State test for infected hens
Connecticut poultry breeders lead in detecting ovarian infection in hens with a new test. A health certificate for flocks may be required before eggs or breeding stock can be shipped. The Storrs Agricultural Experiment Station Bulletin No. 77 outlines carrier problems, a microscopic agglutination test, and sour milk feeding effects. The study credits William F. Kirkpatrick, Leo F. Rettger, and Roy E. Jones for extensive experiments on bacillary white diarrhea in chicks.
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Connecticut
Storrs Agricultural Experiment Station
William F. Kirkpatrick
Storrs
Leo F. Rettger
Sheffield Scientific School
Yale University
Roy E. Jones
Nine Good Reasons for Building a Silo and Poultry Ovarian Study
A report discusses testing for ovarian infection in breeding stock using a microscopic agglutination method and its success in adult hens with B pul llorum. It notes limited value for chicks and suggests refinements. It also lists nine benefits of silage including milk yield, feed efficiency, and winter herd health.
The Corcupi Tahoe Theory and Domestic Advice
A reflective snippet on household life and marriage. The text contrasts a quirky theory with practical chores and hints at lessons about frugality and reforming a partner by withholding indulgence. It underscores that humor and restraint can shape relationships.
Size of Farm Investment Tied to Farmer Income
Government studies show farm income hinges on investment size and land cost. In Utah irrigated areas small capital yielded low labor income, while Central States require larger investments to profit from corn wheat and oats. Working capital quality and livestock efficiency also strongly affect net income.
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United States
Utah
Central States
Yellow corn deepens yolk color in hens eggs
Experiments with 120 Leghorn hens show corn fed at nine parts corn to twelve parts mash yields very deep yolk yellow, while four and a half parts corn to sixteen and a half parts other foods gives a noticeable tint. Wheat or white corn produce pale yolks.
Fine-wool flocks weigh the risks of mutton rams in breeding
The piece argues extended use of mutton rams in Merino ewes risks loss of profits and poorer ewe quality, urging careful management. It notes demand for fine-wool rams rising, reports from the West on Merino blood restoration, and recommends De laine type rams to blend traits for market lambs and wool weight.
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Delaine
Split Log Drag: A Cheap Asset for Farmers Roads
A drive to cut transportation costs promotes the split log drag as the best cheap road improvement. Farmers can build a drag for two dollars, using logs to throw dirt toward the center, fill mud holes, and raise the roadway. Use and method details emphasize dragging on muddy, near-freezing days with a light team at a walk.
Greencastle City Council approves 1915 Indiana Street assessment roll
The Greencastle Indiana Common Council on January 12 1915 approved a prima facie assessment roll for Indiana Street from Hanna to Berry for cement sidewalks curbs and gutters brick street crossings and grading with grass plots. The roll lists benefited parcels and will be open for remonstrance January 29 1915 at 7 PM in council chamber. city clerk will display the assessment details.
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Greencastle
Indiana
Indiana Street
Hanna Street
Berry Street
Olive Street
Sellers Addition
Parke Street
Pine Street
Beveridge Street
Highland Street
Berry
Sellers Annex
Common Council
Miller
Real Trouble: Poor Complexion Signals Liver Disorder
Many women fear a sallow muddy complexion and overuse face powder, but the real issue lies in the liver. Chamberlain's Tablets are recommended to correct liver disorders, improve overall health, and thus enhance beauty. Sold by all dealers.
Notice of Final Settlement of Estate Pletcher
Notice to creditors heirs and legatees of Henry T. Pletcher to appear in Putnam Circuit Court Green Castle Indiana on February 8 1915 to show cause why final settlement accounts should not be approved and to prove heirship and receive distributive shares Witness Clerk Harry W Moore Jan 16 1915 Weekly Jan 22.
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Henry T. Pletcher
Putnam Circuit Court
Greencastle
Indiana
Harry W. Moore
Notice of Administration for W M Sutherlin
Court announces administration of estate by administrator W M Sutherlin with attorney St Weekly. Filing dates and probate steps to be completed per local rules. Public notice invites creditors and heirs to present claims within the statutory period.
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Aids Deep Seated Colds
The notice touts Chamberlains Cough Remedy for deep seated colds aiding lungs and easing breathing. It claims the medicine liquifies mucus and helps nature throw off illness. testimonial from Mrs C B Walters of Decatur Illinois notes fifteen years of cured deep seated lung cold and persistent cough relief. For sale by all dealers.
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Chamberlain
C. B. Walters
Decatur, Til
You Insist on Feeding Wet Mashes Clean the Dishes
Guidance for poultry keepers on wet mash use for different bird groups and the risks of mold and disease. It advises limiting amounts, removing leftovers, letting layers have dry mash, and letting chickens range briefly to graze and fertilize the lawn. It warns that ungraded eggs lead to paying others to grade them.
Petition To Improve Highway In Floyd Township
Auditor of Putnam County Indiana gives notice of an amended petition by J P Christie et al to lay out establish and improve highways in Floyd Township Putnam County Indiana Set for hearing February 1 1915 before the county Board of Commissioners The petition seeks to lay out establish and improve highways and to improve already established routes in Floyd Township Indiana
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Putnam County
Indiana
J. P. Christy
Floyd Township
Board of Commissioners
Said County
State of Indiana
Potsam County
J. Polk Christie
Petition for Highway Improvement in Floyd Township 1915
A long Amended Petition by freeholders and voters of Floyd Township requests the county board grade drain bridge and macadamize a continuous set of highways along Section 10 11 and 12 in Township 15 North Range 3 West to span about two and a half miles. The plan names multiple landowners including Rachel E. Gilpin Amanda E. Webter Bessie Alma D. Sutherlin Joseph Polly Lewis Harvey Ader J Polk Christie L C Wilson and Mary Wilson Sutherlin and proposes gravel as the paving material with a width of feet.
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Floyd Township
Township 15
North Range
Fillmore
New Maysville
Berin
Said Township
Rachel E. Gilpin
Amanda E. Webter
Bessie
Alma D. Sutherlin
Joseph
Polly Lewis
Harvey Ader
Io. Ll. Sutherlin
Homer Tyre
Aaron Hand
Harry Alters
John Picket
J. Polk Christie
D. D. Eggers
John H. Poff
Harry Ader
Burl Leisure
Ambrose D. Cassity
George Sutherlin
Jas. C. Waln
Frank Lader
Fred Todd
W. L. Baldwin
Herman A. Heagin
Joe Lewis
Harry A. Alter
W. T. Batman
EB. B. Summers
Lervis C. Wilson
Edward BE. McVey
Relph Pickett
Millard Greenlee
J. J. Ader
M. M. Miller
Leonard Heavin
Mason
Bates T. Lawson
A. J. Smith
James C. Ogle
Elsworth Evans
Oscar Evans
T. J. Miller
Paul F. Priest
John Wilson
James Hulton
William Pursell
James Arnold
Timmons
D. Lasley
Roscoe Hillis
Chas
D. Eastham
E. C. Waln
M. C. Sibbit
James J. Buggy
D. C. Summers
Churchill Allee
Maurice J. Sutherlin
F. M. Zimmerman
J. Waln
Wm. F. Zeiner
Elijah Flint
Ray L. Craver
Phillips
D. A Day
Frank Day
Aaron W. Cooper
S. Lewallen
Jessie A. Evans
Emra BE. Wright
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