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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1900
Page
8
A long readers’ page urges concise letters from farmers for agricultural discussion. It features Charles W. Stevenson’s poem on farming and perseverance, reflections on milk and Grange issues, and notes on Jersey cows, milk pricing, and farmer cooperation against price pressure. The piece highlights practical tips for milk producers and cautions against overreaching reforms.
The scrambled text references first class harvests, protection for fruit crops, and manuring. It mentions New Jersey fruit growers opposing a ban on Jose crase forces, crude ott on apples pears, and peach tree care. Maryland notes include peach trees and measurements, with unclear details about disease and ground depth.
A Townsend correspondent argues that many farmers neglect Grange leadership and clubs due to competing events and waning interest. He defends the Grange as a farmers institution, cites offshoot activity and warns against electing nonfarmers to office, urging active farmer participation and unification of rural groups.
Practical notes on ensiling dry cornstalks with added moisture for proper sealing. Includes method to sprinkle while cutting, heating to promote settling, top watering, and occasional turning. Also summarizes Atkinson's 1898 corn moisture study with weights and losses over a year, showing significant shrink and moisture behavior in stored corn.
The article recalls A M Purdy’s advice on winter planting with soil mounded over roots to protect crowns and prevent ice, instructing removal in spring for a quick growth start. It also brands imitation butter as a national disgrace and urges farmers to combat counterfeit dairy products with honesty and loyalty.
A Country Gentleman contributor argues farmers fail to master silo science after years of practice. It warns that improper moisture causes sour or spoiled ensilage through acetic fermentation or mold and charring. If too dry, add water early, ensure even distribution, and monitor temperature to save feed and avoid losses.
Promotion touts the Yusea Mantle as yielding fifty percent more light than competing mantles and triple strength. It promises long life and bright performance for gas lighting. Also notes first class gas cooking ranges sold at reduced cost.
A farmer argues that cutting feed reduces waste since livestock cannot select best pieces when feeding whole. Ground feed mixed with hay, bran, middlings, or straw creates balanced rations for cattle, horses, and sheep, improving digestion and potentially lowering costs.
Corrected timetable details list trains from Merrimack Street Depot Lowell to Boston Middlesex Berest Exeter Dover Newburyport and more. Daily, Sundays and weekdays show multiple departures, hours and destinations including Lawrence Haverhill Portland Rockland Nashua and Montreal with express options and seasonal notes.
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