Good Roads As Crop Producers Boost County Output
United States Department of Agriculture studies in Vil na show improved roads in Alvania county lifted crop yields by over 45 percent in two years and dairy products by around 140 percent. Wheat up 69 percent, tobacco up 31 percent, and overall farm output rose as road transport costs fell from 20 to 12 cents per ton mile, saving about 41 000 annually on 520 000 ton miles. The county invested 100 000, yielding substantial real profit through increased efficiency and farm capacity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fes
United States Department of Agriculture
Vilna
Alvania
Spotsylvania
Ofie
Who Makes Money Farming And How
In Farm and Fireside the Washington correspondent notes a Government survey of 700 plus farms in Indiana Illinois and Iowa showing larger farms profit more per dollar invested and small farms pay lower wages or none after costs. It covers ownership split with about half owner operated and rest tenant across the states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farm and Fireside
National Farm Paper
Springfield
Ohio
Judson C. Welliver
Ashington
Indiana
Illinois
Iowa
Onter
Minois
Towa
Picnic at Seiwert’s for piano helpers next Sunday
Mrs. F. P. Siewert invites friends who aided in the recent piano contest to a picnic at her home north of the ay next Sunday. Attendees should bring their lunch and ice cream and lemonade will be served by Mrs. Siewert.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. P. Siewert
the Ay
Home Water and Sewer System in Iowa Farm Home
A Farm and Fireside excerpt by James A. King reviews a modernized farm house with integrated water and sewer systems. He argues new developments let rural homes gain furnace heat, water works, and sewer advantages previously limited to city life, without extra cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James A. King
Iowa
Ice
Boosting for Fair At Williams County Event
Several Williston citizens took part in a boosting trip for the Wildrose county Williams County Fair. The effort supports fair activities and community involvement in the local event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williston
Wildrose
Williams County
Livestock and rotation form key to soil fertility
The article argues that farming must integrate livestock to maintain soil fertility rather than crop rotation alone. It cites England, Ireland, and the dairy sector, discusses types of stock suited to markets, and stresses training and ownership to build a future breeding herd including dairy cows, beef cattle, horses, and mules. It also covers silos, construction, and silage efficiency as part of a modern livestock system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallace
England
Ireland
United States Department of Agriculture
Corn Belt
Planning for the silo and silage use on farms
The article argues silage benefits dairy and beef cattle, urging farmers in the corn belt to adopt silos if livestock feed is needed. It warns against oversized silos with too little height, recommending a height at least twice the diameter to ensure proper storage and market viability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jews State College
Ames
Allos
Wallace
Corn Belt
Co operation as a civic driver in modern municipalities
The text argues that cooperation defines progress, with cities modernizing as industrial and commercial hubs rather than political entities. It stresses citizens should collaborate beyond competition, as community problems are interwoven and affect commercial welfare, prompting Commercial Club activities to cover broad community endeavors.
Women Born Shoppers In Local Store Visit
A man browses a shop taking a curry comb and an apple, pays with a dollar, and exits. Minutes later a woman enters, views several items, rejects them, then settles on a chosen purchase after careful inspection. She notes other items for later.
Woman Drowned in Water Trough Near Minot, North Dakota
Mrs Martha Nenninger a 28 year old wife of farmer William Nenninger living north of Minot died when she fell unconscious during an epileptic attack and drowned in a shallow watering trough about two feet deep. The coroner will hold an inquest at Sawyer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minot
N. D
Martha Nenninger
Oha
Brads
Nenni
Norton
Gee
Nen- Si Tener
Sawyer
Shareholders Seek Court Exam Of Equity Co operative Exchange
Fargo shareholders file writ of mandamus alleging $8,670 stock impairment and annual deficits under current management. Petition claims assets wasted and books improperly kept, seeking court-ordered examination of records and investigation of the Minneapolis office contract and office expenses.
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Fred Schmidt
Greenfield & Crompton
Petiioners
Exchange
Judge Engerod
Cir
Grai Jacers
J. M. Anderton
Don
Petit
George
Minneapolis
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Farm Department
Seiwert’s
Ivory
Martin Nenniger
RO Eath
Co-Operative Exchange
THE
P.O. Box
Leland Cafe
Williston Mill CO
Williston, N. D
Williston State Bank
General Banking
M. Hydle
A. Solberg
V-Pres
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