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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1927
Page
5
An Ohio agricultural note reports Timothy seed germination tests with only 2 percent to 5 percent viability in samples, while others reach up to 90 percent. The report warns of poor quality in this year’s crop, advises limiting use of inferior seed, and suggests increasing sowing rates to achieve a good stand if replanted.
Virginia children suffer homelessness and neglect as the Children's Home Society seeks funds. Fill and sign the form, mail to John I Sloat in Winchester or deliver to a local committee chaired by John W. Rosenberger and P. H. Gold, with donations urged promptly.
The USDA tests twelve carloads from Oklahoma to eastern markets find average loss per case of 1.87 cents with damages classified as blind checks and leakers. Four packing methods and hay or straw buffing with wooden bracing were compared, using impact records and destination checks. A circular, Wo. 801-C, explains values per dozen and where to obtain a copy.
New York State College of Agriculture foresters urge farmers to reforest idle land and plant woodlots. They argue many farms overlook tree growing and that home wood for fires exceeds lumber demand, turning well managed native trees into bankable assets.
The text notes a belief that birds cannot distinguish colors, while bees and many other insects possess color vision. It contrasts avian and insect color perception to highlight differing visual capabilities.
The schedule shows multiple departures for Roanoke, Bristol, Bluefield, Williamson, Norton with connections to Waynesboro and beyond. Includes Pullman sleepers to Williamson and Bristol, dining car, and connections at Roanoke with Memphis Spectator, Chattanooga, Nashville and Memphis. Also lists locals to Roanoke, Hagerstown, Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia and routes to New York. For fares and reservations contact Barcoeville Virginia and Roanoke Virginia agents.
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