farmer earns two kinds of income beyond cash receipts: unledgered income such as food fuel and shelter that help balance the farm. These essentials provide safety and stability, allowing the farm family to weather hard years without cash in hand, a concept emphasized by farm management specialists at the U S Department of Agriculture.
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Cashini
United States Department of Agriculture
Coste
Clean Bedding Helps Keep Hen Nests Clean
Clean bedding on the floor of the penhouse prevents dirt from soils in nests as hens lay eggs. A filthy floor causes nest contamination as hens carry dirt into nests, staining the eggs.
Suitability of Turned Green Manure for Alfalfa Seeding
Land that has Crimson Clover or Cow Peas turned under offers excellent soil for alfalfa. Fields previously grown with peas in green state respond well to a manure dressing prior to sowing.
Old Grape Vine Shows Different Yields by Cane Age
An old grape vine with a large trunk yields many fairly good grapes while younger canes produce somewhat larger and better grapes. The passage contrasts fruit quality from mature wood versus new growth.
Reason for Poor Fruit in Orchard Study
When poor fruit appears there is a cause. A careful study of trees and conditions aims to identify the reason and remove the underlying factor.
Life and Longevity of Fruit Trees
A contemplation on fruit trees noting that while longevity is desired, many trees reach their prime by twenty five years and then decline, signaling a reversal in vigor rather than sustained production.
Large Profit in Spraying for Potatoes Demonstrations
A USDA report notes potato spraying demonstrations in Carbon County Pennsylvania. Costs were 15 per acre with sprayed yields 252 bushels per acre versus 182 bushels un sprayed, a gain of 69 14 bushels. At 1 50 per bushel, net profit equals 85 25 per acre.
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Pennsylvania County
Taremhurentd
Carbon County
United States Department of Agriculture
Thrifty Condition of Sows and Litter Size
The article stresses keeping sows in strong thrifty condition through good feed and management to ensure uniformly large litters each year. It cautions against starving sows while expecting large litters and notes sows will self-care if given space, but should not be forced to thrive on little.
Market cattle dehorning dominates large terminals
The report notes most top market cattle are dehorned and even heifers with horns are discriminated against by buyers. It laments the decline in sheep raising attributed largely to stray dogs, urging control with the directive Kill Any Stray Dogs.
Summer pasture Sudan grass matches other for milk cows
Sudan grass pasture, when used for milking cows, proves as good as standard pastures and equal to a silage and grain hay ration.
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Sudan
Harvesting Soybeans by Machinery in Diverse Conditions
United States Department of Agriculture outlines soybean harvesting options including two wheeled bean harvesters, self binding with grain binders, mowing machines with side delivery, shelf rake reapers, and grain separators. It notes efficiency, care to minimize seed loss, drying guidance, and storage precautions for viable seed.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Wash Rabbits Away Tree Treatment Recipe
A U S B S report outlines a tree washing formula by D A Gilchrist of the United States biological survey to deter rabbits. The method mixes strychnine sulfate with boiling water starch glycerine and molasses and is applied to tree trunks with a brush to prevent bark damage.
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D. A. Gilchrist
United States Biological Survey
Elevated Site for Orchard Planting and Drainage Tips
Choose a high, well-drained plot and ridge soil for drainage if the water table is shallow. Install drainage ditches between tree rows. Plant on up land clay at nursery depth. in light sandy soil, plant two inches deeper. Buy from reliable nurseries and avoid diseased or unsuitable varieties.
Don’t Neglect Small Fruit When Planting Orchard
The piece advises planting small fruits first or alongside apples since small fruits bear earlier and provide ample fruit while waiting for apple trees to mature. It emphasizes prioritizing early-bearing crops to avoid delays in harvest.
Mammoth clover adaptation compared to medium red clover
Mammoth clover tolerates light soils better and grows similarly on fertile heavy soils, but on sandy fertile grounds medium red clover is preferred. The choice depends on soil texture and fertility to maximize hardiness and yield.
Itney Without Honor and the Nickel’s Lost Value
Nostalgic reminiscence traces the decline of the nickel from a versatile coin to a nearly useless denomination. It recalls watermelons, bananas, bread, ice cream, shoes shines, and taxi rides once bought for five cents, followed by the削 decline as jitneys vanished and streetcar fares rose. The piece laments profiteering and changing times.
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Street
Unique name born from Y W C A life in New York
A Romanian mother in New York proudly names her two month old daughter Alice YWCA Stamboulides to honor the Y W C A branch where she learned English and customs. The couple met as the husband aided by Y M C A training.
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New York City
Alice Ywca
United States
Harlem
Stamboulides
Alice
Alice Stamboulides
Mary Armistice Smiths
John Pershing Joneses
Cherish Enthusiasm and Youthful Dreams for Progress
A motivational tribute urges keeping enthusiasm and youth at the forefront to convert dreams into productive work. It argues mature effort and daring vision spur achievement, despite naysayers, and claims gifts to the world arise from dreams, driving progress and blessing society.
Dodo Portraits Reappear From Early Java Sea Harbor
Detroit Journal reports new evidence that living dodos were taken to Amsterdam around 1626, producing vivid portraits. Sailors on Mauritius hunted the flightless birds for food, destroying the species. A white dodo portrait suggests a distinct variety beside the gray plumage of the ordinary type.
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Mauritius
Amsterdam
Detroit Journal
Wireless Mast on China's Wall for American Navy
A large reinforced concrete wireless mast was erected on the Great Wall for the American navy. It stands 164 feet high. The original two piece precast construction failed when an accident killed an American engineer and four coolies. A mold casting method was then used successfully despite higher costs.
