European corn borer threat and control measures outlined
The bulletin details the spread of the European corn borer from 1909 across 47,700 square miles in the Northeast and Great Lakes region, its preferred hosts, and the need for strict quarantines. It lists monitoring signs, including broken tassels, and prescribes control: burn or remove plant remnants before May 1, plow under infested material, and remove fodder after harvest. copies available from the Department of Agriculture.
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Pest
United States
Boston
Massachsetts
New Hampshire
New York
Lake Erie
Pennsylynia
Ohio
Michigan
Ontario
New England
Hungary
Italy
Department
of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
Soy Beans Best for Reducing Potato Diseases
Soy beans are promoted as a practical method to disinfect seed tubers and curb black scurf and scab. The article notes that treating seed with soy reduces surface organisms, protecting soil and the next crop. It also mentions small nests causing trouble for hens, leading to disturbed sitting and chilling.
Understanding Cement and Concrete Curing Principles
A fragment explains the difference between hardening mortar drying and cement curing by crystallization. It notes that improper evaporation in hot or dry air regions causes concrete failures and that hiding water loss during curing is critical for strength. It also mentions possible repair by rehydrating concrete years later.
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Cortland
Portland
Weather affects crops and yields study notes
Weather relations with crop yields are studied by the weather bureau and the Department of Agriculture. Research focuses on potatoes corn oats and cotton to identify influential weather and critical growth periods. Some predict yields before harvest by using antecedent conditions, with oats final by harvest, corn by July end, and cotton by June end in the eastern belt.
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Weather Bureau
United States Department of Agriculture
Timber growing drawback and proposed tax reform
The forest service of the USDA notes a major drawback to timber growing in the United States is the annual property tax on land bearing young trees. It urges a tax system that taxes growing forests mainly at harvest, while staying fair to other taxpayers and meeting public revenue needs.
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United States
Forest Service
United States Department of Agriculture
Petroleum remedy to drive rats from runs
An old technique suggests pouring crude oil into rat runs to drive rats away. Caught rats inhaling fumes for an hour or more are said to die, and meat soaked in petroleum is proposed as bait. Experiments claimed rats that ingested treated meat perished within minutes.
Barley Fields Invade by Oat Contamination
A reader notes that barley fields increasingly contain oats in the summer harvest and stresses the need for clean barley seed to satisfy customers. The piece warns growers to prevent oat contamination and protect seed purity.
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Geod
Extra Garden Work Pays Off Despite Market Demands
A farm garden requires extra labor but yields steady rewards regardless of crop prices or market demand. The note highlights ongoing effort in gardening activities and the steady payoff for growers.
Eggs Under a Hen Maximum Quotation
A broody hen should not hatch more than ten to twelve eggs at a time. The advice stresses keeping the incubation clutch within this limit even for large hens to ensure brood health.
Plant Only Pure Seed For a Successful Crop Start
Emphasizes planting only pure tested seed to ensure a good crop start. Advises avoiding mixed or uncertified seed to prevent poor germination and yield. Includes guidance for growers to use certified varieties and trusted suppliers.
Best Soil and Drainage for Alfalfa Growth
Alfalfa requires well drained soil to avoid waterlogged conditions during wet weather. Selecting a site that drains properly is crucial, and lime serves as a safe inexpensive corrective for acid or sour soils.
Cheapest Grass Seed for Long Term Savings
The article argues that high purity grass seed with a germination test is cheapest in the long run. It warns against cheaper, poor mixtures which cost more due to lower quality and less seed per bag.
Wagner and Alexander Faced 100 Times in Nineties Hex
In early baseball days Honus Wagner and Grover Alexander dominated the mound and plate. Alexander held Wagner to 20 base hits in 100 matchups, a .200 average, with no homers no triples and only two doubles as they battled at Allegheny County area clubs.
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Grover ‘Alexanders
Honus Wagner
Qbataman
Haa
Hanna
Wagner
Grover Alexander
Nebraska
Allegheny
County
Pennsylvania
Horus
Mrs Wightman to Tour France with Bill Tilden
Mrs C W Wightman known as the greatest woman doubles player in the country will partner on a tour of France with Blu Bill Tilden the American tennis champion. Mrs Wightman formerly Hazel Hotchkiss of California.
