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Newspaper

Jeffersonville Star

Location

Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1920

Page

2

Letter from Garnett woman praises Lydia E Pinkham remedy

A Garnett Kansas mother describes a complete nervous breakdown after childbirth. She credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with rapid relief after two doses and full recovery after five bottles. She later bore three healthy children and says she would use the medicine again. Her name Mia Eva E Seay and location Garnett Kansas are noted.

Mia Eva E Seay Garnett, Kansas

Better Life Relief for Painful Bodies and Minds

A reflective note on pain becoming a burden and despondency easing only by a remedy that restores sunshine. The passage urges seeking relief to lift heavy worry and restore hope.

Belgian cats at conference please a hungry guest

A Continentally edition report from the London Mail describes Belgian cats at a finance conference luncheon. An expert received a cat as a gift from a restaurant mouse, prompting odd antics about cats fatigued by mice and requests to free time for catching more rodents.

Trussels Belgia London Mail

Remarkable relief from kidney issue with Anuric says Mrs Anderson

Mrs J Anderson of Marion Street Elkhart Maryland reports thick cloudy kidney excretion and nocturnal disturbances reduced after using Anuric. She notes improved rest and general health and cites prior benefit from Dr Pierce remedies.

Elkhart

Record Butter Imports Soar in First Seven Months of Year

U S Department of Agriculture reports 22,855,090 pounds of foreign butter imported in the first seven months, the highest figure on record. Analysts credit favorable exchange rates, cheaper foreign cargo, and Australia Argentina Ireland as key suppliers while American exports fall to 15 Said seven months show 15 H27 271 pounds var but overall export totals decline versus imports.

United States United States Department of Agriculture Department Bureau of Markets England Denmark Australia Argentina Ireland

Poultry Club Wins Big for Boys and Girls

Frances Easley of Tennessee posts a net profit of 81.66 from poultry club work after selling 18 dollars in market poultry and 27 pullets plus 17 hatching egg settings. Russell Monroe, 14, wins state championships with 120 chicks and a free trip to the fair. Dwight Carroll of Kansas reports 56 turkeys raised with net profit of 2416.80. Many youths show farm life rewards beyond city opportunities.

Poultry Club Frances Easley Tennessee Boys Eeris’ Poultry Club Frances Orchid Miller Oklahoma Elk City Poultry Church Dwight Carroll Winchester Tefferson County Kansas Dwight

Correctness of Separator Sparks Dairy Testing Case

A Minnesota herd of 35 cows yielded 1200 pounds of butterfat last June yet skim milk carried off 864 pounds of real butterfat each 30 days. L. Wilson of the USDA confirms the farmer tested skim milk and bought a new separator the next day, urging others to verify their equipment.

Minnesota L. ¥. Wilson United States Department of Agriculture University Farm Mr. Wilson

Punctual Dairyman urged to maintain schedule

The dairyman should be punctual and regular about his work because milk yield depends on it. Feed grain first while milking, then hay, as dust from hay can carry mold and bacteria speeding milk spoilage.

Poor Sire Harms Dairy Herd Says University Expert

Prof W J Frazer of the University of Tennessee warns that a poor sire can cause lasting harm to a dairy herd. He notes the potential improvement from a good sire, estimating an extra thousand pounds of milk per year per daughter.

Prof W. J. Frazer University of Tainois

Profitable Cow Milker Denotes Profitability

An observation notes that the profitable milker is typically the profitable cow, suggesting a close link between dairy worker efficiency and herd earnings in farm practice.

Benefits of Dehorning Cattle for Docility and Control

Dehorning cows makes them more docile and easier to manage. The practice reduces horn-related injuries and simplifies handling in herds and facilities.

One Good Cow Best as Said in Proverb

A farmers proverb notes a single high quality cow is worth more than two inferior cows, emphasizing quality over quantity in livestock.

Essential to Sanitation Concrete Floors in Dairy Barn

A brief note emphasizes the importance of concrete flooring in dairy barns for cleanliness and sanitation. Concrete floors improve drainage and reduce manure buildup, supporting healthier dairy operations.

Duck Fanciers Told How to Breed Ducks

Uncle Sam promotes a wild duck breeding leaflet from the Bureau of Biological Survey, with guidance on housing, shelter, and care. The article notes mallards are easiest to handle, black ducks need space, and breeding stock should be secured in fall for the early spring season.

