Crop Rotation and Soil Fertility Pay Off
Ohio State University specialist Guy W. Miller argues that crop rotations improving soil fertility raise long term farm income. Early debt pressures tempt old rotations, but incremental soil improvements on small acreages pay off, through lime or fertilizer on select plots and better manure use, with possible livestock feeding for added nutrients.
Appearance Is Deceiving When Evaluating Farms
H. C. M. Case of the University of Illinois warns buyers that farm value rests on factors beyond looks. Past management, soil response, and local conditions shape value more than paint or appearance. Buyers should assess size, production fit, community, soil types, water, and building condition.
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H. C. M. Case
University of Illinois College of Agriculture
Case
Grasshopper Threat Shrinks Across Regions in 1941
Dr. Lee A. Strong notes a smaller grasshopper threat in 1941 after egg surveys. Infestations are forecast to be fewer and less widespread, with notable populations still expected in North and South Dakota western Minnesota western Kansas and scattered areas of California and Nevada.
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Lee A. Strong
U. S
Bureau of Entomology and Plant Quarantine
South
Dakota
Minnesota
Kansas
Great Plains
Doctor Strong
California
Nevada
Care of Horses Teeth by Vet Advised
The department of agriculture urges yearly dental exams for all horses by a competent veterinarian. Most work involves floating or filing sharp corners from uneven wear. Untreated rough edges cause sore mouths and digestive issues, with older horses needing extra attention.
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Department of Agriculture
Ain't It True Humor Memoir Dialogue
A plain man on juries explains he is not influenced by lawyers or judges. He considers the defendant and asks if there is a reason for the person to be in court. The piece ends with a flirtatious exchange about affection and a new hat.
Home Fixes and Maintenance Tips From a 1930s Advice Column
Wind powered pumps versus electric motors for water supply are weighed with efficiency versus economy. Cypress finishes via charcoaling, wire brushing, and steel wool provide unique textures. Leaky composition roofs are diagnosed and repaired with nails, cement, and locating lifted shingles. Floor smoothing uses plane work and sawdust plaster mixes. heavy paper under rugs recommended. Mahogany bed care discussed. oiling not needed if shellac finish. Pine cabin logs benefit from spar varnish and one winter seasoning. Book reference offered for general home care. Oil spots on walls treated with fuller's earth and benzine, with fire caution.
Piano an Accomplishment You Can Teach Yourself
Self teaching guide promises quick read music with a life size keyboard chart and chord building. Highlights 24 page instruction with three favorite practice pieces and a magnet lure to entertain with current hits. Send for your copy to address provided.
Quick Course in Piano Playing Offer Sign
Reader home service from 635 Sixth Avenue New York City invites readers to enclose 10 cents for a copy of Quick Course in Piano Playing, indicating a mail order offer with payment and delivery details.
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Sixth Avenue
New York City
Shelf and sink hacks from old kitchen tips
Practical household advice on kitchen organization and cleaning. Tips cover storage shelves above sinks, gutter screens to keep debris out, safe handling of meats in cold storage, drying glassware, cake icing texture, laundering water temperature, and odor control with borax and hot water.
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