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Newspaper

Monticello Express

Location

Monticello, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 02, 1923

Page

3

Government salaries push resignations rise in ALRINGTON

Government workers in high level posts are resigning due to low pay and social pressures. Edward Clifford and S Parker Gilbert depart treasury roles citing inadequate salaries. others follow, seeking outside positions despite duty and loyalty to the government.

Alrington Edward Clifford the Treasury Caplital Clifford S. Parker Gilbert The Treasury Mellon

Treasury Surplus Report For Fiscal Year Reveals Hefty Balance

General Lord announces a federal budget surplus of about 310 million dollars for the current year, surpassing President Harding’s earlier forecast and beating prior expectations. The statement details reductions in total expenditures and explains gains in receipts from customs internal revenue and other taxes, offset by capital outlays and debt retirement changes.

General Lord Bureau of the Budget Harding Lord War Finance Corporation Emergency Fleet Corporation

Health measures mark Fort Meade training camp intake

A 2600 member reserve officers training corps at Fort Meade passed a rigorous physical exam with only 24 rejected. The camp vaccinated all, inoculated for typhoid, and used the Schick test for diphtheria susceptibility. Dr. Z M Coffin oversaw testing with Maj. McGuire and Maj. Hutchins coordinating health data and parental communications. Daily hygiene talks and outdoor sport followed morning drills from 7:80 to 11:39 and 1 to 3, with afternoons for athletics after field work.

Citizens Fort Meade Ge Aring Washington Medical Corps

May to June Grains and Goods Show Strong Business Pulse

The Federal Reserve Board reports sustained high production raising employment and some wage gains. Wholesale prices eased slightly over six weeks ending June 15, affecting retail trade. bankers note strong government securities demand. Construction awards rose. unemployment edged up in some sectors while cotton steel meat packing and sugar refining saw notable improvements. Commodity activity remained brisk with heavy merchandising and freight, while wheat outlook remained mixed.

Federal Reserve Board Ise Eeepraeag Huatau Umd Nerchandige

Future Doughboys to Be Invincible

Postwar trials showcase the Garand semiautomatic rifle as the likely infantry standard. John Cantand’s design matches weight of the Springfield but offers rapid fire, easing reloads and reducing manpower needs. Military experts debate tactics shifts as forces anticipate threefold firepower and new battlefield rhythms.

Valsey Aberdeen John OG

Flying Flivver Assured Yet Remains Limited

The New York Times reports on the Dewoitine flying flivver, a small motorized glider weighing about 400 pounds with a 12 horsepower two cylinder engine. It notes limited practical use for carrying people or goods, but highlights its ability to start from level ground and glide using rising air currents.

New York Washington Emil Dewoitine Georges Burrot Sperry Fast Staal Nordman Golf Unks Bayside Alyvers Fieht Ila Janda RS Aart Roosevelt Feld Switzerland Hartz Germany New York Times

Italians Settle Likely in Mexican States

Italian emigrants are expected in large numbers and may settle in Tamaulipas Jalisco Tabasco and Nuevo Leon. Arrangements for their colonization have been made by agents of the Allan emigration service at Washington. The first batch probably will number 600.

Mexico City Mexico Tamaulipas Juisco Tabasco Nuevo Leon Allan Emigration Service Washington

Leaves 50 000 to Kin Who Murdered Him

The Gretann Mastroth estate in Morrispark Queens faces a Surrogate Court dispute over a 59 004 valuation with the killer Albert Mastroth, once her employee and named beneficiary, awaiting potential death penalty after a murder conviction.

New York Gretann Mastroth Morrispark Queens Is Ephesy Albert Mastroth Cartano Albert Albert WS Yes Gale Himphreys Garumme

Verdict Stands Between Albert and Wealth in Jury Case

A jury verdict remains the key obstacle between Albert and a fortune, with the courtroom event shaping the final outcome. The trial focuses on claims and financial stakes, highlighting the legal battle over entitlement and damages.

Man Albert Wealth

Topeka Man Finds Fiancée in Crate Paper Note

Anne Todd Fagan head of the state department in Topeka arranged marriage with Libby Plassett of Pomona. A note found on a orange crate in a Topeka wholesale house months ago led to a romance. They have not yet met face to face.

Topeka Anne Todd Fagan State Department Jeft Pomona Cal Libby Plassett

Girl Nearly Dies After Fractured Ankle in Well

In Frederick, Miss Eu Keker was trapped for about half an hour when the covering of an abandoned well gave way as she stepped on it. Flung into the shaft, she sustained a fractured ankle and severe shock before rescuers pulled her to safety.

Frederick EU Keker Mount Afry iIncain

Fossil Dinosaur Remains Found in China by Asiatic Expedition

A near complete dinosaur skeleton was uncovered in China by members of the American Museum of Natural History third Asiatic expedition. The upper skeleton is mostly in place with a fossilized tail about ten feet long. Excavation and preservation have been underway for two weeks amid other antinads. Also mentions fleet reductions following the Washington conference.

Peking American Museum of Natural Prarory Epg

Spacing Influence on Corn Yields Compared Varieties

The United States Department of Agriculture reports on spacing between hills and its effect on corn yields for single ear and prolific types. Prolific corn generally yields more per acre due to more ears, while single ear gains in ear weight. Free bulletin available from USDA, Washington DC.

United States Department of Agriculture Department United States Washington, D.C

Use of Acid Phosphate Does Not Injure Soil

Experimental evidence shows acid phosphate does not sour soil and may reduce acidity. Long term tests with heavy applications indicate plots treated with acid phosphate are less sour than untreated plots. The term is a trade name from argentum phosphate production and does not harm soil.

