Doughboy of Idaho chosen for state war memorial
Idaho selects Avard Fairbanks to sculpt the Doughboy of Idaho as the main feature of county war memorials. The lifelike infantryman portrait is to symbolize Idaho's World War contributions and will be installed across all counties.
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War Memorial Commission
America
Idaho
Avard Fairbanks
Portland
Ore
Salt Lake City
Utah
Bowie
Amer
Ican
Idaho Commission
Fairbanks
Legion Man Union Officer Bebergall Active In California
Fred F. Bebergall of San Francisco serves a second term as department adjutant of the American Legion in California and remains active in labor union circles. His life traces a typical rise from working youth to union leadership, with a wartime service in Base Hospital Company No 87 in France and discharge as Sergeant First Class in 1919.
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Fred F. Bebergall
San Francisco
American Legion
California
Legion
Bebergall
Behergall
American Legion honors Russell C. Gross in Overbrook post rename
Philadelphia hero Russell C. Gross, killed in France after bravery, will be honored by the Overbrook post which plans to rename its community house and itself the Russell C. Gross post. Other items note deserter lists, welfare bills, and legion activities in several states.
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Russel C. Gross
Philadelphia
Slacker Bergdoll
France
Overbrook
Penn
American Legion
Russell C. Gross
American Legion of
Hardin, Mont
War on Insect Enemies Warned by USDA Experts
United States Department of Agriculture specialists urge early action against garden pests including aphids and potato beetles. They recommend nicotine sulphate sprays with soap, applied thoroughly to all affected foliage, to prevent crop loss.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Colorado
United States Department of Alticulture Farmers
Paris Green
Possibilities of Good Cows and Farm Sanitation Tips
Records show the possibilities of good cows. Farmers should test their herds and weed out the boarder cows by using the Babcock tester or joining a cow testing association. The best way to improve the herd is using a purebred sire, either by owning one or joining a cooperative bull association. Keep turkeys dry and out of wet grass. Watch for lice. the same applies to chickens.
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Babcock
Co-Operative Bull Association
Hen Holds Out for Materials Before Laying Eggs
A hen refuses to lay eggs until suppliers provide required materials. The stubborn bird delays production while caretakers seek to meet the demand.
Metal Grain Bin Fireproof Claim Stands
A metal grain bin is described as rat friendly and fire proof, with claims comparing its resilience to a thief and a rabbit. The unusual assertion frames the bin as highly resistant to tampering and ignition.
Purple vetch seed program expands in California orchards
The United States Department of Agriculture reports 2400 acres of purple vetch grown this year in northwestern California for seed to supply southern California orchards. The crop, valued for winter growth and early soil enrichment, aims to bridge regional seed production gaps with price supports of 14 1/2 cents a pound and potential $150 to $200 per acre plus straw.
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United States Department of Agriculture
California
Italy
California Fruit Growers’ Association
Oregon
Purebred Bulls Caution at Sales
Buyers are urged to inspect individual animals rather than rely on records or pedigree alone. Examine dam and sire when possible, and beware poor specimens that fail to perform in the barn or at sales.
Silo Highlighted as Labor Saving Farm Equipment
The silo is described as labor saving and space efficient. It stores feed more compactly than a mow and claims to hold many times more feed, aiding farm operations.
Garden Tips For Intercropping Between Root Crops
The note suggests keeping gardens busy by allowing lettuce and radishes to be grown between root crop rows. It emphasizes interplanting to maximize space and productivity in a small garden.
Advantage of Silage
Silage is a succulent grasslike seed that is easily digested and appears to stimulate digestion.
The Yakutat Bears Speak at the Zoo Exhibit
In a playful exchange the Yakutat Bear family explains their origin from Alaska and their life in the zoo. They discuss differences with Kodiak bears, pride in being exhibited, and the joy of salmon alongside ice cream. The bears echo gratitude for public fascination.
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Alaska
Yakutat Bear
Mr Yakutat Bear
Kadiak Islands
Miss. Yahutat Bear
Mr. Yakutat Dear
Also Mentioned on This Page
Legion Man Union Officer
American Legion News Service
Army
Lst
William G. Rockefeller
John D
Greenwich
Conn
Mr. Rockefeller
Florida
Jacksonville
Joe Berchan
University of Georgia
Jacksonville Soldiers
South
Oplorata
Washington
F. W. Galbraith Jr
The
Hopewood Post
Pittsburgh
Anthony
Kansas
Blue and Gray Association of Oklahoma
Bridgeport
Oklahoma
William D. Stephens
American Legion Department of California
Ralph Altman
Melrose
Minn
Rayne
Region Post
St. Charles, Mo
Rose Hill Burial Park
New Orleans
Minnesota American Legion Auxiliary
Yakutat Bears
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