Alfalfa growth shows soil and drainage influence across Ohio
A report from the Olio experiment station notes alfalfa variety trials and soil responses in Ohio. It states no single soil type or elevation holds monopoly on favorable conditions, with upland clay, sandy soils, and bottoms producing varied yields. Drainage, inoculation, seed bed, and moisture control drive success or failure across fields.
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Risckigan
Farner
Iors
Olio
Nurcery
Is & Fr
Tvo
Ghin
Ohio
Plant south of No 51 alfalfa nursery notes drainage issues
Report notes bay stems and leaf measurements with seeds and percentages, indicating alfalfa plants show poor drainage or lime-related problems. Details mention stem sections and percentages of growth, suggesting conditions affected plant health at the site near plant No 51.
Yield of Mangels and Fertilizer Tests with Corn
Mangels grown continuously yielded up to four tons of roots per acre with one ton of manure matter, suggesting high yields at the New York Meat Station. Fertilizer tests in Virginia show green manuring benefits for crops and advise moderate fertilizer timing. Sugar beets on alkali soil exhibit uneven stands and leaf chlorosis in older leaves.
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New York
Virginia
Geari
Andrew
Lotte
Potash in Orchards Questioned by Orchard Practice
Orchard practice and experiments suggest that the fees for potash may not be based on real need.
Indian Corn Shrinkage Study Shows Variable Percent Loss
Shrinkage of yellow white and mixed corn varieties measured at the Kansas Experiment Station over twelve months. First four months show 3.26 percent loss, twelve months 14.2 percent, with white and mixed varieties exhibiting distinct shrinkage patterns. Breeding trials and seed lots tested across multiple counties indicate high yielding lines may improve storage stability and overall yield by 20 to 32 percent in some comparisons.
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Crib
Kansas Ex
Megane
Bidreth
Stiflower
Witte
Alfalfa Meal in Commerce and Feed Uses
A report for the Bureau of Animal Industry describes alfalfa meal production requirements. Kiln drying is needed for grinding, with alfalfa and sugar beet molasses forming a 75 to 25 mix. The product yields 15 17 percent protein and about 59 percent carbohydrate and fat, used by feeders preparing show animals of various breeds.
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Graham
Bureau of Animal Industry
Cattle and cotton farming gain attention in the South
The Southern Cultivator notes that southern farmers are increasingly raising cattle and improving cattle operations to support cotton farms. It observes cattle manure, especially cow manure, boosts soil and yields as drought resistance improves when mixed with manure versus commercial fertilizer alone.
Gate Latch and Support Mechanism
Describes a gate latch and brace wire system attachable on either gate side. The latch hooks into a notch in the post and the brace wire runs from the gate top to buildings or a tail post to reduce strain. A building or tail post is used if the gate sits near a fence.
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J. W.G. de Farmer
Beef Feeder and Silage Value for Stechers
From Virginia experiment station experience silage fed through winter kept cattle healthier and greener, finished well on grass, and showed thriftier condition. Observers advise succulent feeds for stockers and finishers, noting eye, frame and smoothness as key feeder traits. Long and short feeding periods for steers indicate heavier, fleshy cattle yield higher value per pound, with cost-efficient rations.
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Virginia
A. P. Ketchen
G. E. Day
Canada
Mr. Day
Sheep Talk The Lincoln Sheep and Its Future Prospects
W 3 Wilmer surveys the Lincoln breed noting its heavy body and long wool while contrasting market preferences for smaller, leaner carcasses. He discusses export roles in Argentina, crossbreeding with Downs and Merino types, and the place of Lincoln in U S flocks with notes on parasites and regional suitability for strong wool and mutton production.
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Lincoln
W. 3. Wilmer
England
Lincolns
Argentina
United States
Joseph E. Wing
Leicester
Cotswold
Wing
Amelia
Michigan
New Englland
Cheviot
Cotswell
Virtues of Wild Osta Highlighted by Oregon Study
An Oregon Experiment Station report notes that ing Wikhete fodder shows higher protein content than typical hay, with ME eats notably richer than average shoothy hay and approaching the richness of Kentucky bluegrass and redtop. It also cites blue clover as exceptionally protein rich.
