Hessian fly pests wheat and control methods outlined
The Hessian fly, introduced from Europe, periodically devastates wheat fields. The article explains life cycle stages from eggs to flaxseed pupae, timings of fall and spring broods, and how weather affects development. It details prevention strategies including destroying infested stubble, plowing under debris, late fall sowing, rotations, and cooperative farm practices to reduce losses.
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Europe
Kansas
Missouri
Meat and Livestock Marketing Plans In U S
A USDA survey shows three main marketing methods for meat and animals: centralized markets handle most cattle hogs and sheep while local sale dominates in some regions. Centralized markets yield higher farmer returns than local sales, with co operative cattle groups growing notably in Minnesota and across 15 states.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Central States
Great Central
Minnesota
California
Eastern
Southern Territory
Western
Velvet hats lose favor as Eastern and felt styles rise
New York fashion notes predict velvet losing ground to felt and Oriental inspired hats. high embroidered velvet and satin designs copy Russian and Arabian looks with bullion embroidery. Serbian and Persian touches appear with turbans and crystal brooches as milliners bundle hats with coordinated accessories.
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New York
Catherine de Medici
France
Bakst
United States Produces Billions in Goods and Inventions
The nation yearly generates about 200 million dollars in buttons and numerous small innovations. Reports mention a new aviation school in China, boxed sanitary food packaging, a poultry tale from Vermont, and various patent ideas from Canada and the United States. A Vermont dogged horse returns to duty after years idle, and a Texas water tank proves its reinforced concrete durability. A bishop’s resignation leaves Roadhouse Ill. briefly pastorless.
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United States
Cutler
Townshend
Quebec
Texas
C. 0. Smith
Baptist Church
Roadhouse
Ill
Worth While Quotation on Priceless Blessings of Books
A brief reflection praises books as precious blessings that scatter wisdom along daily paths. The author invites readers to walk in imagination with noble spirits through sublime regions.
Courage of Citizenship Emphasized by Buffalo Times
An editorial extols the moral courage of fearless citizenship, arguing it deserves broader recognition beyond military valor. It notes men have long honored soldiers but urges society to honor civic bravery as well.
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Buffalo Times
Selling Your Produce
A historical note on distributing fruit profitably, stressing that distribution systems are as vital as production. It argues that without an effective distribution network, production becomes a liability rather than an asset for the grower.
Sugar Beet Area Planted Across United States 1916
The area planted to sugar beets in the United States in 1916 is estimated at 768 500 acres, up from 664 800 acres in 1915 and 514 600 acres in 1914.
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United States
Cost Of Farmers Mutual Insurance
Price efficiency in farmer mutuals drives low costs per year while providing loss coverage. Rankin notes mutuals operate with minimal salaries for staff and small daily secretary pay, plus modest mailing and office expenses, allowing thousands in risk at under two hundred dollars annually.
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J. O. Rankin
Missouri College of Agriculture
Farmers’ Company
Save the Manure Liquid Fertilizer Potash Source
The liquid manure from the barnyard heap can be profitably applied to muck soils as it is rich in soluble potash, typically in carbonate form.
It Takes Study for Farmers to Tailor Rules
It Takes Study. Scientific or expert farmers cannot make hard and fast rules for every farmer. Farmers must study and work out their different conditions more or less for themselves.
Seasonable Negligees in Soft French Flannel
Attractive seasonable negligees crafted from soft French flannel. They are warm yet light for brisk autumn mornings. Wrappers are simple with scalloped edges or satin bands. Colors include deep violet lavender pink and blue for varied choices.
White Kids Washable Boots Impress Milady
A period piece notes washable white kid boots praised for fashion and ease. It describes cleaning with white soap and water, using shoe trees at night, and waking to spotless boots ready for the day. The tone echoes light household fashion advice for contemporary readers.
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Milady
Cleaning delicate fabrics with borax bath
For delicate fabrics, dissolve a tablespoon of borax in a gallon of water and soak muslins or fine white articles for thirty minutes. Gently rub them in fine white suds to finish cleansing.
Umbrellas Dress Up With Stripes Plaids And Fancy Handles
Fashion notes on new umbrella designs emphasize matching with costumes. Striped borders in various colors, broad satin borders, and rich plaids dominate, with wood shafts and club ends. Handle lengths vary from eight inches for sport styles to ten to twelve inches for practical use, finished with loops, rings, tassels, or jade accents.
High Effects with Tulle Trimming Techniques
Tulle remains popular for trimming as its high effects attract makers. The fabric can be looped and wired successfully to create desired height.
The Jersey Frock Popular Fashion Spotlight
The Jersey frock is described as popular and chic available in woolen or silk. It is best liked in darker shades and often trimmed with fur braid and metal embroidery.
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Jersey
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Leonard Haseman
Missouri Agricultural Experiment Station
Meat and Livestock Marketing
Russia
David
Napoleon
Moscow
Miliner
McClure
Cedarville
Wis
Marinette County
Illinois
William F. Wingard
Amelia M. Wingard
Pottstown
Burtington
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