Synthetic foods and fertilizers reshape future diets
The article outlines advances in producing food from nontraditional sources and improving soil fertility. It notes synthetic fats and sugars from petroleum, carbon dioxide, and plants, plus efforts to create proteins in factories. It highlights nitrogen fixation, nitrate extraction, fertilizer mixing, and soil enhancers like humus as factors in securing future food supplies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nature
H. E. Barnard
American Institute of Baking
Germany
A. Larson
United States
Inventions and science push food and health forward
A survey of new devices and methods shows advances in brain signaling photography, portable projection for displays, and gear for sports and reading. Developments in waste handling, soil enrichment, and plant growth link industries from digestion and canning to bread making and nutrition, with vitamins and minerals highlighted as essential.
Protectors for Ada Hendersons Rain Stocking Guard
Ada Henderson of Poughkeepsie announces a rain day stocking protector. The rubber legging covers the ankle and lower leg over the shoe, fastening with garter like bands to prevent slipping. It guards the stocking and keeps the leg dry while maintaining a dainty appearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada Henderson
Poughkeepsie
Silk Stockings and Leg Protectors For Rainy Day Wear
A novelty leg protector made of thin rubber fits over the shoe and leg from foot to above the knee. It uses a cam slide to draw edges together and fasten with snaps, forming a water proof cover worn over stockings and shoes. The item is designed to be concealed by cloth and rolled compact for pocket use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lillian Stuart
New York
How Swimming Is Now Taught by Machine
A patented device by Thomas A. Walton of Scranton teaches swimming without water. A prone pupil on a movable platform uses hand grips and foot holders to mimic strokes, aiding muscle development and coordination before entering the water. Safety rules from the California State Board of Health emphasize rest, avoid diving in shallow water, and pool hygiene to prevent disease spread.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas A. Walton
Scranton
Suimimere
California State Board of Health
Bleacher Seat Back Aids Baseball Fans
An inventor Jonas J Byberg of Silverton Oregon patents a back board for bleacher benches. The device uses a wood strip and rope system to hold a back edge, adjustable knots and hooks to fit the bench. It aims to improve comfort at baseball and football games.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jonas J. Byberg
Silverton
Oregon
First Eel Eggs Found By Scientist Marie Poland
The discovery of eel eggs credited to Marie Poland of the United States Bureau of Fisheries at Woods Hole. Eggs were retrieved near Bermuda by William Beebe during the Acturus expedition and later identified by Mrs. Fish while examining larvae, revealing eels spawn in the sea while living in fresh water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marie Poland
United States Bureau of Fisheries
Woods Hole
Mass
William Beebe
Bermudas
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Lothar R. Zifferer
Rothamstead
England
Elwood Hendrick Sc
Popular Science Monthly
Hendrick
American Canney’s Association
Washington
Yombla
Institute of Research
Chicago
Mellon Institute
Htead
Sturey
W. H. Batdy
Columbia University
Semiy
Gorter
Ita
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