Farm mortgage debt declines to 7.07 billion in 1939
The bureau of agricultural economics reports farm mortgage debt at about 7.07 billion dollars in 1939, the lowest in twenty years. The decline since 1930 reflects foreclosures and distress transfers, with repayments rising in recent years and regional variations across the United States.
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Bureau of Agricultural Economics
Donald C. Horton
Bureau
West North Central States
Pacific States
West South Central States
South Atlantic
East South Central States
New England
Middle Atlantic
Mountain
Pacific
East South Central
West North Central
North Dakota
Massachusetts
Avoidable Accidents in Silos Warned by Careful Handling
Many silo accidents are preventable and result from falls during pipe setup and door work. Crowding corn into cutters risks hand and arm loss. keep hands a foot from feed rolls or use a forked stick. Ensure knives, bolts, and lock nuts are secure and tested twice daily. never exceed manufacturer speeds to save power and reduce danger.
Notable U.S. Presidents and family milestones
The text notes John Adams lived to 91 and was the first president inaugurated on March 4 in Philadelphia. It lists mothers who lived to their sons’ inaugurations, names several presidents’ mothers, and mentions Adams, Harrison, and Roosevelt families with two White House representations.
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John Adams
Philadelphia
Mary Ball Washington
Nelly Conway Madison
Eliza Garfield
Nancy Allison McKinley
Hannah Simpson Grant
Jane Knox Polk
Sara Delano Roosevelt
Adams
Harrison
Roosevelt
White House
Bayer Aspirin Promotion Misplaced in Phrased Ad
An old advertisement extols Bayer Aspirin as a fast acting pain reliever for neuritis rheumatism and headache. It asserts low tablet cost and widespread praise while urging consumers to demand genuine Bayer Aspirin by full name.
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Bayer
Seple
Hope a Pillar Hope is the pillar that upholds the world
A concise quotation attributed to Pliny reflects the view that hope serves as a steadfast support for humanity and civilization, suggesting resilience and strength in the face of uncertainty.
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Pliny
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Little
J. Millar Watt
Loon
Jts
Aspirin
R. Browning
Luden’s
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