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Newspaper
Dixon Sun
Location
Dixon, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1882
Page
5
The Dixon Sun published from Dixon Illinois on September 20 1882 reports local happenings in the city. See public notices market activity and community events reflecting late 19th century life in Dixon.
Dr. C E Page argues for quiet, dry, warm stabling and minimal feeding. He endorses two meals daily, noon rest, and avoiding feed after heavy work. He notes fat is disease, two meals suffice for hard labor, and rest beats meals. The piece discusses breed traits and finding a good all purpose horse, citing Morgan and Cleveland Bay as models.
The article advises farmers on selecting horse types and breeding lines to fit utility and profit. It emphasizes draught breeds for heavy work, general purpose for light work and driving, and roadsters for carriage sale. Criteria for a good draught stallion include depth of chest, large nostrils, strong quarters, and solid frame.
Practical farmer guidance on managing cows during late pregnancy and after birth. Warns against overfeeding before calving, advises drying off dairy cows, emphasizes sparing fattening foods, warm water for calves, and cautious feeding post partum. Describes signs and treatments for milk fever, retention of afterbirth, and when to seek a veterinarian.
Best quality ingrains in stock at 35 50 60 and 65 cents with a complete selection of body Brussels in latest colors and designs. Popular assortment at the lowest prices. do not buy elsewhere.
An article warns that overfeeding weaned pigs with sour milk and meal slops causes indigestion and nervous disorders, with staggers and brain disorder possible. It notes the false belief that black teeth cause disease and advises half a pint of sweet skimmed milk per meal for a weaned pig.
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