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Newspaper
Atlantic Evening News
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1910
Page
11
Practical guidance for poultry farmers covering breeding, culling, nesting, and feeding practices. Recommends single breed flocks, cautious use of males, proper nesting materials, water treatment with kerogene, and onions to boost health. Advises against new corn for market birds and stresses orderly housing and dedicated quarters for breeders and layers.
W H Warner argues trap nests record each hen's laying, aiding selection of layers. Two types exist: snap shut on entry or after egg laying. the latter uses the egg to trigger closure. A simple front opening nest with a light pivot door and a wire trigger is shown for easy construction.
The article urges supplying shade for chicks and a cool breeze to fan them during heat. It notes that protection should be provided even via a temporary board roof if needed to safeguard the flock in hot conditions.
This piece weighs pros and cons of poultry breeds for laying, setting, and market. It favors American types like Plymouth Rocks and White Rocks for balance of egg size, color, temperament, and broodiness, and cautions against large Asiatic breeds for poorer layers. White Rocks praised for rapid growth, early maturity, and market appeal.
Charcoal can be bought from poultry supply dealers for about one dollar per 100 pounds. For those unsure how to burn wood, buying prepared charcoal may be cheaper. Wood burns in a pit covered with iron until it smolders out, then the charcoal is pulverized and mixed into soft feed.
The article outlines dry picking as the preferred method for most markets. It stresses that feather removal should occur while the bird is bleeding to avoid tearing skin and ease of plucking. Killing is commonly done by sticking the knife in the roof of the mouth.
White china geese are considered top layers. A two year old breeding goose with good care lays 35 to 60 eggs per season. Geese should not be fat as overfed birds produce non hatched eggs. In summer with plenty of grain they thrive without any grain.
Walter Winans the American millionaire sportsman hosted a private preview of his Surrenden Park horses at Kent's Surrender Park. The display featured crossing hacks with American trotters, harness training, and novel acts including Tiny the Shetland pony and a pony footman. Horses entered for Olympia show potential to win larger prizes.
The remarkable horse Gray Hawk carried his rider over a wall of flame as a fence burned and flames rose eight feet high. Four trips over the blaze were made, Gray Hawk performing the feat with calm, steady poise.
Dr. Wiley head of the agriculture chemistry bureau told Chicago Har vard club listeners that cooking is an art not drudgery and that Americans must value meals. He warned against fatness from sedentary work and criticized packaged foods for short weight or dilution, also attacking vegetarianism as a diet lacking balance.
Reading area profile of Amos DeHart born 1812 in Stonerv ille Berks county. After five years of speech loss he miraculously recovered his voice. A cabinet maker millwright and farmer, DeHart remained active into old age with a large family across four generations.
London actuaries note aviation risks loom in life and accident policies. Free policies do not cover air mishaps and new aerial policies are being considered. Lloyds is the current route for aviator cover at high rates while firms renewals exclude aeronautics. The tariff conference may discuss aviation risk next.
Mrs. T. J. Bailey's hen in Prospect Park asserts equal rights by battling every rooster in the borough. The plumage fighter reportedly defeated a rival in a lone melee, causing fatal injuries to the aggrieved chanticleer and earning a reputation for powerful blows with bill, legs, and wings.
T B Swan attorney offers wills drafted and probated reports for administrators and guardians appointments secured probate practice specialty general law business transacted in Atlantic Iowa
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