Dorset Sheep: Serviceable Breed Spreads in England and America
The Dorset sheep from Dorsetshire England is a large, white faced breed with horns in both sexes. They average 215 pounds for rams and 165 pounds for ewes, with good wool yielding eight pounds per head. They cross well for hot house lambs due to prolificacy and milking, breeding year round. The piece cautions new breeders to start slowly, learn from experience, and avoid selling calls as breeders. It also notes a separate warning about poison parsnip, a killer of cattle in swampy pastures, with recent cases near Bristol Tennessee and no known remedy.
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Dorset
Dorsetshire
England
Southdown
Shropshire
United States
Bristol
Tenn
Poison Plant Water Hemlock Threat to Livestock
A dangerous plant called water hemlock grows in marshy areas and can kill cattle that nibble it. Owners note cattle show signs of poisoning similar to blind staggers. The plant has a strong odor and may be avoided by stock, though not always. It resembles peppermint and can reach several feet in good soil.
Dairy Notes for Better Milk and Butter Quality
Practical tips on dairy hygiene and processing. Emphasizes quick cooling after cream separation to prevent bacterial growth, proper mixing of creams, and thorough cleaning of separators. Advises choosing a reliable dairy bull and warns that washing practices affect butter quality.
The Useful Hackney at National Horse Show
The old English breed hackney remains highly admired and in strong demand after a recent national show in New York City. Officials praised its speed, endurance and style, noting the breed’s full breast and short back as defining traits.
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New York City
Hackney Horse Description From Coach Breed Forum
The article describes Hackney horses with short legs, a strong head and neck, and a blocky shoulder and rump. It notes a trend toward a stylish high stepping gait, lifted feet, and knee action, praising their soundness, bone, and constitution. Crossbreeding with native stocks improved style and vigor, and eastern and northern states in the U. S. report abundant stock. Standard height is 15.5 hands, range 14 to 16. It calls the breed one of the best all around roadsters and coach breeds.
Proper Dairy Water Supply From Springs and Pipes
The article advises dairy farms to secure pure water from wells or cisterns. In level country gravity pipes from springs to barns are practical, with iron pipes cheap and water brought to needed points. For cooling milk and butter, use a large cold spring and place products near the head of the spring. Water the cows with piping where feasible.
The Sitting Hen Observes Nest Escape In Cool Morning
A hen left to herself departs her nest early in the morning as the air is cool. The hen’s body heat raises the eggs to about 103 or 104 degrees, and the incoming cool air causes moisture to precipitate on the eggs. This moisture moistens them sufficiently without extra moisture.
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Dohset Ram
New Yorker
Walter T. Bradie
Girard Ave
Phila., Pa
Hoffer
Engle
Hummelstown
George P. Hoffer
Swatara Quarry
Swatara, Pa
E. M. Hoffer
Palmyra
Landis
E. B. Cassady
Hackney
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