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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1947
Page
3
An exploration of national parks shifts from the Far West to eastern wilderness areas. The piece notes Yellowstone and Yosemite as familiar icons while hinting at lesser known expanses and wonders in eastern regions, inviting readers to rethink iconic landscapes.
Four eastern wilderness parks are profiled Great Smoky Mountains Shenandoah Acadia Isle Royale. The piece notes park features routes such as Skyline Drive and public facilities including free camp sites and ranger naturalists. It highlights landscapes wildlife and access points from Gatlinburg Bar Harbor Houghton and Grand Marais.
A four season test at the Texas Substation Sonora shows lambs grew 3 percent heavier with phenothiazine-salt in troughs and worm eggs dropped from 1 180 to 60 per gram in ewes and 1 700 to 30 in lambs. Dr I B Boughton concludes the mix eliminates need for individual worm treatment with no health harm to ewes or lambs.
Fort Sill Oklahoma rebuilds a century old blockhouse once used as a warning station during Indian wars. The structure sits high with a 60 mile view and earned a commendation from General Sherman after his Civil War era visit. It was damaged by artillery during maneuvers but is being restored as a monument to the Old West.
Hogs fed salt in daily rations gained about 1.71 pounds per day versus 0.67 pounds for those without salt. Each extra pound of salt yielded 45 pounds of additional gain, and salt saved $5.60 worth of feed per hog.
The USDA tests led Brown Instrument Company to develop an audible freezer alarm. The device uses electronic potentiometers to monitor temperatures at 16 points inside each freezer and trigger a warning if operation stops. Improved freezer construction and alarm design aim to enhance food protection.
The 15 percent ammonium salt of 2 4-D mixed with 2.8 pounds of urea and fermate per 100 gallons shows effectiveness on small grains and grass. The formulation targets weed control while promoting crop health in turf and pasture areas.
Iowa State agronomists urge plowing down cover crops early to save soil moisture. Rye and vetch grow quickly and consume moisture in warm weather, risking reduced moisture for new crops. The practice also contributes nitrogen to the soil.
A Sunday school lesson argues Israel's fall in 586 BCE as divine judgment on Judah for disobeying God. It links Zedekiah’s rebellion to Nebuchadnezzar and the siege of Jerusalem, note Jeremiah’s witness, and warns today’s nations against pride, sin, and neglect of moral standards, urging penitence.
Raglan-Sleeved Frock Pattern No 8116 offered in sizes 12 14 16 18 and 20. Size 14 requires 314 yards of 39 inch fabric and 44 yards of 35 or 39 inch for collar.
Guidance on lawn mower blade height of one and a half inches recommends leaving clippings to feed roots. Sew buttonholes before washing to prevent stretching. A cleaning paste for copper brass or pewter uses salt flour and vinegar. After washing, press sweaters while nearly dry and finish flattening on a towel.
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