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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1918
Page
7
Nebraska agronomy officials advise adjusting planting rates to compensate for low germination. If only three of four kernels sprout, plant one third more seed to maintain expected stand. Thoroughly mix seed and determine exact germination by test for reliability over imported seeds.
United States Department of Agriculture leads a campaign against barberry bushes in Nebraska to curb wheat rust. Barberry leaves host rust spores that travel through straw and stubble across seasons, spreading infection to grains. Nebraska Experiment Station at Lincoln will provide full information on the program.
Nebraska potato growers face likely reduced acreage due to low spring prices, risking higher future prices. Efforts by growers and potential starch factory ventures in Alliance and Hemingford aim to sustain production. War conditions may boost demand and keep markets relatively steady with good prices through spring.
An article outlines a method for preserving infertile eggs by placing them in a solution designed to maintain shell integrity and moisture. Steps include preparing the solution, immersing eggs, and monitoring duration to prevent spoilage and maintain quality.
A simple home method uses one part water glass to nine parts boiled water to keep eggs until next winter. Store in a cool jar with a glass lid to prevent evaporation and add eggs daily as needed. Another method uses lime water from a gallon of water mixed with a pound of hydrated lime, allow two hours settling, remove the milky liquid, then place fresh infertile eggs in the sediment and keep cool for home use into next spring.
The university extension service urges gardeners to save seeds amid a looming shortage. Tomato plants should not be set out before May 10 to avoid frost loss, while cabbage and cauliflower may be planted in April. The note warns about sensitive seeds like Benus and emphasizes soil condition and careful planting practices. SIDNEY LUMBER CO.
Mr and Mrs Pete Beyers and children visited the Wain Juaedes home Sunday. Mr and Mrs Win Fred K Rehmer called at Wim Witzels Sunday. Win Juedes made a business trip to Gurley Monday. Wing Witzel and wife went to Sidney Thursday. Albert Rehmer called at the Gus Juedes home Wednesday. Tours transacted business in Sidney Thursday. End of week sees Bnd Schmuelle and sons hauling wheat to Huntsman. Hears Braasch and sons called at the Schmuelle home one day last week. John Neary and son Will made a trip to Sidney on Wednesday.
Vaclav Wi. Kucern, son of Von Kucern, born October 2, 1586 in Cheyenne County, now in training camp. The note lauds the nation’s diverse heritage and calls for all who share foreign roots or who adopted the country to defend its ideals.
An old ad endorses Adler-ika as a simple remedy from Sidney sources claiming glycerine and buckthorn bark flush the bowel in one spoonful to relieve sour stomach gas or constipation and prevent appendicitis. The claim highlights instant pleasant action surprising doctors and patients with a clean stomach.
The Dutch attempted coca cultivation in Europe but failed due to unsuitable climate. Several plants were grown in Amsterdam botanical gardens, and the mayor sent specimens to King Louis XIV in Paris. They were cared for in the Jardin des Plantes hothouses and produced multiple crops.
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