Isle Royale Mather Backs National Park Plan
Director Stephen Mather of the National Park Service, returning from Isle Royale Michigan, argues the 132000 acre island should join the national park system as a recreation haven with virgin forest rare flora and abundant wildlife. He notes 1800 moose and 400 woodland caribou, numerous harbors and lakes, and easy access from Chicago via train and boat. The island’s preservation is urged with steps already taken to secure it for the government.
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Ashington
Stephen T. Mather
National Park Service
Department of the Interior
Washington
Isle Royale
Michigan
Lake Superior
National Park System
Mather
Middle West
Virgin Forest
Quilty
Chicago
Isle Royte
Troughton
Mich
Keweenaw Peninsula
Dulnth
Minn
Detroit Board of Commerce
Reasons for Failure of Farm Relief Laws
The article explains why farm relief measures failed in the last Congress. It cites internal farm lobby divisions, belief that relief was economically unsound, and arguments against price guarantees as subsidies. It notes potential progress may occur despite these debates.
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Congress
Washington
Philippine lands deemed best for rubber cultivation
Government experts report Mindanao and nearby islands offer superior soil for rubber compared with the Amazon, Sumatra, and Malay Peninsula. Mindanao holds a 180000 tree plantation and others on Basilan with large tracts suitable for expansion, while current rubber output is minimal.
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Philippine Islands
Amazon
United States
Sumatra
Malay Peninsula
Philippines
Great Britain
Ceylon
ApAudi
Ameri
Department of Agriculture
Department of Commerce
Mindanao
Indiana
Basilan
Oil Engines to Salvage U S Trade Fleet
Chairman O'Connor of the Shipping Board says large idle steam core vessels totaling about 600 000 dead weight tons will be rebuilt with Diesel motors. Congress provides 25 million dollars from the construction fund as part of a program to revive the American flag on the seas, with 875 ships identified for conversion and a push toward standardized motor ship equipment to lower costs and boost related industries.
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O'Connor
Shipping Board
Congress
Eurplus
Seven Seas
ASA
O'Conner
Heap O'Connor
Nations Boys to Man Merchant Fleet
The industrial division of the board plans a program to train American born or naturalized youths under twenty to become deck boys on government merchant vessels. Two deck boys replace a regular seaman, with pay of 25 dollars monthly plus subsistence, leading to higher ratings after training and examinations.
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United States
Theouwshan
Sea Service Bureau
Fleet Corporation
Atlantic
Gulf
Sea Servier Bureau
Govern Wuent
Magic Tricks Made Easy by Whittler Hackman
Eli Hackman of Philadelphia crafts Punch and Judy figures and magician devices from wood in his second-story shop. A building superintendent by day, he turns out ventriloquist props and stage tricks for collectors and local children, often giving free demonstrations.
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Whittler
Philadelphia
Eli Uackman
West Queen Anne
Hackman
Spring Garden Station
Reading System
Mr. Hackman
Carlisle
Mrs. Hackman
Doubting Banks Keep 400 Million Dollars in Socks
Treasury actuary Joseph S. McCoy claims over 400 million dollars are hoarded in households and banks in the United States. He estimates 8 thousand people store money at home, children save about 1.5 million dollars, and foreign born residents hold roughly half the hoarded wealth. Farmers contribute about 125 million dollars in hoarding.
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Washington
United States
Joseph S. McCoy
United States Treasury Actuary
American Bankers’ Association Journal
McCoy
Efficiency in Use of Fuel Shows Increase
The Department of Interior reports fuel efficiency for public utility power plants rose about 83 percent in four years. A ton of coal yielded 625 kilowatt hours in 2019 vs 835 hours in 1923, while total electricity generation grew from 89 billion to 55.7 billion kilowatt hours.
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Washington
Department of Interior
Unknown River Expedition In Northern Alaska
An Interior Department release details Dr. J B Mertie Sr and a geological survey party exploring Colville and Unakserak rivers in northern Alaska. The group, with 33 dogs and three sleds, aims to reach the Arctic coast before the September freeze and continues by canoe once sleds are abandoned.
