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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1905
Page
7
The Farmers Institute discussed thrice monthly aims and corn quality, with Mr Tallman unsure of the cause while Dr Waterem coordinated on a clover Japan link. Teens showed engineering gaps in corn, citing musket threats and balance as key for feed. stock daily preference shifted toward certain fodder over alternatives.
Dr Waters advocates alfalfa as top forage crop noting its luxuriant growth and high yields. A Nebraska farmer reports successful adoption with improved stands and plans to diversify with legume crops.
A 19th century poultry article outlines Lewelling family schemes and best practices for mite control and coop design. It describes plans for sun exposure, dust management, and a mildew resistant coop with vents and a water trough to improve profit from ducks and fowls.
A heavy rain Monday night and soggy ground reduced Tuesday’s turnout at the meeting. Weather dampened interest while speakers including Professor Mohweitser, chemist at the state experiment station in Columbia, and Mr. E. spoke to the attendees.
Crabtree of Hannon Missouri outlines soil fertility principles from Professor Behweiler and discusses how soil elements cycle between air and ground. He urges careful selection of corn types, fertilizer blends, and phosphate mixes to boost crop yields and soil health. He also covers poultry raising essentials, including brood coop care and preventing mite infestations.
Advocates social organizations where farmers and their wives can gather socially and discuss work. They promote neighborly clubs as a place to converse, share experiences, and enjoy time together.
The Jasper Farmers' Association under the Institute's auspices held its last season meeting. Former officers were unanimously reelected as the group transacted routine business. Continued on page 8.
Community tidbits from the Sheridan area mention Mrs. Wm Sterling on air lists, Webb Bros selling home made lard, and revival meetings at the M E church west. Shown are millinery and furnishings at Mrs Campbell and J Y Lewis Comedy Co at Opera House, plus various visits, coal and lumber ads, and a Junior League picnic at Buttsgrove.
The Ladies Aid Boeisty of the M. Fi. Church held a bow social at the parsonage. Pies and hens were sold, bringing in about £5.00. Readers report weather and local notes including cattle fording, lumber firm mentions, and a Jasper correspondent coverage.
10000 bn of coal offered for sale at 8c per bn. Located seven miles north of Jas Per. Contact Harry Bingham for negotiations.
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