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Agricultural Research In South Dakota: Fifty-Seventh Annual Station Report, July 1, 1943 - June 30, 1944, South Dakota State College Of Agriculture And Mechanic Arts

Agricultural Experiment Station and Research Farm Annual Reports

No abstract provided.

Index To Volume Xii, Jane B. Swenk

Nebraska Bird Review

Abies lasiocarpa, 41.

Alectoris graeca chukar, 2.

Audubon Wildlife Screen Tours, 22, 56.

Avocet, 34.

Bald pate, 33.

Bartramia longicauda, 2.

Bittern, American, 13, 21, 33.

Blackbird, Brewer’s, 38; Red-winged, 9, 13, 38; Rusty, 16, 38; Yellow-headed, 13, 21, 38.

Blinco, Mrs. George, Article by, 8–9.

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Woodpecker, Eastern Hairy, 13, 15, 16, 21, 35; Lewis’s, 35; Northern Downy, 13, 15, 16, 21, 30, 35; Red-bellied, 13, 15, 16, 21, 30, 35; Red-headed, 16, 21, 28, 35.

Wren, Bewick’s, 36, 43; Carolina, 36; House, 27, 30, 36; Prairie Marsh, 36; Western House, 9, 10, 13, …

Nebraska Bird Review (January-June 1944) 12(1), Whole Issue

Nebraska Bird Review

Contents

Distribution of Upland Game Birds in Nebraska,
By Levi L. Mohler ............................... 1

General Notes .................................. 7

Minutes of the Forty-fourth Annual Meeting ............................ 17

Report on the Forty-first Annual Field Day ................................ 21

Miscellaneous ...................................... 22

North American Prairie, J. E. Weaver

Papers of John E. Weaver (1884–1956)

From the highlands of central Mexico across the entire United States and northward into Canada extends the great mid-continental prairie. On the east it is in contact with the deciduous forest. From this central mass the prairie extends westward beyond the Rocky Mountains across Wyoming into eastern Utah, and southwestward through northern New Mexico in to northern Arizona. The Palouse Grasslands occurred in eastern Oregon and Washington, and other parts of the far Northwest. The Pacific Prairie was found in the Great Valley of California, and the-Desert Plains Grassland still occupies much of southern Arizona and New Mexico and southwestern …

Recovery Of Midwestern Prairies From Drought, John E. Weaver

Papers of John E. Weaver (1884–1956)

The long period of desiccation, which began in 1934, finally terminated in 1940. The western portion of True Prairie was greatly decimated and a veritable mosaic of types of vegetation resulted. These ranged from well-preserved relict communities of bluestems (Andropogon) to mixed stands of grasses on nearly bared soil, but included communities of western wheat grass (Agropyron smithii) , short grasses (Bouteloua gracilis and Buchloe dactyloides) , needle grass (Stipa spartea), and prairie drop seed (Sporobolus heterolepis) . These types varied in size from a few square rods to many …

Ec44-5-116 Christmas At Wartime, Clara M. Newleee

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Should we celebrate Christmas during war times? Why not? Does it help the heartache to sit glumly in the corner and moan? Will this help one or will it help the boy or girl in the service of his or her country? In these war times with all their bad influences and horrible happenings we need to keep up at home every type of mellowing influence and to search out all the inspirational ideals available.

It's fun to make gifts. Much of the joy of Christmas comes in the anticipation and preparation. The making of gifts adds personal touch for …

A Suggestion As To The Cause Of Glaciation: The Reciprocal Reinforcement Theory, John D. Boon Sr.

Field and Laboratory

The temperature of the earth depends largely upon the energy received from the sun, and the promptness with which this energy is returned to space. In the long run the energy received by the earth must be equal to that given out. If the energy received is returned at once, it will have no effect upon the temperature of the earth. In this case the earth will be just as cold as it would be if the sun did not exist. This means, of course, that there must be a lag in the return of solar energy if it is …

Natrix As A Predator Of Fish In The Dallas Area, Pierre Fontaine

Field and Laboratory

The common non-poisonous water snake, Natrix, has long been recognized as one of the greatest predators, the cause of considerable destruction of fish in our lakes and streams.

Horizon Angle And Its Relation To The Altitude Of The Observer, John D. Boon Sr.

