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An investigation of the physical properties of a sintered tungsten-nickel-iron alloy
(University of Missouri--Columbia., 1962)
"The purpose of this investigation was ( 1) to determine the physical properties and characteristics of the M-3000 alloy and its matrix; and (2) to determine the rolling and recrystallization characteristics of the M-3000 alloy. The investigation...
Investigations on complement fixation in hog cholera
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1915)
Abstract taken from first paragraph of the Introduction section of this thesis: At the present time no biologic test for the diagnosis of hog cholera exists by means of which the presence of the disease in a herd can be ...
Place names of five southeast counties of Missouri
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1944)
...This sixteenth study, a continuation of the project, covers one of the most interesting sections of the state. The district of the Sainte Genevieve was one of the political divisions in what is now Missouri during the French and Spanish...
The effect of different nutritive planes upon the economy of gain and the rate of growth of young cattle
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1909)
This investigation was undertaken in order that something might be learned concerning: (a) the cost of maintenance of live weight in ungrown cattle; (b) the effect of a maintenance ration upon the condition of ungrown cattle; (c) the effect...
The extraction and recovery of radium from low grade American pitchblende ores
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1918)
The pitchblende deposits of the United States are widely distributed, altho the most extensive deopsits are found in Colorado. In the past many of them yielded ore carrying high percentages of uranium oxie (U[subscript 3]O[subscript 8]), sometimes...
Age as a factor in animal breeding
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1912)
Text from the Introduction: Animal breeding to-day offers opportunities for scientific study and research. We find two classes of men engaged in the breeding of domestic animals: First: The practical breeder, who wishes ...
Study of levels of living in three southeast Missouri counties
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1937)
Preliminary statement: Purpose: The purpose of the study was to ascertain something of the levels of living of farm and village families in a selected area in Southeast Missouri. Particular emphasis is given to the tenure groups: owner, renter...
Place names in the southwest counties of Missouri
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1930)
Counties: Barton, Cedar, Dade, Greene, Jasper, Lawrence, Newton, and Polk...
"This thesis is a record of a careful research into the origin of the place-names in eight of the counties in the southwest part of Missouri. These counties are Barton, Cedar, Dade, Greene, Jasper, Lawrence, Newton, and Polk. These counties lie...
"This thesis is a record of a careful research into the origin of the place-names in eight of the counties in the southwest part of Missouri. These counties are Barton, Cedar, Dade, Greene, Jasper, Lawrence, Newton, and Polk. These counties lie...
An investigation of the dipping and fumigation of nusery stock
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1917)
Text from page 3: While engaged in the work, many problems, confronting the nurserymen, concerning the eradication of San Jose scale from nursery stock, have been brought to his attention. As a result, a number of experiments have been made to test...
Development of manual arts instruction in cities of the United States
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1918)
of life down to the present bifurcation into the distinct fields of (1) general manual arts courses in the common schools and (2) special vocational courses in trade and vocational schools under public control."...
A method of sociological investigation
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1913)
"It is the purpose of the author of this thesis to present, from his limited experience as a social surveyor and from a rather extended study of social surveys, the meaning and value of the survey method to the science of ...
The spermatogenesis of Sceloporus undulatus
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1915)
Text taken from page 8 of the Introduction section of this thesis: The present research was undertaken in the spring of 1913 at the suggestion of Dr. George Lefevre and is an attempt at tracing the behavior of the chromosomes ...
The effect of oil on permeability of Portland cement mortar
(University of Missouri, 1915)
In the past few years, since the use of concrete has come into such general use, the great question which has come about is to the possibilities of making it watertight. Several different materials have been proven to be ...
A study of types of farming in the U.S. by the farm management survey method
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1919)
The following study was made to get an insight into the conditions and farm practices of six different types of farming in the United States from the standpoint of farm management. Previous work along this line indicates ...
The effect of soil texture, water supply, and nutrient supply upon the root development of maize
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1914)
After summarizing previous experiments pertaining to soil texture, water supply, and nutrient supply on various plants, specifically grains, he details his own experiments on these effects on the root development of maize. ...
Investigation upon the nitrogen, phosphorus, sulfur, and ash content of three beef animals, with special study upon the forms of sulfur
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1917)
This thesis explores the chemical composition of beef cattle, with special attention given to nitrogen, phosphorus, sulfur, and ash content. A review of previous research is provided as well as a description of an experiment ...
Life and work of George Caleb Bingham
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1914)
Attracted by the artists of the periods of great art activity, we are likely to forget those who have kept the light burning when conditions have been most unfavorable. The wonder is often expressed concerning Bingham that ...
Training teachers for trade and individual subjects
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1919)
"As an evidence of the great and constantly increasing need for industrial education it is only necessary to note the enormous industrial development of this nation. This was further emphasized during the recent war by the ...
The effects of stress upon erythrocyte resistance in pedigree clean, known carrier and dwarf beef cattle
(University of Missouri., 1958)
is engaged in the ever growing battle against this problem. Although increased numbers of inquiries are comforting in one sense they are not uncommon when a situation reaches the magnitude now assigned to dwarfism . It is through reference the them, however...
Effective cooperation between rural school patrons and the schools
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 1911)
In 1909, ten states had commissions searching out the causes of the wretched condition of schools in the country and villages. While the city schools have improved their courses of study, erected fine buildings, and are ...