Policy of railroads aims to win war and serve public
Washington June 16 Director General McAdoo laid out the railroad administration aims in order of importance: win the war by moving troops and matériel promptly, then serve the public with low-cost transportation, promote sympathy between management, employees, and patrons, and apply sound economics. He noted progress toward these ideals and the need for time to develop the policy.
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Washington, D. C
McAdoo
Railroad Administration
United States Railroad Administration
Potato Beetles Do Much Damage and Progeny Threat
The United States Department of Agriculture reports Colorado potato beetle damage across the central United States with new incursions in Washington and Oregon. Arsenate of lead is favored over Paris Green, applied by sprayer, to kill beetles and their “slugs” though slower, with repeated applications and alternative methods like brushing and hand-picking for early-season control.
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Paris
Unite ‘States Department of Agriculture
Colorado
United States
Great Plains
Atlantic Coast
Eee
Plan for Supply of Silage Urges Early Prep
The United States Department of Agriculture urges stockmen to plan now for ample silage to guard against forage scarcity and high feed costs next winter. Beef cattle farmers should allocate sufficient land to grow silage crops, with extra corn and sorghum in the South to offset potential shortfalls from dry weather or hail.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Department of Agriculture
Paris Welcomes American Soldiers with Flower Pelting
Paris greeted overseas troops with overwhelming enthusiasm as they rode through the city in cars. Flowers showered on the soldiers while crowds cheered along the main boulevards, marking a spirited welcome to the front.
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Paris
Battle Front
Submarines Sunk Credited to Davy and Sailors
Senator John W. Wesks told a Pemberton Mass audience that since January 1 our Davy has sunk 28 German submarines and that the sailors deserve the credit for the feat.
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Mass
United States
John W. Wesks
Senate Mlitary Affairs Committee
Peru Senate Approves Sale of Vessels Flying Flag
Lima reports the senate approved a project allowing the sale of ships flying the Peruvian flag and imposed restrictions to curb shipping interests.
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Peru
Senate
Senate blocks German in Washington public schools
The Senate approved an amendment to an appropriation bill prohibiting the teaching of German in the public schools of the District of Columbia.
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Washington, D. C
The
Senate
Colmmobia
Redfishd Seeks 10000 for Alaska Fisheries Protection
Washington U S Secretary sends a message to congress requesting an additional appropriation of 710000 to protect peas and salmon fisheries of Alaska.
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Washington
U. S
Edfield
Conerees
Alaska
Agricultural Department Experts Share Stems of Interest
The Times presents insights from United States Department of Agriculture experts and other notable writers on agricultural stems of interest to readers. The piece outlines key topics, including crop practices, soil health, and seasonal recommendations.
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the Times
United States Department of Agriculture
Wine running in orchard
State zoologist Prof. Surface warns hogs may be pastured in young orchards if two or three cautions are followed. Do not let hogs rub against trees or root up tree roots during grazing.
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Fi. BH. Surface
SUTY OF CIVILIANS. Fractured OCR fragment
Fragmentary OCR text discusses civilians and military affairs with garbled wording and missing context. The readable portions reference civilian duties and a mention of Merrie tara. The source lacks clear events, names, or dates to confirm a完整 meaning.
Managing Fertile Eggs and Postseason Losses
The article warns that most losses come from the fertile eye after breeding season ends and warm weather returns. It stresses selling or confining water fowl promptly once hatching season concludes to reduce losses.
Plan for Navy Beans Boosts Farmer Interest This Year
PLAN CROP OF NAVY BEANS Many farmers consider planting navy beans due to high prices this season. Beans store well if prices drop, are easy to grow, and yield from eight to fifteen bushels per acre.
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Nere
Surplus Corn Aid Sought in Unclear Report
A cryptic fragment describes aid related to surplus corn and a train in a distant context. The text references weather, drying, and planning but lacks clear actions, dates, or named entities.
Warding Little Ghicks Whither Are aiorent Esizen Chicks
Fragmented OCR text gives scattered phrases about feeding and pepper shure of the teed. No clear events or names emerge to form a coherent news item.
Four Distinct Methods of Making Hay in Agriculture
The article outlines four hay making systems: hand loading, hay loader usage, push rakes with stackers, and windrow baling. It discusses equipment needs, regional adoption, labor dynamics, and practical challenges such as ground conditions and curing requirements.
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United States Department of Agriculture
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Timothy and
Clover
New York
Pennsylvania
Ohio
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Iowa
Algo
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Prairia
Hog Growth Feeds Compared At Ames Station
At Ames Town station hogs show better gains when fed shelled corn from a self feeder and tankage from another, than when fed ear corn on a concrete floor with tankage. Average gains slightly favor self feeding, though not universally.
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