Forage Crops Prove Profitable For Pigs Says Bulletin
A bulletin from Iowa State College details three years of animal husbandry tests showing green pastures boost pig profits. Alfalfa grazed pigs profit over $5 per animal, with forage crops yielding $32 to $80 per acre in various trials. Even at $6 hog prices, profits rise to $154 per acre on rape forage, though alfalfa remains the best overall for cheap gains.
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Iowa State College
John M. Evward
W. J. Kennedy
H. H. Kildee
E. T. Roberts
Animal Husbandry
Not in the Roasting Business
A newspaper exchange argues against backhanded tipping and disputes. The writer says readers should settle grievances directly with the person involved, not involve the printer. It says no one here is perfect and urges fair handling of quarrels.
Rural carriers adopt summer schedule starting Tuesday
Rural carriers resume summer routes beginning Tuesday morning. They leave the office at 10 45 each day and return at 5 45, allowing farmers to receive mail from Milwaukee train No 1 the same day when the train is punctual. The adjustment is welcomed by many.
Dailies Reach Rural Route Patrons Delayed by Schedule
Ruthven Free Press notes that under the winter schedule newspapers arrive one to two days late for rural route patrons, causing delays in delivery and information access.
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Ruthven Free Press
Rural journalism gains new impact with parcels post
A New York daily asserts parcels post shifts reach for small town merchants. It urges a robust local ad campaign to tap patrons previously out of reach, predicting rural journalism will assume unprecedented importance and influence.
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New York Daily
Standard Barrel for Apples Regulated by Law
After July, a standard barrel of apples must meet specific dimensions: twenty six inches between heads, sixty four inches in circumference, and seventeen inches eight eighths in head diameter. Barrels labeled standard must conform or face a one dollar fine plus costs. the law aims to ensure buyers know what they are getting.
Trouble Over Ditch Assessment Across Counties
County and Pocahontas boards clash over new joint drainage district assessments affecting the southern county. Property owners from both counties object to the rates, with commissioners accused of appraising as many as ten sections daily when a few would suffice.
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Pocahontas
Joint
New Parcel Post Regulations Take Effect After July First
Post office plans allow sending parcels anywhere in the county by parcel post C O 10. A parcel with stamps will have the amount due collected by the post office and remitted. Amounts not exceeding 1100 may be collected from the purchaser. A ten cent fee will insure coverage up to $50.
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Parcel Post C.O
Post Office Department
Parcel Post
Card of Thanks to Neighbors for Bereavement Help
We express heartfelt thanks to four neighbors and friends for sympathy and help during our recent bereavement. Thanks also to all who sent beautiful floral offerings. Mr. and Mrs. E. A Bergum and family.
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E. A Bergum
Bonstead and Family
Humboldt Man in Despondent Self-Injury
The Humboldt Republican reports T. E. Jamison of Dakota City, a county resident aged 63, shot himself with a rifle on Sunday morning last. Three bullets struck his head and face. he died within hours after treatment at Cherokee hospital. He had recently been treated for mental derangement and was believed despondent over his condition.
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Humboldt Republican
T. E. Jamison
Dakota City
Appreciation for kindness after bereavement
Mr. and Mrs. Bonstead and family thank neighbors for thoughtful acts and beautiful floral offerings during their bereavement.
Nearing the Century Mark: Grandma Henry Turns 94
Report from Emmetsburg notes Grandma Henry reached her 94th birthday this Thursday. She has been in good health until recently when she suffered the grippe but is recovering and expected to regain her usual vigor. She is believed to be the county’s oldest resident, nearing a century.
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Grandma Henry
Emmetsburg
Mark Ag
Henry
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