Diversification Tells. Story of Success of Florida Farmer
Florida farmer H. Gaitskill at McIntosh began with oranges in 1884. After the 1895 freeze he diversified to corn hay oats peas and livestock. He added a silo and shifted to Shorthorn cattle and pork, built pastures and grew leguminous crops. He mixes truck crops like cabbage and watermelons cautiously and feeds hogs with peanuts velvet beans and corn to maximize beef quality.
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Theo Velt
Milk feeding boosts poultry and hog gains on farms
Farmers spread surplus milk to hogs for flesh profits and to poultry for eggs and meat. Milk-fed poultry fetches high prices, with hens laying well year round. Daily washing of feeding vessels, preferably earthenware crocks, is advised.
Secure Good Yield of Corn
A good corn yield hinges on selection curing and testing of seed. Under average farm conditions careful seed securing pays back many times the effort.
Superior Parcel Post Egg Container
A parcel post container made from fiber similar to car wheels is declared superior by post office experts. It bears weight, cushions eggs with fiber partitions, and reportedly survived a three foot drop onto a marble floor without breaking any egg.
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Post Office Department
Poultry Coop That May Be Folded Up
An adaptable foldable poultry coop saves space in off seasons. The design uses six parts two sides back front and a two piece top with measurements in the drawings. A version with wire sides enables use at a run and a hinged roof allows easy chick removal.
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Orange Judd Farmer
Get Rid of Harmful Mites Guineas Worth Keeping
Practical poultry guidance urges thorough cleaning and mite spraying to protect hens and chicks. It notes guineas reduce losses from hawks and crows, are good insect destroyers, and explains early care, housing, and feeding for young birds.
Infertile Eggs Demand in Swarm Season Markets
Infertile eggs are preferred for sale during swarm weather with eggs sourced from flocks containing no males. Excess sand intake harms chicks and poses risks for the hatchery.
Digestive Troubles and Clean Up Droppings for Poultry
Advice for fowl health recommends epsom salts added to drinking water for digestive or bowel troubles, given after overnight without water. It also stresses daily cleaning of droppings, or at least two to three times weekly, never letting waste linger in the henhouse beyond one week.
Lesson from Acts on Ephesus Miracles and Mob Scene
In Acts 19 Paul’s three year stay in Ephesus highlights his miracles against magic, the awakening of converts, and the clash with local industry led by Demetrius. The town clerk ends the riot by affirming lawful process and Diana worship remains.
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Jesus
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Alexander
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Syed
Taima
Ale Lake
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Tony Island
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Virginia
Pennsylvania
Canada
Havana
R. C
Coop
International Sunday School
E. 0. Sellers
Moody - Bible Institute
Chicago
Western Ne
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