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Washington, D. C
Ufe
Geological Survey
Philip 8. Smith
Interior Department
Naval Petroleum Reserve No. 4
Colville River
Arctic Ocean
J.B. Mertie
Alaska Brown Bears Draw Crowds of Hunters
In Alaska the Northwest hosts fourteen hunting parties with seven or fewer hunters chasing big brown bears. Guides report abundant grizzlies along the coastal belt from the Chukchi area to Bristol Bay, with 20 to 40 bears seen in a single day by some trappers. The season yields fine pelts for rugs robes or coats and trophies of mounted heads and claws.
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Anchorage
Alaska
Northwest
America
Alaska Peninsula
Bristol Bay
Bering Sea
Children's dog found after radio alert in Jamaica
Lillian eight and John nine searched four miles for Buster the curly haired French poodle. They alerted Jamaica police who dispatched a radio alert. Thomas Daniel ten phoned the mother to report the dog found. The siblings joyfully returned with Buster and gifts of money and chocolate.
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New York
Lillian Leary
John
Buster
Jamaica
Thomas Daniel
Lillian
Daniel
Lilian
Gothenburg Students Charter Ship to Live in England
About 500 Gothenburg students charter a ship to live aboard during their visit to England due to accommodation shortages. The vessel lay at anchor in the Thames as plans proceed.
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London
Gothenburg
England
Thames
Mount Dobson Sealing Attempt Planned by Alpine Club
Edmonton report notes plans for a seal on Mount Dobson this summer by the Alpine club of Canada. Preparations also underway for an expedition to Mount Logan, Canada's highest peak, in 1095.
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Edmonton
Alberta
Canada
Seale Mount Logan
Unclear Phrase Sparks Fashion Metaphor in Louisville
A quirky local remark in Louisville likens women choosing outfits to moths selecting fabrics. The comment plays on “social butterflies” as a misnomer, suggesting moths better describe fashion behavior.
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Louisville Ffermuld
Great Flags of Milk Quench America’s Thirst
The Department of Agriculture reports rising per capita milk intake to 212 quarts, up from 200 in 1922, with butter, cheese, condensed milk, and ice cream also increasing. Total milk production rose by 7.0 trillion pounds to 100.786 trillion pounds, amid broader shifts in dairy consumption and prices.
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America
Washington
Department of Agriculture
Owls Aid The Farm In Pest Control And Moth Suppression
A reader describes how owls help farmers by eating sparrows, mice, rats, and caterpillars. Owls hunt at dusk, seen near houses or barns, with species like the Brown or Tawny owl common and the Little owl rare. They protect crops by reducing pests and moths that damage flowers and vegetables.
Elevation Key to Successful Peach Growing
The article notes that higher land helps peach orchards resist late spring frost. hillside sites with slopes drain cold air away, reducing frost damage to trees and fruit buds, improving yields on average farms.
Corn Best for Silo When It Is Glazed
New Jersey State College of Agriculture states the best harvest time for dent corn to be used as silage is once glazing begins and kernels are well developed. Proper packing and moisture are essential to prevent spoilage and mold. Top exposure, air pockets, and uneven filling reduce quality. a jointed pipe distributor aids even packing. Silage improves winter dairy herd production by about 20 percent.
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New Jersey State College of Agriculture
Pennsylvania
New York
Care of Brood Sows and Pigs During Hot Weather
After farrowing the sow should receive only water for 24 to 86 hours. The first feed is a small amount of bran in lukewarm water, followed by a mixed ration of bran shorts ground grain and tankage. Feeding for a sow in milk should start light and be increased gradually, about two weeks to a full feed. The sow’s appetite guides intake and she will usually lose weight with good feeding.
Post treatment methods for creosoting fence posts
The article explains that posts treated with creosote penetrate better after thorough seasoning. It notes green timbers can be treated by steaming and vacuum pressure or by the hot bath method, but sap-filled wood resists penetration.
