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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 04, 1913
Page
1
Victorian Apiarists president R Beubne outlines queen and worker bee lifespans, reproduction rates, and honey surplus. He explains breeding selection, timely queen replacement, and cautions against box hives and robbing practices that spread disease and reduce profits.
The house fly serves as a scavenger, seeking and devouring harmful bacteria found in dust and air. When many flies gather in an apartment, it signals poor ventilation and warmth. Regular washing with carbolic soap discourages flies by masking odors and reducing disease-causing material on skin and surfaces.
An analysis of London rain shows heavyfalls wash 2738 tons of solid impurities from air and surfaces. Ammonium sulphate dominates the soluble fraction, with nitrates and organic ammonias also present. soot and suspended matter contribute most of the solids.
An in-patient was described humorously about his daily diet of sherry. The anecdote notes his preference and a witty remark about aging. The fragmentary text hints at conversations about worries and thoughts on reminiscence in May, with unclear continuation.
The article argues testing and recording milk production boosts yield. A herd weighing and testing over years raised average fat per cow from 164 to 289 pounds annually, with care improved as owners track performance. It emphasizes better herd management and self discovery in dairying through systematic testing.
The article argues for careful calf selection and feeding to suit dairy goals. It describes ideal dairy conformation, emphasizes rich easily digested food for dairy quality, and notes dam’s milk as natural yet costly. Skimmed milk with oil-rich substitutes is recommended, with gradual transition to milk substitutes.
An article discusses milk filtration limits and suggests improved strainers using multiple layers of buttercloth or cotton-wool filters. It emphasizes new practice to prevent dust and impurities, noting each milking should use a fresh filter disc to avoid contamination and tannin impartation from undissolved particles before separation.
An article on horse feeding argues farmers neglect horse nutrition, preferring hay and improper grain use. It stresses matching intake to work, praising variety over exclusive oats or hay, and notes water timing and portion size to avoid stomach issues and indigestion.
The article discusses poultry yard sanitation to prevent disease and boost health, stressing drainage, sun, wind, and proper bedding. It covers methods to age eggs, water glass preservation for winter, and notes on egg composition and quality. It also reports a Virginian Experiment Station comparison of Leghorns with mongrels and provides dietary and mineral details.
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