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Oregon Experiment Station
Swine Feeding Tips From Canadian Experiments
Practical observations on pig fattening and pasturing note the value of pumpkins turnips and weeds as feed. Warm daily rations aid thrift, while alfalfa in moderation boosts gains. J H Grisdale calls pumpkin feed quality good and stresses careful energy balance for 1 pound gain per day.
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J. H. Grisdale
Canada
Cains
Top Notchers of the Dairy
The article highlights prize Ayrshire and Holstein cattle at a national dairy show. It notes grand champion Ayrshire Bull Beret Bee Own and notable Holstein entries Jewel of Home Farm and Parthenea Flengerveld. It cites strong Ayrshire matron classes from multiple states and regions.
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Toard
Ayrshire
Fustrallians
Beret P
Canada
Holsteios
Middle West
Jewel of Home Farm
Parthenea Flengerveld
Evel
Home Farm
Fesd
Ayrshire Snd
Market Strain Presses Horse Trade Across Nation
The Breeder's Gazette notes abnormal conditions in money centers dampen horse prices. Primary shippers lack cash, exporters face exchange limits, and eastern buyers balk at pre-crash prices. Farmers may withhold sales or accept lower quotes as a temporary sacrifice amid broader market deadlock.
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Noens
Wall Street
Chicag
The Empty Milk Cans
Mill cans should never be tightly closed when not in use and should be placed on a rock in an inverted position so that dust cannot blow into them. If possible, they should be placed where the sun will shine on them to keep them pure and sweet.
Grain to Coast of Water Feeds Heavy Milk Cow Ration
Grain forms the main part of the ration and must be fed to meet the cow’s nutrient needs. The amount of concentrates depends on milk and butterfat output of the dairy cow.
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Tae
Essex Swine Breed Distribution Across Seventeen States
Essex swine are now recorded in seventeen states with the highest numbers in Michigan Nebraska Texas Taineis Ohio Indiana and Georgia. They are medium in size mature early and favored for these traits.
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Michigan
Nebraska
Texas
Taineis
Ohio
Indiana
Georgia
Marriage Customs in Tibet Described by Landor
The article recounts Shokas wedding customs from A Henry Savage Landor's The Forbidden Land. It notes bridegroom visits with food and money, cake ritual, and witnesses. broken betrothals if cake is refused. severe communal reprisals for violations. village mobs confiscate property and may beat or kill innocent relatives to enforce norms.
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A. Henry Savage Landor
Futa Etry
Uncle Henry’s Experience on Choosing a Wife
Uncle Henry dismisses parental guidance on marriage and insists a young man should choose freely. He recalls at twenty five considering Naomi Henthorne, guided by friends who praised her, leading him to propose. Naomi rejected him saying she would not marry unless he were the last man on earth.
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Henry
Uncle Henry
Nic
Naomi Henthorne
Naomi
Uncle Beary
Touth
Bubblyjocks and the Burden of Joy in a Turbulent Era
An essay fragment explores the figure of the bubblrjock as a force that torments yet cannot end life’s joy. It likens social pressure to a global story and warns against letting fear mute happiness, urging defiant, steady cheer amid doubt. The piece cites Eve and Adam as archetypes in a dialogue about happiness and restraint.
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Scotland
Igddie
Adam
Eve
Puzzler Key and Miscellaneous Wordplay Listings
The page lists puzzle items including Diamond riddles with city names, Enigmatical Cities and Omitted Vowels samples, Cube Puzzle note, Sumtled Proverb entry, Suggested States, and a Diet For Every Male list with items like Jam Cereals Mince meat Beets gums drops starch and tatty.
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Canton
Livermoor
Mada Lackson
Paris
Harmburg
Cape Town
Ohio
Meine
Rhode Island
Connecticut
Georgia
Tennessee
Puzzter No 351 352 354 355 and 336 Puzzles
Puzzle items recount a set of word games including metamorphoses anagrams charades and subtraction clues with examples and solutions across multiple numbers and themes from a 19th century or early 20th century puzzle column.
Word Puzzle and Diamond Quiz Items
No 357 presents a word puzzle about dress order and a strange phrase perfect whole of trouble. No 353 offers five clues including jurors swamp round mana building on farms and a home tester.
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Polly
Sister Mar
Saus
Mana
Transpositions Puzzle Clue Set No 359
This item presents two wordplay prompts: transpose to form a verb implying roaming and wrath, and transpose as an adjective meaning great size yielding royal sense, plus another transpose yielding purity as a weapon meaning.
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