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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Weekly Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1908
Page
28
Frank H Hall argues usefulness defines human activity in this essay from the Illinois Farmers Institute. He links useful labor to farming, crafts, education, and civic betterment, urging boys to pursue constructive paths that enrich society and foster well being.
A Nebraska reader argues that incubator success requires attention and effort. He suggests trusting a wife with the machine, praising women for thrift and care in poultry projects while criticizing men for overlooking small but vital details.
From Johnsonburg Pennsylvania, William Smith notes a choice between hill ing up potatoes or using hods. The excerpt discusses tuber visibility and digging methods, highlighting practical concerns for harvest efficiency.
A Michigan station tested two lamb groups of ten, using oat straw versus clover hay with cut corn stover over four weeks. Lot 1 with oat straw gained 2.03 lb per head weekly on 396 lb roughage and 478 lb grain, while Lot 2 with clover hay and corn stover gained 2.38 lb weekly on 344 lb roughage and 408 lb grain. Oat straw shows potential value when clover hay is costly, best used midday with other feeds, offering variety and nutrients, though not as sole roughage. Clotted fleece is tied to ill health and low sheep condition, hindering wool growth.
J. D. C. of Illinois argues breeders should aim for sheep that meet the butcher ideal of straight backs, pronounced loins, and full quarters while maintaining constitution. He urges educators to select animals with even flesh coverage and a sensitive touch to balance high valued cuts with healthy breeding flocks.
Tact sometimes accomplishes more than talent. A neighborly loan of tools earns more than mere skill. The farmer needs decent bathing facilities but often neglects his own house. Envy darkens hearts while a clean heart shines with sunshine. A wily politician cultivates farmers before oats and abandons effort after harvest. The saloon loses farmer support as anti liquor sentiment grows.
James Wood of Licking County Ohio recalls old practice of dressing meadows with land plaster. He explains it acted as a stimulant, boosting crops for a few years but then failed to continue. Land plaster provides no plant food but helps unlock soil nutrients for growing plants.
A western newspaper man once attacked automobiles urging farmers to ride horses with long guns. Now he predicts autos will be on every farm and he agrees with the shift in sentiment, as noted by M. M. Johnson of Nebraska.
F D R of Iowa asks if cement floors harm hogs. They say cement floors are acceptable if pigs have ample clean straw, and believe cement may be more sanitary.
A discussion recalls old practice of feeding pine boughs to penned sheep to ward off nodular disease. Pennsylvania breeder John Harney asks which mutton sheep is best, noting Shropshire as a quick maturing and high quality mutton breed.
Guidance on planting small fruit varieties with north or northeast exposure to avoid frost damage. Describes ideal peach orchard soils as warm gravelly hillside and well drained sands, while heavy clay hinders peach growth. Notes plums tolerate stiffer soils and stresses the soil must be fertile and in prime condition before planting one-year trees.
The piece argues that men who view dairy, poultry, and housework as beneath them damage farm success. It stresses that any worthy farm task deserves top effort and notes women, even with help, cannot fully cover all duties for the men and family.
An early guide promotes small flocks of 15 to 20 sheep and explains how Downs breeds stay small yet productive. It notes weight ranges for ewes, economic benefits of farming land with sheep, and cautions about lamb health, parasites, and bloat from alfalfa. It also references high sale prices for Cheviot rams in Scotland and advises culling old, diseased ewes.
Standard varieties only and buy from responsible nurserymen. Prepare ground in fall before planting and supply abundant plant food. Read insights from successful growers to stay current. Spray thoroughly, plant dwarf varieties slowly. Cover crops prevent soil wash and keep ground thick. Thin fruit to form strong heads. sell directly to consumers when possible. Poultry and fruit growing pair well. fruit eating brings cheer. Do not confine beauty of flowers to the yard. Currants raspberries and blackberries are profitable and easy, though the biggest berry time may not sell the ade
The guide advises selecting medium sized nursery stock to ease handling, trimming bruised roots, and balancing top with roots. It recommends bone dust in holes, 16 foot square planting, variable spacing, and avoiding sod culture in favor of soil work and sowing clover to enrich the ground.
Article emphasizes profitable beef cattle feeding requires a rigorous feeding plan and proper care. It notes growth occurs in the first year, finishing by age two yields higher returns, and unripe cattle perform poorly on the road. It argues small numbers allow better feeders and that farmers with own corn can fatten beef cheaper than professionals.
The article argues dairying is a man’s job due to hard work and technical skill. It claims wives cannot run a ten cow dairy, though women may assist with washing utensils. A well-equipped ten‑cow dairy costs about 150 dollars and can yield at least 250 pounds of butter yearly for profit in good markets.
Farmers often overfeed brood sows before farrowing and later see weak or dead piglets. During gestation the sow must keep up strength while nourishing the fetus. A liberal but balanced ration is advised, avoiding excessive fatness since over fat sows offset piglet stamina and growth.
The article advises on summer cultivation using disk harrows and two-horse cultivators, dust mulch for moisture, and cover crops with legumes to reduce nitrogen fertilizer needs. It covers pruning, especially twice yearly, low-headed trees with skilled pruning, and best basket forms for commercial peach crops. Varieties should be chosen by local conditions, with experimental farm reports guiding selections.
A collection of old time tips covers window cleaning bricks, putty like wallpaper cleaner, garden labor etiquette, bathroom addition on farms, piping heat to kitchens, outdoor thermometers, employee meals, curtain removal for cooling, carpet sweepers, and choosing high quality flower seeds to improve farm appearances and local trade.
The article explains that a dairy operation must tailor feeding and care to each cow to maximize milk, butter fat, and profit. Regular milking, gentle handling, and consistent feeding with oilmeal, oatmeal, and corn mush from early calf stages influence yield. Proper balance across lactation periods and attentive management, from barn cleanliness to bookkeeping, are essential for a successful dairy business.
Gardeners using nitrate of soda saw dramatic gains in cabbage celery tomatoes and turnips. Trials at New Jersey station showed higher yields and profits with two or three applications though 400 pounds per acre in two dressings yielded the best overall celery gain. Apply between rows, not on plants.
A reader asks about a horse that rubs its tail badly. The editor notes multiple potential causes and prescribes worm and tonic powder, a physic dose after a few days, kerosene on the affected skin, then thorough washing with warm soap and water, repeating in four to five days.
Fred Cooper of Michigan asks what a complete fertilizer is. A complete fertilizer contains all three elements nitrogen, phosphoric acid and potash while an incomplete one lacks one. On some soils an incomplete fertilizer may act as complete because the soil supplies the deficient element.
East Aurora reader James Ackley discusses potato blight prevention by Bordeaux mixture spray. He notes there are multiple blight forms and spraying may help, with varying effectiveness from one grower to another and from two to three applications.
Spillman of Oskaloosa Iowa asks if currants are profitable to grow. Currants are valuable but require rich soil and ample fertilizer. Drawbacks like the currant worm exist but are controllable. Demand is growing and vigilant farming pays. Breeding quality stock is likened to careful farm work.
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