Terracing Machinery Boosts Small Gardens and Yields
Terracing uses tools from the home made V drag to road graders, with the Fresno and ditcher among the favored devices. For labor efficiency, two men and several animals ride the V drag, while small road graders suit narrow country roads. Farmers should share or rent machines rather than buy individually, starting terracing at the top crest and widening annually to two feet height and twenty five feet width.
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Agricultural College
Cripmel
Ehie
Sian
Revival tale in Groesbeck column ends with a $2.50 donation
The Groesbeck Journal column by A. R. Henderson recounts a humorous revival episode in which Pastor A. E. Harrison misreads a donation gesture as a collection request. A bottle of misread generosity leads to a $2.50 pledge and a moral about sticking to one’s intent.
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Groesbeck
A. R. Henderson
Groesbeck Journal
Ibove
A. E. Harrison
The
Baptist Church
Harrison
Robin Henderson
Ossie Adams
Oskie
Iind
Texas
So-and- So
Jess
Henderson
Wico News-Tribune
Interpretations of Roosevelt re employment act questions
Washington Aug 2 answers to questions about problems raised by the voluntary re employment agreements state that manipulating hours to evade the spirit of the act is a violation. Luncheon and rest periods may be deducted within reason, and employers may hire and pay at least the minimum wage without keeping all current workers.
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Washington
Roosevelt
National Recovery Administration
Lands Post Notice by Fitzsimons Land & Cattle Co
Notice posted under law revokes all former permits on lands formerly owned by J Stribling and Sons now owned by Fitzsimons Land & Cattle Co Damon Smith Mer The Chicago World’s Fair coverage may span hundreds of acres per Norfolk Ledger Dispatch.
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J. ©. Stribling
Norfolk Ledger
Dispatch
Clothing costs to rise as wholesale prices climb
Fort Worth merchants report wholesale increases driven by processing taxes and higher labor costs under the National Recovery Act. Expect higher retail prices this fall with 50 cent hose rising toward 1 and suits and shirts up in cost. retailers plan to restock mid August to August 30.
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Fort Worth
A. E. Gentzer
Quality Shirt Manufacturing Company
Augusta
Aera
The Recovery Emblem Born in the Air Over Philadelphia
In Philadelphia and Washington a blue eagle emblem for the recovery plan took shape aloft. Artist Charles T. Cainer, art director of N. W. Ayer & Bons, sketched the design on a rushed arplane flight to the capital, translating the President's vision into a national symbol of industrial recovery.
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Art Institute of Chicago
United States
Europe
Africa
Cainer
National Recovery
Philadelphia
Washington
Capitol
Charles T. Cainer
N. W. Ayer & Bons
Mobilizing for War on Low Mood and Recovery Plan
The 1930s article discusses Roosevelt's recovery program to boost employment and raise wages, noting it aims to reduce distress without price fixing. It highlights new trade groups, competition reforms, and broad public support, while urging clear guidance from authorities as confusion lingers.
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Roosevelt
Iinds
Arden
Gbiehex Living Coss
Inn
America
Brownwood
Dulletin
Guard Against Infantile Paralysis Warns Texas Official
Austin August officials caution that August sees more infantile paralysis cases in Texas. Dr John W Brown Texas State Health Officer warns the disease is serious and treacherous for the medical profession.
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Austin
Tex
Texas
John W. Brown
Kill the Chiseler Promotes Honest Pricing Reform
An advertisement under the headline Halt the Chiseler urges buyers to seek value over lowest price, calling for a six month cessation of the lowest bid practice. William Feather argues that stopping price slashing is essential to prevent American business bankruptcy. The piece cites Construction Methods and a need for a “chiseling holiday” starting immediately.
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William Feather
Construcion Methods
Suggreste
Businexk
Chroniciv
Toledo
Fowa
Endurance and the Spirit that Bends Toward Victory
Livestock Reporter reflects on enduring courage as central to character. Endurance, not mere skill, lifts individuals against odds and harsh conditions, turning struggle into achievement. The piece praises perseverance as the measure of real strength guiding a life and destiny.
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Austin E. Burges
Farm News
West Texas
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