George F Baker Called New York's Leading Citizen
The article profiles George F Baker known as New York's leading citizen. It recounts his Wall Street career from cashier to First National Bank president, his rescue during panics with Morgan and Stilson, and his philanthropy to Cornell Columbia Harvard and the Metropolitan Opera House. It notes his early life in Troy Brooklyn Williamsburg and long life of public benevolence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wall Street
New York
Antil
Watchey
Tond Club
Ebert H. Gary
Elbert H. Gary
United States Steel Corporation
Jess
Kozor
Lhat
United States Treasury
Andrew J. Mellon
Pierpont Morgan
Homor
George F. Tinker
New York City
Financial District
Mirek
Faker
George Wisher Baker
First National Link
George Fisher Baker
Georgie
Baker
Bank
Ike
Deacon
Trinity Church
Charles F. Mitchell
National City Bank
First National
George F. Baker
Manhattan
New York State Dankers’ Association
Mr. Baker
Mitchell
Taft
Boston
Dorchester
Miss
John Baker
George I
Dedham
George
Troy
George Pf.baker
Brooklyn
Horace Greeley
Williamsburg
Levis Lafire
John
Williamsbirg
Thompson
Findinelal
First National Bank of New York
Washington
Secretary of the Treasury
Ile Flere
Lincoln
Sewars
House of Jay Cooke & Co
First National Bank
New York Clearing House
Morgan
Stilvian
Federal Reserve System
Civer
Metropolitan Opera House Association
Metropolitan Museum
Red Cross
Cornell
Bakerfield
Columbia
Graduate School of Business
Harvard
George B. Baker Foundation
Odd Globe Fish Swims on Its Back
A tropical water inhabitant, the globe fish, has a unique habit. Its underside is capable of filling with air, causing the fish to blow up and naturally turn onto its back as it moves along. This rare creature is the sole known species with this behavior.
Janus Temple of Rome and Its Mythic Roles Through Time
The article recounts the temple of Janus in Rome built by C Dutlias in the third century BC. It notes the temple opened in war and closed in peace and mentions Augustus shutting it thrice, including before Jesus's birth. It explains Janus as guardian of doors and beginnings, linking January’s Latin name to him, and references related myths about birds and gems.
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Janus
Rome
C. Dutlias
T. C
Augustus
Lord
Ings
Oddity Among Birds Whippoorwill Sits Parallel On Branch
An odd American whip poorwill is described, resting with its body parallel to the branch as it figits. The behavior contrasts with other birds that position themselves across the limb, illustrating a curious perching posture in this species.
Skim Milk as Pig Feed Balances Growth and Nutrition
A guide by EL W. Crampton on using skim milk with pig meal to balance nutritive ratio. It notes six pounds of skim milk equal one pound pig meal, stresses rendering a proper carbohydrate to protein balance, and provides practical milk to meal ratios for pigs up to 24 weeks.
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EL W. Crampton
Macdonalg College
Que
Canada
Excellent Supplements Increase Flow of Milk
The article explains that if dairy cows lack protein for milk output, adding cottonseed meal can raise milk and butterfat. Cows Producing up to 1 to 1X gallons daily may graze freely for basic nutrients, while higher producers need grain. A ration of 600 lb corn chop, 200 lb bran, 100 lb cottonseed meal is recommended, with adjustments based on milk yield and fat percent.
Orchard improvements boost yields per fertilized tree
A York County farm bureau report highlights orchard modernization across many regions with run-down orchards. In 14 demonstrations using 4.93 pounds of nitrate per tree, yield rose by .69 barrel per tree, value gained $2.47, fertilizer cost 21 cents, net $2.20 per tree. Across 634 trees, the increased fruit value over fertilizer cost totaled $1,473.04.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York County
Kureau
New York
Common Barberry Kill Methods Outlined by USDA
The United States Department of Agriculture describes chemical methods to eradicate common barberry, a host of black stem rust. Salt and kerosene kill bushes. salt requires surrounding shoots with 3 to 10 pounds, kerosene coats shoots and surrounding soil, with faster results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Department
Washington, D. C
Alfalfa Replacing Timothy in Wisconsin Dairy Rations
Wisconsin agronomist L F Graber says alfalfa is finding a permanent place on farms though not yet replacing timothy acreage rapidly. Dairy farmers seek a dependable year to year crop to reduce feed costs, drawn by alfalfa’s drought resistance, wide soil compatibility, and high yields.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
L. F. Graber
Wisconsin College of Agriculture
Graber
Pruning Guidelines for Young Fruit Trees
Paul Thayer of Pennsylvania State College warns growers past pruning errors. Early aims for young orchards are strength, growth and productiveness. Avoid severe pruning yet, then progressively trim to encourage mature fruiting as trees establish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Thayer
Pennsylvania State College
Thayer
Farm notes on hatchery sunlight and planning for spring
Sunlight prevents rickets in chickens and spraying and dusting gear should be ready. Plant home grounds before spring planting and plan workloads for the season. Focus on quality commands for a strong market, buy legume seeds for soil improvement, and prepare several acres per plow. When pasture turns sparse, feed with forage crops and sweet clover for succulence.
The Wolf Speaks of Wild Life and the Zoo
A wolf in a zoo reflects on past hunts and roaming life, contrasting wild packs and captivity. He recalls sled dogs up north, caves, danger from guns, and the lure of freedom versus contentment with food and care in captivity. He notes his mate, grand hunts, and a longing for once dangerous days while accepting his present, safer life.
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Mrs. Wolf
Africa
Tue
Nursery Nations The Smithson Family House Redecorated
The Smithson family returning from months away found their home thoroughly redone with new wallpaper paint and furniture. Six year old Elsie especially liked a mirror placed at her crib saying it will let her see herself when she ages asleep.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smithson
Pat
Elsie
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George E Baker
Jokn Dickinson Sherman
Seward University
Florida
Ile
Albany
State Banksing Department
Upper Hudson
Salmon P. Chase
the Treasury
Lergers
George F Baker
Mary. Graha
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