Edmonton Agronomists Trim Barley Beard
University of Alberta agronomists claim to have removed the beard from barley rather than its whole stalk, a change they say could vastly improve handling and feeding. If verified, the six row barley may become a staple in western Canada, where Alberta grows two varieties and yields 40 to 50 bushels per acre.
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Origin of Citation Cord in French Tradition
A historical note traces the citation cord to French military practice. Mutinous contoiders wore halters as a badge of honor after a failed execution, later pardoned. Over time shoulder cords evolved from armor laces to insignia marking rank in officer dress, preserving the legacy as a symbol of heroism and hierarchy.
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The Smithsonian Institution and Its Vast Collections
Ames Smithson, an English donor, founded the Smithsonian in Washington to foster knowledge. The park hosts vast displays from presidents and military heroes, hundreds of millions of specimens, and a large zoological park, drawing millions of researchers worldwide.
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Size Against Them In Baltimore Welcoming Troops
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Fragmentary note hints at lost opportunity and unnamed figures
The readable text fragment hints at lost chances and a private conversation among unnamed individuals. It mentions a lieutenant and a small party, with garbled phrases suggesting pursuit of attention and a mundane setting.
Veigar Maker Cited After Observing Smoking Habit
A fragmented report notes a veigar manufacturer who observed a smoker and inferred a prior habit. The speaker mentions a tester on cigars and a sudden change, implying a concealed routine. The passage is unclear but suggests behavior linked to quitting smoking.
Fragmentary 19th Century Ledger Note Recounts Breakup Talk
A garbled OCR fragment hints at plans to break up old bureaus within a company, mentioning dates and people by misread names. The passage conveys disappointment and regret about the potential dissolution of historic offices.
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