How to Figure Cost of Crops by Farm Records
Agricultural guidance from the United States Department of Agriculture explains measuring crop costs when precise records are unavailable. It outlines estimating labor and material expenses per acre, applying current rates, and dividing total cost by yield to obtain per bushel or ton costs with regional averages and example for corn silage on an Iowa farm.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Office of Farm Management and Farm Economics
Enall
Pierene
Spraying Celery to Prevent Leaf Spots
United States Department guidance urges spraying celery with Bordeaux mixture every ten days to two weeks during the growing season, especially in moist cool weather. Prepared home made Bordeaux mixture of bluestone and lime is recommended, with thorough fine mist sprays that cover plants without running down stalks.
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United States
Frederick the Great’s Giant Plan Sparks Humorous Scandal
The Cleveland Plain Dealer recounts Frederick William I of Prussia’s bid to create an army of giants. He allegedly bought an Irish 7-foot soldier for 6500 dollars and attempted to breed giants by marrying tall women to his soldiers. An Irish giant’s hire is described, along with tricks to secure tall recruits, culminating in a ruse involving a 6-foot girl who could not read.
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Mark Stuyvesant
Cleveland
Piain Dealer
Frederick William I
Prussia
Frederick
Haggard
Noua
Sean Toe Teasth
Ecco Et Peatate
Limestone Application Timing and Rates
Limestone should be applied when soil is most receptive, typically late summer, fall, or early winter. Most fields gain best benefits from at least one ton per acre, with more applied if the soil is very acidic.
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Ain Hate Pita
Crowd Erupts at Spade Event Despite Space Limits
Report notes a crowded scene at a Spade event where organizers warned against crowding. Officials urged orderly conduct as attendees, including youths, pushed for access. Police monitored entrances to prevent stampedes and injuries.
Harness Care for Good Leather and Heavy Work Use
Proper care for harness leather ensures longevity and reliability in heavy work. Regular cleaning, conditioning, and storage in a dry environment prevent cracking, stiffening, and deterioration. Follow manufacturer guidelines for oils and treatments and inspect for wear before each use.
Fragmentary note on a child and a music lesson
A garbled line mentions a starving child and a music lesson at five, with unclear surrounding context. No clear names or places are readable.
Motion Picture Censor Walters Addresses Vermont Din
Ellison G. Walters Vermont motion picture censor spoke at a dinner noting concerns over social affect and decency in cinema. The remarks touched on public taste and the balance between creativity and societal standards.
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Ellison G. Walters
Vermont
Sali
Arrest in Brooklyn for Cabman Cannibalism Demand
A man was arrested yesterday on charges linked to eating a cabman after demanding more than his fare. The report from the Brooklyn Eagle notes the case as a startling early incident with unclear details and lingering questions about motive and age.
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Brooklyn Eagle
Poor Girl in Street Sighting Sparks Rumor
A girl staggered down a street late at night as Willis-Snacked and California Pelican figures circulate. Witnesses describe her as dizzy and disoriented while onlookers debate the meaning of the scene amid urban hardship and fading hope.
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Willis
California Pelican
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