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Newspaper

Patoka Register

Location

Patoka, Illinois, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1928

Page

4

Mulching Strawberry Beds for Winter and Spring

Strawberry beds set last spring or from runners will enter winter rest with fruit bud formation already established. A protective mulch in late fall prevents heaving, slows early growth, protects fruit, and reduces weeds while conserving moisture. Wheat or rye straw are preferred mulches. strawy manure and shredded corn fodder work in some cases.

Clarence E. Baker Farmer's Guide

Treatment for Decayed Spot in a Tree

The article explains removing all decayed wood before filling a trunk cavity. It prescribes a germicide mix of one fourth pound blue vitriol in ten gallons of water, then a thick tar coating to prevent cracking. For large holes, nails reinforce concrete made of portland cement cocoanut? actually Cloak coarse sand and crushed stone and water to a jelly like mixture, packed with a broom handle to avoid hollows.

For Sale Classified Notices Brief items

For sale bookcase and writing desk by Mrs J S Hudspeth. Also kitchen cabinet by W L Parks. Black horse three years old by F H Brokelmeyer. Reed's Yellow Dent seed corn by Orval Hopkins. Cabinet radio set by Geo Wickersham. Sheep shearing wanted. phone Virgil Livesay for date. Three year old black horse with red top hay by G C Rogier.

J. S. Hudspeth W. L. Parks F. H. Brokelmeyer Reed Orval Hopkins Geo. Wickersham Virgil Livesay M. Rogier

Aviator quotes last passenger on field remark

An aviator recalls a final passenger who asked to tie lead to his feet to prevent neck injury if he fell. The remark highlights a fear of danger and a misguided request during takeoff.

Horticultural Notes on Spraying and Pruning Practices

An expert advises careful spraying to keep fruit clean and notes water as a costly ingredient in Bordeaux mixture. Pears can be pruned like apples, with emphasis on thorough mixing, straining, and removing trash. Early spring sprays prevent peach leaf curl and treat blister mite, while regular cultivation remains essential and older apple trees tolerate heavier pruning with minimal risk.

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