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Newspaper
Van Buren News Eagle
Location
Van Buren, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1919
Page
3
The article warns farmers that wheat yields may drop to about half the expected amount due to black rust, weevil, fly, and other ailments. Heads are often hollow or shriveled, with many grains missing despite healthy appearances. Oats also face rust damage while corn grows but with limited field work from rain.
Warren Tribune reports widespread disappointment over the Indiana wheat crop. Hot wet weather blasted heads. while some fields show little damage, most farmers expect only a third to half of anticipated yields. Weevil is present but not widespread enough to explain the losses.
The article outlines USDA tests on preserving eggs using a 10 percent water glass solution and a weaker 1 to 14 mix, with boiled water yielding better results. Earthenware jars perform best, while softwood pails fail, and hardwood kegs leak. Limewater offers a cheaper alternative. It also lists step by step usage, shelf life of 8 to 12 months, and cost estimates. It closes with a separate state tax note referencing 1919 legislation and county assessments.
In Max R. Hymans history One Hundred Years of Progress a 1824 tax law is cited noting first class land valued at 1.50 per 100 acres second class at 1 and third class at .75 cents and land ratings based on class. Assessment this year in many counties will exceed that of the state a century ago.
A vintage ad proclaims life enjoyment hinges on bowel health. It claims Chamberlain's Tablets relieve constipation, improve digestion, and curb headaches, urging readers to try them for true joy of living.
George W. Fraizer bought the 201 acre Galloway DeHaven farm in Lan caster township for 37 500 and sold it for 39 585, a gain of 2 135 equal to 112 37 per day of ownership. He planned to buy another farm. Source Warren Tribune.
A brief note explains Fame Shoulder arising from rheumatism of the muscles. It advises absolute rest and a few applications of Chamberlain's Liniment as the remedy. July.
A motivational note urges savers to invest every payday in war savings stamps, asserting if you cannot save the first dollar you cannot save the last. It frames disciplined saving as essential for supporting the war effort.
The United States Department of Agriculture warns that locusts are a hazardous food for chickens. Wings and leg parts are indigestible and can obstruct the crop, risking crop binding in chicks over four weeks old. Move flocks to nonforested fields to avoid locust swarms and reduce mortality in mature birds.
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