Municipal water and light funds face losses and mismanagement
A historical critique reviews municipal ownership costs in water and electric light services. It notes deficits, overdrafts, and long-term burdens from repairs and new equipment, arguing for improved public oversight, transparency, and professional management to curb waste and ensure fair charges. The piece contrasts private versus public ownership costs and urges civic education through press coverage. It also includes social and gender observations on journalism and a light anecdote about a Marine Barracks visit and a humorous domestic tale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ares
G Pénnell
Murimere
Joseph K.nowles
Yomas
Newspathe Water Fund
Treasury
Washington Society
Mirador
Pritas
Moines
Algona
Alregs
Lce
Sheep and hog care rules from Farmers' Review note
An extended Farmers' Review piece details practical sheep and hog management. It stresses disease protection, proper housing, regular feeding with varied grains and vegetables, water access, and careful monitoring to keep stock healthy, thriving through winter and into spring.
Separating Milk For Pigs Sparks Feeding Debate
Prof William Deltrich of the Illinois experimental station argues that warm skim milk is natural pig feed and should not hurt pigs. Cited issues include digestive troubles from sudden feed changes and overfeeding. skim milk’s higher protein may upset digestion if not balanced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William’Deltrich
Linois Experimental Station
Boar Management: Adequate Pen and Acre Yard Needed
Farmers are urged to keep breeding boars in a sturdy pen with a separate acre sized yard. Avoid crowding in a small dirty enclosure and provide space for exercise away from other hogs to promote health and vitality.
Sheep and wool growth urged for the nation
A writer urges farmers to expand sheep growing. The piece advocates domestic wool production and exports to improve national supply and benefit every household.
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Geders
Heatherbloom
Ie Strickest
House of Representatives
Republi
Ohio
Kansas
Balata
Washington
Society Reporter
United States
Europe
Daily Press
Thas
Ple
Whlun- Oe
Marine Barracks
Maryland
Bill
Willam
Dolly
William
Urbey Uke
Ue Eiguase
Drawers
Annie
Chis
Nj Cross
van Netta
Confron
Spe
Abingdon
Quin
Henry
Joe
St. August
Avon
Bushnell
Macomb
Harge
Erratt
Bushnell Creek
Luctor Goodrich
Fury
Strange
Ser
Hoewn
Canven
Meyers’ Farm
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