Navy proves itself the pure American force says Denby
Navy figures show native-born sailors 91.82 percent and total strength 11,205, with New York leading nativity and residency counts. Distribution includes 5,545 Filipinos and 2,858 Negroes among a diverse crew, with most under age 24 and 8, ... percent married.
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Ashington
United States Navy
Denby
Bureau of Navivation
Gaim
Sudan
Philippines
Ishanos
New York
Pennsylvania
Hst
Massachusetts
Illinois
Texas
Cabinet Reshuffle Looms as War Navy Merge Possible
A government reorganization plan could cut one of two cabinet pairings by merging War and Navy to reduce a cabinet surplus. The Commerce and Labor departments may also merge, potentially displacing Hoover or Davis. A new Public Welfare department could be created, consolidating several agencies under one head. Three or four major issues delay final report before Congress. President Harding will decide disputed points to finish the plan in time for action this session.
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War and Navy Departments
Secretary of
War Weeks
Secretary of the Navy
Denby
Commerce and Labor Departments
Secretary of Commerce
Hoover
Secretary of Labor
Davis
Department of Public Welfare
Noanay
Public Health Service
Children’s Bureau
Womenas Bureau
Bureau of Pensions
Bureau of Education
Indian Service
Harding
Congress
Leaves Reveal Apple Stock Identity Say Massachusetts Expert
Dr. J. Ik. Shaw of the Massachusetts Agricultural College experiments shows leaf traits can identify apple varieties in nurseries. He found nearly 10 percent of 8,000 trees labeled wrong and notes leaves offer reliable variety clues while cautioning that expert training is still required for full accuracy.
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Massachusetts Agricultural College
Ait Amherst
J. Ik. Shaw
Massachusetts Fruit Growers’ Association
Shaw
Agistant States
New England
New U S Veterans Vocational Schools Start at Chillicothe
The United States Veterans Vocational schools open at Chillicothe Ohio formerly Camp Sherman marking a shift to government run programs for disabled veterans. Trainees will be placed in government institutions and courses cover electrical work printing steam fitting carpentry and more with a modern hospital and model cottages for families. Colonel Symmonds to head. plans enable 5000 plus students, replacing inferior veterans programs.
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United States Veterans’ Maren Vocational Schools
Chillicothe
Camp Sherman
Chillcothe
Callowes
Torren
Wth
Symmonds
Public Service Commission of
Cuba
Chillicothe School
Foreign Bonds for Soldiers Bonus Suggested by McFadden
Representative McFadden of Pennsylvania urged using foreign government bonds to finance the soldiers bonus. He favored either selling bonds for cash bonuses or distributing bonds to ex service members, arguing it avoids new taxes and provides a $2 rate investment without disturbing U S financial balance. He noted Allied bonds would be obtained after refunding foreign loans.
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McFadden
Pennsylvania
House Committee On Banking and Currency
Mr. McFadden
American Legion
United States
Paris Fashion: Tailored Suits Embrace Feminine Elements
Paris embraces a renewed tailored suit style with softer outlines and added feminine touches. Russian blouse influences blend with velours and opossum fur trims while toques with wings and feathers complete the chic look.
Modern spring fashion features girdles and full skirts
The article notes new spring dresses with metal and composition girdles matching Rodier fabrics, the rise of wide skirting influenced by Paris and American stage styles, and varied interpretations of bouffant silhouettes. It highlights Lanvin hats, rose taffeta, embroidered veils, and silver cloth textures in recent ensembles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Cherub
Growing season for many crops expanded with hotbeds and cold frames
Prepared by the USDA the guide explains home garden hotbeds use standard sash 38 by 6 feet and cold frames to lengthen the growing season. It details site selection pits manure layering moist packing frame banking soil ventilation and temperature checks for safe early planting.
Bright Dots on Veils Dazzle Fashion
Veils decorated with bright chenille dots in taupe mesh feature jade, henna, or sapphire colors as a popular fashion trend. The article highlights the striking dotted veil designs and their favored color pairings in current styles. Continuous use of vivid dots showcases a distinctive, period-appropriate look.
