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Newspaper
Hayti Herald
Location
Hayti, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1920
Page
6
A historical note argues that social unrest signals deep changes toward a new ideal of life built on service and social justice. It calls for renewed production and collective sacrifice, sees wealth privilege challenged, and envisions ice on human relations as humanity’s quest for social justice.
Senator Thomas of Colorado argues for a fixed exchange ratio between gold and silver as a means to stabilize world markets. He notes silver's volatility vs the stable American silver dollar and contends that major powers may agree on a rate to steady money, boost standard coinage, and foster global commerce.
A satirical piece warns that divorce, likened to an epidemic, endangers national welfare more than flu. It urges personal cleanliness and social responsibility, urging readers to consult a lawyer for divorce issues only when necessary.
A New York City banker argues that women in business must focus on work to avoid perceived instability. She says surrendering feminism harms success and employers view feminine tendencies as a barrier to equal wages. The piece urges concentrated effort and rejects masculine adornment as a path to advancement.
Reverend W W Ketchum argues that Thessalonians expected Christ’s return and that scripture places the second coming at the center of Christian belief. He cites verses from John, Matthew and Revelation to outline a two stage return and urges believers to live in readiness rather than panic.
Sunday lesson notes on Reval 7 12 a heavenly home worshippers from all nations redeemed by the Lamb and God’s sealing before tribulation. The blessedness of the worshippers in heaven includes praise blessings glory wisdom thanksgiving power and the promise of mansions and service before God.
A road building guide stresses drainage as the key to good earth roads. It advocates surface and under drainage, proper grading, side ditches, and dragging the crown after rains to move fine soil to the center, with adjustments if the crown is excessive.
David F. Houston reports the 1919 federal aid road program is larger than ever and may require states to postpone some expenditures to 1920. He notes the need to build contracting and engineering capacity after wartime stagnation and that funds will cover the next year.
Farmers learn the desirability of diversified farming as the prime requisite for success. Markets may be a nearby town or city or a distant market requiring railroad transport.
An editorial note highlights the time saved by better roads benefiting agriculture. It argues that reduced transport delays enhance efficiency for farmers and traders, lowering costs and speeding market access. The piece emphasizes infrastructure as a driver of rural prosperity.
Critics urge lower taxes claiming farmers pay more in taxes for bad roads than for building and maintaining good roads. They argue time and labor spent on poor roads would cover the tax levy for a single quality road.
The piece warns that the craftiest cunning lies in ignoring known traps while attempting deception. It emphasizes human gullibility when actively trying to mislead others and reflects on strategic misjudgment in the face of known snares.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture warns dairy farmers to change cows from dry winter feed to pasture gradually to avoid a drop in milk. Start with limited pasture hours, steadily reduce grain, and supplement with 3 to 5 pounds daily if needed. Early spring pasture is rich in water and low in dry matter, so a slow transition prevents nutrient shortfalls.
A Kansas State Agricultural College expert argues well feeding boosts returns, recommending selling underperforming cows to concentrate feed on the rest. He notes many owners fail to realize the profitability of feeding a few cows well, turning cattle management into a duet of effort and outcome.
A garbled excerpt discusses how only part of a cow's milk-producing capacity should be used for silk production and implies it is unprofitable to feed a cow beyond its milking needs. The passage contains unclear terms and fragmented sentences.
Silage has been found to be well suited for dairy cattle but is not a complete food due to bulk high moisture and lack of protein and minerals. It should be fed with alfalfa or clover hay and a well balanced grain ration.
Thrifty growth is described for calves fed to induce thrifty gain without fat. Heifers aged six months to two years are expected to gain about one pound daily under the described feeding regime.
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