Calves and Beef: A Farmer's View on Two-Year Slaughter Ban
W S A Smith argues against a bill to forbid slaughter of cattle under two years. He cites Illinois data, notes calf weights, and discusses cost, land value, ensilage, and credit needs. He urges education for landlords and warns of tighter markets and higher future prices for finished beef.
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Iown
Britten
Illinois
Sioux City
Nebraska
Iowa
the International
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsement in Decorah Citizen
A Decorah Citizen testimonial promotes Doan's Kidney Pills for back pain and kidney weakness. E Herwig of Decorah Iowa describes relief from back strain and kidney ache after using the product. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY is named as sole US agents.
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Doun
Decorah
E. Herwig
Barber
Mill St
Iowa
Doan
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Dean
Ady
Hall's Catarrh Cure Firm Warranty Signed
Frank J. Cheney of F. J. Cheney Co. swears the firm will pay $100 for each case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Oath dated December 6, 1886 before A. W. Gleason Notary Public. Advertisement notes internal use and blood action. Also promotes Hall's and Ball's Pills.
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Ohio
Toledo
Tes
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney Co
Hall
A. W._GLEASON
F. J. Cheney & CO
Ball
To Shred or Not to Shred
Farmers weigh shredding corn stover against feeding value and milk yield differences across regions. Wisconsin tests show higher feeding value for shredded stover with 24 percent saving, while Kansas and Missouri finds no gain. Practical fed results vary. shredding reduces waste and eases manure handling but can reduce stalk plumpness and sale value. Shred date, salting, moisture, and feeding timing affect quality. Some farmers form shredder cooperatives or use small engines. feeding guidance favors mixing with hay and March 1st timing. A Paris court rules singing is not grounds for divorce but notes cruelty in some cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallaces
Wisconsin
A Night of Terror Croup Advice from Chamberlain's Remedy
A mother endures a terrifying night as a child chokes during a croup attack. The ad urges stock of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a certain cure and notes Engbretson's Pharmacy sells it.
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Chamberlain
Engbretson
Steadying a Colt With Team Driving and Gentle Firmness
A Farm and Fireside tip explains using a three horse team with two steady animals to tame a habit prone filly. Practice includes farm work to steady her, plus a rope bitning method to soften the neck and mouth, followed by regular driving and careful handling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farm & Fireside
Vermont
Dr King’s New Discovery Cough Medicine Ad
An old advertisement promotes Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs colds throat and lung troubles. It claims first dose relief and includes a testimonial from Mrs A F Mertz of Glen Eliya Iowa. Price 50 cents and one dollar with money back guarantee. Available at all druggists or by mail from H J Bucklen Co Philadelphia or St Louis.
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Gene v. King
A. F. Mertz
Glen Eliya
Iowa
H. J. Bucklen & Co
Philadelphia
St. Louis
Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Endorsed
Readers report relief from female complaints after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Two Detroit and Philadelphia residents describe long trials with doctors and renewed health after taking the remedy.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Mrs. LeClear
Detroit
Mich
James G. Leclear
Hunt St
Detroit, Mich
D D D Skin Cure Promoted by Local Drugstores
Old established druggists promote D D D antiseptic skin remedy from Chicago labs as a gentle, effective treatment for chronic skin diseases. The ad claims quick soothing action, germ elimination, and a money back trial guarantee with a full size bottle.
Declare War on Colds A Doctor Led Campaign
New York physicians launch an education crusade to reduce colds within a generation. They advise avoiding draughts hot rooms and overeating and recommend Chamberlains Cough Remedy from Engbretsons Pharmacy to shorten colds. Also notes a Broadway breeze rumor and urges subscribing to the Republican.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Engbretson
Extra Feed Boxes in Barn Stalls for Horses
A farm note describes a hinged feed box added to the barn side to swing down through a narrow gateway creating an extra stall for a horse. When not in use it folds up to allow normal doorway passage. The author also mentions replacing wooden box bottoms with cement for a tight sanitary fit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. E. Rogers
Free uric acid remedy offer from Dr T Frank Lyn
A physician in Chicago offers a free trial of an uric acid treatment for rheumatism kidney and bladder trouble. Readers are invited to request the medicine at no cost, with accompanying disease explanation and a medical book, by mailing the coupon or a letter to Dr T Frank Lyn at 5437 Deagan, Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. Frank Lyn
Deagan
Chicago
T. Frank Lynott
Deagan Bldg
Allen's Cough Balsam Advertises Relief
To admire, to love, to regret is to live says a writer. Do not let regret come from a cough or cold. Allen's Cough Balsam offers relief if treated early. Contains no harmful ingredients. 25c, 50c and $1.00 bottles at all dealers.
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Allen
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Mrs. Chas
Boe
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DDD. Laboratories
K. J. Parman
Duluth
Great Steel
Carton County
Minn
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U. S
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A. B. Shubert, Inc
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Duroc Jersey Boars
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R. M. Miller
Prosper, Minnesota
Red River Valley
Montana
K. Howden
Erry Davis
Peter Johnson
R. A. Engbertson
Chas. Trzcinski
National Bank
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Englewood Union Station
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Rock Ren
L. R. Schrempf
John W. Mikesh
Calmar Township
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Lowa
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Otto Thorson
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Winneshiek County
Towa
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