Sam Fowler Bureau of Biological Survey Department of Agriculture

California Motto Stands Over Packing House Floor

A citrus marketing organization in California displays the motto Every doubtful orange is a cull above the packing house floor. The sign reflects quality standards guiding fruit culling and handling within the facility.

California Citrus Fruit Marketing

Spray Pump Necessity Cited for Fruit and Garden Growers

The note argues that a spray pump is essential for anyone raising fruit or gardening extensively. It dismisses the excuse of having no spray pump and stresses the need for proper equipment to manage crops.

Better Seed Needs Highlighted for Community Growth

Community leaders call for improved seed programs to boost local agriculture and address hunger. They emphasize accessible seeds, farmer training, and coordinated distribution through regional cooperatives and schools.

Ice Harvesting Guides Economy Icehouse Storage

The Farmers Bulletin explains building an icehouse in late fall and storing ice to serve dairy needs. One and a half tons of properly stored ice can cool milk from one cow for a year and still supply family use.

United States

Brown spot of corn widespread in eastern corn belt

The disease brown spot of corn affects a large part of the eastern corn growing region. Caused by a minute fungous parasite, damage may reach about 10 percent though often lower. USDA recommends field sanitation crop rotation and seed selection to control it.

Rocky Mountains United States Department of Agriculture

Free Range Geese and Poultry House Guidelines

Geese should have free range where possible to maximize yield and reduce costs. Quality of birds matters. 300 high quality birds yield more profit than 300 medium or worse. A good poultry house requires six factors: fresh air sun light dryness no drafts low cost and durability. Charcoal ground fine aids digestion for all ages. The henhouse must be well ventilated yet free of drafts over nests. Cleanliness thrift and proper mating, typically one to four geese per gander, drive success.

Selecting a Calf for Breeding Based on Conformation

The guide describes evaluating beef calves for breeding by conformation, condition, and quality. It covers judging from distance, head to hindquarters, masculine or feminine appearance, depth of flesh, and texture, with emphasis on avoiding roughness and selecting a well proportioned, active calf.

Last Federal Road Funds Apportionment Totals 100 Million

Chief of the bureau of public roads announces the final 100 million dollar federal aid allotment under the act. Three quarters comes from 1919 funds and 25 million from an original 16 appropriation. A 3 percent deduction funds administration by the Department of Agriculture, leaving 97 million to be divided among states.

McDonald Bureau of Public Roads Department of Agriculture Secretary of Agriculture

Common Sheep Scab Diagnostic Clues and Parasites

Common sheep scab may be differentiated from conditions caused by other parasites such as sheep ticks, common ticks and lice by finding the parasite and by the nature of the lesion. If itching is caused by ticks an examination will reveal the ticks.

Cholera Germ Carried by Dogs and Pests

The text notes that rats stray dogs barnyard pigeons and other stray animals spread cholera germs between herds but emphasizes that careful attention can greatly reduce the danger.

Ration for Young Foal

Equal parts crushed oats and bran make a simple nutritious ration for a young foal.

Hogging Down Corn Harvests Cheap Method

A brief note explains hogs as a cost efficient means of harvesting corn. It highlights the method as a traditional practice, noting its affordability for farmers.

Poor Roads Raise Costs for Farmers and Markets

The article notes how bad roads make staple crop prices unpredictable. Farmers lose access to high market prices when roads are impassable and haulage becomes impossible.

Federal Aid Helps Poor States In Road Building

Federal aid flows to underdeveloped states for roads and other projects. It shifts financial burden from poorer regions to wealthier ones, aiming to improve infrastructure and economic balance over time.

Texas Leads In Building Bonds For Roads

Texas tops the nation in road funding with bond issues totaling 44 708 000 dollars. The figure highlights Texas government investment in highway construction and public works nationwide.

Texas

Free Range for Breeding Stock Suggested Where Possible

The advisory recommends providing free range when feasible for breeding stock to promote welfare and natural behaviors. Benefits cited include improved health, reduced stress, and enhanced overall vitality in flocks.

Pullets Provide Early Winter Egg Output With Care

Early hatched pullets yield reliable winter eggs when given proper care. Farmers should prioritize careful handling, nutrition, and housing to maximize early laying, ensuring steady winter production.

Location for Hen House on the Farm

Instructions place the poultry house near existing farm buildings so visitors can access the fowls easily. Verify proximity to barns and storage sheds to enable convenient oversight and visitation.

Parcel Post Delivers Poultry Products Expanding Territory

Delivery by parcel post could extend the working area for poultry products. The option offers a means to reach customers beyond current routes and shore up distribution in rural or distant locations.

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