Short Strawed Oats Offer Lodging Solutions
Wisconsin agronomy experts advise farmers to use a short strawed oat variety like Wisconsin No. 7 or Sixty Day to reduce lodging on fertile dairy soils. No. 5 is also suggested for poorer soils. Prepare a firm seed bed and disk corn stubble in spring for best results. avoid excessive soil nitrogen.
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R. A. Moore
Agronomy ‘S Department
University of Wisconsin
Agronomy Department
Ind
Wisconsin
Recom
A County Progress Toward the Better Farm Movement
Wisconsin county children surveyed county progress toward farm betterment in 1918. The survey records 3 silos 1848 farm automatic milking machines 90 incubators 24 tractors 180 fruit canning outfits 19 churns and other farm improvements. It notes 420 farm houses with baths running water in 498 kitchens and widespread electricity 122 electric connections and 898 rented power. It shows 1 652 farm homes sell daily newspapers 1516 subscribed to magazines and 2126 had farm papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
Cron
Military Wool Demand Surges in 1918 Across States
The United States used 71 million pounds of wool grease equivalent in 1918, much for soldiers’ clothing, while civilian needs lagged. Monthly use averaged 65.5 million pounds through October, dropping to 47 million in November and 38.3 million in December. Massachusetts led usage, followed by Pennsylvania and Rhode Island, with May hitting 74.6 million pounds and March and April over 70 million.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Bureau of Markets
States Department of Agriculture
Massachusetts
Pennsylvania
Rhode Isssandis
New Jersey
New York
Connecticut
New Hampshurg
Ohio
Maine
Farmer's at hand remedies ease minor ailments at home
A farmer notes having a few reliable medicines like Chamberlain remedies for bowel and stomach troubles coughs and sprains. He argues keeping these articles ready saves trips to town and can prevent more serious diseases by treating issues as soon as they appear.
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Paul Keep
Chamberlain
Apple Tree Scales Controlled by Spray
Entomologist C L Fluke advises spring lime sulfur spray to prevent oyster shell scale on apple trees before bud growth. The scale is widespread and worsens apple quantity and quality. use one gallon sulfur to 72 gallons water and apply as buds begin to grow.
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C. L. Fluke
College of Agriculture
Madison
Wisconsin Fights Wheat Rust With High County Eradication Record
Wisconsin leads in eradicating barberry plants to control wheat rust. The 1910 effort, led by the state department of agriculture, aimed for 100 percent county completion, with Richland first to declare success in April and Green, Crawford, Vernon counties soon after. By July, 14 northern counties boasted full eradication, while Trempealeau Beck Manitowoc and Dane lagged due to remaining barberries in woods and city Milwaukee retaining a few shrubs. Roots allow regrowth, so treatment must continue three to four years.
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Wisconsin
State Department of Agriculture
Allege of Agriculture
State Department
Richland County
Green County
Crawford
Vernon
Grant
Lowa
Jevayette
Trempealeau
Beck
Manitonove
Dane
Milwaukee
Local Diary Notes From Lindsey With Play and Elections
Lindsey J W White attended a highway committee meeting in Grand Rapids. Miss Alsi¢ Prell improves from throat illness. Townsfolk hoped for daylight saving repeal but Congress did not act. Lautiah Aid bazaar and supper planned for April 10. Friday April 11 Lindsey hall to host play Back to the Farm with all cast stars. Rock election Tuesday produced 110 votes with close contests. officials elected include Edwin Kettle Ora Ingie A B Hansen John Catranach P J Tilton C A Ingle John Rothenberger Geo Jones Bernard McTavish Lestie Jepner.
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J. W. White
Grand Rapids
Highway Committee
Alsi¢ Prell
Lindsey Hall
Chili
Rock
Edwin Kettle
Ora Ingie
A. B. Hansen
John Catranach
P. Jd. Tilton
C. A. Ingle
John Rothenberger
Geo. Jones
Bernard McTavish
Lestie Jepner
Local Trades and Farm Work Report from Marshfield
Nasonville and Marshfield bailings note Joseph Stine transacted business in Marshfield on Monday. William Behling pressed. Leopold Donnetbiller Thursday. Joseph Regele sawed wood for Louis Rustad and Leopold Donnerhoney Friday. Aple syrup season praised though may end soon. Joseph Dieringer recently back from France visited Joseph Stine Jr. Sundays Otto Peterson busy trading out day in Chili Friday.
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North Wasonville
Joseph Stine
Marshfield
William Behling
Leopold Donnetbiller
Joseph Regele
Louis Rustad
Leopold Donnerhoney
Joseph Dieringer
France
Joseph Stine, Jr
Otto Peterson
Chili
Want Ad to Be Cheer It Works
A small notice seeks items or services offered under the caption Cheer It Works. The snippet hints at a local want ad asking readers for positive goods or solutions, without naming specific receipts or prices.
Marshfield News Recap and Local Signposts
Local notes report births and illnesses in Marshfield plus a Monday hospital visit by Dr H L Moffatt. A special election on April 10 aims to establish a Union Free High School with expected tax impact and broad civic support. Lines about real estate moves and a Literary meeting led by Dr H le Moffatt reflect community life as spring plans unfold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Setzkorn
Marshfield
H. L. Moffatt
Marshfield Hospital
Wm. Brooker
Hoekstra
James Easter
Elizabeth
John Meuli
Morris
J. F
Strauss
H. F. Roehrig
Albert Elmer
Roehrig
Souk
Ed. Schenemann
Japan
Chippewa
Union Free High
Cwill
Thirteen Hour Devotions at Corpus Christi Bakerville
The Corpus Christi church in Bakerville hosts a thirteen hour devotional service starting today. Across town residents report flu recoveries and ongoing farm work with local families like Binder and Gleisehner assisting haying and factory tasks.
