Weathered farm notes on corn and hay handling
A survey of farm issues discusses corn crop losses from pests and pests, haystack failures from poor stacking, and the value of seed corn and hay handling. It notes fast train progress and rail impact, with caution on northward corn planting and latitude adaptation.
Praising Farm Work Ethic And Seed Corn Day Practices
An agricultural column argues for practical farm education, comparing city and farm upbringing and stressing hiring diligent helpers. It urges draining wetlands and reforesting steep hills, and proposes Oct 16 as seed corn day to secure next year’s seed, drying and storing corn to prevent poor germination. A plan to convert a quarter section to dairy, clover, and diversified livestock is presented as doubling income, while a farmer’s complaint about thrashing delays and the value of timely market-ready grain is noted.
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Tia
Imahke
Guy Lockiny
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Illinois
Iowa
Corn Belt
Importation of Japanese labor to aid American farms
A wartime discussion favors importing Japanese workers to fill farm hands in the north and northwest. It argues Japan’s workers are economical, adaptable, and would benefit farmers by increasing yield and efficiency after war restrictions ease. The piece compares wages, conditions, and potential immigration impacts with existing labor, while also noting alfalfa cultivation and corn crop considerations.
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Amr
Ftnis
Ita
Tivsadia
Japan
Europe
Medical Advice Fragment on Antisaptiocdres and Wound Healing
Fragmentary script discusses antisaptiocdres and wound healing cures. Mentions perineal pain and various remedies, suggesting home use and self care. Names Dalpston, Wilf Ay Anderson, and Read over the want column as references.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frye
Barryest
Riley
Dolpston
Spel
Wilf Ay Anderson
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