Perma nent K P Menu Proposed by Bombay Doctor
Dr Edat Behram of Bombay advocates a permanent raw diet featuring shredded cabbage beets carrots whole wheat fruits nuts and raisins as staple. Applications for permanent K P in the Indian army are now in order. Line forms on the right Home Sector.
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Seft
Edat Behram
Bombay
India
K. P
Chicago Forest Reserve Yields Over Thirteen Thousand Dollars
Chicago reports a 15000 acre forestry preserve generating more than 13000 in rentals and sales receipts from timber and other materials taken from the lands.
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Forests of
Chicago
Holland Plans Large Blast Furnace and Rolling Mill
Holland recalls wartime shortages when supplies of iron and steel were entirely controlled by foreigners. She now plans a large blast furnace and rolling mill to bolster domestic production and reduce reliance on imports.
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Holland
Billboards Tax Plan Urged by Special Commission
The Boston Transcript reports a special billboard commission recommends taxing all outdoor advertising devices except signs tied to occupiers or property sales. Exempt signs include those conforming to existing law or advertising the premises or business. An annual excise tax would be set by the public works division based on location neighborhood traffic and other value factors.
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Special Billboard Commission
Division of Highways
Public Works Department
Boston Transcript
Towns on Honor Roll for Memorial Tree Planting
The American Forestry Association lists towns adding memorial trees to the honor roll, including Lanham Maryland Augusta Georgia Thompson Georgia Carbondale Illinois Indianapolis Indiana Green Dale Kentucky LaGrange Kentucky Louisville Kentucky New Orleans Louisiana Waltham Massachusetts Caruthersville Missouri Camp Dix New Jersey Brooklyn New York Mamaroneck New York Mohegan Lake New York New York City Tarrytown New York Sharon Hill Pennsylvania Marion Virginia Bridgeport Connecticut College Park Georgia Milledgeville Georgia Logansport Indiana Hobart Indiana Fort Campbell Kentucky Middlesex New Jersey Elmira New York Metuchen New Jersey Lumber Bridge North Carolina Addyston Ohio Hatboro Pennsylvania Memphis Tennessee Appleton Wisconsin. The association registers the trees and offers free day programs and free certificates of registration on request.
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American Forestry Association of Washington
Lanham
Augusta
Thompson, Ga
Carbondale
Ill
Indianapolis
Ind
Greendale
LaGrange
Louisville
Mamaroneck
N. Y
Mohegan Lake
New York City
Tarrytown
Sharon Hill
Marion, Va
Bridgeport
Beauty Inspires Civilized Taste Through Architecture
The Spokane Spokesman Review argues that noble architecture and landscape gardening reflect the public crave for beauty. It asserts that enjoyment of buildings and parks signals a people’s ascent from barbarism to civilization.
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Spokane Spokesman Review
Early Care of the Lawn and Fertilizing Tips
Prepare to reseed and top dress once frost lifts. Fertilize and roll the lawn. If using dried sheep manure, test in a flower pot for weed seeds. Much of the manure is dried but not sterilized.
Pay Debt to Community
A brief saying urging responsibility to repay societal debts beyond money. It frames community as a long term creditor demanding time and engagement as well as financial obligation.
Remark About Rosalind’s Temper Across a Play Tale
Harrieth calmly endures Rosalind’s outburst then remarks the girl must be an awful thought er inside to speak so harshly about the dolls. The exchange reflects a gentle, observant response to a child’s strong emotion.
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Harrieth
Rosalind
Steel ships carry more cargo than iron vessels
Steel ships are said to carry about 20 percent more cargo than iron ships, reflecting the efficiency and strength of steel hulls in transporting goods.
Royal crocodile treasury guards Annam’s riches
A Frenchman recounts a singular Annamese ruler who hid gold and silver in logs inside a palace tank guarded by large crocodiles. The ferocious guards could not be bribed or killed, and the treasury has reportedly never been robbed or burned.
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Annam
Nature
Woman confronts Enver Pasha over Dardanelles deaths
A Turkish woman rebukes Enver Pasha during protests by bereaved mothers over high casualties in the Dardanelles and Baghdad campaigns. She challenges his callous tone and prays that his mother shares the same pride in brave patriots.
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Enver Pasha
Committee of Union and Progress
Dardanelles
Bagdad
Empire
Marshallah
Effendi
Barnett Miller
Asia
The Modern Washlady and The Columbus Wash Delays
A Columbus family faced delays when their wash was returned late by the local washwoman who claimed frequent motor trips in good weather. The note explains the washer owns no car and worries about summer washing schedules.
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Columbus Dispatch
Ground Thawing Device Used On Alaska Rail Lines
An electric ground thawing tool for Alaska railroad work uses a hollow steel pile with a sharpened point and driving head. Three resistance coils heat the surrounding frozen ground as a portable transformer on a sled supplies low voltage high current to thaw soil enough to drive wooden piles.
Our Chemical Independence
The article notes wartime shifts boosting U S medicine-making capacity. It contrasts prior reliance on German imports costing high prices with a domestic effort that, after years of work, enables affordable, nearly complete chemical product manufacture. It cites a dose previously at ten dollars now around one dollar.
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United States
Germany
Great Minds and Poverty Fuel Great Progress
The piece argues that the toil and sacrifices of figures like Faraday, Humphry Davy, and Michelangelo drove world progress. It notes poverty spurred study and persistence, even as legendary workers endured hardship to complete their work and benefit future generations.
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Faraday
Humphry Devy
Michelangelo
Julius I
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