Memorial Day Reflections on the Civil War Era
On Memorial Day, readers reflect on the Civil War era. The piece recalls May 30, 1861 as a tense calm before conflict, noting Lincoln’s 76000 troop call and secession events. It contrasts northern doubts with southern optimism about loyalty and a new Confederate stance.
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Fort Bunker
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Virginia
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Fort Sumter
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Trope
Mantington
Larder
Washington
Baltimore
Maryland
Potomac
Alexandria
American Republic
Europe
North
Boston Journal
United States
Texas
Reeve
van Dam
New York Tribune
Frank Bistr
Monroe
Harpers Ferry
Airo
South
May thirtieth 1863 to 1865 Civil War turning points
A compact narration traces the May thirtieths through 1863 1864 and 1865 noting siege hardships around Vicksburg and Gettysburg Civil War battles Rashmond Grant Meade Lee and Johnston are named as pivotal leaders as the North and South await turning points amid siege bombardment battlefield casualties and the 1865 amnesty steps marking reunion after the conflict.
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Vicksburg
Maryland
Virginia
Antietam
Fredericksburg
Chancelloraville
Chancelloreerli
Jacky
Ingian
Ma Vattan
Gettyaborg
Robert Ele
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Pennsylvania
Gettysburg
Richmond
Grant
Washington
Anch
White House
Union
Johnson
United States
States of the Union
Farm raised sheep made profitable in modern herd plans
A Department of Agriculture scientist notes rising US mutton demand and wool prospects. Farm management and cooperative 100 head lamb lots can boost profitability, with slaughter plants and nearby buyers aiding joint shipments. Tennessee lamb clubs prove the model for wool disposal and meat sales.
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United States
Europe
Department of Agriculture
Manly
Farma
Tarmere
Slaugh
Tertog
Lamb Clubs
Tennessee
Tankage for Hogs Proves Profitable in Feed Trials
A circa study notes tankage as a valuable hog feed component. Three hog pens received shelled corn shorts and tankage, one got corn shorts and all meal, and another mixed shelled corn with shorts. With corn 60c, shorts 26 a ton, tankage 65, and oil meal 36, tankage-fed hogs earned 5 to 9 cents per bushel of grain. Self feeders yielded higher daily gains, 144 pounds vs 138, though feed per hundred pounds gained rose from 46.7 to 49.75 with self feeding.
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Karperimienta
Awine
Compact Seed Bed For Small Grains
For small spring grain crops a compact seed bed is essential especially if grass seed is sown with the grain. Soil should not be too compact if harrowed as fast as plowed. Each harrowing pays in grain yield. In corn ground preparation aim to reach the best physical condition before planting.
Teeth Projections and Horse Fattening Lessons
The article explains how dental issues in horses impede weight gain and market value. It emphasizes floating teeth to remove sharp projections that irritate gums, improve chewing, and prevent indigestion. Veterinarians can perform the procedure efficiently, leading to noticeable improvements in condition.
How to Use Old Hay For Farm Yard Cleanup
The old hay around the stack yards can be used as fill, though it should be moved for meadow land checks. Left in place it will kill meadow growth. Clean up the fencing around yards to avoid trouble at harvest time.
Sow Before Farrowing Care Guide
Just before farrowing the sow needs butttle corn. A succulent feed is better. The sow needs lots of exercise, so it is not wise to confine her in a close pen with her brood.
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Gey
Provo
Fournier
Saince Hooker
Mclellan
Jacob
Meade Stove
Chancelloreville
West Point
Army
War Department
Manassas Junction
Joe” Johnston
Jackson
Pemberton
Champion’s Hill
Big Black River
Johnston
Mary Grant
Tetuez
Pecos Valley
Minnesota Agricultural College
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