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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1923
Page
6
The article urges farmers to value gardens alongside livestock and machinery. It notes gardens often neglected in favor of cash crops, but argues garden produce fed families and adds substantial value. USDA data show gardens can yield 75 to 150 dollars per tenth acre, with half an acre potentially worth at least 150 dollars per season.
Rhubarb and asparagus may be planted in spring in the North, with fall planting favored in the South. Both prefer rich sandy loam or any not wet soil with humus. Rhubarb roots with one or two eyes go three inches deep, rows four feet apart and plants two to four feet apart. Varieties Pinnaeus and Victoria are popular. Provide shallow cultivation during growth and remove seed stalks as they appear. Asparagus needs similar care.
Soy beans and other legume crops fix nitrogen in the soil, while a small crop grown in a cornfield would contribute only a small amount of nitrogen.
A laying hen is described as active and vigorous. She rises early roosts late and stays hungry, constantly stretching and seeking more to eat.
An article advises farmers to renew worn harness parts and dress them with softening waterproofing preservative. It details disassembly, cleaning with harness soap, thorough drying, reassembly, and polishing brass mountings. It notes rest days help, and that even beginners can manage with common sense.
The American Legion seeks information on missing veterans from World War I. Ridward Stanley Starr disappeared after leaving New York City on November 6. Other cases include William Davern from St Paul to Cedar Rapids, Harry T. McKee serving in Hawaii, and A L Houle last heard from in 1921. Details cover names, ages, physical descriptions, units, and last known addresses as relatives request aid in locating them.
An art show at the Heidelberg asylum features canvases sculptures and mosaics created by inmates. Many works are first attempts with several artists learning craft within the facility. The exhibit is noted for sane subjects and solid execution, a contrast to dadaist trends.
Two Atlanta girls drove a Maxwell touring car more than 12 000 miles last summer from Atlanta to the Pacific and back via the western route. They were unchaperoned except for a Winchester rifle carried for protection.
A political remark frames a lone stance as others pivot to join. The comment highlights perceived support shifts and public reaction to an assertive position.
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