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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1908
Page
3
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A farmer should select seed ears in September or October depending on region, checking for full butt and tip, medium kernel size, depth, and even rows. Traditional husk tying works but crisscross twine or nail racks offer better handling, with seed dried thoroughly before November freezes to ensure viability tested next spring.
A reader asks why cream is hard to churn sometimes and easier other times. Ripening depends on lactic acid fermentation. cool winter weather slows it, requiring warm heating and sometimes a starter of sour milk from a clean vessel. Poor sanitation or objectionable odors produce harmful germs that ruin butter. use clean skimmilk starter near the fire in a clean room to ripen properly.
Skepticism over the Alaska wheat claiming 222 bushels per acre is confirmed by Professor Ellott of Washington State College. Adams’ seed allegedly mixed with other varieties yielded at most 35 bushels per acre and was described as soft and nearly worthless. buyers paid 15 to 20 dollars a bushel.
Land that is tiled tends to see higher per acre value as costs for tiling and improvements are added, while in many cases the practical value of land nearly doubles after such enhancements.
A homemaker can quickly clear cupboards of mice by placing two or three small guillotine traps, while a larger version built on the same principle proves deadly for rats.
The seasonal moisture and blight relationship is shown in a potato field north of timber. Near the woods the damage is heavy and nearly total, while toward the field center the effect dwindles to minor or no damage.
A newspaper note contrasts amusements at the state fair, praising women for choosing the merry go round over viewing a grotesque dime museum display. It remarks that men are more likely to patronize the latter attraction.
A historical note explains broad impacts on the bicycle trade from years of changing demand. It highlights how many industries rely on machines while the public seeks cheaper, quicker pleasures elsewhere, leading to a large market decline. It points to time and money savings driving adoption of alternatives.
The editor notes that any man owning an unencumbered quarter section of land can invest in a $1,000 automobile, finding it more feasible than many town residents who own machines valued at twice as much. It argues the farmer and family will gain substantial enjoyment and a strong return on the money spent, offset by maintenance costs.
If chickens occupy neighbors yards and sidewalks during the eating stage, the least you can do is reward a much tried neighbor with one of the pests for Sunday dinner.
The text argues for selecting a reliable apple variety that is easy to handle and can be cultivated to best effect while others experiment. It notes the difficulty of uprooting a thriving tree, even if its fruit is worthless, since its decay harms the appearance of the area.
A housewife and a man awaiting a prepared meal both face trial when timing lags after the dinner hour. The text emphasizes patience and forbearance, noting the challenge is greatest when late arrivals are not habitual and both sides must endure the delay with calm.
A small central Iowa town plans to build a denatured alcohol plant with 200 gallons daily capacity. Local citizens and outside capitalists will finance it, and operation should begin in a few months. Feedstocks include grain, fruits, and vegetables.
The farmer who lets corn fodder waste after husking undercuts agricultural potential. Cured fodder ranks after clover for feeding value, while field leftovers provide little energy. The silo enables economical crop handling. if not feasible, harvest and shock corn to feed later. Eastern farmers differ from western ones in how they use stalks.
Despite the rapid rise in automobile use, the market for good horses remains robust. A reliable horse now commands higher prices than in the past, underscoring continued demand for equine work and companionship amid accelerating modernization.
The season has seen a standoff between autos and manure spreaders over the toll in human life, with autos bearing the heavier burden so far.
The man who tended all summer and husked half a stand of corn this fall should not blame luck or Providence. He must admit the loss is the legitimate result of his own carelessness and lack of foresight.
A reflective remark argues that an intelligent man more readily becomes a skilled chauffeur than a first class farm hand, suggesting that risk and excitement spur superior accomplishment. The point contrasts careers requiring daring with those demanding steadiness and practical labor.
It is time to consider winter blooming bulbs and learn their needs before starting. An experienced gardener grew striking flowers from bulbs using an old kitchen sink as a planter with a drainage pipe added for better water flow.
The department of agriculture in Washington introduces a type of alfalfa from a eru that grows more rapidly than standard varieties. It is said to start earlier in spring, extend later into autumn, and endure more cold. If proven, its northern state introduction could come soon.
The English government keeps an annual 18 million dollar monopoly profit from opium, while China seeks to curb the habit through imperial decrees over a decade. The tension pits conscience against finance as reforms unfold.
The text notes three criteria for purchases: satisfaction during use, durability, and price. It warns buyers often let price alone drive decisions, leading to paying more for poorer quality and missing better value items that last longer and satisfy use.
Federal pure food commissioner seized seven catloads of addled eggs in Detroit Michigan. The eggs were bought in multiple states and intended for use in making fancy cookies and crackers. The case explains where many bad eggs entering markets may originate.
A historical overview notes poultry and egg farming surpassed wheat in total value in 1907 and neared cotton, with potential to top a billion dollars if farm attention shifted from horses and cattle. The piece observes robin populations fluctuating seasonally and cites Secretary Wilson of the Agriculture Department on ten year cereal yields remaining high despite soil depletion due to scientific farming and crop rotation.
The article notes that growing alfalfa in northern states is impractical due to moisture and temperature issues. It suggests clover varieties Mammoth, Medium Red for drier lands and Alsike for lower areas as soil renovators. Despite high clover seed prices, farmers recognize its long term benefits outweigh the cost.
Thibaudeau portrays Napoleon in early days as a modest but confident reformer and public functionary. The memoirs show a young Corsican outsider winning support from republicans and rivals alike through genius and evolving influence. The piece notes his underrated self belief and the role of luck in his rise to power.
The passage lists seven principal Bibles in world religions including the Koran of the Mobham medans the Edas of the Scandinavi ans the Tributkes of the Buddhists the Five Kings of the Chinese the three Vedas of the Hindoos the Zenda vesta and the Scriptures of the Hebrews and Christians.
An Amesbury Wiltshire notice describes a quirky arch built entirely from horseshoes forming the entrance to a smithy. The mounted metalwork greets passersby with a rustic display reflecting local craft.
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