Oats as a Cheaper Crop Than Corn on Western Canadian Farms
A Minnesota farmer compares costs per acre and shows oats costing 18.18 to grow versus 81.49 for corn, suggesting oats win on cost if yields align. Western Canada land at about 20 per acre supports 50 to 60 bushels per acre, with up to 100 in good years. Western oats win prizes at international exhibitions and weigh up to 48 pounds per bushel, with 85 percent over 42 pounds per bushel according to the Dominion grain inspector.
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Minnesota
Albert Inmer
Cottonwood County
Min
Canada
Dominion Grain
Canadian Government Information Bureau
United States
Earthquake Origins Attributed To Tectonic And Volcanic Forces
The origin of earthquakes is traced to two main causes, tectonic movements in the earth's crust and volcanic activity. The tectonic explanation involves faults formed by the cooling and shrinking of the Earth's interior.
Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound Testimonial
A Nebraska reader endorses Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound and Sanative Wash for female troubles after twenty years of use. The letter, from Mrs. J. C. E. Luquier of Omaha, claims reliable relief and invites readers to seek confidential advice from Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co. in Lynn, Massachusetts.
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Ontaria
Neb
Lydia
20Th Street
Omaha
Nebraska
Pinkham
Pinghem
Lydia & Binkham Medicine Co
Lynn, Ass
Packaging matters in dairy sales warns USDA officials
The USDA bureau of markets cites losses from poor packaging of butter and eggs to stress the need for clean attractive containers. A farmer shipped butter in dark barrels causing buyer disinterest and a $350 loss after salting and reworking. In another case a creamery using dull tubs failed to secure future orders despite high quality butter scoring 92 points, incurring losses.
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Bureau of Markets
United States Department of Agriculture
Buregu
Plan to Make Yard for Poultry Flock
The article describes designing poultry yards with rotation of green crops, permanent sod options, and yard sizes per bird. It covers yard placement south of the house, fencing choices like flexible wire mesh, gate access between yards, and shade via fruit trees to optimize conditions for various fowl breeds.
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Nouth
United States Department of Agriculture Aay
Fall Garden Plans and Quick Harvests
After a hot summer, autumn rains begin and a fall garden plan is shared. Many vegetables will mature quickly adding to meals and enabling late canning and pickling stocks that were missed in spring or summer.
Well Selected Corn Seed Practices
The guide states seed corn should be selected when husked with medium size ears, straight rows, even kernels, and standard color. Do not save ears that fail these criteria, and spread seed corn in a dry granary or top floor to keep it dry.
Fall garden cleanup fights striped cucumber beetles
The article urges fall cleaning of all garden vegetation and burning debris to kill overwintering insects. It warns spring neglect leads to heavy insect life and plant losses, noting that one fall day can equal ten spring days of combating young beetles. Birds such as quail and sparrows are observed eating cucumber beetles.
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Occa
Fall Green Beans Favo red for Canning and Planting
Fall green beans serve well for canning or pickling as cool weather reduces spotting. The Red Valencia is favored for fall planting because it matures quickly remains tender and stringless, and yields heavily.
Remedy Promises Cure For Itching Skin Diseases
An old blood purifier claims to kill germs causing eczema and other skin disorders by cleansing the bloodstream. The advertisement urges readers to obtain literature from the Medical Adviser in Atlanta, claiming relief comes only after removing the source of trouble. A second item humorously notes a five year old Marshall who buys produce with the neighborhood, then reports his mother spanked him for shopping.
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Swift Laboratory
Atlanta
Marshall
The Phainless Dentist Visit Sparks a Family Scene
In a quiet room a loud yell interrupts a guest and a frightened girl. The father calms the scene by removing a bent pin and guiding the boy. The boy explains his “experiment” aimed at testing a purported Phainless dentist. The father scolds him for scaring the guest and wonders who else heard the yell.
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Charles
Father
Location of Farm Home Plans Suggested by USDA Experts
USDA specialists advise choosing a site near good trees to provide daily shade for the farm home. They emphasize cherishing and utilizing existing trees since it takes long to grow new ones.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Hints for Summer Weather in Poultry Chicks Care
In hot weather provide shelter and good air circulation for chicks. Do not crowd the brooder. keep chicks under shelter with adequate ventilation to prevent overheating. Maintain numbers that the space can comfortably accommodate during heat.
Princeton Echoes Noyes Tales And Proofs Of Joy
Word spreads of Professor Alfred Noyes the English poet at Princeton. He enjoys reading his works aloud to students and friends and often teases a junior with proofs of joy in poetry. The junior departs, insisting his word is enough. The note ends with a playful line about kissing a pretty girl at any time.
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Princeton
Alfred Noyes
Professor Noyes
Tkes
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