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G. W.' “Wightman
France
Blu
Bill Tilden
Wightman
Misa Hazel Hotchkiss
California
Cubs Trade Echoes Sheckard Move of 1906
The piece recalls Chicago's 1906 controversial deal sending Sheckard to Brooklyn for several players. It notes Frank Chance was criticized for the swap, which later helped Chicago win pennants and titles while Brooklyn faded. It compares to a Pennock trade where Yankees shed strength for a top pitcher, arguing long view over short fury.
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Chicago
Cubs
Brooklyn
Jimmy Sheckari
Frank Chance
Dodgers
Buttons Briggs
Boots
McCarthy
Jimmy Casey
Maloney
Cub Fang
Sheckard
Charles Webb Murphy
Cub
Murray
McMillan
Skinner
Yanks
Veteran Bill Brennan Retires From Boxing Career
Former heavyweight Bill Brennan announces retirement from boxing after hospital recovery. He states he will never again enter the ring and plans to pursue business ventures.
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Bill Brennan
Brennan
Five playing managers join Speaker in big leagues
Not long ago Tris Speaker was the lone playing manager in the majors. Now four others have joined him Donnie Bush of Washington Bill Kilduffer of the Cubs Ty Cobb of Detroit and Arthur Fletcher of the Phillies.
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Tris Speaker
Cleveland Indians
Donnie Bush
Washington
Bill Kil Hfer
Chicago Cubs
Ty Cobb
Detroit
Arthur Fletcher
Philadelphia Nationals
Hoppe Retains Balk-Line Billiard Championship Title
Hoppe clung to the balk-line billiard championship through a three session match against Jake Schaefer. Schaefer led after the first night but Hoppe surged with careful play and high runs, finishing with 1 841 to Schaefer’s total as the title remained with Hoppe. The next challenger may be decided by elimination.
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Hoppe
Jake Schaefer
Schaefer
bilHard
Schafer
Johnston Wins State Amateur Title Seeks Walker Cup Role
Amateur golfer Harrison R. Johnston of St Paul wins Minnesota state amateur championship for the third time and is named to the American team defending the Walker Cup in England. Johnston is noted for his long tee shots.
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Harrison R
Jimmy
Johnston
St. .Paul
Minnesota
England
Wally Schang Crowned as Strongest Man in Major Leagues
The piece ranks Wally Schang of the New York Americans as the strongest athletic figure in baseball, noting his superb physique and power. It contrasts him with Babe Ruth and George Kelly, citing his ability to toss Ruth around in friendly wrestling matches at the club house.
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Babe Ruth
New York Yankees
George Kelly
Giants
Ruth
Kelly
Wally Schang
New York Americans
Schang
New York
Ike
Cardinals rely on veterans as new rookies mature
Branch Rickey says he does not count on any new pitchers this season and expects the veteran staff to carry the load. He predicts by 1024 the younger arms will be ready to take charge, with HI Myerg shifting to the outfield as the Cardinals gear up for first division action.
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Branch Rickey
St. Louis Cardinals
Rickey
HI Myerg
Cardinals
American fencers to meet British swordsmen in London
Major I J Honeycutt will captain the U S fencing team in a July series against Britain for the Robert M Thompson trophy in London. The event showcases top fencers from both nations in a commemorative contest.
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I’. J. Honeycutt
London
Cana Dan Henley crews to represent Canada at Paris Olympics
WIII rowboats from this year's Cana aan Henley regatta will race over the St. Catharines course in July and then represent the Dominion of Canada in the Paris Olympics next year.
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Wiii
St. Catherines
Dominion of Canada
Paris
All Seats Claimed At Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Classic
The Wimbledon Singlish lawn tennis event reports all 16 000 seats in the new stadium have been booked ahead of the June 25 start date.
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Wimbledon
Far Highlander Firpo Profile Clocks Heavyweight
A Long Reach, Luis Angelo Firpo, the Argentine heavyweight pugilist, is twenty two years old. He stands six percent feet in height and weighs three hundred pounds, and has a reach of seventy nine inches.
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Luis Angelo Firpo
Penn State Eyes Fall Readiness For Track House
A garbled slice of sports notes notes Penn State aims to have its new track house ready in fall. The Detroit club returns pitcher Bates to Birmingham while the Waco club hires Art Talk as manager and George Owen may try the broad jump. United States Tennis Association fields 226 tourney applications this season as Baseball optimism remains high with pennant chances for a month.
