Mississippi drives state fence campaign for better livestock
Extension forces at Mississippi A and M College launch a statewide drive to urge farmers to build more and better fences. The effort highlights fencing to conserve forage, improve stock quality, reduce losses, and increase land values, with local dealers offering carload fencing at near cost during the week of the campaign.
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National Crop Improvement Service
Mississippi A. and
M. College
Retail Hardware and Implement Association of Mississippi
Wire Splicing Made Easy With a Splicer
The article explains an easy method for splicing fence wire on a farm. Cut three inches of line wire from the fence, align and clamp the stay wires, then twist the exposed ends around the line wires to form a neat strong splice.
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National Crop Improvement Service
Thanksgiving Every Day Promises From Mayr Remedy Ad
An old advertisement touts Mayr's Wonderful Remedy claiming long relief from stomach trouble after years of illness and avoidance of surgery. It promises removal of catarrhal mucus and inflammation tied to stomach liver and intestinal ailments. One dose is claimed to satisfy and money is refunded. Sold at Chilton's Drug Store and druggists nationwide.
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Mayr
Havn
Chilton’s
Bayer Aspirin Cross Ad Warns Against Fakes
An old Brooklyn dealer sold fraudulent aspirin tablets mainly talcum powder. The ad urges always asking for genuine Bayer Tablets of Aspirin bearing the Bayer Cross on the package and on each tablet. It notes proper directions and dosage and states aspirin is Bayer's trademark.
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Bayer
Brooklyn
Whch
Subscribe for the Oxford Eagle at $1.50 per year
Readers are invited to subscribe to the Oxford Eagle for only 1.50 per year, offering a low-cost option to receive local news and features. This promo highlights value and community coverage.
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Oxford Eagle
Mixing Concrete for Setting Steel Fence Posts
Instructions for concrete mix preparation and placement for fence posts. Emphasizes flat, water tight mixing boards, sharp sand, proper layering cement sand gravel, gradual water addition, thorough mixing, and wet curing. Recommends one part cement three parts sand and three parts gravel and cautions against sun exposure and freezing.
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National Crop Improvement Service
Grounding fences to protect stock from lightning
The National Crop Improvement Service warns farmers to ground wooden fences during storms. Tie a six to eight foot wire to all line wires, bury the opposite end, and ensure contact with moist soil. Grounded fences reduce electric shocks to livestock in thunderstorms.
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National Crop Improvement Service
Burning Out Weeds Along Fence Lines
Burning weeds along fence lines is dangerous on wooden posts but safer on steel posts. Conduct burning on a dry, windward day and remove brush piles first to prevent overheating and wire damage. burning one year’s growth generally does not injure the wire.
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National Crop Improvement Service
Level the Fence Line for Proper Fence Alignment
Clear brush stumps and obstructions before building a fence so posts align and wire fabric stretches evenly. Ensure a tight bottom by leveling ground humps so the fence rests snugly on the ground at the lowest point.
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National Crop Improvement Service
Anchoring Fence Posts in Holes and Gullies
A sturdy wire fence can bend to uneven ground by securing a wood or stone anchor at the base of the post. Tamp soil around it, attach strong wire to the anchor, and fasten to line wires to relieve staple stress.
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National Crop Improvement Service
Tilted and lifted gate for field rotation and snow clearance
A combination tilting and lifting gate is described as convenient for agriculture. It tilts at one end to allow small stock to rotate between fields and can be raised 12 inches to swing clear of snow and ice.
Gate order notes width and hardware allowance
In placing a gate order specify the required width and include extra space for latches and hinges. Confirm whether frame hardware, stops, and mounting brackets are included in the measurement and overall price.
Real estate wanted in Senatobia area
Messrs. W. T. Still and J. H. Bernard of Senatobia seek all kinds of farm and timber lands for sale. If you have property to offer contact them. FE 8-21-41.
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W. T. Still
J. H. Bernard
Senatobia
Wanted Settled Woman to Care for Elderly Lady
White woman sought to care for an elderly lady with a good home and wages offered. Apply to Mrs. M. L. Sloss.
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M. L. Sloss
For Sale or Trade Old fashioned nine room residence
Two story home with four rooms and hall on each floor plus kitchen and pantry. Includes closet in every room lights water garden and barn on a large 190 by 270 foot corner lot with a one room servant house. Near square on North street contact J. F. Goolsby.
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J. F. Goolsby
Notice of road district bids for maintenance work
Commissioners of South Yocona Road District in Lafayette County Mississippi invite sealed bids for maintenance of Link No 1 from near G W Knight’s home west on Taylor Road to Gum Bridge 114 miles Link 2 from Keel Old Field southeast along Paris Road to Beat Line of Beat 5 two miles and Link No from Yalobusha County line east on Paris Road to Beat 5 one mile Bids due October 6 1919 at the county court house before the chancery clerk Right to reject all bids outcry reserved Plans and specifications on file with chancery clerk September 1 1919 R C Sanders G W Knight I E E Humphries A cross sickly baby ad for McGees Baby Elixir with price 35c 60c sold by A H Kendel Oxford Miss
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South Yocona Road
Lafayette County
Mississippi
South Door
County Court House
Chancery Clerk
G. W. Knight
Taylor Road
Gum Bridge
Keel Old Field
Paris Road
Yalobusha
Chancery
R. C. Sanders
Iee
Humphries
Lemon Lotion Recipe Promises Fairer Skin
A beauty ad touts a lemon lotion made from two lemons and three ounces of orchard white to create a quarter pint mixture that allegedly smooths freckles and blemishes. The piece advises daily application on face and neck, noting low cost and availability at grocers and drug stores.
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