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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1918
Page
2
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Endorsing Harrison forces claim the defeat was due to their organized campaign and war-effort fundraising, not a shift in Americanism. The piece laments insults and intimidation, cites county results and war drives, and asserts Harrison will succeed Vardaman with war-time unity.
Businessmen from Hinds and Yazoo counties travel to Canton to inspect a small flour mill and spur new mills in Jackson and Yazoo City. Yazoo County has nearly enough wheat acres pledged to justify a mill, and the Canton mill's flour quality impresses local growers.
The Jackson Daily News argues Mississippi should grow more wheat to make flour locally. It cites Canton mills producing white fine flour and claims higher yields than the wheat belt, urging patriotism and cost savings to keep dollars at home.
A detailed guide on maximizing wheat yields covers soil type and drainage, crop rotations, seedbed prep, timely sowing, and the crucial role of fertilizers. It explains that clay soils with good organic matter, proper legume catch crops, and careful moisture management boost production, while excessive organic matter or late seeding reduce yields.
Mrs Katherine Moberly secures delegates for the Woman's Conference held August 15 to 17. Miss Wright reports a helpful meeting and previews a public talk Saturday at 10:30 in the Baptist Church annex. The agenda covers Red Cross production problems, distribution, nurses overseas needs, and refugee relief with detailed sessions and speakers from Gulf Division to New Orleans and Birmingham.
The bulletin urges six pecks per acre as normal seeding, with seven pecks sometimes preferred for poorly prepared land. Over-seeding lowers head length and yield. Choice of seed variety is crucial, with tests showing 5 to 10 bushels per acre variance. Prefer standard varieties of good quality seed to unknowns.
An advertisement promises painless corn removal with a quick method. The copy emphasizes ease and comfort, aiming to attract readers seeking relief from corn discomfort.
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