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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1925
Page
8
A survey of curious topics includes fast spray refinishing for cars using durable compressed air finishes, grand Central terminal dimensions, special quarters for London monkeys, a fruit tree grafting experiment, Sitka Alaska's warm current effect, a dyeing process for lumber, surface hot water from springs, and a seventeenth century French bridal egg breaking custom.
Lieut Paul Tarascon famed French war ace plans a non stop 5 000 mile hydroplane flight from Paris to New York in July He will attempt the record and win a 25 000 prize offered by Raymond Ortieg New York hotel man for the first to complete the journey with a wooden leg.
Wight Banke a 22 year old junior from Onawa Iowa in the Northwestern University College of Liberal Arts wins the national intercollegiate prize in Los Angeles California with a first prize of 2000 dollars for best presenting the cause of the Federal Constitution.
The city elevators transport more than 9,000,000 passengers each day, a figure said to exceed daily riders on streetcars subways and electric lines.
London inventor F. Phillips reveals a device to install a radio loud speaker in every hotel room with on off control like an electric light. The system aims to provide in room radio access for guests across hotels.
In a concise note from Passing Show, the incident involving a railway train colliding with a cow is clarified as resulting from trains traveling in opposite directions. The explanation emphasizes the configuration of the two locomotives rather than external factors.
Science Service notes Java hosts 117 volcanic mountains with 90 active while Hawaii has four active volcanoes and one extinct cone. The comparison highlights differing volcanic activity levels between the two island groups.
USDA compiled figures show 119,080,500 food animals slaughtered in 1924 the highest in history with swine topping 80 million. About two thirds were federally inspected. Per capita meat consumption fell to 164.9 pounds plus 15.8 pounds of lard as population rose. Indicators suggest a tighter meat supply in the near term.
To combat pear blight the guide advises cutting out infected parts and destroying them to avoid spreading. It notes blight worsens on rich soil and vigorous growth, and suggests managing tree growth by sowing grain in fall and turning it under in spring or planting Bermuda grass around few trees to restrain growth.
Farmers face weed control through pasture with sheep to eat tender plants like white top and mowing sorrel twice yearly. Red sorrel signals need for lime and manure. strong grasses suppress it. Prevent seed formation for prickly lettuce. sow clean seed and rotate crops to reduce weeds.
State college extension entomologist B B Hodgkiss warns gardeners to watch cabbages and tomatoes for cutworms. If worms appear, destroy quickly using a sweetened poison bait made from bran molasses arsenic and water to form a sloppy mixture.
When crops are heavy apples and pears may bend limbs or break branches. Thinning relieves load and improves quality. Larger, tastier fruit results for apples and pears, with Aigny pears less prone to hard cores if trees are properly thinned.
University of Wisconsin at Madison bulletin No. 370 by Prune Cherry Tree Roberts offers practical guidance for starting new cherry orchards. It includes more than a dozen factual photographs showing proper trimming and shaping to prevent problems as trees mature.
The root system lies deep in established orchards reducing injury risk. To improve soil, rotate crops that add humus and nitrogen such as Rea claver, which nourishes soil without competing for moisture with the trees.
A. O. Arny of University Farm St Paul recommends using well inoculated field soil mixed with seed for legume crops. Spread moist soil over seed and dry mix to coat seeds, then sow immediately. On sandy soils use both soil and commercial inoculant for best results.
Pigs at three to four weeks old show interest in solid foods as sow milk declines. Experts advise a small pen with a trough or self feeder to allow frequent, controlled feeding. Clean wet feeds promptly and avoid overlong dry feeds to prevent scours. Continuous access should be avoided to prevent overfeeding.
John D. Snow notes lettuce yields yielded good net profits for growers in 1924 with costs under 10 per acre and returns near 2 per crate after packing and selling charges. Some heat growers averaged 200 to 466 dollars per acre, indicating strong profitability for well managed plots.
A method to inoculate soy beans uses one pound of glue dissolved in two gallons of water to moisten seed. Then four to six pounds of inoculated soil are sprinkled over the seed and stirred to coat each bean. Experiments show this method is as effective as others and the inoculating bell should avoid direct sun exposure.
Growing hogs need pasture and alfalfa to cut seed bills and enlarge profits. Insects fear chemical warfare while some weed seeds may persist for years. Planting guidance covers salt boxes in pastures and keeping water in tractor radiators. Milk costs rise without silage and Canada exports large cream volumes from Quebec.
William A Radford reviews a story and a half house design praised for economy and attractive appearance. The plan emphasizes stucco framing, shingled upper walls, full front porch, spacious kitchen with built in features, multiple bedrooms upstairs, large windows, and a compact 28 by 27 foot footprint with rear extensions.
An article discusses focal points above the fireplace, advising to choose a picture based on mantel size and room tones. It recommends landscapes or reproductions to suit horizontal mantels, plus a frieze or line of scenery to echo the view.
A simple method uses engineer planning to fit furniture by drawing scale floor and machine plans, cutting out outlines, and arranging them on the room plan. This portable technique helps maximize usable space in homes and factories with minimal measurement time.
The author outlines three yard divisions for a home site a public front area, a partially private side strip, and a fully private rear garden elevation. Emphasizes planning the back area as the garden side to enhance charm, livability, and a private living space.
The text notes a trend toward conserving space in buildings, reducing stair hall area and other dimensions. It cites a shift from long, broad staircases to more compact designs as a contemporary slogan and practice in construction.
Heating engineers say many systems must be nearly rebuilt to reach maximum efficiency. Installations often require major changes to the heating unit to satisfy performance needs and improve wall function.
fragmentary text describes a procession toward Canterbury with colorful action and dignified flow, mentioning a public library and a figure named Chaucer, conveyed in a multilingual thread.
The article argues paint as insurance against loss, comparing it with fire insurance. It notes fire and accidental damages are not prevented by insurers, while rust and rot are avoided when all surfaces are weathered and protected. It stresses paint and varnish as a preventative measure.
Miss Dorothy Reese 21 who had divorced Carl Rogers was forced to drive to a woods where he planned to kill her and himself. Police officer T B Knox pursued and was mortally wounded but killed Rogers. Knox died after wounding the killer. Reese was wounded but survived with possible lifelong disability. Rogers was captured after attempting suicide and faces trial.
Laura Gottlieb, seventy seven, an inmate of the Denmark Home for the Aged in Brooklyn, plans to return to Copenhagen after 55 years. Danish envoy Constantin Brun declined gifts and urged a fund to aid an elderly, homesick Dane. Gottlieb helped found the Denmark Home and will depart June 23 with a round trip ticket.
Information to the American embassy says a skilled gang printing counterfeit currency in various denominations operated in a remote Guerrero village in southern Mexico. They will be arrested and expelled to the United States in a few days.
In a crowded Atlanta store Charles S Benton killed his wife and then shot himself. He is expected to die from his wounds as investigators note a family dispute led to the tragedy.
A local farm reports an unusual colt with two legs foiled on a rural plot. The animal appeared normal in body size but displayed only two functioning forelegs. No further details on origins or outcomes are provided.
A quirky quip notes men seeking identical pew hats to their old ones, reflecting on consistent fashion choices and the social habits surrounding purchases. The line features a playful tone about identity and style in everyday decisions.
A brief note explains rancho from the Spanish American term for a place where herdsmen dwell and rest, evolving to denote a grazing area or ranching facility over time.
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