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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1912
Page
3
A Prairie Farmer item describes building a small greenhouse from ordinary window sashes joined on three sides and a hinged roof. The bottom shelf holds a 6 inch deep galvanized pan with leaf mold and fertilized soil for seeds and pots. Assemble with screws for summer removal and provide ventilation to balance indoor air.
Emphasizes scientific soil enrichment and the need for thorough fertilization. Argues for broadcasting fertilizer and integrating it into soil during seedbed preparation. Notes difficulty finding a versatile fertilizer spreader that handles pasty sticky lumpy and powder varieties.
A simple device using two springs welded to an iron rod forms a catch to grip the lower edge of a vertical pipe. By pushing the tool through the pipe and letting the catches engage, power on the attached rope lifts the pipe from the ground.
A diversified farm, run with careful business sense, can earn from 31000 to 2000 annually, while keeping the place orderly and offering a pleasant country life. The farmer also gains land appreciation and the satisfaction of sound investment.
A New England Homestead method shows wintering bees outdoors using a packing case as a base and open hive entrances protected by a porch. Hives sit on stands year round with hay packed between hive and case, multiple inches of clearance, weatherproof covers weighted with stones, and a hinged packing case for compact storage.
A call to Congress to retire and pension life savers echoes praise for the coast patrol. The piece notes the service’s size, dangers, and strong recruitment appeal, citing 1,500 rescues last year and a $2 million annual cost. It credits Governor William A. Newell as founder and details stations, equipment, and rescue methods.
Professor Gilmore of the New York experiment station says hauling manure directly from the stable to fields minimizes losses. He notes unrotten manure stored for long periods loses 25 to 45 percent in fertilizing value, while weather exposure can cause 35 to 60 percent losses. Even when degraded, manure remains humus when applied to soil.
The text extols practical farming tips on soil fertility seed corn choice and diversified gardening. It emphasizes humus conservation, long seed rows, cover crops, and manure movement by fermentation or washing, plus using wheel hoes to reduce labor and planning to minimize bought feed.
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