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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 10, 1921

Page

3

Public Auction of Frederick County Land in Winchester Va

Special commissioners announce sale of two acre parcel in Frederick County on the Middle Road near Ginns. The property includes a two story frame dwelling and outbuildings with apple trees, previously conveyed to George W Graves by Fannie Marie Chapman et al in 1908. Sale July 23 1921 at 11 a.m. at the county courthouse under a 6 percent interest bond payable from date of sale.

E A. Rogers George W. Graves Frederick County Winchester Frederick Ginn Géorge W. Graves Fannie Marie-Chapman

Poultry Packing Methods Highlight Public Health Risks

A government circular stresses that improper poultry packing and chilling endangers public health and lowers market prices. It notes chickens must be cooled to 82 F, kept in clean pockets, and packed with care to avoid bruising, with boxes and branding improving market appeal.

Powtry” Co Va Department of Agticus“ghesé Sputieidhe

Increased nitrogen supply for crops through soil care and rotation

The article outlines methods to raise nitrogen for plants using soil treatment crop rotation added phosphate and limestone and plowing under legumes with stable manure. It notes older soils in the East and South may profit from commercial nitrogen and suggests pairing heavy nitrogen users with light users on good practice farms.

Plan to Destroy Cutworms in the Garden

Plan to control cutworms involves going outdoors after dark with a flashlight to search and kill pests on the surface. Use repellent methods rather than polyoned mash, aiming for a quick and reliable reduction in infestations.

Harness Care and Longevity for Leather Harness

Properly cared for leather harness lasts many years. A well weighted harness suited to work is more economical than a heavier one. With good care, a harness can last at least 15 years and many families have harnesses in service 25 years or longer.

Keeping Down Stable Flies Through Proper Farm Waste Care

Stable fly numbers can be reduced by proper disposal of stable refuse and by stacking or disposing of straw in ways that do not attract flies. Control measures are described in Farmers' Bulletin 1007, available free from the Division of Publications, Washington, D. C.

Bulletite Pub- Heattons Washington, D. C

Forest Trees Add Value On Farm Lands

Forest trees grown on farms increase land value and beauty. They provide cordwood and shelter livestock, while protecting buildings from heat in summer and cold in winter. They can often be grown on soils too poor for regular crops or on steep slopes.

Limestone Application Timing and Rates

Limestone may be applied any time when conditions suit field access and harvest schedules. Best results occur in late autumn or winter. Apply when soil is very sour and at a rate of one to two and a half tons per acre. Generally not needed more than once every four to six years.

Baldwin Apple Tree Still Bears After 120 Years

An old Baldwin apple tree on the Baldwin estate near Webern remains productive after over a century. Col. Maiden noted the wild growth of the tree, which was cultivated and saved, highlighting the Baldwin apple as a storied successor to early orchards.

Baldwin Estate Webern Masa Col

Poultry Manure as a Fertilizer Asset for Farms

Massachusetts station recommends using poultry manure mixed with high-grade sulfate potash and acid phosphate totaling 2000 pounds for orchard fertilization. The approximate analysis shows nitrogen 1.1 percent phosphoric acid 83.8 percent and potash 45 percent. It also notes use on strawberry patches with 1000 pounds for targeted nutrient delivery.

Massachusetts Mased

Propagation of Dewberries From Root Pieces and Suckers

Dewberries propagate from suckers and roots. Roots are cut into small pieces and planted to start new plants. Roots sprout to form shoots when placed in beds or bet fields. Wild plants are often suitable for propagation.

Pdtsony

Pleasant Valley Annual Mountain School Event

All day Pacric presents the Pleasant Valley annual Mountain School event inviting everyone with refreshments available. Schedule notes the gathering lasting through the day.

Pacric

Public Sale of Limestone Land in Frederick County Virginia

By virtue of a deed the tract lies four miles north of Stephenson near Winchester. The land offers good quality limestone with improved schools nearby and immediate or deferred payment options. Sale day includes bonds for two years with interest, secured by a deed to the property. Auctioneers Duvall & Donn announce final terms.

Stephénton Radericn Ronty Virginia Winchéster

Desmond Grady seeks divorce from non resident Grady

In Winchester Corporation Court Alice B. Grady sues Vi. Lloyd Grady for absolute divorce on desertion after three years. An affidavit shows the defendant is a non resident. he must appear within fifteen days to protect his interests. A notice will be published weekly for four weeks in The Evening Star and posted at the court house door.

Lloyd Grady Evening Star Winchester Courthose J. B. Beverley Warren Ric

Plan for moisture supply in orchard fertilizer use

The article emphasizes that moisture level governs fertilizer effectiveness in orchards. Even with ample fertilizer, insufficient moisture prevents trees from utilizing inputs. Maintaining soil moisture through good tillage and proper soil mulch is essential for optimal results.

Rev Mr White Accepts Call to Mooreville Church

The Rev I Aghtini White of Hexnferson North Carolina has accepted a call to the Presbyterian Church in Mooreville and will move his family there on October 1. He formerly served as pastor at Bunke Ail and Gerrardstown and breathed at both places on Sunday July 3.

MR. White I. Aghtini White Hexnferson N. C Presbyterian Church Moore‘ Ville Th Presbyterian Bunke Ail Gerrardstown Sundey

Mrs Henry H Little Heads to New York State

Mrs Henry H Little of Norfort Va has spent part of the summer with her mother Mrs D B Conrad on West Water street and has now gone to New York State where she will be for the re-

Henry H. Little Norfort Va D. B. Conrad Weat Water Street New York State

Training Beech Trees Low for Better U.S. Forest Health

The piece argues training beech trees low to reduce airless damage from vandals and to improve tree vigor. It notes beech and birch suffer when kept too high and suggests landowners can overcome objections by training limbs lower to favor growth.

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