Ergot Outbreak Hits Wheat Across North Dakota
The United States Department of Agriculture reports ergot, a poisonous cereal disease, has appeared in North Dakota wheat with samples showing up to 10 percent ergot by weight. Durum wheats show higher infection. cleaning seed by salt brine is advised to remove ergot bodies before planting.
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United States Department of Agriculture
North Dakota
New York
Oregon
Canadian
Deterioration of Woodlots From Heavy Pasturing
The report notes heavy pasturing as a chief cause of woodlot damage in farm areas. Severity depends on stocking rate and forest composition. In Louisiana observations show stock driven from swamps due to high winter spring water levels root up long leaf pine seedlings and damage roots.
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United States
Louisiana
Self-Feeder for Hogs Demonstrated at Indiana Station
A cross section of a self feeder designed by Director Christie at the Indiana Experiment Station shows an inverted V bottom that makes grain slide into the trough. The side gate adjusts to control output, and pigs lift the outside cover when finished. It offers advantages over other types, as described in Farmers Bulletin 906.
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Christie
Indiana Experiment Station
Farmers’ Bulletin 906
Department of Agriculture
Washington
Exercise Emphasized for Pregnant Women Welfare
The text stresses exercise as vital to the pregnant woman's well being. It cautions that if space for exercise is limited, one should exclude pig feeding from the program to prioritize maternal health.
Hog Cholera Control Through Cleanliness
Reduce Hog Cholera. Cholera would be greatly reduced if every farmer would thoroughly clean and disinfect his hog lots and keep his hogs under strictly sanitary conditions.
Feed Young Breeding Hogs On Oats And Corn Ratio
Young breeding hogs with access to ranges were fed a ration of equal parts ground oats and shelled corn. The practice provided a simple, effective feed method noted in agricultural records.
Dangers of Moldy Silage for Horses and Cattle
Moldy silage is dangerous for horses and cattle and can be fatal. Sickness and death among livestock that have eaten moldy silage are not uncommon.
Plenty of Exercise Assured in Poorly Arranged Barns
A farmer gains ample activity from a poorly organized barn setup. The melee suggests heavy labor and constant movement as a result of the disordered structures.
Absence and Occupation in Marriage Topics
A discussion notes opinions on whether a husband’s occupation affects married happiness. Observations include lightkeepers as good husbands and farmers as stable partners, with examples of long marriages and shared interests reducing neglect. The piece suggests occupation may matter less when spouses share goals and routines.
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London Mail
Navy
Hus
British Islands
Calas
Edward Everett on Lafayette and liberty love
The excerpt cites Edward Everett praising Lafayette for his spotless fame rooted in the love of liberty. It says Lafayette’s youthful strength and counsel came from this love and that he sacrificed power rank and country to uphold the sanctity of plighted faith and liberty protected by law.
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Lafayette
Edward Everett
Unearth Ancient Temple in Greece Reveals 400 B.C. Date
Greek archaeologists report an imposing temple at Berras Ti saly in excellent preservation. Bronze inscriptions date the temple to 400 B.C. Tablets indicate laws and resolutions of ancient civilization.
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Berras
Tisaly
Jupiter
Olympia
Fissure Appears in Pamelig Lake Bed, Linn County
A timber riffrar is described near the bed of Pamelig Lake in the national forest at Linn. The report notes a fissure in the area and details construction issues observed in the timber works within the lakebed, indicating potential structural concerns.
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Pamelig Lake
Tram National Forest
Linn
Pinky Doll Accident Causes Tears in Playroom
Miss Janice seven and Elizabeth eight visit. Janice breaks a pinky doll head in a caper. Elizabeth sobs at the damage and Janice laments mortification. The girls cry and go to the porch where adults sit, while Elizabeth says Janice broke her doll. Janice admits she refused to share the pinky doll.
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Janice
Elizabeth
Thousands Have Kidney Trouble and Never Suspect It
In an interview Dr Kilmer states that many insurance applicants are rejected because they have kidney trouble without realizing it. The article highlights that most people with the disease are unaware of their condition and warns about overlooked health risks.
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Kilmer
Sounded Different Horse of a Mouse Color Quip Sparks Clash
Jones accuses Mr. S. of being a gentlemanless rogue after overhearing a jab about a wife’s appearance. Mr. S. defends by reframing the insult as a pun about color and spelling. The exchange unfolds with sharp wit and rising heat.
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Mr. S
Jones
Freshen a Heavy Skin With Cuti cura Talcum Powder
An antiseptic talcum powder named Cuti cura Talcum Powder is touted as a fascinating product for refreshing heavy skin and offering an exquisite feel.
At the Ball Game. Ou see that man stole second.
A fragment from a humorous dialogue presents a spectator remark about a baseball scene. A girl asks what happened first as a man steals second, highlighting playful sports commentary.
Advertising slogan for Red Cross Blue bluing
A short advertisement note urges readers to tell grocer Red Cross Blue when buying bluing. It claims repeated use yields better results and promises repayment through satisfaction.
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Red Cross
It Is Better to Be Fired by Spark of Love
A terse saying contrasts emotional ignition with cold dismissal, suggesting passion drives action even when results hurt. The line frames love as a stronger motivator than formal rejection.
Japan Widows Use Hair Arrangements to Signal Marital Status
Japanese widows arrange their hair to identify themselves and indicate whether they wish to remarry. The practice marks social status and future marital plans in traditional customs observed by communities across regions.
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Japan
California Fig Syrup advertisement
A vintage advertisement urges mothers to use California Fig Syrup to cleanse a child's liver and bowels. It claims a teaspoonful relieves tired, ill, or constipated states within hours and promoting a healthy, playful child. It warns buyers to ask for genuine California Fig Syrup with age-specific directions on the bottle.
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California
Dancers Described as Giddy in Courier Journal
The Louisville Courier Journal notes the girls appear giddy as dances excite the crowd. The lively event draws smiles and high spirits, capturing a buoyant social mood.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
Dr Pierce’s Peseete Offer Promised Health For Mothers
A fragmented testimonial from Council Bluffs touts Dr Pierce’s products as vital for expectant mothers. The author claims eleven healthy children and minimal suffering, urging others to write for more information to the president of the firm.
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Council Bluffs
Dr. Pierce
de Perce
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