Federal effort saves vast Mississippi fish salvage in 1920
The annual report of the secretary of commerce notes the rescue of 156,659,000 food fishes from flooded Mississippi basin waters in mid 1920. The salvaged fish were released near collection points with fewer than 1,000,000 kept for other uses, at a cost of 18 cents per thousand. The operation, supported by several states, aims to protect the regional food supply.
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Ashington
Secretary of Commerce
Mississippi River
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Mississippi
Louisiana
Bureau of Fisheries
Birds of Fashion Southward In January Fashions
A young woman faces budgeting for stylish afternoon frocks and hats as she contemplates two featured dresses. One panne velvet gown with embroidered net and a lace veiled turban contrasts with a simpler velour dress with rich embroidery. Both items show handwork and aim for elegance suitable for afternoon or dinner events.
McCormick Proposes Major Reorganization of Federal Departments
Senator McCormick of Illinois proposes a sweeping plan to abolish the Department of the Interior and create two new departments the Department of Public Works and the Department of Public Welfare. The plan also enlarges the Commerce Department and moves several agencies to other departments. The measure would abolish the board of mediation and conciliation and transfer its functions to the Labor Department. It also would abolish the council of national defense and move weather and naval services to Commerce.
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Department of the Interior
Department of Public Works
Department of Public Welfare
McCormick
Minois
Europe
Harding
Woman's Bureau
Department of Labor
Pension Bureau
The
Public Health Service
Bureau of War Risk Insurance
Vocational Training Board
Department of Commerce
State Department
Alaska
Alien Property Custodian
Secret Service
Department of Justice
Comptroller of Currency
Federal Reserve Board
Board of Mediation and Conciliation
Council of National Defense
Weather Bureau
Patent Office
Coast Guard
Lake Survey Office
Hydrographic Office
Naval Observatory and Inland and
Coastwise Waterways Service
Anti‑Suffrage Group Launches New Campaign to Repeal Amendment
The National Association Opposed to Woman Suffrage announces a fresh drive to repeal the Nineteenth Amendment and restore state rights. It claims only about one third of eligible women voted in the latest election, and advocates Congress requiring ratification by popular vote for all constitutional amendments.
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National Association
Congress
Anti-Suffrage Association
Living in a Tenth-Second World Signals Progress
Major General Squier reports the army signal corps sees rapid tech progress in electrical intercommunication. He notes a 42.72 percent cost reduction for army telephony despite a 25 percent civilian rise and envisions owning military phone systems. He cites radio telephony over sea or earth wires as a key breakthrough.
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Squier
Army
General Squier
Signal Corps
Is Russia to Be Saved Through Trade
United States may resume trade with Russia as a congressional resolution led by Senator Joseph I France proposes lifting the embargo and expanding credits and explanations for past invasion. Democrats and Republicans are expected to back the measure aimed at equal standing with Britain and aiding Russia’s recovery.
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Russia
United States
State Department
Joseph I. France
Great Britain
France
Fabulous war influenced hats debut in midwinter style
Five stylish hats reveal postwar American millinery ingenuity. Velvet turbans with folded drapes, a velvet upturned brim hat with a sunburst rosette, duvetyn embroidered in color, and a gold brocade fur creation with a jewel pin. These designs show self reliance and refined taste as designers rebound from wartime constraints.
Waistcoat Blouses Dominant London Fashion Change
Waistcoat blouses of wool or silk jersey with rich metal brocade replace crepe and linen shirts in London. They feature two deep front points like a man’s waistcoat, five white pearl buttons, three horizontal folds, a back jumper cut with a belt, open side seams to the waist, a smooth fitted collar, yoke at the back, and coat tailored sleeves with wrist slashes and a buttoned strap.
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London
The Frock of Blue
A frock of blue serge with long sleeves and a pointed white crepe de chine collar described in the article.
Possibilities With Sheep In New England Farming
A United States Department of Agriculture study finds farms with sheep maintain similar livestock counts and crop acreage as farms without sheep. The report concludes keeping a reasonable sheep flock does not reduce dairy or grazing stock and that unused pasture represents lost profit.
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United States Department of Agriculture
New England
Improper Feeding of Pigs Boosts Fall Hog Profits
A farming note warns against light early rations for fall pigs. It advises letting piglets eat grain while still nursing, using troughs or self-feeders, and offering corn or oats with tankage separately. After weaning, maintain this bounty until market. Pigs should self regulate intake.
CHECK DISEASE AMONG HOGS
Veterinary experts favor eradicating tuberculosis in cattle to curb swine disease. They propose a marker tattoo system to trace hogs from farms and halt infection at its source, noting cattle as the primary disease source via feed lots pastures and contaminated by products.
Disposing of Surplus Bulls for Market Quality
Breeders set a minimum price on bulls for sale. If bulls do not sell at that price in a reasonable time, they are castrated and turned into steers to protect market quality and stock standards.
Yellow Corn Promises Higher Nutritious Feeds
Stock feeders argue yellow corn yields better results than white corn due to enhanced nutrition and observable livestock performance while feeding practices are debated among farmers and veterinarians.
Growth Promoter Deficiency Found in White Corn
Wisconsin and Nebraska experiments indicate white corn lacks a growth promoting substance, while yellow corn contains enough to enable normal growth.
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Wisconsin
Nebraska
Hogs Eat Tankage Says Pork Health Note
Swine are natural meat eaters and relish tankage as a concentrated meat product. A 100 pound bag contains high meat content and takes up little space, per the report.
A Shock Over Beefsteak Breakfast Comment
A Shock notes beefsteak for breakfast sparks debate about meals and affordability. The exchange highlights differing views on breakfast choices and the implications of luxury versus daily sustenance.
Bayer Aspirin Ad Warns Against Counterfeits
A vintage advertisement warns that genuine Aspirin must bear the Bayer name on packages or tablets. It claims safety for doctors and millions, lists uses from colds to pain, notes small twelve-tablet tins and larger packages, and identifies Aspirin as Bayer’s trademark.
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Bayer
Senator Sorghum Quotes on Constitution and Social Disorders
Senator Sorghum says he places faith in the United States Constitution and acknowledges disorders in society. He adds that with a strong constitution the system will come out all right.
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United States
Senator Sorghum
You Need a Medicine You Should Have the Best
Ad copy touts Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for kidney liver and bladder ailments. It claims it corrects urinary issues neutralizes uric acid and helps rheumatism. Offers trial bottle by parcel post from Dr Kilmer Co Binghamton NY with ten cent return and states bottles sold at drug stores.
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Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Precious Relic of St Andrews Crucifix in Marseille Church
The cross on which St. Andrew was crucified is regarded as a highly treasured relic in the Church of St. Victor in Marseilles highlighting its sacred significance within the local faith community.
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Andrew
Brass Shines as Top Reflective Metal Choice
A concise note highlights brass as the best reflector among all metals, praised for its superior shine and utility in reflective applications.
Cole's Carbolisalve Heals Burns and Skin Ailments
Carbolisalve offers quick relief for burning itching and other skin diseases. It promises instant pain relief from burns and healing without scars. Available in 30c and ec sizes from The JF W Cole Co ford ill. or send for a package advertisement.
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Cole
JF. W. Cole Co
Kford, Ill
India and its empire grip a child’s math error
In a school exam a child lists Indian products curry pepper rice citron and chillies while the examiner asks what comes after. The pupil stalls then another student jokes India-gestion. The phrase plays on a safe being an open secret.
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India
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