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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1909
Page
15
The article explains how American Pure Culture Spawn transformed mushroom farming after 1904, stressing reliable results from proper spawn, manure preparation, and fermentation. It details ideal beds, moisture tests, turning schedules, and timing from spawning to harvest, with practical guidance for cultivators and room setups.
The text explains that a mushroom bed yields about 50 cents per pound and requires five to six months from material preparation to bearing. Old beds should be removed when they stop bearing, and spent substrate is not fit for propagation but makes a valuable fertilizer for fields gardens or lawns.
The editor cites a Oklahoma preacher farmer who claims a before seed maturity plow and deep bury method kills Canadian thistle. He proposes fencing the farm into hog lots with yearly breakups and forage crops, plus notes on cow peas grazing value and proper use of dairy separators for consistent butter. Duncan concludes hogs are heat seekers needing proper sorting and spacing to avoid crowding and smothering young pigs.
A Chicago Stock Yards visitor used a phonograph to capture hog squeals for use in a scent theater illustrating a novel repurposing of waste sound. The concept aims to transform the farmyard noise into an artistic or commercial product, reflecting inventive sound reuse.
F B Moore explains seed placement after selecting seed, arguing that drilling saves seed and yields a more even stand than broadcasting. He notes broadcast seed often fails to germinate due to uneven coverage and depth, while drilling distributes grain evenly for better emergence.
The piece contrasts scrub farming with pure bred cattle sheep and swine and pure seed planting. It argues that modern farmers quit scrub methods and stock for well bred animals and seed, claiming few revert to scrub practices after adopting quality stock.
A published illustration credits the United States Department of Agriculture as the creator. The caption notes the drawing showcases agricultural subject matter and reflects federal art in public domain display.
The piece argues ordinary grassland favors mixed livestock with sheep stripping young grass and cows tolerating coarse forage. It notes sheep suffer in drought while breeding flocks face abortion, and drought lowers wool quality and fleece value due to weak wool growth and lower sale prices.
The article argues drill sowing yields with even coverage, boosting oats profitability by up to nine bushels per acre versus broadcasting. It notes farmers, aided by improved seeders for rough ground, should adopt drill planting for grain and grass seeds to secure uniform stands and reduce seed waste.
Frank Clemans of Crookston Minnesota increased his flock from 10 to 100 in seven years and produced nearly half a ton of wool last fall. English egg consumption totals 4.4 billion yearly with 2.13 billion imported from other countries. Japan’s forests span 30 million acres, producing 570000 dollars net income in 1901. A Mississippi valley tract once bought at 37 dollars per acre now yields peaches and strawberries with substantial profits.
A Kansas reader asks why farmers should use manure spreaders over wheelbarrow spreading. The editor notes spreaders save labor and improve even distribution, contrasting with the dirty, uneven results of forking from wagons.
The article extols manure spreaders as enabling far more ground to be covered. It notes even distribution prevents spotted, overfed patches and reduces effort compared to fork spreadings and wagon loading. A spreader allows easy control of manure amounts, targeting bare spots and saving time in distribution.
A man who understands horses is a good master. Examine a horse at rest to find weak points better than in action. Avoid bolting. use pebbles in the feed box to slow eating. If a horse does not sweat after vigorous exercise, it is out of condition.
The piece discusses the rarity and value of twin lambs in various livestock, noting cows rarely produce profitable twins while small sheep often benefit. It explains how ram mating and autumn condition affect twin and triplet births, and cites a district record of 161 lambs from 200 long-wooled ewes out of 200 born.
The article argues for improving hog pens to protect hogs from cold and reduce waste. It notes that comfortable shelter costs little and yields higher profits by preventing hog piles, heat loss, and unnecessary suffering, urging farmers to use available materials and ingenuity.
A collection of aphorisms on ambition happiness fear truth and morality. It muses on workers honesty social vanity aging guilt and the pull between right and wrong with witty cautions and paradoxes. The piece concludes with ironic notes on self knowledge and wealth.
A farmer named Hemenway tried to cure a balky four year old by striking its forefoot with a stone. The colt reared and caused a bad head cut and scrapes on Hemenway, who was knocked around and left shaken and unable to finish the moment. The horse stood immobilized for another hour before being unhitched and sent home.
Farmers should provide stock with fresh well water in winter at a temperature they can drink. Cold water discourages drinking and risks vital and digestive needs. Water is the cheapest yet essential feed, and neglect harms livestock health.
The article describes compact hog pen designs by A. S. Riley built from 2x4s, 6 feet by 7 feet, with a rough pine floor, 2 ft 8 in corner posts, 3 ft 10 in rafters, and south facing double doors for sunlight. Ventilators 6x12 inches are placed above doors. total cost about 13.50.
Regularity in feeding and milk quality prevents scours and supports growth. After one month, milk temperature or sweetness matters less than consistent hours, proper handling, and avoiding overlong storage. Provide plenty of hay and water, ensuring roughage to keep the calf healthy and a heavy feeder in future.
A farm study compares tankage, meat meal, and blood meal with middlings and corn. It finds high protein early reduces long term gains, while balancing protein with digestible feeds like cornmeal improves weight by four to six months.
A Kansas hen nesting after her eggs were taken found a litter of kittens, seized them, and drove away the mother cat. She eventually allowed the cat to stay and helped raise the kittens. The hen did not understand why the kittens would not eat the worms she gathered. The Boston Transcript reports this as a peculiar tale.
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