Synthetic compost offers substitute for stable manure in mushroom farming
Dr. Edmund B. Lambert of the U S Department of Agriculture reports progress on a synthetic compost as a substitute for stable manure used in mushroom cultivation. Based on a British patent method, the formula uses wheat straw with varied nitrogen sources and minerals, showing fair yields and normal mushrooms while industry grows due to pedigreed spawn and controlled house environments.
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United States Areas of Agriculture
WNU
United States Department of Agriculture
Edmund B. Lambert
Lambert
Favor Natural Calf Rearing Methods Emphasized by Dairy Farmers
A dairy trend favors keeping calves with mothers at birth to ease learning to drink. Some farmers report benefits from longer dam contact, noting stronger initial calves. A recent Ohio farm with 23 years of success rear calves without immediate separation unless illness appears.
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Itsg
Ohio
Goosefoot Weed Weakens Sugar Beet Disease
The U S Department of Agriculture notes the nettle leaved goosefoot may lessen the virulence of curly top disease in sugar beets by filtering it through the weed. However the wild chickweed may restore virulence if the disease passes from goosefoot to chickweed, but neither weed is a practical factor in the sugar beet belt.
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United States
Department of Agriculture
Office of Sugar Plants
Gff
Lackey
Minor Blemishes on Onions Hurt Value
Onions often gain blemishes and discolorations from chemicals sunlight or fungi with limited impact on quality. Damaging effects include scorched spots bag print ammonia discoloration sun scald greening and soil stain. mostly cosmetic but may affect market value. Copies of Circular 136-C are available from the U S Department of Agriculture.
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United States Department of Agriculture
WNU
Bermudez
California
New Orchard Problem Climbing Peach Borer Emerges
Orchardists face tougher peach borer control as lesser peach tree borers invade lower branches out of reach of ground sprays. Entomologists advise painting paradichlorobenzene in oil or solvents onto the bark around burrows to kill a large percentage of borers and trap other pests in their dena.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Control Is Important in an Apple Plantation
The pathologist emphasizes that proper control in an apple plantation matters to develop a mature, high grade crop. It stresses the role of equipment and management in successful orchard production.
Garden Notes on Planting and Care for a Bountiful Season
Instructions on sowing Kentucky Wonder beans and sunflowers, with cautions about cucumber leaves and early asparagus, urging patience as plants establish. Advice on digging, spading, irrigation, and avoiding damage to roots for strong growth.
Wisconsin Woman Lost 11 Lbs in Six Weeks Kruschen Ad
A Wisconsin woman reports losing 11 pounds in six weeks using Kruschen Salts. The ad claims the product boosts vim, pep, and overall health, with benefits from weight loss to rejuvenation and improved body activity. It urges daily intake with hot water each morning and light exercise.
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America
Pratiner
Jury Call Questioning Prejudice in Stock Sale Suit
In a courtroom, the jury considers whether bias affected the case as the plaintiff asserts the defendant sold him all stock. The judge frames the issue with a direct question about prejudice and adherence to legal standards.
Brazil’s Experiment in Solving Race Problem
Irvin S. Cobb discusses Brazil’s approach to race mixing, framing miscegenation as social necessity and highlighting mixed heritage as shaping leaders and culture. He notes tolerance and national humor rising from diverse bloodlines, while elites seek unmixed status within the broader society.
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Brazil
Brasil
Irvin S. Cobb
Hearst
International Cosmopolitan
Beans accepted for delinquent Tucumcari subscriptions
The Tucumcari New Mexico newspaper will take beans at current market price to settle overdue subscriptions. The produce will be given to the chamber of commerce for distribution to the needy, aiding local farmers.
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Chamber of Commerce
Indianapolis News
Nature Lovers Aspire, Writers Find Freedom in Green Life
A thought provoking claim links loving nature with a life of creative writing free from traditional work. The idea suggests immersion in natural settings fuels brilliant prose and personal fulfillment, redefining purpose beyond conventional employment.
Tanlac Claims to Restore Health Across Many Ailments
An advertisement touts Tanlac as a remedy for indigestion pain nausea dizziness headaches and loss of appetite. It claims to restore strength and sleep and offers a money back guarantee if it fails to help. The testimonial cites Mrs. Fred Westin of 887 E 57th Ave as a satisfied user.
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Plen Elaine
Tanlac
Fred Westin
E. 57Th
Beek the Great Ponder and Yuletide Eating Tale
A fragment discusses eating as merry making with LYKO described as creating a natural keen desire for food. It notes even those in run-down condition may find eating a real pleasure though the text is garbled and unclear.
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Lyko
Rene
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