Illinois field meetings show lime and clover boost southern soils
The University of Illinois College of Agriculture reports field meetings on limestone, phosphate, potash, manure and sweet clover on soils in Marion Franklin White and Hardin counties. Data from four fields since 1902 to 1917 show treated land yields far surpassing untreated, with corn and wheat gains over two decades. A Franklin County field near Ewing started in 1910 also shows strong results, while a White County field near Enfield and Hardin County near Elizabethtown demonstrate long term corn and wheat gains.
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College of Agriculture
University of Illinois
Marion
Franklin
White
Herdin
Illinois
Marion County
Odin
Franklin County
Ewing
White County
Enfield
Hardin County
Elizabethtown
Yellow Hill
McLean County dairy group leads state average in output
Four hundred sixty seven cows tested in McLean County Dairy Improvement Association produced an average of 6178 pounds of milk and just over 285 pounds of butterfat, beating state averages by over 75 percent. Holsteins owned by H M Wood led with 12836 pounds of milk and about 425 pounds of butterfat. William Welch’s 28 Guernseys averaged 6855 pounds and 850 pounds of butterfat.
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McLean County
H. B. Jamison
College of Agriculture
University of Illinois
Jamison
H. M. Wood
Delavan
William Welch
Milk yield records highlight Kane County dairy group
The Kane County No 2 Dairy Herd Improvement association reports 428 tested cows averaging 7 529 pounds of milk and 270 pounds of butterfat per cow in the year far above state averages. EB Warford & Son Maple Park top the list with 12 226 pounds of milk and 415 pounds of butterfat from 14 purebred Holsteins with alfalfa hay corn silage and diverse ground feeds in the ration.
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Kane County
Jamison
EB. Warford & Son
Maple Park
Water Dilution Separator Proves Costly for Dairyman
H B Jamison of the University of Illinois reports a LaSalle County dairy using a water dilution separator lost 45 pounds of butterfat in one month worth 1 80. With eight more cows the annual loss could rise to 1 800, reflecting 6 percent interest on that amount. The device also lowers skim milk value due to added water.
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LaSalle County
H. B. Jamison
College of Agriculture
University of Illinois
Jamison
New Fashions for Tots and Misses
A fashion writer notes the growing chic of children’s dress as Paris models influence American modistes. Infant frocks use cottons and percale substitutes like English prints, offering durable, washable outfits. summer dresses feature crepes, voiles, chiffons, and pastel color blocks in Paris-inspired designs.
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New York Times
Couturiere
Ocean
Paris
Should Have Slippers Match Evening Gowns
A fashion note on evening slippers pairing with gowns. It recommends a versatile single pair in beige tones plus extras in black white silver and gold to cover outfits. Describes satin lacquered looks, buckles, jeweled straps, and varied finishes from Parisian styles to gilded and embroidered options.
Fashionable Summer Frocks and Novel Fabrics Take Center Stage
The article details delicate tan moire parasols matching frocks and rare fabrics. It highlights organdie and chiffon dresses with painted floral motifs, Ferronierre designs across crepes and silks, and vibrant chiffons in venetive blues cyclamen and greens, showcasing season trend variety and elegance.
Stones for mature women older ladies jewelry guide
The piece suggests stones suited to older women. Amethysts suit white haired blue eyed women, garnets fit those with neutral coloring, onyx offers more life than jet, aquamarines in gold suit aged wearers, pearls flatter many though gray pearls may suit some, and warm cloudy amber fits blonde hair touched with gray.
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Springfield Republican
Ribbons Demand a Prominent Place in New Modes
Ribbons, ever beautiful and versatile, push for a key role as fashion evolves. Designers showcase color harmonies and satin and velvet combos, with heavy satin ribbons brocaded in square medallions for rich, decorative effects.
Laying Linoleum Requires Skill and Care
The guide explains linoleum should be laid on level dry floors with attention to warm storage, expansion, and water tight seams. It details two fastening methods tack and cement, baseboard molding removal, edge trimming, and cautions against moisture and water glass in cement.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Orange Milk Cup Recipe Notes
A recipe describes mixing orange juice sugar lemon and milk with water. Heat slowly then cool with ice. Best results come from shaking the liquid in a mason jar until well mixed.
Vegetable and Cereal Loaf Recipe From USDA
The United States Department of Agriculture's bureau of home economics presents a substantial loaf using cooked kale carrots and rice with eggs to boost minerals and vitamins. The prepared mixture is formed into loaf shapes, topped with bacon or crumbs, and baked until brown.
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Bureau of Home Economics
United States Department of Agriculture
Sweet Curds as Filling for Pastries and Pies
Home economics guidance from the Department of Agriculture explains curds can fill pies and tarts. Made by adding rennet to warm milk then straining, the curd is enriched with butter sugar egg yolks and spice before baking like custard pie.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Home Economics Office
Department of Agriculture
Baked Custard Preparations And Flavor Ideas
Baked custard uses twice as much egg as soft custard for a given milk amount. It is cooked in a baking dish without stirring and is ready when a knife comes out clean. Flavoring options include commercial extracts caramel and fruit accompaniments, with pineapple avoided for taste.
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Jerseys and
Guernseys
Dean Hastings
Mr. Hastings
McLean County Dairy Improvement Association
Hastings
Association
Albermarle
Virginia
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