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Newspaper
Decorah Republican
Location
Decorah, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1916
Page
8
The article reviews corn yields from 1866 to 1914 citing Bowman and USDA figures. It notes the per acre yield barely rose from 25.2 to 25.8 bushels while acreage tripled, increasing value due to price rises, not higher yields. It discusses land use, crop shares, and the need to raise output by yield gains and better cultivation rather than more land.
Elvin Keyser from Colorado Station discusses manure handling in winter. In dry windy regions broadcasting manure tends to blow away. piling it for spring spreading reduces loss but increases labor. Where snow, calm winds, or soil-incorporation are feasible, scattering may be better. Farmers must choose by local conditions. Burdock Blood Bitters recommended as a cleansing tonic.
Article distills Amos L. Gidley guidance on testing and purifying well and spring water for home use. It recommends boiling and chlorine of lime treatment, detailing a teaspoon in ten quarts, fresh solution each time, and applying purification to both family and livestock water to prevent disease outbreaks.
F. 8. Stevenson describes cellar and outdoor methods for long term potato storage. A cave with controlled 29 degree temperatures, open doors on cool nights, and lanterns when frost risks rise keeps potatoes until May. Outdoor pits are built 2 to 3 feet deep with layered hay and soil, but warmer southern areas are less satisfactory.
A farm writer argues that sows should be kept in separate groups by size during winter to prevent crowding and injuries. Mature hogs are greedy and push younger pigs, harming growth and causing piglet deaths. In spring, move sows to closer quarters to manage farrowing and protect fields from trampling.
A reader testifies that Sloan's Liniment stops rheumatic pain quickly. The note describes three weeks of chronic rheumatism and neck stiffness, says usage for a few days restored health, and notes availability at 25 cents at druggists.
The article argues cash rents may not be feasible for one year leases in the soft corn belt as tenants struggle with working capital. It urges longer or indefinite leases to protect tenant efficiency and land value, noting landlords should retain good tenants and avoid drove of property, while urging fair rents based on long-term income. It also comments on the social costs of sheriff sales and calls for a balanced approach between landlord rights and tenant security.
Manure is valued by nitrogen phosphorus and potassium content, but its true worth lies in organic matter and bacteria. A ton adds about 500 pounds of organic matter to improve soil warmth, aeration, and long term productivity. Threefold value includes chemical, physical, and bacteriological effects for years.
An agricultural scientist analyzes 45 years of data showing butt seed yields 103 percent of middle seed and tip seed 105 percent. In 4 of 81 trials tip seed increased yield, suggesting tips and butts are not inferior for seed and discarding them lacks justification.
The article advises farmers to plant staggered crop patches from late February to spring, including rape, peas, oats, cowpeas, potatoes, and corn, with remaining ground seeded to clover and oats for green cover all summer to fight weeds and support live stock and markets.
Caution on brood sow care recommends moderate feed before farrowing with alfalfa or meat meal supplements. Separate sow for two to three days and after birth provide only water for 24 hours then gradually introduce grain over a week to ten days. Request local feed dealer stock tankage or meat meal for steady supply.
The article advises feeding fowls at dawn from the roost or, if needed, after dark when birds are on the roosts. Scattering the morning ration in litter allows early access and prevents fretfulness, encouraging the early rising hen as the most productive bird in the flock.
Bedford Indiana reader claims la grippe caused cough and thin frame but two bottles of Foley's Honey and Tar restored health and weight. Ad for Enghertson's Pharmacy touts it as remedy for coughs colds croup. Also endorses Dr Thomas' Eclectic Oil for earache toothache pains burns and sore throat.
The Ingvoldstad Lumber Company files Articles of Incorporation under Iowa law. Proceedings name W B Ingvoldstad Agnes Ingvoldstad Arthur Ingvoldstad Orlando Ingvoldstad and Walter Ingvoldstad as initial directors, with W B Ingvoldstad as president and Agnes Ingvoldstad as treasurer, for a $50 000 capital stock, and a 20 year term with annual stockholder meetings in Decorah Iowa.
Notice of appointment of CARRIER Tavener administratrix of the estate of J. I. Tavener deceased of Decorah township Winneshiek County Iowa. She has taken the trust with bonds as required and is empowered to collect debts and pay claims by law. Attested by BOI & HOOK, January 25 1916 Decorah Iowa.
Probate notices announce Martin Keck as administrator of Anna Keck estate in Canoe Township Decorah Iowa with demands and debts due. Appraisers Freeman Christen and Luther Reed set March 2 1916 to appraise decedent Edmund Driscoll estate for collateral inheritance tax in Decorah Iowa with State Treasurer and Welsh family notified.
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