Illinois college expands soil field trials across 29 counties
The College of Agriculture at the University of Illinois operates 31 soil experiment fields totaling 601 acres in 29 counties. Fields study soil types from brown silt loam to dune sand, with tests on sweet clover, lime, rock phosphate, and manure showing substantial yield gains in corn and wheat across multiple locations.
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College of Agriculture
University of Illinois
Bureau
Crawford
Vienna
Ilinois
DeKalb
Alhambra
Urbana
Davenport
America
Agronomy Department
The
Agricultural College
Dixon
Kewanee
Mount Morris
Illinois
Carthage
Clayton
Toledo
Ewing
Raleigh, Enfield and
Union
Hartsburg
Oquowka
Henderson County
Good Feed Puts Early Lambs in Shape for Summer Market
University of Illinois report shows Hampshire, Southdown, Shropshire and Rambouillet lambs weighing between 25 and 438 pounds at various ages due to balanced rations of ground corn oats bran and linseed oil meal. Wethers can earn more than rams. docking and castration advised early. strong demand for choice lambs.
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Hampshire
Ton Litter Progress Highlights Illinois Swine Industry
The Illinois Ton Litter club marks progress with 185 farmers in 47 counties producing a ton of pork from a single litter in 180 days during 1923 and 1924. A total of 144 ton litters emerged from 905 entries, leading all states for both years. H P Rusk notes the record showcases strong breeding, feeding, and management.
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H. P. Rusk
College of Agriculture
University of Illinois
Ilinois Ton Litter Club
Agricultural College
Illinois
Illinols
Rusk
Special Chemicals for Ink Stain Removal from Clothes
USDA bulletin explains the chemical variety in writing inks and offers stain removal methods. It details absorbents like corn meal and talcum, soap and water, and milk therapy, noting inks vary by composition and that safe results depend on fabric type.
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United States Department of Agriculture
India
Farmers’ Bulletin
Fruit Salad Recalled Instructions From Frugal Kitchen Note
A fragmented kitchen note outlines a fruit salad recipe using canned pineapple cherries marshmallows and filberts. Instructions include draining pineapple cutting into pieces splitting marshmallows, pitting cherries and stuffing with filberts, then mixing and moisting with French dressing.
Reducing Costs for Children’s Shoes in Growth Period
The United States Department guidance urges careful fitting to allow growth, notes good leather lasts longer, suggests mending small rips, using rubber heels for comfort, and avoiding run-down heels. It recommends alternating wear, proper drying, oiling leather with neat’s-foot and castor oils, and keeping a shoe record to choose best value.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Home Economies
Care of Kitchen Utensils in USDA Advice
The United States Department of Agriculture offers tips on utensil care. Scrape and scour to prevent scratching. soak or boil burnt residue unless aluminum. wipe soot and grease. wash in hot soap and rinse, then dry thoroughly. Wipe gears and bearings. avoid water, apply oil occasionally. Store on accessible shelves near use in light, airy spaces.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Bacon Sandwiches for School Lunches
The United States Department of Agriculture notes that school children and older household members often carry bacon sandwiches. When time is short, a simple bread and two or three slices of crisp cooked bacon works, and onions or pickles add acceptable flavor.
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Iwlder
United States Department of Agriculture
Savory Meat Rolls Guided by USDA Principles
A USDA prepared note explains savory meat rolls from chopped beef and pork with optional egg. Vary meat ratios from two parts beef one part pork to two parts pork one part beef, top with salt pork or bacon, and roast. Add bread crumbs, browned vegetables, sausage, or sage as desired.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Popular Ensemble Keeps Charm Into Next Fashion Season
Fashion notes show ensemble garments growing more versatile with mixed materials like silk wool leather and knit fabrics. Spring models feature a frock of plaid silk paired with a kasha coat or similar fabric, often lined in the same material. Notable designs include a blue and white tub silk frock with a powder blue kasha coat and fur collar accented by silver buttons.
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Kasha
New Printed Silk in Wrought Iron Design
The piece highlights early spring fashion trends with subtle color frocks and printed chiffons in rose pink blue lavender and pale green. It notes cretonne as a smart fabric with silk and metal thread beading and details dresses coats and beachwear using the fabric.
Printed fabrics set spring fashion mood in pastel tones
A fashion note describes spring trends with feminine daintiness achieved through filmy chiffons and georgettes, delicate lace, and pastel colors shaping a light, airy look in new fabric pictures.
Colorful Pearl Necklaces Bracelets Create Bold Jewelry Trend
The latest pearl jewelry pairs large colored synthetic pearls in alternating light and deep tones such as rose blue lavender and green. A black and white alternation appears in one piece. Earrings echo the color contrast while bracelets feature a single circular strand with the same alternating color pattern.
Glitter and Sparkle Dominate Chic Women’s Frocks
A study of clothes worn by smart women highlights straight slim lines with glitter and sparkle as the defining features. Delicate pastel tones prevail with white accented by silver or crystal, and beading is used more skillfully to form fabric motifs, giving greater individuality to designs despite similar silhouettes.
Ashes of Roses in New Hats for Spring Wear
The grayish rose shade ashes of roses gains notice for spring millinery. Paris modistes earlier showed flesh-color styling with black hats, and ashes of roses is suggested for piping brims, facings, and crown edges with black accents. Pink options conch shell and tango appear but do not match the shade.
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Paris
Beaded Evening Gowns and Debutante Frocks Featured in Style
The article highlights beaded evening gowns with silver and pale pink satin crepe, silver lace and silver brocade designs, and crystal beads. It notes a large ostrich feather accessory, delicate tulle frocks for debutantes, period styling with tight bodices and full skirts, and trims of flowers and silver ribbon.
New Hosiery Shades Listed With Familiar Names
The article presents hosiery color shades including chair naturelle horse pueelle phantom jeunesse Park avenue discretion foot light romance. It notes none are truly new and describes tones from chair flesh to romance rosy beige and phantom silver gray to discretion dark tan.
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Chair
Park Avenue
Discretion
Spring Fur Styles Bring Bold Neckpieces to Fashion
Spring fur trends show neckpieces and chokers gaining popularity as women buy skins and have them tailored. The trend emphasizes customizable fur accessories and a move toward statement pieces for the season.
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University of Ilinois
National Garment Retail Association
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