Smuggling of Chinese to the United States Surges
A Boston and Providence driven drama reveals complex schemes to smuggle Chinese laborers into the United States. Smuggling rings use disguise and routes via Canada Mexico and Newfoundland to evade authorities and exploit high wages and markets for Chinese workers. The Frolic incident ends with 42 men aboard and $15,000 net profit for smugglers amid arrests and escapes.
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Boston
Providence
R. I
Dories
Customs and Immigration
H. K. Colby
al” Adams
John C. Lehnemann
Simple trap nest for hens at Ontario Agricultural College
A trap nest design used by the Ontario Agricultural College is described as effective. The 12 by 12 by 15 inch nest has a light door that rises when a hen enters, releasing a hook. It can be set by lifting the door and catching the hook under a slat. Useful for tracking laying records of hens.
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Ontario Agricultural College
Marketing Live Poultry and Shipping Tips Notes
In large cities demand for live poultry remains year round with Jewish trade using rabbi overseen slaughter. Prices peak during Jewish holidays. shipping distance affects dressing decisions. Montreal Herald notes crates must be sized for bird comfort and handling, with cross partitions for long crates and thorough ventilation to prevent smothering in crowded cars.
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Montreal Herald
Dark Buckwheat Honey Among Grades and Market Value
The article discusses consumer taste for light versus dark honeys such as buckwheat and amber varieties, and explains grading practices. It notes collectors who value darker honey can fetch top prices, emphasizes separating grades for higher marketability, and outlines grading factors for extracted and comb honey.
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A. J. Cook
California
Department of Agriculture
Avoiding Medicines for Poultry Health
A farmer argues against adding medicines to fowl drinking water or feed. He cites Farmers' Review to urge natural care through good living conditions, sunlight, and exercise. Boiling water can kill germs without harming fowls, and medicines should be used only when birds are sick.
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Farmers’ Review
Beekeeper Urges Patience in Market Selling
A Farm Journal beekeeper advises producers to avoid rushing honey to market or shipping to unknown parties. He favors selling near home to offer neighbors lower prices rather than forcing low prices through distant sales.
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Farm Journal
Sunflower seeds and seed meal advice for moult control
The article advises feeding sunflower seeds occasionally not more than three times weekly due to high oil content which can cause feather shedding. It notes seed meal has similar effects and should be used the same way to hasten moulting when hens are slow to shed feathers at the proper time.
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Canadian
Rio Grande
Canada
United States
Newfoundland
Vancouver
Dominion
Roosts and Nest Platform Design for Birds
The nests measure about 14 inches square and sit 20 inches above the floor. A platform 3 feet wide and 7 feet 6 inches long features roosts of similar length and dimensions 22 by two inches. For heavy breeds a hinged step should be attached to the partition wall or the platform to help birds reach the roost.
Bees and Poultry Tips from Farm Journal
Plum trees in the poultry yard aid both tree and hens. Sealed honey resists dampness better than unsealed. Green cut bone boosts egg production and pullet growth. Remove propolis with an old knife. Pile honey away from walls to avoid moisture. Sour milk vanishes quickly when hens have access to it, turning into eggs.
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Farm Journal
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America
New England
Chinatown
Peking
Hong Kong
Canton
Chinas
China
B. C
Bond
Washington
Havana
Mexican
Mexico
Celestial Empire
Montezuma
Diaz
Canadian Pacific
Malone
Eastport
Cape Hatteras
Mexican Border
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