Mulching Cuts Garden Labor by 75 Percent
In compact guide the article promotes mulching to conserve moisture and reduce work by 75 to 90 percent. It notes weeds pull easily when roots remain and crab grass is not defeated by mulch but other advantages include improved humus and moisture retention.
Corn in Farm Storage Reaches 2 161 Million Bushels
The January crop report notes on farm stocks near 2 161 million bushels of corn at year start with large feed grain stocks. Hay stocks look ample while wheat supplies are smaller than average but above last year. Soybean stocks are at a record January 1 level due to a record crop. Prospects point to substantial winter wheat acreage planted in fall 1950 under favorable germination conditions.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture
Lack of Soil Moisture Tops Production Problem
The department of agriculture lists farm conditions that could affect 1951 output. Shortages of soil moisture in southwestern wheat areas, reduced irrigation water from snows, freeze damage to fall sown grains, loss of farm labor to the armed services, and shortages of machinery repair parts are noted.
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Department of Agriculture
Armed Services
Repairing worn cement finish in laundry tubs and attic insulation advice
Read as a home repair Q and A involving worn tubs needing surface smoothing or replacement with porcelain units and options for moisture barriers. It covers smoothing with abrasive stone, cement mortar cap, or stainless steel sheet inserts, and advises using vapor proof paper as a moisture barrier under insulation with tar or strong paper covering.
Water Lily Runner and Summer Time Scarf Pattern Ad
Water lily adorned scarf and runner described for decor use with pink and green embroidery on white fabric. Includes instructions for applique and embroidery and a color chart from Pattern No. 5531. Anne Cabot Album offers numerous needlework designs for crochet knit and embroidery. Send 25 cents.
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Anne Cabot
Hadacol Endorsement From Chicago Family
Ten year old Carmelita Plonka improves after taking Hadacol for vitamin and mineral deficiencies. Her mother reports restored appetite and daily meals, urging others to ask their druggist or order from The LeBlanc Corporation with option sizes and a money back guarantee.
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Carmelita Plonka
A. Plonka
S. Aberdeen
Chicago
Carmelita
Missouri
Hadacol
LeBlanc Corporation
Lafayette
Louisiana
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