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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1917
Page
4
A St. Joseph Observer passage argues that great civilizations fall in war and never recover. It questions the theory that war renews national vigor, noting depleted resources, exhausted taxes, and invaded markets as precursors to lasting peace. The piece cites Egypt to the Danube to frame decline.
Governor Gardner's influence against revenue measures signals a push by supporters to defeat the referendum, risking state credit and public school funds. The issue overlaps with Will Mayfield College commencement and a broad note on local movements, travel, and community events around Lutesville and Cape Girardeau.
Potato vines are being eaten by Colorado potato beetles. Paris green is the common poison, mixed with lime as dust or with water for spray. Wet plants aid application. stirring ensures even coverage to kill young insects and beetles while reducing leaf burn risk.
The text recommends arsenate of lead as an effective long lasting insecticide for vegetables and fruits. It suggests mixing 3 to 5 pounds for paste and half as much for dry powder per 50 gallons of water, with a second application after ten days. It notes careful use is necessary since it is a poison and warned that one would need to eat an excessive amount to be harmed.
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