Separate sleeves and ornate gloves set fashion pace
The article highlights sets of separate sleeves for short sleeved gowns, often in lace with puffings and bands echoing historic dress. It notes vivid gloves in soft kid with scalloped edges and color blends, including blue green and black, and gauntlet styles matching wide cuffs and dress tone.
Belt Finishes Describe Metal Girdles For Dresses
Girdles in metal finishes are prized for equalising wear with dress fabric. The text notes belts complementing formal attire and elaborates on how belt design aligns with the overall intent and decoration of outfits.
High Price For Corn Crop
Farmers face varied prices for corn with some selling at good returns while others receive less than market value. Purebred stock is linked to higher returns, and poultry feeding tips suggest noon meal for hens using whole grain and minimal quantity to keep them active.
Encourage Exercise for Dle Horses on Pasture Run
Encourage exercise by allowing dle horses to run on pasture whenever possible. If they avoid the barn, feed them on the pasture to prompt movement and active grazing rather to stay near the barn lot.
Start Eggplant Indoors In Warm Sunny Places
Garden specialists of the United States Department of Agriculture explain that eggplants resemble tomatoes and peppers in care. Start seeds indoors in rich soil, transplant to pots, keep warm and sunny, apply very weak liquid manure sparingly, and dust leaves with air-slaked lime or fine tobacco dust to combat flea beetles. Remove ripe fruits to prolong fruiting until frost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Costly Ox Warble Toll Highlighted by Dallas Expert
Dallas Tex cattle expert F C Bishop told the Toronto meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science that ox warble pests cause an annual U S loss of 50 million dollars through reduced milk, illness, hide damage and meat waste. He urged cattle owners to inspect stock every 30 days and squeeze out and destroy warbles to prevent further harm.
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United States
F. C. Bishop
Dallas
Tex
American Association For the Advancement of Science
Toronto
Canada Field Pea Favored for Early Feed and Manure
The Canada field pea is recommended as the best early pea for green feed or ground improved by plowing. Plant two bushels per acre when sowing alone, or six pecks of peas with two bushels of oats per acre when mixed with oats. Prepare soil with deep plowing and thick manure, sow peas, cross harrow, then drill in oats, roll when dry, or refrain if soil stays moist.
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Acre
Thorough Seed Cleaning and New Stock Quarantine
Thorough cleaning and grading of seed improves yields by removing weed and inferior seeds. Begin now to prepare seed stock. Isolate new birds in quarantine for about two weeks to detect health issues and prevent trouble.
Turkeys: A Profitable Market Choice for Farmers
The article argues turkeys offer high market prices and urges farmers to raise them, claiming they are among the choicest fowls for sale and profitability. It emphasizes the economic benefit and practical reasons for expanding turkey husbandry.
Tanlac advertised as a universal tonic for indigestion
An advertisement extols Tanlac as a powerful reconstructive tonic that aids digestion and blood enrichment. It claims thinning, frail people gain weight and strength, with relief from dyspepsia and indigestion after other remedies fail. It promises improved health by stimulating digestive organs and converting nourishment into bone, blood, and muscle.
Judy’s Candy Courtesy Toast and Uncle Wern Explains Weather
Judy, age three, thanks her mother with a hug after receiving candy, while a humorous aside shows Uncle When commenting on learning by experience. The piece mixes a domestic scene with a quip about January’s cold snaps.
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Judy
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U. S. Veterans’ Vocational Schools
House
Ways and Means Committee
New York Tribune
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America
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Boston
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Cheruit
Withy
Madame Georgette
Jack Frost
Canada Field Pea
Tanlac
Canada
Spohn
Spohin
Cannes
Bostonian
Boston Globe
Bayer
Lfe
Detroit Free Press
Gough
Ford
Tatler
London
Fletcher
Waist
Jeshea
Mastin
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