Relaxation as the Big Medicine for Strength and Recovery
A father writes to his son in France about relaxation as a source of physical, mental, and spiritual power. He cites breathing, quiescent posture, biometre observations, and tales of Kid McCoy and Japanese soldiers to illustrate how letting go replenishes energy and reduces tension.
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Augustus Thomas
New York
France
Thomas
Kid McCoy
Billy Stift
Stift
McCoy
Real Soldiers to Lead New Army
Edward S Clark argues that most of the 200 major generals and brigadier generals appointed to the new selective service army are West Point cadets who trained together. He notes limited familiarity between generals, potential for a new generation of leaders, and the chance younger officers may emerge as top commanders.
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West Point
Edward 8. Clark
Washingtons
West Point Military Academy
Joffre
Haig
Petain
Washington
National Army
Iind
United States’ Military Academy
Military Academy
Frederick
Strong
Wue
Edwin St. John Greble
National Guard
Greble
Big Bethel
Iate
O. C. Howard
Howard
Nano H Howard
Army Register
Tango Escadrille Leader Baron von Richthofen Faces Aerial Challenge
The German air leader Baron Manfried von Richthofen, nicknamed King of the Air, heads the Tango Escadrille of six planes and fended off four American flyers Lufbery Parsons Willis and Lowell in a 45 minute dogfight.
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Baron Manfried von Richthofen
Germany
Nemeyer
Lufbery
Parsons
Willis
Lowell
White Runner Ducks Egg Producers Show Hardiness
The White Runner, originating from the East Indies, now comes in several colors and proves strong under natural hardening. In trials the flock endured a harsh 1916-17 winter with only a walled garden for shelter, yielding fertilized eggs with low infertility rates, and showing ducks’ resilience to common fowl diseases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Netherlands
East Indies
Leghorns Prove Most Profitable Egg Producers in Test
A extensive feeding test by the Department of Agriculture shows Leghorns cost less feed per egg and deliver higher egg output than Plymouth Rocks Wyandottes Rhode Island Reds and Orpingtons. Over three years Leghorns yielded higher net value per dozen eggs despite smaller egg size.
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Department of Agriculture
United States Department of Pultures
Plymouth Rocks
Wyandottes
Rhode Island Beds
Orpingtons
United States Department of Agriculture
Wis
Aga
General purpose hens better winter layers than Leghorns
The article notes general purpose breeds lay well in winter while Leghorns excel in spring and summer. Leghorns brood less, which can lower their egg yield compared with general-purpose or heavier breeds. Breeders with yard confinement find Leghorns often safer for fertility than heavier stock.
Egg yolk spots and health tips for flocks
The article notes spots on egg yolks are not unusual and may include blood clots or small worms. Candling eggs helps identify issues, though not always practical. A healthy flock can produce spots during heavy laying. if hens show liver trouble or diarrhea, locate and remedy causes and improve green feed and range access.
Cold Brooder Makeshift Warmth For Newborn Chicks
Cold brooders can be homemade and used with or without artificial heat. A shallow tight box with one open end or a small hole works. Place a woolen floor cover to warm chicks feet and fold a paper daily to keep area clean. Suspend flannel strips from the top to hover chicks.
Feeding the August Chicks for Early Laying
Instructions advise feeding August chicks by providing them to hens at the edge of a corn field. They should roam a stubble field with shade and mellow ground to grow quickly and be ready to lay in spring when hens are sitting.
Rob Calf of Mother's Milk
George H Glover argues that feeding calves only skim milk substitute lowers long term returns. He questions if saving now by using whitewash and sawdust or milk substitutes costs more through stunted calves and lower mature cattle value.
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GEORGE “H._ GLOVER
Coto Agricultural College
Fort Collins
Butter Produced on Farms Shows Cooperative Creameries Thrive
An investigation in Wisconsin finds farm dairy butter output shrinking while most butter is sold directly to consumers. Co operative creameries dominate, paying farmers more for butter fat and offering higher wages to makers, with higher consumer prices. Farmers get two thirds of the sale money, retailers about one tenth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
Removing Horns on Calves By Caustic Potash
Instructions from the Wisconsin College of Agriculture describe removing calf horns with caustic potash. Clip hair at the horn spots two to three days after birth, apply a wrapped stick of caustic potash to the horn, and ensure all horn is removed to prevent scarring. Do not allow rain or caustic solution to contact eyes. store caustic potash airtight to prevent dissolution.
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Wisconsin College of Agriculture
Salt is Essential for Dairy Cows’ Milk Output
An article notes dairy cows consuming high vegetable matter need ample salt. Without sufficient salt, cows fail to thrive and milk production drops. Some farmers mix salt into feed or place salt where cows can access it easily.
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T’ve
Richard Herding Davis
Irvin Cobb
Tango Escadrille
SWF
Ivas
Dickgian ¢Ani
Dickman
England
Leghorn
Colorado
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