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Pennsylvania State
Waco Club
New Texas Association
Cleveland Indians Ban Smoking in Uniform During Season
Cleveland enforces a ban on smoking while in uniform during the playing season. The rule applies to all players and personnel and aims to promote discipline and team policy adherence.
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Cleveland
Cleveland Indians
Colgate Star Moves to Mercer University
Colgate football great and former Colgate head coach L. L. Robinson has been named head coach and athletic director at Mercer University in Macon Georgia. The Colgate standout, now at Mississippi college, assumes the Mercer reins.
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Howard
Cub) Buck
University of Wisconsin
Las Leen
Lawrence College
Colgate
L. Robinson
Colgate University
Mississippi College
Mercer University
Macon
St Paul Acquires Napier From Atlanta in A A Trade
St Paul of the American Association obtains pitcher Sam L Napier from Atlanta of the Southern Association. Napier previously pitched for the Cincinnati Nationals, and Maine Baseball Captain H C Berg of Springfield Mass has been elected captain of the University of Maine baseball team for next season.
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Geta Napier
Sam L. Napier
St. Paul
American Association
Atlanta
Southern Association
Napier
Cincinnati Nationals
Maine
H. C. Berg
Springfield
Mass
Untalty of Maine
Ertie Returns to Ring for 118-Pound Contests
John Ertie, once a noted bantamweight champion, returns to the ropes and plans to face 118 pounders in upcoming bouts.
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Ertie
John Ertie
Quinn Real Iron Man Boston Red Sox veteran at twenty third season
John P. Quinn, known as Quinn Real Iron Man, is preparing for his twenty third year in professional baseball with the Boston Red Sox. He remains a durable figure in the team lineup as he approaches the milestone.
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Quinn Real
John P. Quinn
Boston
Red Sox
May Bow in Sweden Taps Smith for New York Bowling Series
In Sweden Jimmy Smith is to join a New York tenpin squad touring Sweden next summer for a series of bowling matches. Illinois elects Potter as captain of the 1924 University of Minnesota basketball team.
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Sweden
Jimmy Smith
New
Edwards Joins Spokes As Pitcher Jim Edwards Coaches Mississippi
Pitcher Jim Edwards who has been coaching at a Mississippi college has joined Spokes. The move adds a seasoned coach to Edwards’ baseball program and signals a new phase for the team this season.
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Edwards
Spokes
Jim Edwards
Mississippi College
Cleveland Indians
Indian Scouts Shine at Chemawa School Oregon
At Chemawa Indian School in Oregon, Pacific Northwest and Alaska youths from diverse tribes excel in scouting. George W. Bent leads the program with Indian Affairs support. Chemawa scouts guard visitors, win contests against Salem, and feature native band and songs in a demonstration of discipline and morale.
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Chemavwa
Oregon
Ziuser
Sutem
Pacific ‘Northwest
Alaska
George W. Bent
Carlisle Indian School
Salem
Ho Frat
Department of Indian Affairs
Washington
Avark
Inds
Desert Scout Saves Lost Party in Dusty Canyon
A Pecos Johnson's boy scouts heroically aided an Eastern party trapped by a sandstorm in the desert. He tracked, located water, and guided them to safety through steadfast scout lessons. Local Cactus Center praise marks the young pioneer for courage and resourcefulness.
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Pecos Johnson's
Historic colors presented from the Albany ship
The U S S Albany ironclad cruiser colors from the Spanish American War and the latest conflict were given to Mayor Hackett of Albany New York. He entrusted them to the Hendrick Hudson one ship Seascout division to preserve their historical value for the community.
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Albany
N.Y
Hackett
Hendrick Hudson
Albany Boy Scouts
Texas Scouts Make Record At South Texas State Fair
At the South Texas State fair the scouts performed 72 search missions for lost children and served as traffic officers for parades. They also acted as runners for association officers, escorted children in the baby parade, parked cars, met trains, and ran an Information bureau at the post office corner.
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Association
Newport News Scouts Lead Rat Campaign
Newport News boys in the role of modern Pipers of Hamelin helped exterminate about 60 000 rats in the waterfront city. They distributed 4500 bags of rat poison and stationed themselves with the powder at piers and docks.
