New Fumigant Beats Weevils in Wheat Car Shipment
A non explosive non odorous fumigant blending ethyl acetate and carbon tetrachloride destroys nearly all weevils in box car wheat. It replaces dangerous carbon disulfide, costs about 85 cents per 100 bushels, and may save about 420000 annually. further tests on elevators mills and homes planned.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Chemistry
Bureaus of Entomology and Agricultural Economics
Separate Pullets From Hens for Better Egg Production
Pullets should be kept separate from hens with old hens occupying one end and pullets confined in the other from now until after the next spring hatch. Feed for egg production per poultry department directions. Old hens start laying around September and their eggs hatch reliably. pullets’ eggs should not be used for hatching.
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Poultry Department
Making Success of Production of Pork
A quarter-section corn belt hog farm produced a record of a pound of pork every seven minutes over a year, with corn oats and soybeans as main crops and little feed purchased. Factors cited include convenient layout, well balanced rationing, and continuous use of fresh pasture allowing cheap feed and strong hog condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
University of Hlinvis
Chicago
Method Found Good in Ridding House of Mice
The article promotes using barium carbonate as a poison for rats and mice available at drug stores. It lists meat bread and fruit bait types and specifies mixing one part barium carbonate with four parts bait and adding water to moisten. Place bait out of reach of pets, ideally in a sealed paper bag or twisted newspaper.
Sweet Clover Helps Build Up Soil Health
Sweet clover is highly effective for soil improvement by increasing organic matter and fertility when turned under. It stores nitrogen in nodules with proper inoculation. Sow in early spring January or February on wheat or rye, or in spring with oats or barley on overwintered stalk fields.
Agricultural Advice From State University On Farm Management
Rural economists at Ohio State University emphasize proper ventilation for cribbing corn, clean housing for poultry and swine, and adequate feeding for dairy cows. They warn against feeding dead fowls to hogs and in rats near cattle due to tuberculosis risks, noting corn cure preserves germination. They also advise storing vegetables appropriately and watching Canadian weather to gauge wheat prices next year.
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Canada
Ohio State University
Preparation of Soil for a Good Summer Garden
Deep and thorough soil prep is essential to a successful summer garden. Vegetables vary in sun tolerance and soil preference, with some needing full sun and heat while others need cooler, shaded spots and moderately rich soil for best growth.
Argentina’s Santa Claus differs from U S tradition says consul general
The American consul general in Argentina notes no Santa Claus tradition as in the United States. On January 6, locals dress as Los Reyes with a Santa beard and red coat, but the effort is limited and not widespread.
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Argentina
United States
Cuticura Skin Ad Promises Clear Complexions
An advertisement touts Cuticura products for skin care. It claims daily use with the ointment, five minute wash with Cuticura Soap and hot water improves poor complexions dandruff itching and rough hands.
Big Paper Mill Planned for Ontario Site
A plan for the world’s largest paper mill is announced for northern Ontario. The facility would have 1000 tons capacity and use Smoky falls on the Mattagami river, capable of 200000 horsepower and billed as Ontario’s largest power site north of the St Lawrence.
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Ontario
Smoky Falls
Mattagami
St. Lawrence
Deep breathing advocate in New Yorker eyes city held up
A New Yorker known for morning walks and deep breathing raises his hands high and low as a visitor asks if residents must practice responses to being held up. The scene is described in the American Legion Weekly in a humorous city portrait.
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American Legion Weekly
Boschee’s Syrup Ad Highlights Cough and Lung Relief
An advertisement promotes Boschee’s Syrup as soothing for throat and lung irritation from coughs and bronchitis. It claims quick healing of mucus membranes, helps rest at night and easy morning expectoration, noting the product has sold for fifty eight years worldwide.
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Boschee
Boscheer’s
Adv
Real bull fight film swindle shocks Mexican audience
A US film showing a bull fight promised much but delivered little in the arena. In Mexico the same film failed until a segment showing a real bull fight was added, after which crowds flocked to see it as a hot favorite.
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Mexico
Virginia Building Linked to Lord Fairfax Residency
Historic Virginia building used by Lord Fairfax after severing ties with London society and settling in Clark County in 1750 remains standing. The article notes that a young George Washington was associated with the site.
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Lord Fairfax
London
Clark County
George Washington
Prevent Colds and Roup in Poultry Houses
The air in the poultry house must stay dry to prevent colds and roup. Ventilation reduces humidity, especially with colder air. Hens need more pure air per body weight than other farm animals. Sunlight purifies and promotes activity and health. Face the poultry house south.
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Poultry House
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