Agricultural notes from the Northern Middlesex farm column
The department invites short farmer notes for the “FOR THE FARMER” column. It covers markets, prices such as pigs at $100 each, Kansas crop conditions, chicory as a farm crop, Missouri dairy meet prospects, and creamery data from Rantoul, Illinois. It also cites Maine farmer ploughland, soldier cheese ration ideas, poultry tips, Holstein milk records, wheat export ambitions, corn propaganda debate, oat and pea hay curing, and pepper-killed cabbage worms with minimal cost.
Farmers Note High Grass Crops and Hay Prospects
Correspondence from N I Stowell and others notes a bumper grass crop across Essex County and roadsides, predicting cheap hay if weather cooperates. War taxes rise and farm prices vary, with beef and veal expensive while poultry and eggs stay reasonable. Readers discuss corn weather and tolerance to heat, urging practical farming adaptability amid wartime costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Essex County
N. I. Stowell
Destructive Insects and Farmers Notes From 19th Century Press
A compilation of agricultural observations and expert quotes. It discusses invasive insects, farmers knowing their farms, demand for quality horses and poultry, skim milk economics, record keeping for cows, and orchard pest control with hogs to consume fallen fruit. It cites exchanges and figures from experts like Prof. C. F. Curtis and Illinois Horticultural society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prof
C. F. Curtis
Iowa
Goodrich
Illinois Horticultural Society
Dairy and fruit market notes from agricultural report
The article cites California fruit competition with eastern markets and highlights dairy feeding value. It quotes South Dakota dairy leader Mathieson on per cow cash milk returns from a Lansing creamery and advises regular salt for cows to boost milk yield and improve cream consistency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Mathieson
South Dakota State Dairy Association
Lansing Creamery
The Effect of Continuous Milking
A letter from Correspondence to Country Gentleman argues continuous milking harms cows. The writer, with year round milking experience, favors seasonal milking and four weeks rest before calving to boost future milk flow and improve milk quality for human consumption in small dairies.
Grafting by Bark Girdling Boosts Early Fruit Return
At the Minnesota State Horticultural Society meeting, O F Brand described a bark girdling method to force early fruiting. A 1 to 1.5 inch ring of bark is removed around the tree, filled with crab apple bark, and wrapped with cotton cloth. The band is tightened and kept for ten days, with waxed cloth suggested for rain. The method claims earlier fruiting, greater hardiness, and no injury to the tree, usable on young trees between June 5 and 25. any boy could perform it with little practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnesota State Horticultural Society
O. F. Brand
Brand
Northwestern Agriculturist
Underdrainage boosts moisture and yields, expert says
A Farming writer explains drought resistance in well underdrained soil. Capillary action draws moisture from deeper layers, keeping soil moist and preventing cracking. Well-laid drains can double yields in a season, with long-term value. Recommends experienced supervision or authoritative guides for proper installation.
Federation of Women's Clubs elects Lowe president
Denver June 28 reports the General Federation of Women's Clubs chose Mrs. William B. Lowe of Atlanta as president by a 429 to 234 vote. The meeting elected officers and debated representation, per capita taxes, and a push to support bird life preservation. Delegates from Massachusetts voiced discontent over treatment at the meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
General Federation of Women’s Clubs
William B. Lowe
Atlanta
Lowe
Alice Ives Breed
C. P. Burns
William Tod Helmuth
Sarah §. Platt
Col
Charles KE. Fox
Michigan
C. W. Kendrick, Jr
Pennsylvania
Philip N. Moore
Missouri
Kentucky
H. P. Pyle
Connecticut
Breed
Massachusetts
West
Federation
Reed
Washington
Hoar
May Alden Ward
A. Louise McCullough
Stone Spinner
United States
Broadway
Henrotin
General Federation of Woman's Clubs
Citizens’ Business League of
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
California Loyal Soldier’s Manila-bound Letter Details Camp Life
J. E. Rodger, a militia veteran from Co. D, 2d corps cadets, writes to William Moore of Boston from California in June 1898. He recalls six days of travel from Texas to New Orleans and California, describes Pullman comforts, rations of canned beef and beans, and the 6000 to 7000 troops at the camp near the ocean. He notes fine meals in Los Angeles, lack of rifles on departure, and that drills begin tomorrow as the regiment prepares for Manila.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Rodger
Co. D
2D Corps
England
Co. C
18Th U. S. Infantry
William Moore
Boston
California
Manila
John Y. Rodger
Lowell
San Francisco
Will
Fort McPherson
New Orleans
Texas
Los Angeles
U. S
McPherson
Dr Fowler's Extract of Wild Strawberry Remedy
A historical notice promoting Dr Fowler's Extract of Wild Strawberry as a cure for dysentery diarrhea and summer complaint. It presents the product as a blessing for both young and old and frames it as nature's specific for digestive issues common in summer.
Battle Between Crows and Hawk Over Prospect Park
Observers in Prospect Park witnessed a peregrine falcon attack crows nesting near Battle Pass. The hawk, coming from the northwest, engaged the flock amid rain as crows and park birds fled. After a prolonged chase, the falcon seized a crow and carried it aloft toward its eyrie, likely near the Palisades, to feed its mate.
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Prospect Park
Battle Pass
Memorial Monument
Flatbush Avenue
Maryland Regiment Monument
Eyrie
Palisades
New York Sun
How to Rid a House of Ants in Simple Steps
A country house pest guide describes two ant remedies. One uses coarse sponge soaked in sugar to attract red ants, then dunked in hot water to kill them. The other advises burying sweet oil vials near the pantry to lure ants, which die from asphyxia after sipping the oil. Both methods can be used together.
Burdock Blood Bitters Promised To Regulate Stomach
An advertisement extolls Burdock Blood Bitters as a natural quick remedy for stomach upset and bowel regulation, claiming no one would be bothered by constipation if widely used.
Tailor Made Gowns Show Modern Fashion Trends
A fashion preview describes tailor made gowns in demand for graceful figures with options like close bodices and bolero outfits. It highlights chemisettes, elaborate silk waists, and accessories such as liberty silk scarves, lace trims, and ruched details.
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Foulard
Grace Taffeta
Batiste
White is Fashionable for Summer Gowns and Accessories
A fashion note describes summer gowns in white across styles from sheer muslin to satin, with white accessories like belts and fichus. Describes outfits including serge and cheviot seaside wear, and a pink ta f fet a gown with lace bands and ruches. Designer Judic Chollet signs the sketch.
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Middlesex
Editorial
Kansas
Department of Agriculture
Botany Division
Missouri Board of Agriculture
Colman
Rta
Ill
ORTS
Maine
Ontario
St. Louis
Vermont
Timothy
The
Globe- Democrat
N. Anderson
Paris
New England
F. Cornish
M. Daniels
Nubbins
Globe-Democrat
I of
Lynn
Ladies of the Red Cross
Islands
Arizona
Chinatown
Red Cross
California Loyal
Carboys
Clark
Ledue
Carboy
Fuller & Clark
E. Merrimack Street
Merrimack River Savings Bank
N. G. Lamson
EE. Ferrett
Pearl Street
New York
U. SS. Manufacturing CO
Fond du Lac
Wis
Parker
Caluarantee
Bona.Fiderty Co
Twelfth Ward Bank
East 125Th St
Sewall G. Mack
Jacob Rogers
Levi Sprague
Alexander G.cumnock
George S. Motley
Edward M. Tucke
James Francis
Couriercitizen
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