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Ates
Milk Co op Boosts Land Value in Elizabeth Dairy District
A Carroll county bank source says land around Elizabeth, Missouri, has risen by 25 dollars per acre in ten years due to farmers selling milk cooperatively. Dairymen have marketed milk and cream via the Elizabeth Co operative Creamery for a decade, with steady annual growth in the firm’s records.
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Carroll County
Elizabeth
A Method To Destroy Dock In Meadows
A tiling spade can lift dock plants with roots when the ground is soft. Repeated use over years may be needed for badly infested meadows, but grass damage is minimal and the effort is worthwhile.
Time to Build Silo
Timely warning on silo construction stressing readiness for fall corn. Best silage comes from corn cut when ears are dented and stored two days after harvest.
Preventing Milk Fever in Calves and Cows
To prevent milk fever the calf should nurse for a few days. If not, do not milk out the udder completely at first but remove some milk to prevent clogging. Milking off is reduced by drying off six weeks before calving, daily exercise, reduced rich feed, and keeping bowels active.
Curculio Threatens Peaches With Fruit Deformities
The curculio beetle injures peaches early in development causing malformed fruit and gum exudations. The standard remedy is spraying arsenate of lead at three pounds per 100 gallons of water when the shucks are falling.
Farming tips for improved livestock and forage use
The article discusses feeding and forage choices for cattle and pigs, recommending alfalfa and Sudan grass as good pasture options, and cowpeas and soybeans for fall pastures. It cautions against rushing baby beef sales, noting profits come from extended feeding for fatter cattle and higher market prices later.
Planting Soy Beans Advice
Soy beans respond well to two plowings and fertilizer though neither is essential. Plant in rows and cultivate as needed. They thrive when planted anywhere at any time for any purpose and will perform well.
Seed corn quality and testing boost farm profits
The article argues that good seed corn is essential, and with careful testing, selective breeding, and best selection a higher grade of corn can be produced. This upgrade promises increased yield and greater profitability for farmers.
Avoid Too Early Pasturing Injuries to Pastures
Guidance warns against grazing too early to protect permanent pastures. Advice stresses waiting for grass to establish and soil to firm, as early spring grazing can cause lasting damage. Emphasizes disease-free ground for growing chicks with access to tender green vegetation such as grass, clover, or alfalfa.
Iowa State News Roundup Reflects Road Work and Politics
Iowa items note Palo Alto county gravel projects and North Third avenue extending eight and a half miles north of Marshalltown. A Lake City council clash over law enforcement is reported along with a Dubuque man trapping an alligator four feet long. Samuel Kennedy Jr. grows onions and vegetables near Clear Lake while county fairs offer record premiums.
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John Hardy
Humboldt
Palo Alto
North Third Avenue
Marshalltown
Lake City
Lars’ Bladine
Internal Revenue Collector
Iowa
Mary Fox
Clarion
Oak Grove
Hawarden
Farmer’s Union Credit Corporation of Iowa
Farmer's Livestock Commission
Samuel Kennedy, Jr
Clear Lake
Iowa City
H. E. Haton
State Pharmacy Commission
Adj
Louis G. Lasher
Iowa National Guard
Camp Dodge
Jones County Farm Bureau
Farm Bureau
Chamber of Commerce
Webster City
Hamilton County
van Buren County
Iowa State Fair Association
United States
Ann Sattler
Iowa State College
State Department of
Ao Aeae
Orien Lenal
Sud
Atlantic
H. E. Nichols
Fannie Gannon
Woodbury County
Kendall
Gibson
County Michaels
Washington County
National Conference of Catholic Charities
Des Moines
War Department
Seventh Corps
Chicago
Iowa Fiesco Wool Growers ‘Association
Story County
Iowa State College Farm
Experiment Station
Association
Ups Air Services
Eighth and
Pleasant Streets
Board of Health
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Kween
Alabama
Ku Klux Klan
Far North
Unakserak River
Unakserak
Colville
Cooper
Hall of Fame
Peter Cooper
New York University
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Mr. Beach
Children’s Dog
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