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Newspaper
Algona Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1892
Page
5
James Wilson outlines winter dairying profits in Iowa towns with cows yielding about 80 dollars yearly and young heifers selling for two cents a pound. He praises dairy efforts, discusses butter storage tips, drainage needs, corn feeding, and the Ames college dairy program, while noting cattle, sheep, and milk fat globule findings for cheese quality.
The piece weighs fall feed crops versus rape and sweet corn for dairy farms, notes wool use rising since 1841 with domestic production edging out imports, and argues cheese quality depends on balanced fat and casein. It credits Capt Speer for progress and describes Iowa State dairy station efforts to push cheese production and practical farm applications.
Bulletin 16 from the Town station reports flax with about 35 percent oil is palatable and safe for animals. The Amex mill ground flax easily, aiding farmers to feed their own flax when cheap. Early feeding tests suggest two pounds per full corn ration benefits calves. further notes to follow.
The article discusses balancing protein and carbohydrate feeds for cattle. It notes that four to five pounds daily during mid feeding and eight pounds of flax meal daily if flax is cheap can be safe after gradual buildup. It warns about coating by albuminous feeds and urges farmers to test feeding levels, citing Iowa station as a starting point.
Brooziny Iowa readers ask about sowing flax on sod versus corn, ice storage without sawdust, separator versus gathered cream, best grain for work horses and salt use. Also advice on pushing pigs with oil meal, feeding rates, and sugar beet and potato effects on milk butter quality.
A farm writer is urged to expose bogus tree peddlers who travel with Nebraska grown stock. The piece warns buyers to consult horticultural societies and to scrutinize agents who tailor talk to individuals. It cautions against trusting slick weather flattery or impersonations and notes honest nurseries exist alongside deceitful ones. Ripans Tabules mentioned.
The article urges practical road improvements using native materials where stone or gravel are scarce, detailing grading, drainage, and seasonal considerations. It also provides strict Ames State creamery directions for clean milking, water supply, utensil care, cooling, and delivery to ensure quality dairy products and higher prices. It ends with small notices for medical treatments and free health literature.
An 1890s style collage of testimonials touts Dr King s New Discovery Kemp s Balsam and Dr Li A Sheets products for coughs colds and throat and chest illnesses. It notes trial bottles free at a local drug store and guarantees refunds if unsatisfied. Also mentions travel deals for Sons of Veterans encampment with rail fare details.
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