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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1911
Page
2
A farm primer argues that dust mulch keeps soil moisture during droughts, recommending a three to four inch surface blanket to conserve water for corn, tobacco, potatoes and other crops. It cautions farmers to match field size to cultivation, avoid overplanting, and rely on moisture retention to prevent failures.
The Cornell station recommends a temporary pasture mix for good land and for land that is wet or sour. For temporary pasture use 08 pounds ind Thwothy 10 pounds Fed clover 5 pounds aisile clover 4 pounds. For pasture on good land the mix includes Timothy red top Canadian red clover 6 ceed intals the clover 3 pounds white clover 1 pound.
Instructions suggest sowing or transplanting celery from July or August with a developed root system to ensure a crop, focusing on growth in September and October for a successful fall harvest.
Historical notes analyze wheat yields under semiperiodic fallow in dry years. Data cover rainfall, crop per acre, and comparisons across decades, including 1890s to 1900s, with emphasis on how precipitation and cultivation impact returns and labor.
Farmers aim to reduce evaporation after harvest by leaving ground loose and promptly harrowing freshly turned furrows. Proper harrowing and moisture management before replanting can double wheat yields, even in hot weather, by preserving soil moisture and improving soil structure.
An excerpt discusses feeding strategies for cows, noting care with diet and avoiding waste. It emphasizes practical, economical feeding approaches while maintaining animal health and productivity.
In 1910 the United States shipped GU2AO barrels containing 73 211 boxes of apples to Hamburg Germany. American apples were highly prized in Germany and bought by all classes of people.
The article argues that wide gaps in milk production costs among farmers reveal the core issue for producers: mastering economic production. It emphasizes analyzing efficiency, costs, and practices to improve profitability.
The article argues breeders err by prioritizing speed over soundness in trotting and thoroughbred stock. It urges careful study of families, temperaments, and conformation to produce healthier, larger, sounder horses, noting the American horse industry shows both exceptional harness racers and fast thoroughbreds when breeding quality is emphasized.
Planning a poultry house in summer is advised to avoid cold weather. A two room design with a partition helps regulate warmth. with proper layout, flocks endure cold better as hens tolerate lower temperatures and drafts are minimized.
Farmers warn that crowding sheep on pasture leads to overgrazing and damage to grass roots. Overly dense flocks strip vegetation, risking soil health and future forage production.
Asparagus may be started for early use with third year plants. Seed can be planted mid-summer and germination requires about weeks. Young plants fit rows like other vegetables and supply a strong decorative effect. The plants are hardy and respond to good care, thriving in one place for ten years. Green oats and sweet corn fodder provide excellent green food for ducks.
The article describes white hats dominating summer fashion with pearl, pink, blue and green accents. It highlights two striking white hats: a white hair braid stall hat with gray band and white beaded pattern, and a white hemp tied hat with princess lace and blue ribbon. Small brown roses and moss add color.
The piece describes easy to make crustless sandwiches cut from loafs with four knife strokes and buttered halves. It then notes the pineapple preparation and slicing technique. It highlights brown straw hats as a popular fashion, with black and dark brown bands and varied crown styles for tall women.
The article notes changeable chiffon taffeta garments are scarce now due to high prices from $2.50 to $3.50 per yard but predicts a future surge as domestic makers add affordable lines. It recommends investing in one for the current summer.
A description notes striped coat nets and fine muslin chiffons used for collars and cuffs on short jackets. Eyelet embroidered batinte replaces Irish Ince, now discounted. The striped coats come in any color, with a long collar edged by lace or colored muslin to complement the trim.
A detailed fashion note describes a white cachomire de sole frock with peachblow cutra stripes. The bodice features flehu drapery in Malines inca and a pale pink chiffon rose at the velvet girdle. The skirt is lightly gathered with three narrow ruches of white taffeta from Vogue.
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