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Newspaper
Bath Independent
Location
Bath, Maine, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1916
Page
3
The article argues dairy profits depend on applying business principles. Individual cow costs and milk yields must be weighed to determine profitability, with cow testing organizations measuring milk and feed for each cow. Cooperation enables cost tracking, selective culling, and targeted advertising, boosting efficiency and profits across many farms.
A state study shows parental sympathy boosts youth participation in boys agricultural clubs. In one case a father lets his son use top farm acres and supplies manure horses and machinery. The member then harvests over 1000 bushels highlighting parental influence on farm youth success.
A dairy department circular urges milk dealers to wash and steam cans before returning them to farmers. Bacterial counts in unwashed cans reach millions per can, while properly steamed cans drop to under 200,000 with safe bacteria. Modern washers use washing powders, water, steam, and drying to sterilize cans, covers, and equipment. Farmers’ Bulletin 748 explains inexpensive sterilizers for on-farm use.
One boy, active in corn pig and other clubs, earns prizes of over 400 dollars, builds seed corn reputation, owns seven Duroc Jersey hogs six cattle and a horse, and plans a future on the farm with a close father son bond. The other boy joins clubs but receives no value from crops, later hires out to work as his father notes lack of feed.
A neighboring farmer’s son ran away after the father kept his earnings. The State demonstration agent cites the case to urge parents to support club work for youths and allow them to keep full profits from their labor.
The rapid spread of sweet clover signals wide adaptation and value as a soil building legume. Reports from Illinois and Indiana note vigorous growth on drained soils, ease of inoculation, and suitability as a silage crop with high feeding value. It improves soil, aids blue grass, and eases plowing compared to alfalfa in rotations.
James Wilson praises agricultural colleges for sending the college to the farmer. He notes five million dollars spent on farm demonstration this year with programs in domestic science farm management and clubs for youth. He cites practical instruction in scientific agriculture across all 48 states.
Paul H. Eaton advises prospective buyers to gain tractor experience through demonstrations and studying makes before purchase. He notes the hum and smooth operation reveal issues early, saving delays and damage, and that dealers often send an experienced helper with new tractors. He emphasizes asking questions to learn and prevent costly mistakes.
The piece notes common dental irregularities in cattle such as split and deflected molars, with treatment mirroring horse methods and safety precautions. It also reports enforcement of a regulation banning shipping dead animals with live ones, with penalties and prior prosecutions highlighted.
Peter Johnson in St. Nicholas urges campers to master outdoor cooking. He contrasts novice and expert cooks, stresses fire discipline and hard wood coals, and notes canned foods and evaporated milk improve camp meals.
A Maine Farmer questions why coyotes were introduced into Maine and suggests that Colorado parties may face penalties under the 1915 16 inland fisheries and game laws. The law imposes a fine of 50 to 500 dollars for introducing wild animals without written permission.
The seventeenth annual directory, revised to July 15, 1916, issued by the Bureau of Biological Survey, lists addresses for obtaining information on game laws. It shows establishment dates of state commissions and wardenships, changes in offices, and publications by game officials, with names and addresses of presidents and secretaries of national and state bodies.
The passage notes Canadian clubs and associations formed to protect birds, including Audubon societies, with listings of the presidents and secretaries by name and address.
The piece argues poultrymen can profit from turkey farming with care and patience. It notes large city shipments, high quality birds fetch good prices, and that Eastern farmers lack space for exclusive confinement. It urges spring effort to add winter income from eggs and poultry to cover taxes.
Mold may develop on canned goods if the seal is defective or if jars are sterilized and tops removed to replace rubber rings. Return jars to the canner for at least five minutes after resealing. Keep jars in a dry place to prevent rubber decomposition and mold entry.
In a Sunday school primary class the teacher asks kids to invite others. Willie, an only child, raises his hand and says he will bring all his brothers and sisters if he gets any.
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