Field and Laboratory

The writer received a letter from Mr. B. V. Myrick, USAACR, Flight Instructor at Vernon, Texas, asking for information concerning the value of the Horizon Angle as seen from different altitudes above the surface of the earth.

A New Form Of Hesperia Metea Scudder From Texas (Lepidoptera Hesperiidae), H. A. Freeman

Field and Laboratory

Hesperia metea belfragei new form. [Description follows.]

William Douglas Wallach, Pioneer Hydrographer Of Texas, S. W. Geiser

Field and Laboratory

A recent issue of the Southwest Review gives an account of some phases of the life of William Douglas Wallach (1812-71), noted editor of the Washington Evening Star (1853-67), and at an earlier period (1838-45) surveyor and newspaper editor in Texas. To an historian of scientific work and exploration in Early Texas, the career of Wallach is of especial interest. Almost the first hydrographic work on inland coast-wise waters of the State was done by Wallach in his survey of part of Matagorda Bay, 1839 (at the request and expense of the Board of Aldermen of Matagorda.

Influence Of Aspen, Young Lodgepole Pine, And Open Grassland Types Upon Factors Affecting Water Yield, E.G. Dunford, C.H. Niederhof

Aspen Bibliography

Burned and cutover lands in the Rocky Mountains present a distinct problem in watershed management. Many of these areas support a cover of grass or aspen rather than their original stand of lodgepole pine or spruce. Generally the new cover provides adequate protection from erosion, but there has been question regarding its other watershed qualities. In order to evaluate some of these qualities this preliminary study was undertaken in Colorado. The results indicate that, from the standpoint of water available for streamflow, aspen and grass are probably superior to a dense coniferous forest.

101 Refrigerator Helps, General Motors, Frigidaire Division

Pamphlets

This pamphlet was published for all refrigerator users by Frigidaire Division of General Motors. It contains information on how to store and keep food properly, how to look after your refrigerator and contains tested recipes.

The pamphlet was published as a companion piece to Frigidare's ''Wartime Suggestions'' book.

Contains an advertisiment for Frigidaire Division, General Motors.

The slogan ''Conserve Food, Share Food, Play Square with Food'' is on the back cover.

Freezing Fruits And Vegetables, Minerva Kellogg

Agricultural Experiment Station Home Economics Pamphlets (1943-1957)

More fruits and vegetables have been produced for home use this year than for any previous year for some time, and methods of preserving this food are needed. Canning is, of course, always a good method, but since the homemaker may not be able to obtain tin and rubber for containers, she must seek other ways to save her surplus garden products. The sharp freezing and storage of foods is one of the new and popular methods of preserving fruits and vegetables. Locker plants operating in South Dakota offer freezing service and many of them butcher and package meat. A …

Guide For New Farmers Of America, Third Edition, New Farmers Of America

Documents

The third edition of the Guide for New Farmers of America, the national organization for students studying vocational agriculture. Prepared and Published by the New Farmers of America. Revised in 1944.

Common Distributional Pattern In Geographical Ranges Of Plant Species And The Problem Of Center Of Origin, C. W. Sharsmith

Journal of the Minnesota Academy of Science

No abstract provided.

Abstract Papers

Journal of the Minnesota Academy of Science

No abstract provided.

Volume Tables For Connecticut Hardwoods, Walter H. Meyer, Raymond Kienholz

Yale School of the Environment Bulletin Series

No abstract provided.

Effects Of Drought, Dust, And Intensity Of Grazing On Cover And Yield Of Short-Grass Pastures, F. W. Albertson, J. E. Weaver

Department of Agronomy and Horticulture: Faculty Publications

The vast range lands of western Kansas occupy approximately one half of that area. They are now recovering from the terrible destruction wrought by overgrazing, drought, and dust-burial during the past decade. Since grass is man's most powerful ally in soil and water conservation, since pastures are tremendously important as the cheapest and most satisfactory feed for cattle, and since the recovery of the western range is not only an economic problem of great importance but a phenomenon of outstanding ecological interest, the redevelopment of the plant cover warrants careful investigation.

