Ultraviolet Light Boosts Egg Production in Hens
The Department of Agriculture reports hens exposed to ultraviolet light lay 10 to 19 percent more eggs. Tests ran five years in an underground Beltsville center poultry house begun in 1945. Scientists say bacteria levels and vitamin D were not factors. the exact light properties remain unidentified.
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Cranberries Add Colorful Flavor To Fall Dishes
A collection of cranberry based recipes highlights tart flavor in cranberry ham slices cranberry yam puffs and cranberry sauce plus ways to use leftovers with waffles pie and mashed potatoes. It notes cranberry color brightens muffins French dressing and relishes for festive meals with ham turkey or chicken.
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New Rabbit Repellent Proves Highly Effective
A new rabbit repellent developed to protect beans lettuce radishes greens carrots corn and flowers was tested by a chemical company. Treated lettuce patches remained untouched while untreated plants suffered heavy nibbling with 80 to 100 percent damage. Researchers note rabbits showed less interest in carrots than other foods.
Home Made Ladder from Farm DIY Guide
A simple farm ladder uses a straight pole six or seven inches in diameter. Bind a wire around eight feet from the end, split the pole, insert rungs, and twist a wire under the bottom rung. Cut notches for upper rungs and nail them in place for a sturdy, versatile ladder.
Consumption of Canned Milk Increases in the U S
A recent survey shows annual U S consumption of canned evaporated and condensed milk averaging around 20 pounds per person. The heat treatment used to sterilize evaporated milk aids digestion and makes it ideal for baby food. The milk is also popular in tea and coffee, driving sales in the United States.
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Practical Home Remedies From an Old Time Page
The text explains how to prevent patent leather from cracking with colorless nail polish and to clean patent leather using a vinegar and water mix or petroleum jelly. It describes sewing two or three old blankets into a warm comforter and covering them with printed cotton for longevity. It also notes reducing wool blanket allergies by adding a sheet over and under the blanket three feet down from its top.
Mrs Brown Displays Lampshade With Mixed Reactions
Mrs Brown shows a large lampshade she just bought, praising it as lovely. Her husband objects, warning that wearing it to church tomorrow would be improper and that there is a limit to hats.
Night and Day Dreaming Wives Joke
Smith says his wife dreams at night of being married to a millionaire. Jones replies his wife thinks of him during the day.
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Two Young Men Discuss Matrimony and Wealth
Two men debate marriage for money and compassion. One says he would not marry for money, but he could not let a rich woman stay a single old maid just for her wealth.
Grandma’s Sayings on Nu-Maid Margarine Ads
Phrases from readers praise Nu-Maid margarine featuring Miss Nu-Maid on the package. Contributors offer clever quips about daily cooking, table style prints, and modern margarine benefits with a $5 payment upon publication for accepted sayings.
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