Amber Deposits Found in Staten Island Cretaceous Strata
Large amber masses were recently discovered in Staten Island cretaceous strata now Richmond Borough New York. The deposits are being commercially worked and may originate from Atlantic coast sequoia trees from that era.
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Grow Roman hyacinths for festive winter blooms at home
Grow Roman hyacinths for Christmas and winter color. Plant by mid October, keep six weeks in dark cool storage, then bring to light December 1 for blooms by Christmas. Four colors available white blush pink rose and pale blue. three bulbs per five inch pot.
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Certified Milk Production Shows Value of Cleanliness
A New York dairy farmer demonstrates that sanitary certified milk comes from vigilant supervision and clean practices, not lavish equipment. With 50 Jerseys, the farm uses about 100 dollars more in labor and safety steps, yet sells for higher prices and delivers milk in ice chilled glass jars to market.
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R. A. Pearson
New York
Sensible kitchen tips and bedside manners from a Tribune recipe
Practical advice on cooking and serving for caring at home. The piece covers moistened pours from a bottle, milk in puddings, salting under molds to prevent burning, a recipe for a rich cake with raisins and spices, and detailed fudges. It also offers patient bedside etiquette and a method for reheating meat with linen, plus a chicken left over recipe with olive oil and white sauce.
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Chicago Tribune
Cranberryade Recipe from Colonial Home Remedies
Cook cranberries in water until tender then strain. Measure juice and add one pound of sugar per pint of juice. Boil to a rich syrup and bottle. Mix a couple of tablespoons with water for a refreshing drink, especially useful in sickness.
Winter vegetable storage and preservation methods
The guide covers packing beets and parsnips in dry sand in a dry dark cellar to keep until June. It warns squash rot in the cellar keeping them above freezing and near a heat source. It suggests freezing pumpkin after settling winter, then thawing as needed for pies.
Writer Advises Kerosenes Swab Against Apple Scab
A prominent writer argues that if apple scab appears on trees a very strong kerosene emulsion can be used to treat it. The text notes kerosene is not a recognized fungicide while Bordeaux mixture is. It recommends thorough spraying of all tree parts rather than swabbing.
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Fall Planting Suggests for Various Fruit Trees
The guidance notes spring for tender varieties such as peaches and plums, while sweet cherries often fare best in early fall. Apples and pears can also be planted in fall if desired.
FowlsDenied Freedom in Barn Rest Areas Suggested
Opinion notes fowls should not roam freely in barns as they injure hay and spread lice and mites to cattle. It urges providing warm, separate quarters for birds to prevent damage and pests.
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