Making of Concrete Tanks Beats Lumber for Farm Use
A farmer explains concrete tanks can replace lumber on the farm with proper mix and curing. He shares recipes for foundation walls and tanks using Portland cement and gravel, and stresses clean sand or gravel mix and thorough mixing. He notes the value of a storage tank to ensure water during windmill downtime and describes a simple drawing tap setup for convenient water access.
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C. C. Pervier
American Agriculturist
Icehouse in the Country by Oscar Ext. Ice storage waste factors
The article explains how icehouse design affects meltage. Proper insulation minimizes loss from bottom, sides, and top. A floor on dry sawdust with 18 inches of insulation greatly reduces waste, while bare ground and no drainage cause six feet yearly bottom meltage. The cut shows insulation methods.
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Oscar
Ohio Agricultural College
Winter Radishes Planting Guidance
Winter radishes can be sown in rich moist soil. Choose a deep bed and ensure plentiful moisture. Expect large white Spanish varieties to perform well.
About the hoof and gardener's celery guidance
The article explains a horse hoof grows like a human nail, faster if unshod and well cared for, with hind hooves growing quicker. It notes the toe is longest and new growth is crack-free. It also urges best soil for late celery and emphasizes soil rich in organic matter for thriving plants.
Concrete Base For Posts In Fence Construction
A new fence post idea blends cement and wood to avoid decay and ease repair. A cement base forms a corner socket into which a wooden post fits and is bolted with two bolts. Fragments note molding and bolt holes using smooth sticks. Barnyard manure cottonseed meal and acid phosphates are cited as potato fertilizers.
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New Yorker
Manure as Investment for Cropland and Planting Tips
Fifty tons of rotten manure per acre may be the best investment. Plow ground quickly and work it into fine condition. Plant when moisture is abundant. If plants are tall, shear tops and trim long roots. Use standard self-blanching varieties for quality, though they don’t keep as well.
Tell Farmer by Fences
Emerson once said a farmer’s character shows in his fences. A poorly fenced pasture leads to stock straying and neighbors clashing over property lines. Proper fencing helps preserve order, reduce trouble, and protect fruit yields beyond the Red River.
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Emerson
Boat Rivalry Echoes in Quiet Cove
In a lighthearted exchange, Dolly praises the motor boat over the canoe though a chaperon must be carried. Dick agrees noting the loud chugging drowns out even a potential smack, highlighting a playful banter about boating choices and noise.
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Dolly
Chugchug
Durability and Brand Marks in Early Paints
The article warns that pure white lead mixed with linseed oil ensures paint durability and that buyers should look for the Dutch Boy Painter trademark from National Lead Company to avoid adulterated products. It notes the mark as a strong guarantee for homeowners and mentions Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup as part of an experiential care claim.
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National Lead Company
Tts
Trinity Building
New York
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