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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1922
Page
1
The United States Department of Agriculture warns that fires from moist hay stem from bacterial fermentation and rapid oxidation when exposed to air. Moisture content is key. proper curing, ventilation, and avoiding stirring hot hay reduce risk.
The U S Department of Agriculture reports Texas rat drives killed 670000 rats last year. County agents, colleges, and chambers of commerce organized campaigns with prizes for top scorers and per pupil involvement. Den ton county led with 15000 rats. Williamson county had 909. Estimated total weight 167 tons. each rat could have damaged about $1 of property, valuing the effort at roughly 670000.
A simple cabbage cutter uses a wedge cut from a spade and sharpened edges. The device is pressed against the cabbage stump to sever it, allowing the head to drop onto the spade for easy disposal into a cart. S. Leonard Bastin notes the method in Popular Science Monthly.
Healthy chicks stay active when free ranged and avoid toe picking and feather loss seen in confined brooders. Dust helps control pests with nicotine sulphate formula available from the USDA on request to deter striped cucumber beetles. In hot weather watch horse shoulders and wash sweat from the hair and collar to prevent galled shoulders.
The USDA Office of Home Economics says fast or slow cooking yields good bacon results. Precision lies in removing water and fat, not constant draining. Keep fat light brown, avoid overheating, and drain thoroughly while hot before serving.
Entomologists of the United States Department of Agriculture advise drenching nests with boiling water or kerosene oil. Apply between paving stones. Also spray with kerosene emulsion or strong soap wash. For large nests inject disulphide of carbon to kill ants. fumes odor is unpleasant and flammable but not harmful to higher animals in the open air.
The bobwhite eats corn rootworm adults and beetles, laying eggs that become larvae infesting corn. Up to twelve beetles have been found in one bobwhite stomach. Red-headed woodpecker nighthawk cardinal kingbird and phoebe also eat beetles reducing rootworm damage.
A prosaic guideline affirms barnyard manure as the supreme fertilizer, surpassing all others in value when all factors are weighed. The statement underscores its enduring relevance for soils and crops.
The text discusses farming practices naming friends of the farmer and warns to kill anyone who goes bad. It notes cultivation to promote corn growth after about eight inches high with seven cultivations aimed at weed control and moisture maintenance.
A reader argues golf fosters selfishness as a largely individual sport with little team coordination. He contrasts it with football and baseball where teamwork builds sportsmanship and questions whether golf players who disregard rules or mistreat caddies truly embody sport morale.
G. F. Covey, the world champion, defeats Jay Gould and fends off challengers to hold his title after many years in the game. Covey remains the top court tennis player as rivals fail to unseat him.
The article argues baseball is growing in popularity yet not fully scientific. It notes that tactics are scientific but mechanics lag, with players relying on intuitive "butter socking" of a sensitive ball and on situational fielding to stop hits.
Hubert J. Macken of Sydney, visiting America to study Knights of Columbus activities, says baseball could become Australia’s national winter pastime. He notes it rivaled cricket before World War I and waned after many players were killed or wounded, but it is regaining favor due to its suitability to the winter season.
Phil D. Ball, owner of the Browns, prefers a ball field without fans. He says a real game beats crowds and argues for a rule forbidding spectators on the field, criticizing overflow crowds and box office riches as a day’s tease.
William V. Oregan of Staten Island New York has been elected captain of the United States Naval Academy boxing team for the coming season.
Philadelphia soccer player Canyon broke his left wrist in a collision with a goal post after heading the ball. He could not stop himself, suffering an injury during play.
Belmont mile track lists 64 nominations for the annual Belmont Stakes drawing a gain of four from the previous year. The field preparation and entry process signal growing interest in the June event.
A jumble of baseball news shows trades and signings from Beaumont to Galveston with Amos Ingalls joining Indianapolis and Fred Haney joining Ty Cobb's squad. Ruth ejected once, signs bug fences puzzle Milwaukee, Manush sets batting lead, Shocker Hoyt and Waite Hoyt dominate American pitching while Chicago and Cleveland make roster moves across multiple teams.
People realize securing best results requires better care and more attention to poultry than current general practice. The article notes improving housing and management to boost flock health and productivity.
A fashion writer notes that separate skirts and blouses remain vital in modern wardrobes. Color harmony, varied textures, and new sweater styles create versatile outfits, with white shirts often replaced by coordinated tones and semi covering accessories.
Crosswise draperies gain favor in new frocks with angled drapings. Paris influenced sleeve shaping showing width at the elbow with mousquetaire cuffs. Wide wool or silk cross stitch girdles suit linen gowns. silver with red accents popular. Matching coats and hats elevate even simple gingham frocks. brushing gold braid with alum brightens it for days. Dotted Swiss uses light embroidery and net lace trims.
A recent frock blending sand canton crepe with hematitched organdies features long ribbonlike panels of titwx crepe under the skirt. White organdie insets span from girdle to hip, with broad bands and a narrow collar and fichu finishing the neck.
A compact quotation note contrasts golf with bankers and Montaigne on sorrow and labor. It muses that war and fussiness can be walked off, pairing reflective maxims with everyday observations.
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