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Boy Scouts
Newport News
Virginia
Hamelin
University offers spring ten weeks scout leaders course
The University of Chicago began in January a regular ten week spring course for scout leaders. The spring quarter included no camping or hiking, meeting once weekly to cover outdoor work. Germany has seven million trained soldiers ready for mobilization.
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University of Chicago
Former Sergeant Snodgrass and Ditto Reunion Tale
Former Sergeant Snodgrass and Private Whippler meet after years in a legion post. They reminisce and discuss a government farm dream, Whippler admitting a sobering doubt that his dream may be a dream.
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Ditto
Whippler
Remnisce
Fragmentary dialogue hints at confusing phrase play
A garbled line hints at dialogue with phrases like Kias and spolia. The text appears as fractured speech or misheard quotation, lacking clear context or full sentences.
Fragmentary dialogue about plans and feelings
A garbled conversation features characters Jowela Bo Georgette Ludwig and others discussing timing plans and fair play. It hints at intimate moments and thoughts about facing an upcoming situation without rushing.
Untidy klasing causes errant contamination claims
A dialogue notes Aunt Lucy's warning about klasing a man as untidy and unsanitary while PHUMIpa counters that klasing never scares her and often leaves her feeling better. The exchange centers on perceptions of cleanliness and personal experience.
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Lucy
On Second Thought A Quizzing of Marriage Plans
A playful exchange reveals hesitation and new thoughts about marriage. One speaker probes the other about tying the knot, prompting a surprising shift from denial to contemplation.
Aboard the Ark Aboard the Good Ship Ark tale
Noah asks what creature wrecked the stateroom. Mr. Monk replies the kangaroo did the damage while the dog taught it to wag its tail.
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Noah
Mr. Monk
Art Interference Sparks Musical Lesson Quip
A girl responds to a question about taking music lessons by saying her mother thinks practice disturbs the phonograph. The playful exchange highlights early household priorities between music study and phonographic listening.
Heard at the Show and Shaky Quotations
A fragmentary overheard dialogue notes a joking remark about an actress and her maps, a worker’s quip, and a domestic dispute about extravagance and beauty’s effect on a husband and wife. The lines mix humorous mishearings with tense marital sentiment.
Whimsical Exchange Over Marriage Arrests
In a playful exchange a motor cop named Hortenso Magee is asked to marry. The response notes the bride could not accept a groom known for frequent arrests, shaping a humorous courtroom of affection.
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Mudinge
Hortenso Magee
Mel
Witty exchanges spark playful banter in city show
Snippets of dialogue reveal a troupe of performers trading quips about dancing, furs, lectures, and money in a bustling venue. The chatter hints at lighthearted satire and social observations in a lively urban scene.
Parish Ents Go Out as Minister Reflects
The minister recalls last year’s 400 parishents, sparking a church member’s surprised remark. The parson adds that among those 400 only six were found at home and four of them were ineligible or absent. The exchange highlights attendance and engagement in the congregation.
Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Testimonies
Windom Minnesota mother reports relief from bearing down pains after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She claims pregnancy and childbirth left her weak and unable to stand, and urges others to try the remedy. A second testimonial from Glen Allen Alabama cites four years of pain after first birth and credits the compound with relief and regained strength.
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Glen Allen
Alabama
Lydia Bikham
Not What He Thought By Detroit Free Press
A fragment from the Detroit Free Press quotes a tense exchange about an incident at a house dinner. The dialogue implies an attempted coercion or threat, mentioning a weapon and a confusing term, with unclear participants or location.
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Abbot
Sarenam
Detroit
Office Boy Confusion Over Time In Call Message
A brief from the Boston Evening Transcript notes a caller message about a wife wanting to see a man around five o clock. The exchange jokes over whether the time was 85 or 5, reflecting a humorous mishearing in a workplace setting.
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Boston Evening Transcript
The Infant Prodigy Visitor and Tremolo Vibration
A child violinist pauses in a home recital as his mother explains he waits for the bus to pass. The bus vibration aids his tremolo, helping his performance.
Good Likeness Jack and Donkey Photo Prompt
A reader comments on a photograph caption showing Jack riding a donkey at the beach. The note asks who is pictured on his back and muses about resemblance to someone named Pat.
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Jack
Ike
Pat
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