Controlling the melon aphis with nicotine sulfate spray
United States Department of Agriculture bulletin outlines methods to combat the melon aphid pest attacking melons cucumber fields. It recommends early detection, proper high pressure spraying, and nicotine sulfate solution as the most effective control, with kerosene soap emulsion as a secondary measure.
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United States Department of Ariilture
United States
I Jewery
Toefon Aphis
Unceasing Attention to Weeds in Farm Operations
The weed fight is a standard routine operation on the farm and consumes a large share of labor to grow crops. No other single farming feature demands such universal and constant attention as weeds.
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Castoria
Chas. H. Fletcher
Honey Interest Grows as War Demand Climbs in 1918
Extension workers in 39 states report a surge in beekeeping information requests as farms brace for higher honey production in 1918. Colorado expects a sharp rise, while U S Department of Agriculture staff educate on brood disease prevention and rapid literature demand. Exports to Europe, especially the United Kingdom, already surpass prior years with swift winter shipments.
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Colorado
United States Department of Agriculture
Hias
Department
Europe
United Kingdom
Prore
Conserving All Grains A War Measure for Livestock Feeds
The Agriculture Department urges livestock men to conserve grains for human use and only feed livestock with nonessential feeds. It calls on stockmen to support war efforts by preserving breeding animals and utilizing farm products previously wasted to maintain food production.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Towns Assisting Farm Labor For War Time Food Production
Prosperity in villages and cities hinges on farm output. When crops fail, families lack money for essentials. good harvests boost spending in farming and business sectors. Communities urge faster planting and harvesting with adequate labor to meet war time food needs and ensure surplus for allies.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Tampico oil crisis looms in wartime Mexico debate
Washington reports say Mexico remains a problem for the U S as Carranza loyalists resist Wilson’s conciliatory bid and German submarine fears grow. Senate discussants warn on federal centralization while urging food and coal saving to back WW efforts.
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Wilson
Carranza
Not a Winner at the Bridge Party
A family dialogue centers on a mother's bridge party return with a sour mood. The daughter asks if she won a prize and the father confirms no prize but notes she brought home a grouch. An advertisement touts Roman Eye Balsam as a remedy for sore eyes and related complaints with night applications.
Woman Gives 1600 War Savings Coins To Letter Carrier
Under wartime zeal a Minnesota woman presented her letter carrier with 17 pounds of buffalo nickels totaling 1600 dollars in exchange for War Savings certificates. The carrier, after counting, lacked pockets and dumped the coins into his leather mail sack.
Cuticura Soothes Itching and Heals Skin Conditions
Advertises Cuticura Soap for bathing with hot water and Cuticura Ointment for application. Mentions free samples by mail to Cuticura Dept. X Boston. Available at druggists with Soap 25 cents Ointment 25 and 50 cents.
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Dept. X
Boston
Briffins Predicted Rain By Vetting Picnic Dates
A historical note explains Briffins gains rain accuracy by checking the dates of Sunday school picnics and excursions, a simple method that links weather prediction to local event schedules.
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Briffins
Freezone Corn Remedy Promises Instant Relief
A patent medicine style ad touts Freezone for fast relief from hard and soft corns and corns between toes with a tiny bottle sold by druggists. The snippet ends with a joke about war maps and road maps from a Cincinnati inventor.
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Cincinnati
EATONIC for Stomach Relief in Hot Weather
Advice warns hot weather worsens stomach troubles and promotes a tested remedy. Eatonic tablets claim quick relief from stomach pains heartburn and nausea by neutralizing acids and gases with guaranteed money back if unsatisfied. Thousands testify to improved appetite and comfort after meals.
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Eatonic
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