Kansas Experiment Stations Aid Western Farmers
LBy W M Jardine director details six Kansas experiment stations and federal state cooperation at Manhattan Hays Garden City and Colby. He explains irrigation tests pumping from 90 to 120 feet and costed outfits and aims to determine water use per ton of alfalfa or bushel of grain. He notes Turkey Red winter wheat dominance and sorghum improvements, silos converting crop residues into feed, and the need for trained scientists to guide long term soil and livestock productivity.
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Lby W
M. Jardine
Kansas
Manhattan
Union
United States Department of Agriculture
Hays
Garden City
Colby
Department of Agriculture
Colby Station
Russia
Manhattan and
Fort Hays
Western farm writers crown new king replacing corn
Two western farm writers dethrone corn as king, with one elevating alfalfa to sovereignty and the other placing livestock in the throne. They claim corn and alfalfa were voters that elected the new ruler.
Manure matters for fall plowing says Kansas expert
Grassland slated for fall plowing should receive summer manuring says B. Wilson of the Kansas State Agricultural College. Properly cared for, a cow's manure is worth about fifty cents weekly. wasted manure is costly as rain erodes its value outside the barn.
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Wilson
Kansas State Agricultural College
Farmers urged to record keeping for soil and home ownership
The passage emphasizes precise written records for breeding and farming, arguing record keeping prevents forgetfulness and supports citizen status. It notes hardworking farmers may neglect thinking, and identifies soil productivity as the fundamental agricultural challenge to maintain and increase.
Surface condition guides rain to soil water uptake
Proper ground surface condition ensures rainfall infiltrates efficiently. When rain arrives, intact soil surface reduces runoff and aids absorption, promoting deeper soil moisture.
Store Manure for Gardens
Advice on keeping garden manure in a sealed box or screened bin to prevent pests. Spade top layers regularly, drain water to a sunken barrel, and rotate the heap to promote rotting. Place boxes far from the house and hide them with vines for discretion.
Burdock Weed in Pastures and Control Tips
Burdock is a biennial weed with a large tap root that hurts sheep and horses as burs cling to wool and manes. It flowers in July and August with seeds in September. repeated cutting and deep root removal aided by salt or kerosene can gradually exterminate it.
Watch the Horse's Teeth for Better Mastication
If a horse shows difficulty eating or losing flesh, inspect the teeth. Elongated or ulcerated teeth hinder chewing and reduce nutrition. broken teeth can cause sores. Check two or three times yearly and file minor issues. rely on a veterinary surgeon for badly affected teeth.
Ground for Hog Houses
Hog houses should be built on high dry ground to protect the pen from flooding and keep the area ventilated.
Germ sphobia narrator reveals Tewkesbury’s condition
A dialogue exposes Tewkesbury’s inability to enjoy anything due to germ sphobia. The exchange questions whether he has a large income, clarifying the misstatement and highlighting his psychological restraint.
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Tewkesbury
Preserving Broken China with Gum Arabic Cement
A recipe outlines mixing gum arabic with plaster of Paris to form a cream like cement. Apply with a brush to broken china edges to join pieces. After three days the repaired item cannot be broken at the same spot and the whiteness enhances value.
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Paris
China
Weather Sparks Talk of Escape and Fashion
In a lighthearted aside, chatter about weather prompts comments on mens riding habits for ladies. The exchange hints at a desire to escape stifling heat and close air, reflecting social banter of the era.
Lodger questions lack of light in house
A humorous exchange shows a lodger asking for electric light while the landlord jokes about a forgotten pocket lantern left behind last year.
Opportunity Knocks But A Human Knocker Answers
A concise phrase suggests a twist on a familiar proverb about chance, implying a person who acts as a human door knocker or figure who greets opportunities. It frames a scene where timing and personal action intersect with chance.
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Deviled Ham
Olives
Libby, McNeill & Libby
Chicago
Zona Co
Wichita
Defiance Starch
Defiance Starch CO
Omaha
Nebraska
Daisy Fly Killer
Canada
J. Keys
Denmark
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Saskatchewan
Alberta
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Iteration
Iowa
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