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Corpus Christ Catholic Church
Bakerville
Ludwig Binder
John Martin
Tave
August Martin
Rozellville
Martin
Corpus Christi Church
Frank Gleisehners
Post Office Thief Held In Dallas Case
Dallas police report John W. Cheatham former postal clerk was arrested by federal agents in the $12,500 cash and $32,000 jewelry theft case from the mall in March 1918. He allegedly uncovered treasures at a home and hidden in an empty drawer.
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Dallas
Tex
John W. Cheatham
Marrett
Hig
Auburndale Notes Local Visits and School Proposal
Auburndale residents share social visits with Marshfield and Hillsboro connections. Births are recorded for Louis Gotz and Henry Halverson. A marriage ties Miss Anna Thompson and Albert Gage. Town talks include a push to build a high school with a well attended meeting featuring Robert Moris and Thomason as speakers.
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Hillsboro
Thorny
Auburndale
Robert Moris
Councyl
Thomason
McMillan and neighbors gather for wiring and events
A fragment from a local page notes Herman Sommers McMillan wiring for electricity this week while Mrs. Frank Luchterhand returns from hospital last Wednesday. Hattie Waziaskle of Stratford joins McMillan Road friends and attends the Knorr wedding. Edward Kragmer reports via telegram that her husband reached New York and will soon be mustered out. William Leibelt and Frank Sebring had buildings wired for electric light last week. Irvine Luchterhand suffered pneumonia last week. The Ladies Auxiliary met at the Haag home with a large turnout and a lively program. Mrs. Robert Koleli and Mrs. Ben Lang were chosen delegates to Edgar convention on April 10. Edwin Schroeder spent weekend with his parents then left to Minnesota for testing work. Florenca Huber returned to Milwaukee work after visiting home folks. Frank Denson hauled hardwood flooring for Edward Crowell.
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Herman Sommers
Frank Luchterhand
Hattie Waziaskle
Stratford
McMillan Road
Knorr
Edward Kragmer
New York
William Leibelt
Frank Sebring
Irvine Luchterhand
Key Men Vote to Strike in Washington April
Fragmented OCR reports a labor strike action in Washington with union members voting unanimously to strike. The piece mentions a secret meeting in Chicago, a closure action by month’s end, and references to military terms and aviation by an unnamed source. The garbled text lists flights over the Andes and 21 air squadrons for a peace army, with department announcements about mobilization and personnel numbers.
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Washington
Velegraphees’ Union of Washingjton
Chicago
Aurerte
Peace Army
Wie
Yeowomen Continue Active Service From War Reserve
Washington reports that yeowomen who were enrolled as yeowomen in the national reserve force during the war will remain on active duty in their present rating as Tong 2s. Their services are required.
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Yeowomen
Washington
Soviet Republic in Bavaria Spa Proclaimed
Ani Mathias Eroberger of the Gensan armistice commission received a wireless message announcing the proclamation of a Soviet Republic in Monitli at a Bavarian spa. The terse communique cites a new regime and aligns with wartime diplomacy signals.
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Bavaria
Spa
Ani Mathias Eroberger
Gensan
Monitli
Community notes from MANN area include births visits and accident
Community items report a large granary and machine shed built on March 29 with help from neighbors. Gustave Karau and son Albert arrived from Milwaukee to visit Mrs. Kara and relatives. John Vandenberg fractured a bone in a barn fall and was operated on. A baby boy was born to Mr and Mrs Andrew Seu bert on Friday March 28. Discharge benefits for WWI veterans discussed. many checks will be mailed by the Finance Officer in Washington as claims are processed, with certificates returned to soldiers.
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Richard Koeh
Gustave Karau
Albert
Milkee
G. Kara
Arthur Gauger
Weigelsdorf
Ager
M. Weigel
Richard Koch
John Vandenberg
Hattie Frost
W. C. Roottehor
Marshliehl
Rudolph
Will Hoff
Andrew Seubert
William
Bonus of 60 dollars for officers and soldiers upon discharge
The Way Department confirms section 1406 of the revenue act, approved February 24, 1919, authorizes a $60 bonus for officers, soldiers, field clerks, and nurses upon honorable separation from active service. Heirs are not eligible. Discharged personnel receive the bonus on their final pay roll. those who already received final pay without the bonus should write to the Zone Finance Officer at Lemon Building, Washington, D. C., detailing service since April gy.
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Lemon Building
Washington, D. C
Duty of physicians to cure and relieve all suffering
Introduces a physician’s oath to cure disease and relieve suffering, stating it is the duty of doctors to face knowledge and methods to reach the greatest number for the greatest good. Mentions a homeopathic manual by Frederick Humphreys and a free mail offer from Humphrey Homeopathic Medicine Co. in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick Humphreys
M. D
Humphrey Homeopathic Medicine Co
William St
New York
Do You Sleep Well Try Chamberlains Tablets
Advertisement touts Chamberlains Tablets as a remedy for wakefulness caused by indigestion and constipation. Claims quick relief and a clearer head, suggesting better daytime productivity. Ends with a trade promotion for Marshfeld.
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Arpin
Paul Mot
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Louis Akasberger
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Anna Igehner
Will Schneider
Andrew Gleisehner
Wenzel Binder
John Michalski
Edwin
Michels
Joe Hensler
Frank Creisehner
Raymond Derge
Will Nickolsi
McMillan
Charles Zinthefer
Watkout
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Force
America
Jue Gentata Company
York
Bears
Mann
Zong
Oder
Way Department
Pinance
Buck
Danville, VA
Peyton Brand
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