Twenty Years Agricultural Statistics For South Dakota 1924 - 1943, C.R. Hoglund

Agricultural Experiment Station Agricultural Economics Pamphlets (1941-1991)

The purpose of this pamphlet is to bring together into a single volume, pertinent crop and livestock statistics which will be useful in determining wartime and post-war adjustments- In South Dakota agriculture. This data should be particularly useful in developing recommendations for adjustments on the county and type-of farming area levels. Information on land use; crop acres, yield and production; size of farm and livestock numbers and production are given for counties, production areas and for the state as a v/hole for the period 1924-43. Statistical data, particularly on livestock, was not complete enough prior to 1924 to allow for …

North And South Dakota Horticulture, December 1943, North And South Dakota State Horticultural Societies

North and South Dakota Horticulture

Volume 16, Number 12

The Ringbilled Gull, O.A. Stevens
Newslants, H.A. Graves
The Hurley Fruit Farm, H.R. Woodward
Garden Notes, W.E.H. Porter
Manitoba News Letter, W.R. Leslie
President's Corner, H.J. Donaldson
Garden Club Gleanings, Mrs. G.M. Jorgensen
Book Reviews, Mrs. F. Briley
Questions and Answers, S.A. McCrory
The Question of Hardiness, Dr. G.F. Will
Fruit and Vegetable Notes, F.X. Wallner

External Parasites Of Poultry And Methods For Their Control, O. S. Bare

Nebraska Agricultural Experiment Station: Historical Circulars

External parasites cause severe losses to Nebraska poultry producers each year, and in many cases may be the deciding factor between success and failure. Under present circumstances, when maximum production is essential, prompt and effective measures must be taken to hold these saboteurs in check.

A New Race Of Brown-Headed Chickadee From Northern Washington, Alden H. Miller

Occasional Papers of the Museum of Natural Science, Louisiana State University

No abstract provided.

Birds Of Linares And Galeana, Nuevo León, Mexico, George Miksch Sutton, Olin Sewall Pettingill Jr.

Occasional Papers of the Museum of Natural Science, Louisiana State University

No abstract provided.

The Yellow-Crowned Night Heron Of Socorro Island, Mexico, A. J. Van Rossem

Occasional Papers of the Museum of Natural Science, Louisiana State University

No abstract provided.

Check-List Of The Mammals Of Louisiana And Adjacent Waters, George H. Lowery Jr.

Occasional Papers of the Museum of Natural Science, Louisiana State University

No abstract provided.

Technique For Testing Consumer Preferences, With Special Reference To The Constituents Of Ice Cream, A, C.I. Bliss, E.O. Anderson, R.E. Marland

Storrs Agricultural Experiment Station

No abstract provided.

North And South Dakota Horticulture, November 1943, North And South Dakota State Horticultural Societies

North and South Dakota Horticulture

Volume 16, Number 11

White-throated Sparrow, O.A. Stevens
Newslants, H.A. Graves
Manitoba News Letter, W.R. Leslie
Garden Notes, W.E.H. Porter
Epistle to Horticulturians, H.E. Beebe
Garden Club Gleanings, Mrs. G.M. Jorgensen
President's Corner, H.J. Donaldson
Falling Leaves, H.R. Woodward
Secretary's Corner, W.A. Simmons
Fruit and Vegetable Notes, F.X. Wallner

Controlling Stored-Grain Pests On Nebraska Farms, H. D. Tate, D. B. Whelan

Nebraska Agricultural Experiment Station: Historical Circulars

Warfare against destructive insects is not ended when grain has been placed in the bin. Here it is subject to attack by stored-grain pests which reduce its weight, feeding quality, and value for seed. These losses become especially serious when large stocks of grain are held for extended periods on farms and in warehouses. This circular describes methods available for handling and storage that will prevent or suppress infestations before they reach serious proportions.

North And South Dakota Horticulture, October 1943, North And South Dakota State Horticultural Societies

North and South Dakota Horticulture

Volume 16, Number 10

Smith's Longspur, Dr. O.A. Stevens
Newslants, H.A. Graves
Manitoba News Letter, W.R. Leslie
Garden Notes, W.E.H. Porter
Big Trees, H.R. Woodward
Garden Club Gleanings, Mrs. G.M. Jorgensen
New Hampshire Experiments, Dr. A.F. Yeager
President's Corner, H.J. Donaldson
Fruit and Vegetable Notes, F.X. Wallner
Secretary's Corner, W.A. Simmons