13 Jun 1930
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Newspaper
Le Grand Reporter
Location
Le Grand, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1930
Page
1
The cherry slug or cherry sawfly injures leaves on cherry trees with two broods, first in June and a second in August, potentially defoliating trees and harming fruit quality. The slug also affects pear and plum foliage. Experts advise spraying with arsenate lead mixtures or other insecticides to control the pests.
Tennessee agricultural tests reveal cryolite and barium fluosilicate as promising arsenic substitutes for spraying and dusting fruit. They offer low foliage toxicity, comparable price to lead arsenate, and effective control of the Mexican bean beetle, hornworms, and flea beetles when used at prescribed rates. The materials perform well when dusted with lime and show moderate leaf burn at high acre rates.
Fruit trees require spring fertilizing placed under the outer branches away from the trunk where fine feeding roots lie. Use nitrogenous fertilizer like nitrate of soda or sulfate of ammonia at about one quarter pound per year of age, e.g., a 4 year old tree gets one pound, 24 years old six pounds. old peach trees rarely need more than three pounds. Spread on the ground and let rain wash it in.
The article explains that cherry trees drop fruit when the fruit reaches a certain size because they are self sterile. It urges planting different varieties that bloom together so pollen can fertilize blooms and suggests a temporary fix of cutting blooming branches and placing them in water near blooming trees.
Tree specialists from the United States Department of Agriculture advise that most shade and ornamental trees with only a few dead limbs deserve attention. Trees with many dead limbs or decayed areas may not be worth the expense, especially rapid-growing short-lived varieties.
The United States Department of Agriculture notes cucumbers for pickling are a profitable regional specialty with about 75,000 acres grown annually and a value around 3 million dollars. Michigan leads output with Wisconsin second. Indiana Minnesota Colorado and California also significant. Practical advice for soil prep planting thinning harvesting and pest control is provided in Farmers Bulletin 7620 F by J H Beattie.
Dr J F Bullard of Purdue warned poultrymen in Indiana that coccidiosis is a costly, common disease affecting chicks aged two to fifteen weeks. He stressed that the coccidium spreads via droppings and stresses sanitation, clean houses, unused lots, and separating odd birds and young chicks as key controls.
Regular feeding and milking improve dairy profits and testing is the only sure way to detect tuberculosis in cows. Clean milk is essential though potentially dangerous if hygiene lapses occur. Proper roughage reduces grain needs. Cows should be clipped brushed washed before milking. Cabbage root maggot control uses corrosive sublimate at one ounce per eight gallons water, applied around each plant.
A humorous columnist faults careless driving and alibis in a rambling tirade. He recounts an accident where a parked bus rolled into a sedan injuring a woman, mocks the driver’s insurance excuse, and likens careless driving to provoking a rattlesnake. The piece blends blunt wit with sharp criticism of negligent behavior.
An engine runs best with periodic oil changes. Low lubricating value causes wear across parts and potential damage. Gas or water in oil, or contamination by dust, metal, carbon, or other abrasive material, hastens wear and reduces oil effectiveness.
The article offers practical car maintenance tips noting valve cores should be renewed yearly and a drop of light oil eases choke operation. It also observes most new cars were bought on installment plans and explains issues like spark plug fouling and oil consumption causing smoke. It warns a lemon can result from poor care and comments on rising car heights and a risky hit and run driver.
A quiz style item explains why old cars use more oil due to looser joints and worn pistons. It advises inspecting leaks and tightening loose parts to save oil. The oil filter is highlighted as the main device to extend oil life, with a 10 000 mile cartridge renewal reminder and the consequence of not renewing it leading to more frequent oil changes.
The article describes self propelling rockets used to speed cyclists on a Berlin track. Riders reached about 40 kilometers per hour though final results remain confidential until tests conclude.
Guidance on maintaining high value cars covers engine, chassis, radiator, and tires. Batteries require watering every two weeks while tires should be checked weekly. Avoid oil and water contact with fabrics, seal oil leaks, and store greasy rags and tubes in cloth bags to prevent fire risks.
The article explains that a thin oil film between moving parts protects the engine and is kept clean by the oil filter. After 10,000 miles the filter accumulates dirt and sludge, reducing efficiency and allowing the film to degrade, which necessitates servicing the filter to maintain engine protection.
Prof J D Brew tells Cornell visitors that milk cleanliness hinges on barn design and equipment. Bacteria thrive in warm, poorly cooled milk, and improper cleaning raises counts. udder infections and dirt contribute. With efficient cooling and sterilization, over 90 percent of counts stay under 100 000.
Dairy cleaning guidance favors brushes over rags for washing milk and cream vessels. Rinsing with cold or lukewarm water first prevents coagulation, then hot water with strong washing powder removes fat. Utensils should be sterilized and air dried without towels to avoid souring odors.
Several experiment stations report practical use of dry skim milk in rearing dairy calves. Wisconsin researchers say sufficient work shows dry skim milk fits into calf rations. A University of Minnesota bulletin from St Paul discusses calf-raising when whole milk is sold.
Ground barley mixed with silage and hay supports calf growth. Large cows, especially high producers, often outpace stunted calves. Butter fat prices drop prompting dairymen to economize with cottonseed meal and forage choices, risking calcium depletion in cows. Hay should be fed early. timothy and grasses require attention. Pastures yield more when not grazed too early, and berry pastures provide abundant protein despite bulk.
A playful dialogue contrasts a complaint about hotel sauce with cabinet pudding. A moral line suggests many men are valued less than the coverage they hold, while a remark notes curiosity can masquerade as sympathy.
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