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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1895
Page
3
Keokuk Iowa letter argues corn belt superiority for meats and dairy. It notes cattle fed on corn yield cheaper beef, oats feeding methods for dairy cows, and warns European competition will not overturn corn fed advantages.
Weather bulletin notes past week offered favorable temperatures and moisture for ripening crops and farm work. Corn conditions improved despite drought in some areas as harvests proceed. Plowing, seeding and potato prospects look promising, pastures generally good.
James Wilson editor responds to farm and stock yard questions from Ames readers. The column offers guidance and practical tips for farmers and livestock handlers within the local community.
The article discusses feed practices and breed improvements for cattle sheep and hogs, noting European value of first class horses, nutrition ideas using oats and corn for fattening and growth, and guidelines for calves and dairy heifers. It cites Professor Henry and Georgeson, new dairy fat and protein calculations, and cautions on clover hardiness and weather impacts. It also critiques trade and pass policies in agricultural markets.
The article advises handling corn fodder to avoid heat in large piles with high moisture and suggests shredding or cutting, venting, or using frame racks. It discusses separating corn from fodder, timing harvester cuts, and notes Jersey and Holstein milk differences in fat nitrogen and minerals for infant feeding implications.
Australians warn that London market doom for U S cattle is sealed as South Sea island producers offer cheaper beef. Only well bred, well fed stock may survive while new ranching in distant countries undercuts American quality meat.
Questions answered on feeding oats to cows. The user notes a recommendation to feed oats and asks whether the oats should be ground and if there are any dangers. The fragment suggests dairy or livestock guidance discussions.
C F Schell of North English Iowa favors shredded fodder as potentially better though five years of feeding cut fodder have shown no mouth injuries. He notes all methods—cutting shredding threshing—are under study as fodder reduction evolves and machinery improves with focus on the grain side.
The author advises spring plowing for meadow and corn, with deeper falls plowing in September for moisture and decomposition. Planting after May 25 on new sod reduces cutworm risk, while early May sod plowing tends to loss from worms. planting late May on sod yields earlier ripening and good crops.
A lecture by Dp. A. Kent explains the dollar as a unit of exchange and labor value. It emphasizes that one dollar equals ten hours of work and warns that spending on frivolities wastes future labor. It urges saving, prudent use, and less focus on silver, stressing the need to value work and thrift.
A Rushford New York editor cites a letter from an Iowa resident praising Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy, Pain Balm, and Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for reliability in treating colds rheumatism and bowel issues. The piece notes these medicines have been used in Iowa for nearly 25 years and are sold by local druggists.
North Western Line offers discounted excursion tickets to Toledo for the County Fair. Tickets on sale September 23 to 27, good for return until September 28, 1895. For tickets and full information, contact C. & N. W. R. agents.
For sale due to ill health the Ames Mill is offered for sale or exchange for good farm land. For price and terms contact Frank Patrick at Ames Iowa.
A Des Moines listing shows the Honest Abe Jr riding plow advertised for sale by Irwin Randall & Co. The claim highlights it as the most successful plow handled by the firm.
J. E. Duncan sells a Peerless coal heater a small wood heater and a top oil stove. Inquire at Thurston & Granam's for details and availability.
The North Western Line offers excursion tickets to Marshalltown for the bicycle race meet. On September 24 passengers may travel to Marshalltown and return by September 26. Tickets good for return until September 27, 1895. For tickets and full information apply to agents.
Tickets on sale Sept 19 to 29 for round trip Northeasts to Sioux City Iowa. Good for return passage to Oct 1 1895. Apply to agents C and N W Ry for tickets and full information.
Northets offer reduced round trip fare to Belle Plaine for Big Four East event. Tickets on sale September 30 to October 4, valid for return by October 5, 1895. For tickets and full information contact C. and N. W. Railway agents.
The Seventh District Republican League of Iowa convenes at Grant Club Rooms Des Moines on October 9 1895 at 10 am All league clubs may send delegates plus one for every 50 members and over 25. unorganized precincts may form clubs and appoint delegates Attendees include Hon F R Conaway and Hon H G McMillan with county central committee chairs and nominees for legislature and congress Send attendee names for registration and delegation details.
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