Livestock partitioning to reduce losses in mixed carloads
USDA experts urge building strong partitions in stock cars to separate large animals from small ones. Proper separation reduces injuries and bruising to hogs lambs and sheep, lowers mortality losses, and prevents discounts at sale.
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Bureau of Markets
United States Department, of Agriculture
Rise in Breeding Sows on U.S. Farms Drives 1922 Growth
USDA estimates 12,424,000 breeding sows on farms as of April 1, up 1,237,000 from 1921 and 11.1 percent higher. Explanations point to a large corn crop and ample corn stocks boosting hog production to use grain for pork. Prior years show swings tied to hog prices and war demand.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Forage Crops and Pigs Pay on Land Use
Rape is rich in protein and nearly equals alfalfa as a forage for pigs. Alfalfa supports more pigs per acre but often requires reseeding each year. Purebred livestock on fattening stock could push land value toward a six percent net return.
Purebred Females in Livestock Improvement
The passage argues for the value of purebred females alongside purebred sires as essential in livestock improvement, stating there is no strong argument against using purebred females in breeding programs.
Take Care of Animals Now for Mutual Benefit
Advice stresses gentle care for animals to ensure their health and loyalty later. Emphasizes daily attention, proper shelter, and regular feeding as foundations for a lasting bond and reliable support from pets or livestock.
Garden is Back Number
Commuters on suburban trains discuss broadcasting and radio gear amid daily chatter. The Chicago Journal notes the shift from garden talk to seeking WJZ and Detroit signals, advising on antenna length and setup for radio receivers.
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WJZ
Detroit Broadcasting
Chicago Journal
Senator Sorghum Advocates Personal Economy
A senator, in a retort to critics, defends government compensation limits as a model of restraint and prudent public spending. He emphasizes leading by example in tight fiscal times and urges others to adopt similar frugality.
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Sorghum
New European Wool Treatment Claims Moths Halted
A European preparation for wool protection is described as a powder mixed with water and sulfuric acid for all wool and sterile acid for half wool. The treated wool supposedly resists moth damage, while untreated fabric loses all moth eggs after six months.
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Europe
Wanted Designer for Carpet Factory Projects
Boston Transcript notes an advertisement seeking an experienced designer to create latest designs for car pets. The notice hints at unclear scope but aims to fill a design role at a carpet factory.
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Boston Transcript
Aristocratic Passenger Praises Simple Sleeper Berth
A refined traveler aboard a sleeping car expresses no complaint about a modest lower berth, noting comfort and practicality over grandeur. The vignette highlights everyday luxury and traveler adaptation in early rail travel.
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