Grosbeaks praised as allies against crop pests
Farmers' bulletin 456 reports seven grosbeak finch varieties inhabit the region and largely aid crops by feeding on insects. The redbird, blue grosbeak, gray grosbeak, black headed grosbeak, and other species collectively resist locusts, beetles, caterpillars, and weed seeds, with strong protection urged for these birds.
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The Insanitary Open Vessel and Poultry Water Facts
A harsh warning on water quality in poultry farming, arguing dirty water harms eggs and fowl, while some defend hens as natural filters. It condemns improper practices, promotes the Golden Rule, and lists practical dos and don’ts for caring for hens, greens, and feed.
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Marjar
The Dairyman Who Reads Urges Modern Methods
A Farm and Stock column argues dairymen succeed by reading, adopting new techniques, and improving sires and feeding. It notes better sanitary practices and efficiency yield nearly double butter. The piece warns against clinging to old methods to stay competitive.
Modern House Of Medium Size Plan For 26 By 28 Feet
Popular up to date home plan features economical use of space with birch or red oak first story and pine to enamel second story. Rooms well arranged with maple or birch floors on both levels. Main part measures 26 by 28 feet with build cost about 3200 dollars not including heating and plumbing. Special arrangement offers complete plans and specifications for 25 dollars from editor Glenn L Saxton.
Senate to approve house wool bill and test Taft
Washington July 26. After conferences senators predicted the Senate would adopt the house wool bill tomorrow, placing the wool issue before President Taft. Democratic Leader Underwood warned the house would not accept the La Follette bill. Taft denounced wool schedules but signaled a revision after tariff board report. veto not yet decided. insurgent and regular Republicans reportedly back the house measure if La Follette fails. Poindexter predicted eventual passage, with Clapp and Brown among supporters.
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Billy Sunday Rates Indianapolis Highest City For Soul Saving
Winona Lake July 26 Billy Sunday the evangelist studying soul saving costs estimates Indianapolis leads the nation at 620 dollars per soul saved. He cites New York 445 Boston 450 Denver 425 Chicago 391 New Orleans 78 and Atlanta 75, calculated from church maintenance spending divided by church accessions. He adds advertising aids success.
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Miners seek 40 percent wage hike in Hazleton and Schuylkill
Wilkes Barre July 26 District Presidents Kennedy of Hazleton and Fahey of Schuylkill report miners demand a wage increase from 25 to 40 percent. They say local unions are growing in strength and ready to sustain a long strike next year if needed to win the higher rates.
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Passaic Adopts New Form of Government by Vote
Passaic New Jersey records a decisive win for the Walsh act with 1792 votes for and 861 against, a majority of 821 in a turnout of 2653. The measure passed despite opposition, as the two to one margin surpassed the defeated count.
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