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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1913
Page
4
Weatherstone notes toads are valuable allies for greenhouse work by eating slugs thousand legged worms ants sowbugs and other pests. A toad over May to July can consume thousands of pests including 1180 cutworms 1400 thousand legged worms 2160 sowbugs 3240 ants and 360 weevils, while destroying 360 beneficial beetles.
The author argues crops mature in 60 to 90 days and seasons are brief. Plants need constant soil nutrition. without accessible fertilizer they will not grow. Weather is the main risk, and you must consider seed, fertilizer, and culture choices to avoid losses.
Instructions on properly disinfecting cow stables emphasize that disinfectants only work on surfaces they contact directly. After cleaning dirt particles off, saturate surfaces thoroughly, avoid broom scrubbing in key areas, and spray ceilings and upper walls to reach crevices.
Boards posts and rubbish stacked near the poultry quarters create a suitable harbor for rats.
Julius Ewt provides practical guidance on weed removal between stones using hot water salt and various chemical sprays. He lists salt mixtures, crude carbolic acid, sulfuric acid, arsenic solutions, lime and sulfur, and commercial weed killers, plus safety notes for handling poisons and timing applications on hot days.
The article details how to take cuttings and sow seeds for winter bloom. It covers primrose and cyclamen sowing, potting media, and light, moisture, and temperature needs. It also describes Madonna lily cultivation, bed preparation, drainage, and soil amendments for healthy growth.
The article discusses dairying as a selling point for fertility insurance and notes that Skimmilk fed normally does not cause bloat. It stresses plans require proper execution, shipping poultry when demand is good, and highlights the importance of balanced rations and mineral feed for young stock. It also notes gasoline engines as practical farm power.
W Henderoth of the Ohio State University emphasizes seed bed preparation for wheat as crucial, detailing plowing depth, harrowing, and moisture management before and after corn or oats rotations. He notes benefits of early cultivation, winter soil structuring, and recommended practices to improve germination and reduce losses.
A 191 season drought devastated hill orchard trees but adding large amounts of organic matter to soil helps retain moisture like a sponge. Deep mulching aids incorporation when plowing is difficult and quick action benefits young trees. Spoiled hay holds fertilizing value despite waste.
The National Association for the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis reports 41 states in session, 30 enacted disease control laws, and 34 considered birth-detection measures. Over 35 million dollars were appropriated for TB work, with nearly 1.98 million for federal and DC TB facilities. Colorado, Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Indiana, and California enacted notable laws.
A new hydro electric manufactory under construction in North Carolina plans an annual output of 36000 tons of aluminum. The report notes a broader commerce context and mentions the project amid other varied fragments including a quoted sentiment about comfort for a widow and unrelated oddities.
A Bovina Center New York woman credits Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound with curing years of back pains and illness after childbirth. She writes of regaining energy and managing home duties and urges others to try the remedy. A confidential advice service notes letters are opened and answered by women.
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