Experiments in Planting Fruit Trees
An account of experiments on tree planting methods shows rammed rough planting and tight soil packing can outperform orthodox root trimming in apple trees. The author notes greater first year wood growth in most trials, discusses root injury and rapid new root formation, and urges cautious, small-scale testing before broad adoption.
Lawn and Home Grounds Care for a Summer Lawn
The article advises ongoing seeding to fill patchy lawns through summer and notes white clover as a fine but short lived perennial, dying after the second year. It recommends reseeding each fall or spring to maintain a permanent stand or not mowing in fall to allow clover to blossom and seed.
Dropping boards warned against in summer use
A notice warns that dropping boards not cleaned and treated for vermin can harbor lice. Regular cleaning is urged to prevent infestations during summer.
Texas farmer powers plow with windmill on wheeled chassis
A Texas farmer has mounted a windmill on a wheeled chassis so it can drive a plow or carry its designer along good roads at a fair speed. The inventive setup demonstrates a mobile wind powered tool carrier suitable for field work and testing on public roads.
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Texas
Habits of the Robin and Its Young
Farmer and family observations describe robin nests near doors and the method of mud and grass construction. Children risk death for handling nestlings, while sparrows steal worms. Notes on individual robins, wing injuries, and plumage variations help identify birds across years.
Alfalfa as milk producer says ND dairy expert
L A Wadr on, superintendent in Dickinson North Dakota, argues alfalfa hay with proper grain and ensilage can match June pasture for milk. Properly fed cows need a protein rich ration from bran linseed meal or concentrates, or milk costs rise and profits fall.
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L. A. Wadron
Dickinson
N. D
Dairying Boosts Soil Fertility and Farm Profits
The article argues soil fertility is best maintained by liberal use of barn yard manure. It also claims the dairy herd makes this possible and that dairying is highly remunerative when properly managed.
Remove Old Raspberry Canes After Fruiting
Remove and burn the old raspberry canes immediately after fruiting to control anthracnose, the most destructive disease of raspberries, and protect future yields.
Cheap help on many farms
W A Linklater of the Oklahoma Experiment Station advocates sheep to weed pastures. Range bred Merino ewes, preferably crossbred with Shropshire or Lincoln, are recommended with a Dorset ram if possible. Start with 60 ewes or more, aim for 90 to 100 pound lambs by May 1, selling for about 5 dollars and up.
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Oklahoma
Shropshire
Lincoln
Selecting corn for seed J M Gray
The article argues corn improvement through yearly seed selection from a standard variety. It stresses selecting for an ideal stalk and ear rather than just the ear, noting standards and local testing guide better yields, and warns lambs and ewes suffer from poor management during pregnancy.
Dairy Notes on Breeding Feeding and Management
Not all cow keepers are dairy farmers. Quiet and comfort count in dairying esp in hot weather. Successful dairying depends on right methods in breeding feeding and management. If no silo on your farm plan one now. The one who sells dairy butter may take trade while cream sellers get cash. The Babcock test reliably shows if cows are good.
Trains, Locals and a Tennessee Oddity
A Tennessee farmer once opposed a railroad on his land fearing ruin to cattle. The road was built after condemnation. On the first train pass he admitted the danger but joked that if it came endways it would wreck the cows. a passenger later made a dramatic landing and a local constable threatened arrest for unruly riders.
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Tennessee
Hickory
Bill
Hearth Hunger in Cornelia Comer Essay
A Cornelia A P Comer passage in Atlantic argues that women’s needs extend beyond bread to a deep hearth hunger rooted in long human history. She contends women will work in mills and offices if needed but insist the core of life remains tied to home, family, and rooted tradition.
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Cornelia A. P. Comer
Atlantic
Menelaus and Helen Hat Tampering in Story of Troy
An anecdotal note recalls King Menelaus of ancient Lac onia choosing laconic speech to set a pace for his people. His wife Helen desires a new hat but is refused, prompting her tears and elopement with Paris, as told by Puck.
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Menelaus
Laconia
Helen
Paris
Puck
Cure for Rheumatism Promised by Grove Hill Ad
A local testimonial for Hunts Lightning Oil from A R Stringer claims it cured his wife of severe rheumatism and a friend’s toothache. Advertisement notes bottle sizes 25 and 50 cents and that all dealers carry the product.
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Grove Hill
Ala
Hunt
A. R. Stringer
Let Me Write The Amendments And Rules Of Law
A witty exchange between a ready made philosopher and Senator Sorghum imagines influence over laws and bills. The philosopher claims to write songs of a nation while Sorghum jokes about drafting amendments and bills, hinting at behind the scenes power.
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Senator Sorghum
Patent remedy ad promises malaria cure for 25 cents
An old advertisement touts a prescription labeled sixy six for malaria or chills and fever. It claims five or six doses will cure a case and used as a tonic it prevents recurrence. Price listed as 25 cents.
Comfort Proverb on Widow’s Grief and Attire
A fragment notes counsel to a grieving young widow about finding comfort in misfortune. It remarks that black attire suits her fair complexion and offers a pragmatic, curt suggestion.
Luminous Paint Suppresses Park Bench Spooning
A city coats park benches with luminous paint to deter couples from spooning, drawing curiosity and amusement as night surfaces glow softly around seating areas. The quirky tactic aims to discourage intimate gatherings while maintaining public space use.
Invigorating tonic claims to boost health and appetite
Fragmentary ad text promotes a tonic said to strengthen the system, enrich the blood, and build energy. It targets adults and children, claiming to improve appetite and overall vitality through a stem-based formula.
Tinplate output soars. hydro plant planned in North Carolina
The United States produced 1.75 billion pounds of tinplate last year, tenfold 1899. A new hydro electric plant in North Carolina will start aluminum output at 25 000 tons annually.
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United States
North Carolina
Hang the Expense. A new beau’s modest gifts praised.
A quoted line presents a playful remark about a young woman's partner who chooses affordable date outings. The exchange emphasizes frugal romance with humor.
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