Skim Milk Feeds Pigs to Faster Growth in Trial

New Jersey agricultural experiment station reports a feeding trial with market pigs using skim milk. Two groups of ten pigs each, similar in age and weight, tested shelled corn and middlings with tankage, plus 50 pounds of skim milk daily for one group. Milk-fed pigs gained faster, justifying five pounds of skim milk per pig at 58 cents per hundredweight, though pasteurization is advised if milk from tubercular cows.

Animal Husbandry Department The New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station

Milk as vital feed to keep chicks healthy

Milk is a valuable feed for young chicks aiding growth and disease prevention. Sour milk or buttermilk can remedy coccidiosis, the most feared chick disease. Rapid growth reduces susceptibility to illness, and many raisers deem milk essential for the first eight weeks.

Salt for Livestock: Regular Supply Widely Favored

Scientists and private stockmen agree that salt should be supplied regularly to farm animals. Cattle and sheep require the largest amounts, with fattening stock and horses also needing salt, while pigs need only small amounts.

Poor Morse Management in Feeding of Work Horse

A historical critique notes the horse’s poor feeding and management showing lack of judgment. References the dull eye and rough coat as signs. Emphasizes care and proper stewardship of working animals to maintain health and productivity.

Watering Garden Plants in Row Crops

Instructions advise slow watering to thoroughly soak beans and tomitogs while moving the hose along the row. Then suggest culling weak ewes after shearing to retain healthy stock.

Steer fattening tips urge high feed palatability

A note advises that to increase a steer’s fattening, the animal must consume large quantities of food. It recommends making feeds more appealing and palatable to induce greater intake and weight gain.

Grade or scrub bulls used in this country

Seventy five per cent of the dairy bulls in use in the United States are grades or scrubs. The United States Department of Agriculture notes this leads to low average production per cow. In 1921 fewer than 80 000 purebred bull calves were registered, likely underestimating total born.

United States Department of Agriculture United States Sys

Prominent Duck Growers Detail Fattening Rations

In response to a USDA inquiry, leading duck producers describe feeding regimes before market. Rations include cornmeal and bran blends with beef scrap, green feed adjustments, and controlled confinement with fresh water and mash.

Bureau of Animal Industry United States Department of Agriculture

Peculiar Points to Look for in Selection of Ram

A sheep expert from Iowa State College warns farmers to avoid cheap rams with unknown ancestry. Key traits include masculine stamp, broad face, dense fleece, pink healthy skin, strong back, deep rib, and calm disposition. Careful ram selection yields quick, decisive results, crucial as selecting a ram mirrors choosing a good sire for cattle.

T. C. Stone Iowa State College

Concentrates Necessary to Insure Thrifty Sows

The article notes the amount of concentrate required to keep sows thrifty and mentions that rare cages may be needed for supplements. It recommends skim milk as the best protein feed for dairy farms and, if unavailable, alfalfa, clover, soy bean, or cowpen hay as satisfactory alternatives fed in low racks or free-access in lots.

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Chick Loss Cause Tied to Ground Moisture on Feed

Report notes diarrhea linked to feeding practices where chickens eat food left on the ground or in moist moldy hoppers. Authorities caution that damp decaying feed fosters disease and mortality in chicks.

Goose Eggs Scarce and Corn Fattening Value Mentioned

Goose eggs are hard to get with past prices around 245 cents and recently 40 to 60 cents during the laying season. The text also notes corn as very hard to beat for fattening on good pine grass, despite meal prices being cheaper in selling tar.

Unclear text from Kin article shows signs of distress

Fragmentary OCR text mentions Kin and a phrase about putting something behind usage. No coherent event or names of persons or organizations are readable. Summary cannot determine a concrete item. treat as damaged text with minimal factual extraction.

Farming note on sow feeding risks at farrowing

A historical agriculture brief warns that excessive feeding of sows near birth risks upsetting digestion and producing weak or stillborn piglets. It emphasizes moderation to improve piglet viability and sow health.

Iowa News Roundup Highlights Officials and Local Developments

Iowa reports include Dr. Charles Grant re elected state health board president. Des Moines Negro enterprise building dedication. Decorah G A R records to Luther College museum. Sioux City brick plant opening with 175000 dollar investment. Ninety nine items note tax debate and state fairs. Crawford county heat fatalities. Omaha cattle deals near Tama. Oskaloosa paving expansion. Colfax Skunk River bridge completion with concrete piling.

Oskaloosa Charles 3. Grant Iowa City State Board of Health Decorah Museum of Luther College Newton Country Club Keith Williamson Crawford County Sioux City Iowa Des Moines State Executive Council A. R. Corey S. P. McNaught Indiana Anti-Saloon League Tama County Hog Breeders Association San Antonio Texas United Press Minnesota South Dakota Dairy Cattle Congress Waterloo Rock Island Lines Shengudeahs Fors.o.b.scoles Pro Meer Riverton Scoles W. R. Swaney Curtiss-Iown Aircraft Corporation Herring Motor Company Swaney Swaney Aviation William H. Storms Mukden Manchuria Far East Standard Oil Company Glenn C. Haynes Orient North Tama Kennedy & Son Will Sprole Omaha Louisville America Boone Polk Dallas Edgewood Park Milton Wood United States Naval Hospital Annapolis Wood Pressley Marsgunt Milton Kankakee Troy Wright County Innes Sumner Colfax Iowa Highway Commission

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