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Newspaper
Polk Progress
Location
Polk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1950
Page
7
Federal entomologists test systemic poisons that make plants toxic to sap-sucking insects. Short term effectiveness is being evaluated and whether these chemicals break down into harmless compounds within days or weeks. If safe, new insect control methods could aid American agriculture.
The article analyzes whether a corn belt farmer should maintain a beef herd. It computes calves produced from a 30 cow herd with 90 percent conception, values calves at 135 dollars each, and estimates gross incomes around 3600 dollars for 27 calves, then 4100 dollars with four replacement heifers. It compares herd costs for 35 animals and notes long term dairy-like averages halve that 4100 dollar figure.
Poultry experts warn that hot weather eggs have weak whites and flat yolks and deter buyers. They urge farmers to gather eggs at least three times daily in heat and handlers to keep them cool and free of odors at all times.
A sewing pattern description highlights a charming all day style with slanted side closures and hipline accents. Pattern No. 1947 lists sizes 12, 14, 40 and 42 with 4 1/2 yards of material and notes spring and summer fashion includes fabric news decorating tips and a free pattern inside the book.
Lengthening a short blanket by sewing a 15 inch flannel piece to the bottom makes it usable. Ginger toast recipe blends chopped preserved ginger with lemon juice and water to marmalade like spread for toast. Sound sleepers can boost alarm by placing clock on a dinner plate to raise bell volume.
A simple party drink trick promises thrills for children. Mix half a cup of ginger ale with half a cup of milk in a tall glass, then top with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream for a creamy fizzy treat.
A simple raisin donut topping blends plump raisins simmered in water with maple syrup and lemon juice. Spoon hot raisin sauce over donuts in individual dishes for a warm finish.
To revive a soiled powder puff wash in warm soap suds scrub stains with a fingernail brush. Do not lay flat to dry pin it to the sunny side of a window curtain so air reaches it.
Two merchants boast of their top salesman. One claims a customer bought a suit and overcoat with shoe laces. The other recalls a woman seeking burial clothes, receiving a suit plus extra trousers.
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