Farm Queries on American Foulbrood in Bees
Department heads at Oklahoma A and M College discuss American Foulbrood Bacillus larvae, its life cycle, symptoms in larvae, spread through honey, and practical remedies. It covers diagnosis, preventive measures, and treatment methods including the shaking method, hive replacement, disinfection, and cautions on buying supplies or introducing queens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chinhomm
Ming Nh
Warriowt Times
Hee Keepink
T, Ek, McElroy
Dept. of Entomology
Insecticide Paris Green Advice for Potatoes
A brief notes on Paris Green as a boat remedy to cane to pests on potatoes. Cautions include foliage scorching if poorly made due to arsenious acid release, worsened by rain, and a remedy by adding lime to the mixture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
E. P. White
Haskell Labora
Paria
Peris
Chas
H. Francia
Chemilat
Advantages of Consolidation for Country Schools
J H Bowers argues rural schools should consolidate to improve education. Consolidation promises better facilities, equipment, and specialist teachers, with savings on buildings and administration. It would enhance pupil motivation, provide broader programs, and deliver long term benefits for rural life and prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brig Tarth
Leas
Peter
Matey Io
Pullel
Ronpoll
Wefoo
Man Ua
Pesala
Schoos
Che Consolidated School
J. H. Bowers
Department of Pedagogy and History
Winter Garden Soil Preparation Tips from D C Mooring
Winter preparation of garden soil is urged for earlier spring planting. Plow, manure, and sow cover crops like rye or wheat. in wet areas build beds and winter over. Winter plowing reduces pests such as nematodes, improves water retention and soil quality, aiding early cultivation.
Dry farming profits from keeping cattle and alfalfa
In a detailed argument by W. F. Gartner the dry farming method is praised for keeping livestock on dry lands. He argues cattle and alfalfa improve soil fertility, generate manure, and yield quicker cash than orchards or horticulture, with dairy and stock operations offering strong returns despite high land costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moma
Crork
W. F. Gartner
Wien Drauthrome
West
Heenan
Bird First Aid Instructions for Crop Emptying
A damaged segment describes a method to treat a bird by using warm water to soften contents, guiding a nozzle into the throat, and applying gentle pressure to the crop to release its contents. The guidance emphasizes holding the bird’s head down while emptying the crop.
Advice on Building and Maintaining a Homestead in Arid Climates
The text outlines practical homestead guidance for new settlers in arid regions. It covers planning stock and poultry, shelter and fencing, timely land expansion, moderate cultivation, and early planting near buildings to ensure a livable home and sustainable farming with minimal debt. It emphasizes prudent land use and long term family welfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rende
Pat
Ing
Tata
Water for Plants Shows Water Economy in Corn Varieties
A Nebraska station reports two dry years reveal water economy differences in corn. High leaf area strains yielded 43.6 bushels per acre while low leaf area strains produced 62.1 bushels, under the station's new method for studying plant water needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska Station
White Holland Hardieat breed claim noted
The report states that White Holland Hardieat and Tefe claim the White Holy land Turkey is the hardiest variety, quietest in disposition, among the heaviest layers, with superior flower quality, early maturity, and first season maturation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tefe
Holy Land
Turkey
Seed Selection and Farm Practices from the Corn Field
Seed selection is the oldest method to improve crops and farmers should test seed germination at home with guidance from the state experiment station. Proper timing, field planning, manure management, seed preparation, and frame preparation for hotbeds are urged to optimize yields and labor distribution across seasons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ind
State Experiment Station
Pretty Lace Bonnets for Spring Child Wear
Julia Bottomley notes a surge in lace bonnets for children, built on wire frames faced with lace and satin mull. Mothers favor economy and beauty, with white and pale colors dominating, trimmed with ribbons and small flowers such as forget me nots and daisies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aftic
Val
Cluny
Bottomley
Frock Featured For Spring Wear Bride’s Honeymoon Plan
A charming freshly made frock for a bride preparing her honeymoon at Alken is detailed. The design features white mohair wool blend fabric, scalloped piping in red green and white, and scalloped skirt edges with white ruched accents and white bow accents at the bodice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alken
Fatrie
Smart Evening Gowns with Lace and Brocade
Fashion notes describe evening gowns featuring lace and brocade threaded with gold and silver. Fabrics include wool or silk with floral embroidery. Designs emphasize softening old lace on the shoulders and a refined, vintage look.
UTILIZING THE SOILED SHOE CARE TIPS
A vintage note offers cheap repair ideas for worn ladies shoes. It recommends refreshing oil stained white kid using gold paint for a convincing look and describes a dye method to turn white kid shoes black with gallic acid and iron sulfate.
Baby Wrapper Garments Described For Winter Use
The text outlines a winter baby wrapper designed to ease transfers from bed to carriage. It favors a pretty pink or blue fabric with thin wadding, possible embroidery or scalloped edges, and a wrap size large enough to slip on without upsetting the child. If made as a cape, it should still envelop the little form for warmth.
Dainty Lace Cape Fashioned From Old Lace
A fragmented hoard of text notes lace capes becoming fashionable for women. It mentions using old lace to create dainty capes and the effect they have when worn, describing vanity and youth versus age. The wording is garbled but suggests lace reuse in cape manufacturing and a refined, delicate look.
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Yous Airix
Rantiuda
Jeal
Blouses With Silk Suits Featured In Simple Trimmed Styles
Silk suits and hand tucked tulle blouses appear in simple designs trimmed with tulle or similar fabrics. The pieces emphasize clean lines and minimal ornamentation, highlighting fabric quality and careful finishing.
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A. M. College
Stillwater
Oklo
D.C
Department of Marthiculture and Botany
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