No Need to Plant Poor Seed Corn This Season
Farmers urged by United States Department of Agriculture experts to save seed corn now for two or three years ahead, as next year’s crop could fail from frosts or softness. Also, seed potatoes should be stocked by southern growers for spring planting due to below normal northern yields. August farm loan activity at the Federal Land Bank remains strong with 63 applications and $52,000 loaned.
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United States
United States Department of Agriulture
United States Department of Agriculture
Extension in this state reports health campaign efforts
More money was loaned in August than any month since the Bank was organized. West Virginia increased her requests and loans more than 100% during the month. Fighting Disease reports show over a hundred Farm Women's Clubs engaged in combating disease and flu threats in a general health campaign by university specialists with the State Department of Health. Women in communities cleaned schoolhouses installed paper towels and drinking cups to protect school children.
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West Virginia
State Department of Health
Warning on land price boom warns farmers in corn belt
The U S Department of Agriculture warns farmers that rapid rises in farm land prices, especially in Iowa and other Corn Belt states, risk serious losses when normal conditions return. It cautions buyers and sellers to ensure solid earnings, require cash down payments, and avoid narrow margins while speculators profit.
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United States
Iowa
United States Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Farm Management
Department
American Legion Enrolls 600000 Men as Drive Extends
Over 600000 ex service men have joined the American Legion. The National Executive Committee aims to enroll a million and extends the campaign a week. A Minneapolis convention is planned in November with full state representation. Local structure includes posts and counties issuing delegates by member counts.
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American Legion
National Executive Committee
Legion
Minneapolis
Worley Bridge Falls On Faulty Construction Woes
The Worley county bridge, built just last winter, is reported in dangerous condition due to faulty construction. Officials warn the structure is on the verge of collapse and may require urgent action or replacement.
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Worley
County considers razing wooden bridge to save lumber
The wooden bridge, built at county cost between 700 and 80 dollars, sits on an abandoned highway. Its location has puzzled officials as it would have served little public use if well built, prompting a suggestion to raze it immediately to save lumber.
Thornhill Wagons Built From Highland Oak and Hickory
Made of tough Highland oak and hickory, the Thornhill wagon plant stores select wood for three to five years to dry sap and gain strength. Each worker performs a single task, with inspectors ensuring flawless parts. The Thornhill wagon features extensive ironwork and improvements claimed to surpass rival makers.
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America
Thornhill
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C. R. Titlow
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Ryzon
Ryron
R. B. Yaple
Beckley
West VA
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Onnosite Court House
Department of Agriculture
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