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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1900
Page
8
A northern Middlesex agricultural column urges concise reader input edited by the agricultural editor. It covers nitrogen value in feeds, wind breaks for orchards, calf rearing guidance from Prof. Soule, and field forestry work across multiple states. Emphasizes practical farming advice, proper calf milk feeding, and timely breeding recommendations.
A poem fragment by Arthur Ketchum quoted in Ainslee's magazine reflects on plant life and seasonal cycles. It contemplates brown earth reclaiming flowers leaves and seeds, signaling the end of their brief life as winter settles in.
The report highlights rising apple prices and strong demand signaling higher spring prices, with fruit spoilage noted. Massachusetts census figures list neat cattle 18378 led by Middlesex with 2989, horses 132359, sheep 2180, swine 16897. Also discussed is Belgian hare introduction risks and Massachusetts Assessors to discuss livestock assessment practices at the State House on Friday, December 21, 10:45 am.
The piece discusses using sheep as weed killers, crop gains from spraying, winter bird feeding prep, and the hardiness of Cuthbert raspberries in New England. It cites Prof. Forbush praising robins and crows for grub control, and notes over 2000 barrels of Baldwin apples shipped from Chelmsford this fall by H. S. Perham, mostly from his own and neighbors’ orchards.
Practical guidance on poultry density to avoid heat and lice, fence post preservation methods using lime or tar, mulching strawberries for winter protection, and remarks on farm fertility as a storehouse of raw materials. Includes references to Stillwater Oklahoma experiment station findings.
The article notes a revival in demand for the former method for outdoor work such as roofing. It explains that stepwire nails fail to suit iron nails, and the life of the wall depends on protection from weather rather than the manufacturing method. The switch shows both nails lasting similarly under proper conditions.
The Iron Age notes rising demand for threepenny and fourpenny shingling nails while fence nails falter due to barbed wire. It highlights competition from galvanized wire shingling nails and the debate over netting galvanized before versus after weaving, with pros and cons on rust protection and durability.
Farm-Poultry argues that corn remains the staple poultry diet and the source of rich eggs, countering English writers who denounce corn. It blames liver disease on excessive grain overall, lack of greens, and insufficient exercise, not corn alone, urging readers to reject anticorn arguments.
The text notes rising public and private demand for forestry services, closer ties with lumbermen and planters, and a peak force of 123. It cites widespread interest in forest matters, cooperation with the interior department, and large land requests for work plans across states. It mentions water supply planning for cities, including Johnstown PA, and the push to plant and manage trees amid increasing applications.
Frank P. Bennett, editor of the National Wood and Cotton Reporter, urged reviving sheep husbandry in New England at the Massachusetts State Board of Agriculture meeting in Worcester. He cited waning New England flocks since 1840, contrasted with western ranges, and proposed cooperative leasing, share systems, and the abolition of slaughter ewe sales to boost profits. He endorsed better fencing, urged dog control, and noted a growing 900-member wool growers corporation as a sign of renewed activity.
Real estate notices show buyers seeking a six room cottage near fair grounds Gorham Powell Bellevue Coral and Midland streets. They also target an 86 acre farm near Amherst New Hampshire a 26 acre farm near Lowell and electrics and a two tenement house near Warwick Belmont St.
One of the nearest modern residences in the Highlands with stable and very desirable location. Built for present owner's use at a cost of 7500 dollars. Price 6000. Also Belmont street offer, 100 acre wood lot, 35 to 100 years growth, exchange for renting property near Lowell or Boston. In Pawtucketville nine room nearly new house with 6000 square feet land for 1750. Two story two tenement nearly new, 5000 feet land, 2000. Also trade for cottage in Centralville or Belvidere. 450 buys fruit confectionery and cigar store well equipped. Dodge Real Matare and Firensurance, Room 6, 23 Central Street.
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