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Newspaper
Decorah Republican
Location
Decorah, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1912
Page
8
H. H. 8. sets out fall soil preparation steps from St. Louis Globe-Democrat. Advice covers drainage under tiling, fall manure hauling, surface manuring, and mixing manures with soil. Discusses horse, cow, poultry, hog, sheep manures, wood and coal ashes, lime, and ground lime rock for improving fertility and structure.
B F Mock argues in the St Louis Globe Democrat that liquids from animals hold richer fertilizing elements than solids. He cites concrete floors and gutters leading to a cistern to conserve liquids, which can be added to compost or spread on fields.
The flax industry has grown and now uses about 2.5 million acres, yet flax straw at roughly 3 million tons remains wasted. Attempts at using straw for paper show some promise but fail to reach commercial viability.
A Lincoln Nebraska man recovered after three years of illness with six bottles of Electric Bitters. The advertisement claims the tonic tones the stomach, cures indigestion, and builds blood and nerves. It states the product helps thousands and costs 50 cents at druggists.
The article advises farmers to convert hilly land to grass such as timothy or blue grass and graze stock on it. Cultivate level or gently rolling sections, fertilize periodically with red clover and cowpeas to feed hogs, and plant orchards where suitable. This method has increased yields in recent years.
A North Carolina man credits Bucklen's Amica Salve with saving his 14 year old son's leg after an ugly bruise led to a severe ulcer. The remedy is advertised to cure burns boils skin eruptions and piles and is sold for 25 cents at all druggists.
The article urges testing soil acidity with litmus paper and applying ground limestone at two to four tons per acre to fix acidic soils. It notes lime usage in Illinois and eastern states, contrasts burning lime in kilns with modern spreader use, and warns quicklime should not be mixed with manure or vegetable matter. alfalfa benefits from two to four tons per acre.
A mule breeder argues against ridicule praising the mule in a Greensboro Maryland Free Press interview. He notes mules cause no harm to people including babies, even when driven through streets, and claims no one can force a mule to trample a child.
The article outlines a three year crop rotation for sandy soils using legumes two years and a cultivated crop one year to boost nitrogen. It advises applying phosphorus and potash every three years, sometimes turning under green crops, and using manure on cultivated crops with fertilizer on legumes. It suggests expanding to a four year rotation and using cover crops like rye or cowpeas to prevent wind erosion, highlighting drainage, early spring cultivation, and profitability of small fruit and vegetable crops. It also promotes manure as a universal fertilizer and link livestock to soil fertility. A brief medical ad promotes Ely's Cream Balm for nasal catarrh, warning against cocaine-containing powders and mercury-based medicines.
Practical guidance on dairy hygiene, brood mare handling, and breeding birds. Emphasizes preventing disease in dairies, weaning foals early if mares are overworked, and selecting chicks by development. Notes rising land prices and the need for science and business methods in farming. Also promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets with local pharmacy advert.
Growers report that first cutting alfalfa is not harder to cure than red clover and may be easier in Iowa. Cut when 10 to 25 percent of heads bloom to protect new bottom shoots and subsequent crops. Mow late afternoon to preserve leaves, ted promptly, and use careful handling to avoid leaf loss. Raking into windrows and stacking promptly reduces labor and preserves quality. Avoid cutting with dew present and use side delivery rake for large cuttings.
A quote on how mood shifts truth from yesterday to today. An advertisement features Hon. 8. W. Matthews, Commissioner of Labor Statistics, Augusta Maine, praising Dean's Ointment for lasting eczema relief.
Rachel Odson appointed administratrix of Martha Odson’s estate in Decorah Winneshiek Iowa intestate. Creditors must present claims. heirs to settle debts. Dated Decorah October 5 1912. N Willett attorney.
Notice announces the appointment of C. Hierledd as executor of the Ole Larson Soreide estate of Winneshiek Iowa deceased. creditors are asked to present claims and pay debts to the executor in Decorah Iowa dated October 1 1912. N Willett is listed as attorney.
Maria Forrester is named executrix in Winneshiek Iowa for the estate of Ole U Forrester deceased. All claims must be presented and debts paid. Ad appears from Decorah dated September 27 1912 with Roice and Hook attorneys listed.
During molt, birds require extra care and diet changes. Reduce wheat and oats, feed corn and other eaten by birds, add linseed oil meat to mash, include sunflower seeds, provide shade and ventilated housing, remove glass windows, watch for lice, keep houses clean, and supply cool fresh water daily.
An article from Farm and Home extols farmer self reliance in car upkeep. It argues for regular cleaning, dust removal with oiled cloths, periodic carbon discharge, and ongoing oiling. The writer claims the machine can last 20 years with proper care and driving sense.
A Harper's Weekly quote questions whether it is bad for a woman to have a life aim, with a remark about bricks and hitting something. The ad promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the best option for cold relief, sold by Engbretson's Pharmacy.
A Tattler quip suggests people living on charity try to ease the sting of dole by spreading it thick with others butter, critiquing welfare excess. The line uses sharp humor to comment on social aid.
A reader from Wilson Pa.According to Mrs P Storsonn the remedy is far superior to others for coughs and croup. Sold at Engbretson's Pharmacy Adv.
Notice states that Daniel Lyons is appointed executor of Patrick Lyons deceased from Jackson township Winneshiek County Iowa. Creditors must present claims and debtors pay to Daniel Lyons. Dated Decorah Iowa September 23 1912 N Willett Attorney.
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