The Sandy Soils of Florida A Necessity
A Florida agricultural discussion emphasizes sandy soils as vital to health and prosperity. State Agent C. K. McQuarrie asserts proper soil treatment and crop rotation can render even sandy land productive, noting Florida’s climate and glacial history. Lake County is highlighted for its soil potential and need for practical guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. K. McQuarrie
Florida
McQuarrie
Iowa
Illinois
Lake County
Fragmentary health tip fragment from a city notice
The readable fragment notes the city supplying daily tables for families with greens and succulents and states the healthiest people are those who eat vegetables and fruits.
Seawall Contract and October Garden Advice Report
The article details an 1920 seawall payment estimate and contract terms between Sarasota and contractor George Skene, noting totals and deductions. It also reports October drought effects on gardens, fertilizer tips, and recommended winter crops with cultivation guidance from Florida extension official C. K. McQuarrie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City of
Sarasota
George Skene
Burch
Matheny
Florida
Main Street
Pineapple Avenue
Palm Avenue
Commissioner of Public Works
Leon W. Pickett
Commissioner of Public Work
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Ella Jackson
NEW York Life
A. L. Joiner
First National Bank
Sarasota, Fla
R. H. Edwards
State First Nat’l Bank Bldg
J. D. Hazen
Board OF Public Works
Seawall Fund
Alex Browning
McFarland
Walker
Florida Agricultural Extension Division
Joseph Halton
Sarasota, Florida
W.Y . Perry
Bank of Sarasota Building
Etha Jones
Jupliner Hotel
Bradentown, Florida
Life and Bond
Russell C. Thompson
C. O. Teate
Allant
C.J. Knighton
Laura M. Arnold
Graduate Centralizing
School of Music
Chicago
Curran Street
F.H. Helveston
First National Bank of
Sarasova Florida
Henkine Haner
Kidders
Wes
Edison
Archibald Hardware
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