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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1911
Page
3
An article promotes surface soil mulching as a practical method to conserve moisture during drought. It argues a three to four inch dust blanket reduces evaporation, with shallow surface stirring crucial to preserve moisture, and advises planting only as much land as can be managed in dry conditions.
Alfalfa with corn makes an excellent hog pasture and summer ration. Light corn feeding is advised for hogs pastured on alfalfa. For winter feeding alfalfa promotes rapid gains. A ration of three fourths corn and one fourth alfalfa suits market hogs, while very young hogs require the reverse mix.
An Australian authority describes pullet development noting rose colored veining on surface near the kin under the wings. It mentions long silky hair growth there, with bone markers and velvet fading after a year. The skin then grows white and veiny, allowing a quick visual difference.
A farmer argues moisture conservation is vital and contrasts harrowing versus leaving ground rough. He recounts trials from Campbell Farmer, noting harrowed ground after May plowing can improve moisture retention, while snow influence and late-season rains affect yields. He urges careful, seasonally adjusted plowing and harrowing to help wheat and oats weather early frosts and spring melt.
A farmer favors a windmill over a gasoline engine for pumping water, noting low erection costs and long use with a 240 foot deep well serving 69 head of cattle and horses. He keeps a supply tank for windy days but concedes gaps when wind fails, while praising gasoline engines for grinding feed and portable, continuous power.
Practical advice for farmers on turning grain and hay into finished products, avoiding selling crops off the land, using clover and manure to improve soil, and methods to manage weeds, watering, and crop care. Includes notes on seed quality, cultivation, and the benefits of rotted horse manure for vegetables and soil fertility.
A report outlines cotton anthracnose or boll rot spreading in the state, noting pink boll and poll rot in sections. It details symptoms on leaves and bolls, unfavorable wet weather aiding spread, and methods to identify infected bolls. It cites seed treatment and selection practices to reduce losses, including discarding diseased bolls and selecting seeds from disease-free plants.
Julia Bottomley notes a shift in hat design as automobiles influence headwear. New removable veils and compact auto bonnets suit long rides, offering protection from dust and wind while keeping style. Three type examples show velvet bonnets, milk braid trims, and a velvet turban adapted for motoring.
W. W. Evans outlines corn farming on the A and M College farm at Stillwater. Early planting from March 1 to March 18 yields better stands and resilience to hot winds. Emphasizes hardy seed, strong germination, deep plowing, and surface cultivation to maintain green growth through drought. Weather patterns with dry seasons and hot winds threaten tassel pollen and yield, urging intensive farming methods.
A humorous tale of an Irishman finding living inhabitants inside old cheese. He exclaims in disbelief and jokes about whether cheese in this country has children, highlighting rustic humor and a playful misunderstanding.
The text argues cleanliness saves time by preventing illness and maintaining health. It suggests that clean habits, including skin care and dental care, reduce wasted effort and pain. The piece reflects on how personal hygiene and order influence efficiency across life.
An ally large distribution of princess Silpa fabrics spreads through spring and summer wardrobes. Dry Goods Economist notes sheer materials for jumper dresses and recommends high grade Turqisette and mercerised batinte. Embroidery laces ribbons enhance their look for the new style dresses.
The article describes oversized ribbon bows for hats in a range of colors and fabrics. It highlights wide tafteta ribbons for big bows, front and back placements, and two tone silks with Jacquard weaves. It notes fashionable trims like beaded gold skin effects and crow weave patterns.
A detailed description of a fashion revers and frill trim for a garment. It notes a two inch Valencienties edge around the edge, an embroidered bauste hint of patent pink in the flowers, and a waist frill reaching below the bust. Paris lace and senilog shape the distinctive quaint design.
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