Rice growing boom spreads from California to the South
The article notes a shift toward rice as a staple due to wartime conditions. It details California’s rapid expansion from 7,500 acres in 1913 to 60,000 in 1916, with 100,000 anticipated in 1917, and describes farm methods, irrigation, field layout, harvesting, milling, and market demand. It highlights rice as a nutritious, quick-cooking substitute for potatoes and its role in feeding war-ridden nations.
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United States
California
Japan
Caliifornia
Nice
South
War Revives Whitby Jet Industry Amid War Demand
The American consul in Hull notes a revival of Whitby jet carving and polishing as war increases demand for black ornaments. The industry, rooted before the Norman conquest, declined recently due to German glass imitations and supply cuts during conflict. From 1850 to 1880 it employed about 1,500 workers, with Whitby jet valued as superior to Spanish material.
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Hull
England
Whitby
Germany
Spain
Mexican Recruits Use Prison Pressure for Army Strength
The article argues Mexico builds its army by forcing convicts and rebels into service, likening it to a press gang. It notes prisoners from prisons supply many soldiers and that able-bodied men are drafted after drinking or sleep deprivation. Since 1913 the army reportedly reached 150,000 troops.
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Mexico
Army of the Republic
Quent
A New Enterprise
A brief humorous note about T meeting Jims who reveals his winter business is storing summer furs in storage.
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Jims
Airplane Versus Cavalry Aerial Escape Tale
An Allied aviator narrowly escapes capture when a cavalry squad charges a grounded plane. The pilot powers forward then climbs, skimming above the mounted troops as bullets spray around the craft. The machine escapes unharmed despite a hail of fire.
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Claude Grahame- White
The
Flying Corps
Christianity Expands in China as Muslims Respond
Christian missions advance in China with growing activity among church leaders. A 600 priest conference debated Koran translation efforts, school improvements, defensive literature, and other measures to safeguard Islam amid rising Christian influence.
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China
Mohammed
Old Tory politicians of the past era defined by industry peak
The piece cites Scientific American describing Tories as seasoned old men who trained in an era when industry flourished, reflecting on their longstanding political craft and era-specific expertise.
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Scientific American
Ink Bottle Incident Leaves Tablecloth Stained
A brief exchange describes an unusual moment when an ink bottle toppled on a clean tablecloth. The bottle was empty, making the incident notably odd to bystanders.
Moving Pictures Riddle Stumps Drayman Claim
A humorous exchange reveals a man claiming he helped with moving pictures twenty years ago, while another notes moving pictures did not exist then. The twist shows the speaker was a drayman by trade, not a film maker.
Two Bushels of Dandelions on Front Lawn
The speaker notes two bushels of dandelions waiting to be picked from the front lawn in a casual morning scene. The conversation hints at growing useful plants in a garden and contrasts effort with abundance.
Women Originate Some New Styles This Summer
An analysis of American fashion notes strong individualism in 1917. Women create bold silhouettes, from sand skirts with velveteen jackets to garden hats and jerkin designs. Designers show limited impact as American innovation leads street wear with practical, innovative waistcoats and fabrics.
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Paris
America
Silk Glove Care Rules From New York Retailer
A New York shop includes a printed care slip with each silk glove. It advises to put on with care by bending each finger separately, avoid forcing fingers into crotches, and to wash white gloves in lukewarm water with pure white soap. Dry on the hand if possible, or gently stretch while wet, then carefully pull out.
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New York
Glove Sizing Tips for Drying and Shrinkage
A brief note discusses glove fitting and shrinking. If the glove is slightly larger than needed, it may shrink a bit when dried, ensuring a better final fit.
Tulle Scarfs Complement Summer Frocks in Vogue
Decorative airy tulle scarfs in maroon beige and other shades frame the face with transparent light. Half ruche collars and floating ends add color and texture, while a vivid red crepe chine with gold embroidery pairs with a white frock for a striking look, per Vogue.
An Effective Touch For Evening Gowns
A chic accessory pairs silk or bead bracelets with tulle wing sleeves that float below the knees. The decorative sleeves transform many sleeveless frocks into elegant attire for evening wear.
Pasture and Forage as Key to Breeding Boars
A USDA guide explains keeping boars in good breeding condition with pasture and forage. It recommends permanent pastures, simple supplements like rape and peas, and avoiding overfeeding grain. Boars should be kept in a paddock away from sows to prevent fighting and records disruption.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Bermuda
How to Treat Ewes and Care for Lambs
Practical guide on lamb weaning and ram care. Wean ewes and market lambs at four to five months, separate pastures to reduce milk flow, and milk ewes after separation to dry them properly. Also includes horse care tips for heat stress, grooming, shade, and efficient work output.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Attention to Horses During Hot Weather
Dr O W McCampbell of Kansas State Agricultural College says farm horses can be 26 percent more efficient with simple precautions. He urges frequent watering, regular uniform feed, deworming, collar care, and sponging after work to prevent digestive issues and harness injuries.
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O. W. McCampbell
Kansas State Agricultural College
McCampbell
Soll Rich In Nitrogen Helps Foliage Heavy Crops Thrive
Soll rich in nitrogen boosts leaf growth on tomato and melon vines when wild growth is profuse on farms.
Increase Farm Stock Levels Across Idle Lands
The directive calls for expanding farm stock to utilize all coarse feed and idle lands on the property. Implement shifting resources to maximize herd and flock numbers using available grazing and rough land.
Bees Visit Blossoms Gather One Pound of Honey
Bees visit eight million blossoms to gather a pound of honey. The article notes the labor of bees and the scale of nectar collection in a concise natural history update.
Sore mouth disease in pigs threatens stock farms
Dr. F B Hadley of the Wisconsin experiment station warns sore mouth in piglets causes pain swelling and early death if untreated. He recommends mouth examinations daily, separate treatment for affected pigs, antiseptic swabs with potassium permanganate and daily cleaning and disinfection of pens to prevent spread.
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F. B. Hadley
Wisconsin Experiment Station
Doctor Hadley
Hadley
Poultry Plagued by Lice Mites in Poorly Kept Holdings
Unhappy condition of poultry at insanitary premises shows lice by day and mites by night, highlighting health and welfare concerns in crowded, unclean housing.
High Content of Humus via Legumes and Manure
Advice on enriching soil humus by using legumes barnyard manure and farm refuse. Emphasizes building organic matter for fertility and moisture retention through practical farming practices.
Immense Poultry Loss Across Regions
It is estimated that nearly nine million dollars worth of poultry is lost each year due to disease.
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