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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1922
Page
1
Practical guidance on washing an automobile emphasizing prompt mud removal, avoiding excessive soap, and using cool water. Advises washing in shade, starting at the wheels and chassis, then the body, with a gentle hose stream and careful handling of varnish and engine areas.
A Waple test checks carburetor adjustment by a short quarter mile run with throttle near closed then opening fully to note acceleration. If pickup is slow the fuel air mix is rich or lean. use choker to temporarily remedy. Seek expert adjustment promptly to avoid engine trouble from amateur tinkering.
The Scientific American outlines a motor vehicle lubricating system by Lt H Gaskins of Jacksonville Die. It aims to insure proper distribution of lubricant to chassis springs steering mechanism and other parts using exhaust power plant forces.
Guidance on engine cleanliness radiator maintenance and fluid checks. Store spare tires properly and secure the jack. Track mileage against past records for gas and tires. Use perils of using a spot light on the windshield post and caution around the machinist hammer with engine work. Do not pass another vehicle unless the road ahead is clear for at least ten yards.
A vintage kitchen column celebrates chestnuts as a versatile staple, with recipes for Chestnut Stuffing, Mashed Chestnuts, and Compote of Marrons, plus Italian Chestnuts with onions and apples. It also shares cake ideas including Graham Crackers Cake Rochester Chocolate Cake and a Pineapple Filling, all in a period recipe voice.
Farmers advised to ensure calf health through proper breeding and daily milk feeding at consistent temperatures from clean buckets. Guidance covers drying off cows, freshening stalls, disinfecting after birth, use of colostrum, substitute milk if needed, gradual transition from whole milk to skim milk, and keeping calves in clean, regular, evenly fed conditions for best growth.
Department of Agriculture clarifies differences between antiseptics and disinfectants, stresses sanitation to prevent animal disease losses, and explains proper selection and use of disinfectants. It notes disinfectants destroy germs, deodorants remove odors, and formaldehyde and hydrocyanic acid have varying germicidal and insecticidal powers. Careful preparation and application are essential for effectiveness.
A historical note on the transition from loose hay to baled hay. The hay press enabled baling, reducing bulk and storage space, lowering transport costs, and allowing long-distance movement. In some states up to ten percent of farms baled hay for economy and on farm use.
Tests of thousands of herds nationwide enable the U S Department of Agriculture to map cattle tuberculosis. About half the country, mainly in the South and Southwest, shows less than 1 percent infection. Other regions report 1 to 15 percent, with some areas over 2 percent and over 50,000 square miles showing higher rates. The data cover five years of testing and aim to guide eradication efforts.
Reports to the U S Department of Agriculture show 42 young men and women from Colorado who trained in civic work as 4 H members are now rural leaders in extension work in their home communities. Former 4 H girls lead canning clothing and millinery civics. A former crown-up corn-club member on a farm serves as community chairman on crops and livestock and led the boys club for two years. A stock evidence team trained by a former club member won first at the Colorado state fair.
Newly identified skunk races of genus Conepaius described by the belogiant star vey of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The hog-nosed skunk races span from southern South America to southern Arizona with the Arizona and New Mexico region hosts one form, and another native to Mexico. The fur is less saturated than ordinary pack skunk, tail and much of the body are white, but the longer slender tail aids tenting readiness and the species helps control certain insects.
In a brisk exchange a speaker chides another for constant exclamations and groans a bargain to curb gadding behavior. The playful repartee centers on mutual restraint and a humorous pledge to modify speech patterns.
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