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Newspaper
Ferdinand News
Location
Ferdinand, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1914
Page
4
The article explains a ten day to two week milk fattening finish for chickens in crates 21 by 36 inches, with eight birds per coop. It covers selection of vigorous birds, feeding mix of corn meal oats shorts and buttermilk, feeding timing, sanitation, growth rates, and local Indiana market considerations.
The article stresses careful handling of fruit during harvest to reduce waste. It urges picking early fruit for immediate use and storing later fruit in cool cellars, with gentle handling, avoiding bags, sorting injuries, and saving only perfect specimens for storage to extend the season.
Millet variety guide highlights common millet as a strong emergency hay crop option. It discusses sowing to quickly establish forage when forage is scarce and notes adaptability to varying soils and conditions.
The Indiana Real Estate association is created at the Claypool hotel in Indianapolis with J. Edward Morris as president and Ryland A. Wolcott as secretary treasurer. The group plans a statewide gathering October 7 to 9 and aims to press tax reform and road improvements for property value protection.
A bulletin lists Indiana men active in the National Conference of Charities and Corrections and related bodies receiving top posts for 1914 15. Amos W Butler Timothy Nicholson and Frank Loomis gain committees and secretary roles. Dr Charles Emerson becomes vice chairman on state care. Rev Gavish and Butler join public and private charities. Additional notes register Butler on the American officials executive committee and other Indiana appointments. Patents granted to Indiana residents include James Blake James Doodridge J C Back and others for casket handles insulated trolley crossing earth augers and wheel hubs.
The article emphasizes maintaining an earth mulch to conserve moisture for fruit plants. It explains stirring surface soil weekly, protecting against evaporation, and cultivating to depths suited to strawberries and bush fruits. It cautions against suspending tillage during blooming.
Guideline notes on proper harness fit and safety checks for work teams. Emphasizes inspecting every strap, providing water and lime, speaking clearly, giving periodic breaks, brushing horses, and avoiding rough handling when problems arise. BV. B.
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