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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1908
Page
3
A historical puff praises a widely advertised remedy Syrup of Migs mel ixitot Spang as an ethical family product approved by physicians and well informed international buyers. It urges readers to obtain the authentic version matured by Caulifiryi Syrup Co and sold by leading druggists.
Weather stresses livestock as feed quality falls. Farmers mix home remedies from germ powder and willow charcoal to aid cattle and horses. Also notes social quips and product ads on foot care and a gelatin dessert promotion.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a caustic exchange about a careless man and a digressive rant mentioning North Cle, Dakota Land Free, Dr. McMahon, and Endicott Building in St Paul. It references laziness, dirty world, Garfield Tea, skin sallow, coated tongue, and frequent headaches.
A Washington column portrays women lobbyists as a mixed, often distrusted force at the Capitol. It describes corridors crowded with beggars and beguilers, the men avoiding meetings, and women in somber dress waiting at doors for interviews, provoking sympathy and scorn in equal measure.
A discussion of George von Lengerke Meyer misrendered as van Meyer or von Meyer, reflecting widespread mispronunciation and misaddress. The piece notes magazine depictions, elevator card edits, and public confusion, with no clear remedy in sight.
A political profile recalls how Uncle Joe Cannon sought power and longevity in Congress. He told friends his aim was not the presidency but a public funded funeral and a lasting legacy in the House. Hale of Maine challenged him on resigning as his term neared.
Washington buzzed over Pete the bulldog reportedly reappearing at the White House after a period of uncertainty. Presidents, senators, and diplomats tracked the story as the canine symbol of morale drew attention from cabinet members and staff.
A farm setup showcases concrete stalls in a dairy barn with heat floor and simple stair layouts. Cows have ample room yet stay off each other as stalls measure 348 feet and lie down without crowding. Chain ties secure the rear ends and the manger sits level with the floor for easy cleaning. No woodwork remains, enabling quick manure removal and adaptable use of the space.
An article on stable dust sources from hay and bedding, noting how dry hay and straw introduce dust and molds that contaminate milk. It stresses washing cows before milking, keeping hay dust down, and overall care to prevent off flavors and disease, urging farmers to improve stable cleanliness and milk quality.
A historical note outlines a daily ration for a 4200 pound cow producing 20 pounds of 2.5 percent milk, detailing feed percentages and energy balances. It discusses carbohydrate and fat content, concentrates, and the relation of grain to milk fat, with guidance to split feed between morning and night and adjust grain as milk fat changes.
Farmers are urged to keep cows healthy and clean to ensure pure wholesome milk. Use a covered milk pail to prevent germs, avoid exposing milk to objectionable flavors, and manage feeding and milking practices to maximize production and safety.
A farmer describes a concrete nine foot high cow stable with south and north windows, six by four inches, arranged to maximize sunlight. He notes windows located five feet up on the south side for cow light and six feet up on the opposite side for plant light, claiming the stable is consistently warm and sweet. The narration includes a fragmented reminiscence about buying the farm and missing previous features.
A farmer’s note describes a do it yourself stanchion opener. Use a knot free board strip cut to form four rounded poles joined together. Bend a heavy wire as shown, attach twine to the stanchion and pole with staples, create a crank to release cows once turned.
The article argues against feeding calves with whole milk due to cost, recommending a staged plan starting after two weeks with skim milk, then full skim by three weeks. It warns against overfeeding, stresses warm milk, clean pails, and adding oats once calves are old enough, noting debates among farmers about skim milk viability.
Thomas Sawataky of Herbert Saskatchewan testifies about his crop yields and prices in Western Canada. He states wheat production on 70 acres yielded about 7,750 bushels at 10 cents per bushel, with oats and barley also produced. he claims net profit from the year and argues the market conditions affect farmers. He also comments on advertisement usage and expresses pride in his statements.
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