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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1924
Page
8
Fragmentary report notes the legend of King Alfred founding Oxford and cites Cambridge's 1257 establishment by Hugh de Balsham, bishop of Ely. It also mentions dry conditions in eastern Syria and a local tennis ball recovery at Salt Lake City golf course.
Lynde Pucti, a noted German film star, is rumored to be attracting Count Ludwig Salm von Hoogstraeten, husband to Millicent Rogers. Reports say a divorce may be pursued and the count could wed the actress.
Nu-Wood is an artificial solid board made from tree-fiber particles that are chipped, treated in water, ground, and pressed under heavy force to form a stiff dense board suitable for paint, comparing favorably to natural wood.
Chinese track star Henry Yeeh has brought honors to Mt Union College. He arrived in America three years ago to complete his education and quickly adapted to American coaching and training, earning his varsity letter with ease.
An American doctor, Dr. Carlos F. McDonald, asserts golf promotes perpetual youth. The claim follows earlier remarks by English physician Dr. Dearden who warned golf can exhaust players.
The British Open and amateur championships will bar 18 players nicknamed Rabbits who repeatedly leap from bunkers and persist in play despite low chances of winning. The policy targets those who clutter fairways and disrupt major competitions.
Zev the 3-year-old champion from Instgenson 18 will take a long rest after failing in the Brooklyn handicap at Aqueduct. Trainer Sam Hildreth of the Ruancocngs stable decided to withdraw the wonder horse from further competition for the near future following a disappointing spring campaign.
Washington Americans right fielder Sam Rice shows notable golf skill after taking up the game this year. He carded a 77 at Indian Springs. Other baseball players like Nick Altrock Harris Ruel Clark Griffith Goose Goslin also play regularly on public links.
The New York Americans show the classiest pitching staff with Miller and Shawkey as veterans. During the pennant drive last season Shawkey’s arm showed signs of losing some speed, raising concern over his pitching as the season ends.
Ty Cobb leads American League in at bats and hits this year while Johnny Lavan shines in fielding. The Orioles reshuffle with Clarence Pitt traded for Tommy Connelly as Josh Billings links with Kansas City. Fred Merkle belts four homers in two days at Syracuse Park, among league leaders. The Appalachian League sees Morristown and Kingsport atop standings as trades touch Memphis Southern and Washington figures. Cuyler swipes eight bases in the Southern Association. Maranville sheds clown image and German-born Leonard eyes Detroit return. Eddie Brown’s three homers in a doubleheader boost Dodgers, Lavan signs with Kansas City Blues, and Ray Joyce returns from Washington option to Norfolk.
Report from the eastern Intercollegiate meet highlights a Boston track coach’s call for modest celebration and sportsmanship. He urges athletes to win graciously and share credit, emphasizing friendships in track and field over the final outcome. The scene includes Stanford’s Glenn Martrantt congratulating Princeton’s Hg on a near miss in shot put.
Walter Hagen, American golf star, won the British Open by one stroke with a total of 801 over 72 holes of medal play. The photograph shows Hagen driving.
Historic sports notes include Johnny Dundee claiming 2000 pounds shed in weight prep. Other items mention 40 ostriches to race at Grunewald in Germany and various college football and crew updates across multiple universities.
An article prepared by the United States Department of Agriculture explains how inefficient threshing machines waste grain and time. It outlines causes such as incorrect speed, incomplete threshing, misleveling of separators, and improper blast adjustments, urging crop owners to learn machine operation and adjustments. A 991 Farmers' Trillet pamphlet offers guidance for farmers with grain threshing needs.
The New York State College of Agriculture cites three main aims of tillage: killing weeds loosening soil and saving moisture. Weeds should be controlled early between planting and crop size. For corn and potatoes harrowing shapes the crop, with two inches as the ideal maximum cultivation depth to avoid bringing up more weed seeds.
Article describes treating sheep grub in the head with coal oil. Procedure includes laying the sheep on its back, pouring a teaspoonful into each nostril, and allowing the discharge to drain from the sinus passages. Note the risk of heavy mucus blockage and snorting to expel larvae.
A historic recipe mixing coal tar dip with whale oil fish oil and laundry soap to make a fly spray. It specifies 9 pints coal tar dip plus whale oil and fish oil and other ingredients to create eighty gallons of solution.
The guide recommends using 2 pounds of arsenite of lead mixed with 50 gallons of water to spray potato plants when beetles first appear. The same spray can control worms that feed on cabbage leaves.
A practical ration for early lambs uses two parts ground corn two parts crusted oats two parts bran and one part meal. Fed in creeps with alfalfa or clover hay it promotes lambs that are tender at market and retain milk fat. Lambs should have unlimited access to this ration.
The Department of Agriculture reports a solar propagating frame that uses sunlight for bottom heat to root cuttings. It enables economical propagation of citrus, subtropical, and other plants without a greenhouse. Circular 810 outlines construction and results, with copies available while supplies last.
A New Jersey college report notes nicotine dust controls aphids on vegetables. Demonstrations on William Hookstra’s Beverly farm show near 100 percent kill after applying 3 percent nicotine dust with a power duster.
Breeders recognize wide differences within the same herd book as the recent boom in pure bred Ilve stock ends. They are willing to pay good prices for suitable sites and refuse to buy unattractive plots at any price, showing discernment in choosing stock.
The best hog type is a smooth, fast growing breed that yields lean meat. It efficiently uses forage and reaches weight quickly. The ideal hog matches the world demand for fat and lean meat, benefiting the average farmer.
The article notes August as ideal for planting Chinese cabbage to suit soil and provide greens through season. It highlights versatile uses from salads to cooking like cabbage and greens and mentions stopping growth by freezing weather.
Weather affects insect pests and crop costs. Rotation advances farming efficiency and records show costs per crop. Bees and horseshoe care noted. Cutting thistles before three inches aids profit. Staggered plantings of beets carrots kale lettuce mustard peas radishes spinach and turnips ensure vegetable supply.
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