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Newspaper
Lititz Record
Location
Lititz, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1914
Page
7
E P Snyder argues Merinos outperform fine and coarse wooled sheep on rough land, noting they resist disease, yield more wool, and live longer. The Delaine American Merinos improve size, smoothness, and wool quality, with polled lines and fleshier bodies, while avoiding facial wool.
A farmer reflects on shifting from Merino to mutton breeds in the 1890s. He notes crossbred lambs thrived with lower wool prices, cites lambs sold at 6.44 cents per pound, and recounts higher losses from parasites with mutton breeds but acknowledges potential higher weight gains. He weighs range efficiency, disease risk, and overall profitability between Merinos and mutton types.
The article advises providing artificial shade in breezy high locations with board shelters to ensure air flow. It stresses abundant fresh water and automatic waterers as convenient. It also notes that a sow's disposition affects profitability and urges gentle treatment and adequate exercise for breeding stock.
Do not let any outsider sort your best lambs when selling. choose own lot or sell in a bunch. Charcoal is a strong tonic for growing pigs. Do not feed moldy hay to horses as it causes wind disorders. The spotted Poland and mule foot hogs ranked in 1914 International. Hog sheds should be dry and well ventilated, yet protect from rain and heat. Every horse runs warm after a drive. never strip harness before feeding oats or water.
The guide favors large growthy brood sows that are motherly, feminine in appearance, and not prone to laying on flesh. It advises weeding out sows with small litters or poor milk, and praises Chester White hogs for prolific, adaptable, economical growth and clean appearance when dressed. A Chicago farrow class winner is noted.
A narrator recalls encounters with Hawaiian lepers, describes segregation, isolation, and harsh past conditions on Molokai. He notes hidden lepers on several islands, past government neglect, and a chilling suicide of a leper who escaped the searches. The piece reflects grim fascination and warned limits of visiting the island.
The York county fair runs Thursday at York with events and exhibits. Lancaster County S. S. Association will hold its convention at Lititz on the same day.
The Lancaster and Lititz division timetable shows Saturday departures from Lititz at 5 45, 6 45 A M and every 30 minutes to 8 45 P M then 10 15 10 45 and 11 44 P M. Lancaster departures start 5 00 6 00 A M every half hour to 8 00 P M then 9 00 10 00 and 11 00 P M. Sunday service mirrors weekday timings. Freight trains run Lititz 9 15 A M and 3 16 P M arriving at Lancaster 11 30 A M and 6 00 P M.
The article advises choosing brood sows with at least six teats per side and selecting large litters from robust, masculine boars. It argues that larger sow litters improve profitability and that yearly culling of brood sows builds a strong, productive herd.
A study by W A Cochel using 24 Percheron and Belgian draft types over 84 days shows silage from mature corn plus cottonseed meal yields higher gains, better finish, and lower grain use than hay or oats. Profitability favors calm horses with typical draft traits.
A short reflective note contrasts donors who give generously with those who give little, suggesting generosity reflects character and resources rather than duty.
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