Fowl Typhoid Outbreaks Prompt Sanitation Focus in Illinois
Prepared by the College of Agriculture at the University of Illinois notes fowl typhoid is spreading through Cham paign Grundy Fulton and LaSalle counties with signs including pale combs drooping birds and greenish diarrhea. It warns the germ spreads via droppings, urges strict sanitation including burning of sick birds cleaning and disinfecting houses, scalding utensils and plowing infected lots, and mentions possible bacteriologic diagnosis and intestinal antiseptics as aids.
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Illinois
Robert Graham
College of Agriculture
University of Illinois
Champaign
Grundy
Fulton
LaSalle
Acid Tolerant Legumes Are Poor Lime Substitutes for Soil Health
University of Illinois expert O H Sears argues that acid tolerant legumes cannot replace lime for productive soils. Acid soils limit top growth and root development, reducing atmospheric nitrogen fixation in crops like soybeans and cowpeas compared with sweet clover and alfalfa, making traditional lime and sweet soil legumes superior for soil building.
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United States
O. H. Sears
College of Agriculture
University of Illinois
Valve grinding a practical guide for engines
I P Blauser explains valve grinding for four cycle gasoline engines. The article covers when to grind, how to remove clean and reseat valves, use of grinding compound and a spring to aid grinding, testing for a perfect seat with radial pencil lines, and five key cautions to avoid over grinding or leaving compound in the chamber.
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I. P. Blauser
Farm Mechanics Department
College of Agriculture
University of Illinois
Scaly Leg Disease Treatment Advised for Hens
Poultry extension specialist John Van dervort of the University of Illinois warns that mites cause scaly leg disease in hens, leading to inflammation, lameness, and reduced exhibition quality. Treatment involves dipping shanks in a mix of raw linseed oil and kerosene, avoiding wetting feathers to prevent irritation.
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John Vandervort
College of Agriculture
University of Illinois
Cooked Cucumbers as Delicate Alternatives to Raw
The USDA urges peeling and slicing cucumbers and boiling 5 to 10 minutes in salted water then serving buttered or in a cream sauce. Baking and combining with celery, carrots, or stock are suggested, and a stuffed cucumber option uses celery onion parsley and fried onion filling baked until browned.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Green Peppers Stuffed With Corn Recipe Instructions
A United States Department of Agriculture recipe describes stuffing green peppers with corn and meat, mixed with onion, bread crumbs, stock, and seasonings. The dish is parboiled, then baked in a casserole, with variations using rice tomatoes or cooked macaroni as substitutes.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Fixing A Leaky Faucet The Simple Washer Method
A farm bulletin explains repairing a drip by replacing worn washers. It details shutting water, unscrewing cap and stem, removing and replacing the washer, and reseating the stem. It also notes installing wheel handle valves and methods to clear clogged pipes, section by section, with possible relaying or replacement.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Farmers
Nuts Add Flavor to Sandwiches and Salads
The article suggests nuts enhance many foods from sandwiches to salads. It recommends chopped nut fillings with dried fruits for school lunches, suggests pairing nuts with olives cream cheese and cottage cheese, and notes home made peanut butter and chestnut kernels as additions. It also advises removing the bitter spot from raw Persian walnut kernels.
Drying Peaches With Home Facilities
Peaches for drying should be ripe but firm and peeled for a superior product. Use lye to remove skins, then rinse, dry in trays with cavity up, and progress from 120 to 160 degrees in a drier until pliable and leathery. Store in ventilated boxes in a warm dark room. apricots and nectarines follow the same method.
Simple Trimmings for Fall Chapeau in Paris Style
Paris fashion notes advise wearing hats in a logical position with fit and line. Reboux and other leading modistes require at least two fittings before final trimming. Velvet hats with pastel tones, slim ribbons, and high crowned directoire shapes are gaining attention among Parisian designers.
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Paris
Reboux
Rue Dé la Paix
Marthe Regnier
Agnes
Rebout
Suzanne Talbot
Beige chiffon coat motif refined for autumn wear
The chiffon coat motif for early autumn is elaborated in beige and gold brown with ashes of roses. Wide sleeves feature lace trim and puff insertions, paired with plain dresses to highlight wraps. Designed for the femme de monde and chaperon, the jeune fille favors black chiffon coats with corded sleeves for contrast with bright dresses.
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Paris
Milady’s Narrow Decorative Belts Highlight Fall Trim
The belts are narrow to two inches with heavy ornamentation. Suede pieces feature bead edges pinked centers and hand painting. Many belts pair with pocket ornaments collars and cuffs in floral clusters. Colors include pencil blue green brown purple and black patent for kids. two tone belts use tan tabs with red body and arrow point ends.
Knitted Straw Hats Spark Paris Fashion Rage
Straws in fashion wind as new knit novelty hats from Paris arrive. The finely plaited strands are knitted into shape and mirror knitted fabrics in texture and contrast. The trend is fresh though its longevity remains uncertain.
Frocks Disappointing Says Paris Fashion Writer
A Paris fashion correspondent in the New York Times laments evening frocks, noting many are ugly and bizarre. He warns of a potential return to the low U shaped back and sleeveless tops with trimming hidden at the bottom. Pale tops with darker bottoms and a shaded rainbow effect are common, with designers already signaling later changes.
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Paris
New York Times
Belt styles feature metal buckles and gilded leather
The passage describes 14 inch belts with metal buckle and ring fastenings, including metal and covered buckles. Nail head and silver spot accents appear on suede models, and a pinked edge belt shows gilt all around. Color overlays trim belts and gilded leather appears as ornamentation.
Small Women’s Dresses Gain Attention and Demand
The article notes that many women cannot fit standard sizes and that manufacturers are creating garments specifically for small women. Designs emphasize broader shoulders, shorter upper sleeves, fuller hips, and shorter skirts with adjusted trimmings to suit this figure.
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University of Ilinois
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