A Case Of True Patriotism In Alabama
A letter circulated urging voluntary funds for the Alabam a Four Minute Men. A colored Alabama man, 60, with modest means, sent a $5 cash gift and pledged $3 per quarter for wartime support. State Chairman Thos J. Crittenden compares the pledge to other citizens, vowing no less credit to the patriot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alabama Four Minute Men
Talladega
Storrs
Thos. J. Crittenden
Alabama
Brother Storrs
Cullman Produce Co Delivers Sweet Potatoes by Parcel Post
A Cullman Alabama company announces ready shipment of a million sweet potato places, priced at 2.25 dollars per thousand delivered by parcel post or express. Prompt shipment urged, cash with order.
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Nancy Halls
Cullman Produce Co
Cullman
Ala
United States Pig Club Film Promotes Better Pigs and Pork Supply
The United States Department of Agriculture is organizing pig clubs coast to coast with about 45 000 members, including girls in some cases. A new educational film to be shown in theaters demonstrates feeding and care methods for well bred pigs and the efficiency of proper stock.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Louisiana
Cattle Horn Prevention by Caustic Potash Use
Farmers urged to debulk horn growth in dairy cattle to avert injuries from horn hooking. Prevention advised on third to seventh day when horn buttons form, using caustic potash or soda on horn buttons only, with hair removed and calf shielded from rain to prevent caustic spread. Proper application avoids horn growth. improper use leaves scars or horns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Weeds as Valuable Crops and Shifting Perceptions
The piece contrasts historic weed status with future crop value, noting tomatoes once seen as poisonous and sweet clover changing in value. It frames weeds as potential crops, reflecting evolving agricultural views and practices.
Doans Kidney Pills Backed By Alabama User Testimony
A grateful citizen from Jefferson Street in Tuscumbia Alabama testifies to long lasting kidney relief from Doans Kidney Pills. She described back pain dizziness and dark specks before relief followed by two years with no bad attacks. She notes rapid improvement and quick restoration of health with continued use when symptoms flare. 60c at dealers Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY
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Moulton
Doan
From Weeds to Wealth in Farm Crops and Hog Meat
A National Bureau of Animal Industry notes the value of pigs and hog lots for wartime food production and profits. It highlights education of farm youths improving elder practices, the need to raise meat and fat supplies, and the unexpected usefulness of aggressive plants like Hessian thistle as silage and soil improvers.
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Bureau of Animal Industry
Department of Agriculture
Letters of Administration Estate of J C Kumpe
Notice is given that Letters of Administration on the estate of J C Kumpe were granted May 16 1918 by Judge C M Sherrod of Lawrence County Probate Court. All persons with claims must present them within legally allowed time or be barred. J E Kumpe is Administrator.
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J. C. Kumpe
C. M. Sherrod
Lawrence County
J. E. Kumpe
Charley Bibb
C. M. Sherred
Redee
Sarah Ae
Tax Assessment Board of Lawrence County to Convene in June
May 1 1918 notice from Lawrence County Alabama that the County Board of Equalization has certified the tax returns as correct and delivered the report to the Tax Assessor for public inspection. The board will meet at the courthouse on the third Monday in June to correct any errors in assessments or valuations. W C Hamilton Tax Assessor Lawrence County.
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State of Alabama
Lawrence County
County Board of Equalization
Said County
State Board of Equalization
Corn Produces Slow Gains In Young Pigs When Fed Alone
Corn yields slow gains for young hogs with high feed costs. Supplemental protein feeds accelerate gains and reduce grain needed per unit. While corn dominates hog feed, it lacks protein and minerals required for growth, so combining with a protein rich supplement is highly beneficial.
Manure Applied in Winter Boosts Asparagus and Rhubarb
Stable manure may be applied advantageously at this time to asparagus and rhubarb. Intensive growers use large amounts as 25 tons to the acre, but half this quantity will be found of great value.
Fattening Market Fowls Before Sale
Fatten all chickens destined for market by confining them on a fattening ration for a week or ten days. This improves condition and increases profit through added weight at sale.
County Board of Equalization Reports Reassessment
Lawrence County Tax Assessor announces a public meeting at the courthouse on June 1st to hear objections to the county board of equalization revaluations. Property owners or their attorneys may appear with evidence to contest valuations under state law.
Lime Is Of Special Value In Greenhouse Soils
Greenhouse growers of vegetables apply lime regularly and systematically. Lime in soils provides sanitation benefits and is valued as a standard practice across greenhouse vegetable production.
Potatoes Now Sold by Weight Not By Bushel
The United States Food Administration announces wholesale pricing for potatoes by the hundredweight instead of bushels to prevent price comparisons from confusing current quotations with bushel measures.
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Food Administration
United States Food Administration
Notice of Estray Items in Lawrence County Alabama 1918
Notice records several estrays taken up by different individuals in Lawrence County Alabama during May 1918. Entries name R N Harris G T Sims J B Harris W P LeMay and Justice W G Hueston with appraisals around 100 dollars for multiple animals including a mare foal a black horse and a bay horse mule and a horse with injuries.
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R. N. Harris
W. G. Hueston
Lawrence County
Alabama
C. M.sherrod
Burns
Lawrence Cowan
C. M. Sherrod
W. P. LeMay
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American Red Cross
Copter
Charles Dana Gibsem
Us.s
Money Order
Marion Holcomb
Nancy, Ky
Thedford
Sappho
U.s.marine Corps
Ehoeh Wortan's
Bons Co
U.S. Marines
Foster-Millburn Co
Msgrs
Buffalo, N. Y
Everett Elkins
Mt. Hope
Aia
PIG Club
W. C. Hamilton
W. G. Hamilton
Thomas E. Kilby
Kilby
Kilby Car & Foundry Co
Anniston
Als
G. T. Sims
J. B. Harris
Courtland
Town Creek
Leighton
Southern Bel Tel
Tet Co
Albany
W. P. Chitwood
J.R. B. Moulton
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