Rural schools embrace agriculture in curriculum shift
The article argues old rural schools failed to connect learners with country life and economics. It notes a 15 year trend toward teaching agriculture and rural subjects, predicting greater time for soil culture and farm relevance. It cites a farmer wiring his barn, and urges gardens and poultry to cut food costs. A Washington weather mention closes the piece.
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Iowa
Rust-Resistant Asparagus Gains Ground in South Carolina
The asparagus industry in South Carolina grows with rust-resistant strains from the USDA. In Aiken, Barnwell, Edgefield, and Saluda counties losses of 15 to 25 percent have spurred county agents to urge growers to plant the rust-resistant crowns. A local grower who used the new crowns reports strong performance and plans to expand plantings.
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Soldiers on the Farm Boost Help for Agriculture
Farmers hire soldiers as farm helpers through U S Employment Service offices. Many come from farms and plan to return there after service. Camps note heavy interest in farming and stock raising books as soldiers adapt to hard work. Soldiers curb wandering urges and should become valuable farm workers. Go get them.
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U. S. Employment Service
Simple Clothing Endorsed By Local Women Club
Women in the neighborhood back a General Federation of Women's Clubs resolution urging simple and practical dress and rejecting extreme fashions. They condemn wasted clothing and Parisian trends while supporting sensible attire during picnic season and promote thrift over frivolous style. The era’s Congress reception notes patriots willing to serve in government roles despite personal sacrifice.
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