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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1909
Page
3
Government experts and prominent writers discuss farming methods and related subjects. The page presents varying insights on crops, soil care, irrigation, livestock, and market considerations for agricultural readers.
The A shaped hog cot suits both seasons with a permanent floor two doors and a ventilating system. Built from inch boards on six 2x4 joists and supported by runners, it includes a rear sliding door light vent and a roof ventilator. It increases floor space and capacity and can include a movable cold weather door.
The lime sulfur spray is a key insecticide for San Jose scale and peach diseases. It explains emulsification of oils with water, cautions on high temperatures, and outlines three steps to prepare home made miscible oils: soap solution, soluble oil, and final emulsion ready for tree application.
Instructions for constructing a square earth-supported cement watering tank with 36 inch high walls 6 inches thick at top and 16 inches at base reinforced with steel rods and a drip-proof outlet system. Also describes a sand-mandrel form for a round tank and guidance on foundations pipes and mixing ratios.
The ground plan shows a stable 44x70 feet with three box stalls at each end that can be rearranged into stalls. Two cross feed passages are six feet wide. Cows have six by six foot stalls from manger front to rear. The main door can be two six foot doors, wide enough to admit a stone boat or sled for cleaning. Space allows a horse to drive in and turn around.
A long described Roman era liquid prep claimed to prevent iron rust and damp conditions in ships. When applied to bottom plates it allegedly stops oxidation and marine growth while preserving iron. The coating reportedly reduces inner skin corrosion and allows rapid occupancy or decoration. Also advises bedding material for hens to stay warm and lay more eggs.
The note suggests medium sized turkeys are preferable for market sales while extra large birds may be less desirable. It emphasizes selecting birds of suitable weight for buyers and pricing.
P J Julian of Kossuth county Iowa warns that large portions of corn crops are left to waste and advocates silos to protect crop value. He notes land prices exceed 100 per acre and contends 40 percent of corn should not lie in the field for cattle to scavenge, urging action now.
A quarrel unfolds as a manager admonishes an actor for smoking while the actor retorts it is his affair. The exchange centers on appearance and propriety during a casting or stage setting, reflecting tensions in the theater scene reported by the Philadelphia Ledger.
Hens prefer dark hidden nests to lay eggs. Cover nest boxes with dark cloth curtains to encourage hens to stay and lay in designated spots. Arrange nests where eggs can be gathered daily and ages tracked accurately.
A woman won damages from an express company after her pure bred fowls were exposed to freezing cold, causing loss of combs. The case underlines that pure bred poultry have value beyond common stock.
A farmer argues ten hours daily with well planned tasks yields better results than sixteen hours of erratic labor. The plan emphasizes organized schedules, steady pace, and avoiding overwork to maintain productivity and welfare.
The note warns not to overfeed ewes in the current period to avoid overfatness which leads to a small, puny lamb crop. It emphasizes careful dietary management during this time.
The article explains that in Manchuria a bride’s portion consists of dogs rather than cash. The number of dogs signals wealth, with six indicating poverty, twelve showing ease, and more implying a rich family. Dogs are fattened for meat and their skins used for clothing and coverings, reflecting strong canine devotion.
In cold weather sheep grow wool more rapidly than in warm conditions. A cool well ventilated barn without drafts aids wool growth and overall comfort.
A publication urges easing household labor for women on farms through attractive homes and labor saving devices, with emphasis on improving water supply. It frames chores as longer for women and promotes practical improvements for daily life.
A comic encounter unfolds as De Wolf Hopper greets a Boston resident and corrects his pronunciation. The exchange touches on money and class, with the Boston man recalling a 20 cent past and claiming his 3 cents must stay with him. A third voice comments on the widening wealth gap between rich and poor.
Social clubs for men have expanded domestic ease by offering shared leisure spaces, improving living environments, and fostering community ties inside households.
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