Acid soil in eastern Nebraska studied by college unit
Tests by the College of Agriculture show considerable acid soil in the eastern third of Nebraska with acidity reaching Dawson county and possibly farther west. Previously little concern was given to soil acidity in Nebraska, but the issue now seems to demand more attention. One instance was found in Richardson.
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Nebraska
College of Agriculture
Dawson County
Paist
Richardson
Acid soils hamper alfalfa in Nebraska fields
In a Nebraska survey several alfalfa plantings failed or grew poorly due to soil acidity. Some fields showed acidic conditions despite fertilization, with tests indicating the need for liming. A southeastern county found all ten samples acidic, and the Colleg e of Agriculture will test soil samples free of charge. send a pint from mixed field portions from at least five spots.
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Nebraska
May Not Pay to Pasture Too Early
The State College of Agriculture advises delaying pasture grazing until sod is firm and growth starts. Begin gradual exposure by a few hours in the day after good hay, returning cattle to the yard for several days to prevent feverish illness and off flavor milk.
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State
Coleg of Agriculture
Dipping sheep and lambs to rid ticks
Logs show that sheep and lambs should be dipped soon after shearing to remove ticks. Use a standard creosote dip, ensure every part of the animal is wet, and re-dip if ticks reappear in two weeks. Some use simple tanks or barrels for small flocks and rinse ewes separately.
Wool Crop Will Be Sole Co Operatively
Plans to cooperatively dispose of Nebraska wool by storing in a Chicago warehouse and selling to market. County farm bureaus and the Nebraska Sheep Breeders and Wool Growers association will assemble by counties and ship in carload lots. Previous Iowa savings and Nebraska county sales show significant cost cuts. USDA issues weekly market reports for producers dealers and consumers. Those desiring mailing list should notify the Bureau of Markets at USDA.
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Nebraska
Chicago
Nebraska Sheep Breeders’ and Wool Growers’ Association
Iowa
United States Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Markets
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Economical Use of Meat in the Home bulletin
United States Department of Agriculture Farmers Bulletin 391 outlines methods for utilizing cheaper meat cuts in palatable dishes. The bulletin includes many recipes and can be obtained free from the College of Agriculture in Lincoln.
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United States Department of Agriculture Farmers
College of Agriculture
Lincoln
South Divide Notes On Snow Closures And Local Moves
Dist No 99 had no school during the recent heavy snow storm. Mrs Hanks returned to Tilden after a visit with Mrs C A Foster and family. Mrs Walker of Kearney visited with her daughter-in-law Mrs Roy Walker. Miles Shaw of York visited E V Hiett and Mr Guy Shaw. Miss Coons left for Washington after boarding with Mrs Warrick. Roy Walker left to join her husband at Medicine Row Wro where they have a homestead. Foster purchased the NEW of Section 18-18-50 south of his home. D KR Campbell is installing water works south of town. Bernice Foster visited home folks over Sunday. Dorothy Preston called on Mrs Sharp. The Wood brothers are erecting a new supply tank and adding water. Ruth Brothers spent Sunday with home folks. Several farmers began work in a field. K Hiett made a business trip to diaiision Cole last week. The H H Club was postponed.
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Dist
Hanks
Tilden
C. A. Foster
Walker of
Kearney
Roy Walker
E. V. Hiett
Guy Shaw
Miles Shaw
York
Mrs. Warrick
Washington
Medicine Row
Wro
Walker
Do. A Foster
D. KR. Campbell
Bernice Foster
Dorothy Preston
Ruth Brothers
Oe Field
K. Hiett
Diaiision
Cole
H. H. Club
Bad Roads Prompt Extended Stay In Town
C A Foster rented his recently purchased house to Leonard Rupert and wife. The Rupert family and their children remained in town for several days while road conditions were poor.
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C. A. Foster
Leonard Rupert
The Baby Giraffe Holds Six Foot Birth Girth
A newborn giraffe measures six feet from hoof to head at birth. The remarkable display of height highlights the species' characteristic long neck and leg growth as it settles into its enclosure. Potential caretakers note the calf's healthy vigor and steady feeding.
Cheyenne County Nebraska Estate Notice
Legal advertisement in Cheyenne County Court regarding the estate of Lee Webster Kincaid deceased. Notices are directed to Leah G. Kincaid Edith Alice Kincaid and Louise W. Kincaid and all persons interested in the estate.
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Cheyenne County
Nebraska
State of
Leah G. Kincaid
Edith Alice Kincaid
Louise W. Kincaid
Lee Webster Kincaid
Petition for Leah G final settlement and distribution
Court orders Leah G to appear May 12 1920 at 10 am in County Court to show cause why final decree and heirship distribution should not be granted. Notice published in the Telegraph weekly for three weeks. Dated April 28 1920.
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Leah G
Telegraph
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McDonald's
Shyde
Sidney
NEBR
Ever Tight Piston Ring Co
St Lewis
C. M. Hadley
H. T. Doran
Cheyenne County Abstract Company
Conveyancing Insurance
K. W
Sidney Battery Service
Goodyear
Ford
Chevrolet
Dort
Maxwell
Godsid
M. W. Osborn Motor Co
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