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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1916
Page
3
Practical advice from L H C on wheel hoes versus hand hoes. Recommends plow weed cutters and narrow cultivator teeth for row crops, detailing spacing eight to twenty inches, alternating tools, and press-compact soil to aid germination. Also notes marking drills and single weeder use for eight inch rows.
The Department of Agriculture acts to prevent spread of stripe rust Puccinia glumarum found west of the 104th meridian. Seed from this area will not be distributed east or abroad until inspected and treated with a hot water process. Farmers east of the meridian are urged to avoid planting wheat from west of the line and to route seed shipments through pathologists for rust-free verification.
The article argues early grain for foals and dam, a ground-access feeder, and a creep to minimize dam interference. It advises halter-breaking before two weeks and emphasizes early handling to prevent future resistance. It notes hoof shape depends on hoof care in early colthood.
The article explains how hoof wear on the inside or outside can force a horse to toe out or pigeon toe, creating knee issues. Regular rasping keeps hooves even and correctly shaped, improving long term value despite little time spent per session.
The February price rise lifts feeders from losses incurred as corn costs climbed and fat cattle weakened. Strong demand for stock steers and breeding cattle follows, while many feeders have already cashed out at losses. In the West and Midwest, disease, poor corn, and high feeding costs constrained finishing plans and delayed rapid weight gain.
The article outlines common wool losses in sheep during a season, noting scabbies and lice or ticks as primary culprits. It explains how itching leads to rubbing and wool loss, describes scabbies starting on the flank, producing yellow matter that forms scabs, and how sheep worsen the condition by biting at the scabs and pulling wool.
The piece advises dipping sheep to combat scabbies ticks and lice, stresses avoiding recontamination from scabby wool, and notes factors that cause wool loss such as insufficient feeding overheating crowded quarters and sudden corn intake. It also cites failures like crepe holes and protruding nails and urges vigilance to raise wool quality.
In Fairmont Minnesota Fred Merry sold an old family horse at a country auction to a buyer in Iowa. Days later the horse returned home starving for fond fodder and found its way back to the Merry household, proving remarkable devotion.
Creamelle Topsy Ormsby Tube 204, 144, a three year old from F. J. Boyson & Sons of Oneida County, New York, posted 28,436 pounds of milk and 1,050 pounds of butter in 365 days, the world's best mark for three year olds. Her sire Duke Ormsby DeKol Creamelle hails from the same dam that produced DeKol Creamelle, a past 26,280 pound annual record.
A dairy record cow lass named Topsy produced extraordinary milk and butter outputs in a multiyear test, including 97 pounds in one day and 639 pounds in seven days. The article notes her 15 727 pounds of milk in a year and a world three year old butter record, while also discussing pig feeding and water needs for proper digestion and health.
Animal feeding guidance emphasizes plentiful clean water for hogs on dry grain. Water supports digestion and absorption, prevents constipation and scours, and helps maintain appetite and weight. Pasture access with green forage reduces water stress and supports balanced rations for breeding and growing pigs.
Oat plants tolerate poor soils and respond to fertilization. Professor Earl Jones of Massachusetts Agricultural College says 200 pounds per acre is advisable on thinner soils, with higher rates if grass and clover are sown. Oats offer modest value per acre but still respond to proper culture and favorable weather.
Ground should be well drained to avoid stagnation. Prune broken roots and trim top growth on standard trees to three or four buds. Shorten larger trees sparingly. Dig holes large enough for natural root position and firm soil around roots to ensure contact and prevent loss.
An American Farming article argues testing is the only reliable method to gauge corn seed value. It notes 600 ears needed to plant 44 acres, with 30 percent seeds bad, leading to poor yields on about 12 of 40 acres. Testing 600 ears would take three days and boost profits by about $300.
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