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Newspaper
Decorah Republican
Location
Decorah, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1916
Page
8
A Kansas correspondent reports debate on the double treatment using virus and serum for hog cholera. Government tests show 44 377 vaccinated in cholera herds had 2.9 percent mortality. serum alone produced 5.1 percent deaths. Vaccination reduced expected deaths from 80–95 percent to about 2.9 percent.
A young farmer at a dairy fair argues he can judge profitable cows without testing. Judges posted records prove unreliable rankings, prompting farmers to study the speaker. The man declares he could guide herd selection and save money for cow testing members, but he leaves hastily with his wife.
The Farm and Home editor argues farmers, 40 percent of the population, work 10 to 16 hours and seek fair pay. Higher wages and shorter hours in industries raise costs for farmers, so a price reflecting real worth requires organization. Also offered are lettuce protection tips with a cell frame and sash to prevent frost.
The Garfield County Colorado agricultural association promotes the slogan Nothing but pure bred sires on the range. It argues pure bred bulls yield superior calves and prevent harmful mixing with scrub bulls urging countywide adoption. West’s open minded range men support advancement though convincing all owners remains a challenge.
D C Kenyon notes in Farm and Home that 44 ewes produced 65 lambs at 38 pounds each valued at 20 cents a pound. Gross could reach 494 dollars from offal and hides 65 dollars wool 72.60 and buck lambs plus other stock yielding over 600 dollars. costs included pasture value 120 dollars two old ewes and feed 70 dollars. Another Iowa man grew a flock that netted 150 dollars after a rough start and continued with a foundation flock and profits.
In mid October start turkey fattening for Thanksgiving. Begin with small morning rations and larger nightly feedings to encourage foraging and avoid overfeeding. Use boiled new corn mash at night, add sour milk, keep grit and charcoal available, and maintain clean dry quarters free of lice.
Voucher seeks name and address to receive a trial package from Foley & Co. in Chicago. Promises Foley's Honey and Tar Compound, Foley Kidney Pills, and Foley Cathartic Tablets for bronchial coughs colds and croup and includes added assurances for stout persons.
The article analyzes whether to fatten old sows or breed them this fall and winter, citing a decade of hog profit loss charts. It notes a recent profit period since March 1916 and warns that pigs entering spring 1917 may market at a loss, suggesting reducing sow breeding by about three fourths to favor profits if the war opens German markets.
The piece advises shifting young stock to winter quarters gradually as pullets near laying, to avoid disturbances that delay first egg. Clean the house, move brood coops closer daily, and ease the transition before fall storms to protect young birds.
An old advertisement-style notice touts Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment as a remedy for eczema pimples acne blotchy red and scaly skin and cold sores or chapped hands. It claims antiseptic action stops spread and urges purchase at the drugstore for 50e.
The article outlines building a grain mix to match roughage quality, targeting 18-22 percent protein with low protein roughage and 13-16 percent with high protein roughage. It stresses cost, palatability, bulk, and physiological effects, and suggests a simple price-per-protein calculation while noting silage can substitute carbohydrates.
This column urges corn buyers to focus on moisture content as per government grades and recommends protecting crib stock with a roof to avoid losses. It also notes the need for moisture-aware handling due to high corn prices. A second item extols Dr. King’s New Discovery for winter colds, touting 47 years of use and availability at 50 cents.
How Catarrh is contracted and the danger of neglecting colds in children. chronic catarrh can burden life. Forethought with Chamberlain's Cough Remedy may have prevented trouble. For sale by R. A. Engbertson. Corsets for men will never be worn by those who need them.
A Decorah resident shares relief from kidney pain using Dean's Kidney Pills bought at Wangler's Pharmacy. The testimonial notes back pain ankle swelling and rapid improvement, urging others to use the Buffalo company product priced 50 cents at dealers.
Advertising copy touts Sloan's Liniment as fast relief for rheumatism neuralgia and tired muscles. It penetrates without rubbing soothing joints and minor injuries in children and adults with a 25 cent bottle sold by druggists. A concluding ad line urges a girl to read a man openly.
A dated advertisement urges readers to treat a common cold seriously and use Chamberlains Cough Remedy to end it quickly. It emphasizes a long proven reputation, lack of opium, and notes sale by R A Engbertson.
The regular city council meeting was opened by Mayor Baker with members Krome McKay Bucknell Jensen Willis McKinney and Boice present. Reports and finance items were approved including claims for street labor, sewer work and supplies with payments totaling amounts such as 301.19 for marshal pumping water 381.88 for Upper Town Power Co 1018 for service and other selections. resolutions for sewer work bond issue plat and assessment and bond sales were adopted. notice of registration for the general election and bonds offers were approved. an on hand sewer pipe proposition was discussed and accepted at 50.00 under city engineer approval.
The mayor names Aldermen Mc Kay Krome and Boice to the health and city attorney led task force to spy a stigned spur and contract for city garbage removal. The council transfers funds from the Funding Bond Fund to the W. W. Sinking Fund and adjourns.
The subscriber is appointed executrix of Henry W. Meyer deceased of Winneshirk County Town. She must exhibit demands and those indebted must pay to Mary M. Meyer Executrix. Dated Decorah Town September 27 1916. A. E. Barker Attorney.
Executor 39 Will C. Duffy appointed for Emma A. Duffy of Decorah township Winneshiek County Iowa deceased testate. All creditors must present demands and debtors must pay estate. Dated Decorah Iowa September 22 1916. Boice Hook and E R Acres Attorneys.
Notice that Joan A Bouska has qualified as executor of the Mary Jestrab estate, located in Jackson township Winneshiek county Iowa. Creditors must present claims and debtors should pay to C N Houck attorney, Decorah Iowa, dated Oct 7 1916.
Notice that John Ammer and Margaret Ammer were appointed executors of Jacob Ammer, intestate, and have qualified. All creditors must present their claims and those owing money must pay to the executors. Dated Decorah Iowa September 19 1916. Boice and Hook Attorneys.
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