Bull Associations to Stay in Dairy Regions
United States Department of Agriculture data show 78 cooperative bull associations active on July 1, 1929, a rise from 44 in 1918. The South Gibson association in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, exemplifies efficiency gains, cutting bulls from 13 to 4 and reducing average investment while boosting cow production across dairying communities.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Bull Association
South Gibson Bull Association
Susquehanna County
Ball Association
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Mississippi
North Carolina
South Carolina
Albgion
Georgia
Tennessee
Cone
Louisiana
Diseases of Dairy Cattle Caretaker Guide
The article outlines recognizing common dairy cattle diseases, advising home care when possible and veterinarian help when needed. Emphasis on prevention, observation, and stocking simple remedies and a basic milk fever kit with a thermometer and drenching bottle.
Dairy Farming Tips From Early Agricultural Notes
The notice emphasizes caring for dairy stock and feed, praising whitewash as a cheap barn interior, and noting cows withstand 25 average hens as a measure of resilience. It discusses calf pen placement to stabilize temperature and the cold morning realities of milking while urging precautions to keep milk clean.
The 6 Kitchen Pr ca Cabin 6
Ale who has the quest of the good in his heart relates himself with higher powers and forces of the universe and they aid him at every turn.
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Ale
Kitchen Cabinet Recipe Notes for Tripe and Desserts
A column offers practical kitchen guidance on preparing tripe with onions, including washing, browning, and serving, plus dessert ideas like Apricot Sponge and Ginger Cream. Instructions emphasize careful gelatine use, garlic-scented puree, and using stock or milk in puree.
Livestock on U S Farms Shows Small Gains in Mules and Milkh Cows
A 1919 livestock survey from the U S Department of Agriculture notes slight increases in milch cows and mules on farms and ranges as of January 1, with gains of 1 2 percent and 0 8 percent respectively. Other cattle horses sheep and swine decline while total animal numbers fall 4 2 percent and total value drops 3 percent.
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United States
Bureau of Crop Estimates
United States Department of Agriculture
RULES FOR LIVE STOCK MEN
Be honest. Choose a breed and stick to it. Breed with the correct type in mind. Study pedigree for inherited characteristics, relative merit and value. Keep your herd or flock free from disease. Develop the young animals and maintain the breeding animals through wise feeding and management. Boost better livestock in your community. Advertise judiciously. Exhibit at the county state and other live stock shows. Remember that a satisfied purchaser is your best advertisement. Be prompt in registering and transferring animals and make good as guarantees.
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New York State College of Agriculture
Hhaca
Business of feeding stock and economy of production
The article notes that feeding livestock is a shifting business requiring vitality to stay current. It urges economy in production and feeding to maximize profits, and suggests leveraging neighbors' experience and experiment stations to improve chances of success.
Caring for Pregnant Sows
Guidance on feeding pregnant sows stresses balance between quantity and quality of food. A mature sow should gain about 65 to 85 pounds during breeding and gestation, offsetting losses during farrowing and suckling periods.
Farwell Notes and Local News From Ann Arbor Area
Varying train times from Farwell and Pere Marquette routes with daily schedules. Local residents visitations, births, illnesses, and social events including aid-society supper at the Library Building and a reception for the Davison couple. Mentions of family travels, visitors from England, and community prayers for the ill.
Community Notes From Bellefontaine Highlight Home Visits Meetings
Parents Mr and Mrs John Ranyan are visiting daughter Edith Schrader in Bellefontaine Ohio. Teachers meeting convenes at B Stinchcombe residence on Thursday night. Farwell Womass Club holds special meeting at Mrs Raby Graban home on Tuesday evening.
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Cnappell Thoraday
Webo Sickies
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Hay City
Dade Sherman
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Aid Society
Sheriff Hoag
Harricen
Farwell
A. S. Richmond
Edison
John Henry
John Ranyan
Edith Schrader
Bellefontaine
Onio
Teachacs
B Stinchcombe
Thureday
Farwall Womass Club
Raby Graban
Ladies Aid Society Meeting at Carpenter Home
Mrs John Carpenter hosted the Ladies Aid on Friday afternoon with about twenty members attending. The event included a social hour, a brief business session, and a three course luncheon. Attendees enjoyed the hostess’s famed cate and the relaxed atmosphere, noting the benefit of the gathering for cheer and fellowship.
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John Carpenter
Ladies Aid Society
Carpenter
Cate
Local High School Basketball Faces Weidman Team
Richmond Hall hosted a Friday night bout between our novice high school boys and a seasoned Weidman squad. Our players, new to the court after weeks of practice, performed admirably, while Weidman showcased strong teamwork despite missing key players. The First and Second Girls teams opened the evening with a 20 to 10 score, favoring the First Team.
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Richmond Hall
Weidman
Firat
Grace Walker and Milton Davison Wed in Howard City
Grace T Walker and Milton Davison of Maple Grove married Monday January 21 at the bride's parents home in Howard City. The couple's romance dated back to childhood days and culminates in the marriage.
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Howard City
Grace T. Walker
Milton Davison
Maple Grove
Coapie
Farwell Club hosts Mosie Day program by Mrs Fuller
Mrs T A Fuller presented tickets to the Farwell Woman's Club and husbands for an evening at the Mosie Day program. Central Normal Concert Party of Mt Piesaant performed a varied music program before a full house, including quartets, arias, and solos. A note on plant growth links length of day to blooming times, citing government experiments.
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T. A. Fuller
Farwell Woman's Club
Mt Piesaant
Why Is the Bloc Not Always Round in the Moon's Shadow
An English newspaper quoted in Popular Astronomy explains the lunar phase shape varies because the earth's shadow falls on the moon. The shadow size changes nightly as the moon is visible, causing appearance changes from round to other shapes.
Duty to work and service, per Marden quote
Orison Swett Marden speaks in the Chicago News about the duty of men and women to take meaningful positions and perform hard work in service of others. He warns that avoiding difficult tasks weakens self-respect and the respect of others who know us.
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Orison Swett Marden
Chicago News
Overcoming Obstacles and Proportion in Effort
Orison Swett Marden’s quote in Chicago News notes that obstacles vary with a person’s strength and will. It states small difficulties loom large for a weak person, while persistent effort reduces their impact as one pursues a clear goal.
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Orisyun Swett Marden
Chicago News
Cow Takes Ride on Train at Williamsport Crossing
Motorists in Williamsport Pennsylvania watched as a middle aged cow perched on the engine cowcatcher blocked a crossing. The train stopped after signals, and the cow was safely removed with no injuries reported. Details of where and how the animal was lifted were not known by the crew.
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Williamsport
Why Eye Shades Are Used in Bright Field Viewing
Eye shades shield the eye from bright brilian cies in the field of view. In fighting off poorly concealed sources these brilliancies are many hundreds of times as bright as the printed page, causing discomfort and interfering with eye muscle adjustment needed for clear seeing.
Appeal to All Understand Brotherhood in Need
The note stresses how language diversity masks a shared human bond. It asserts men are brothers in blood and bound to aid each other in hunger thirst sickness and weakness. Aid is felt when a brother appeals in any tongue and manner.
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