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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1912
Page
2
Agronomy piece by Prof E B Kart from Wincenain College of Agriculture argues manure is most effective when fresh and spread directly to fields to maximize root contact. It advocates fine or well rotted material, surface top dressing where feasible, and spreading from the wagon to avoid double handling and ammonia loss.
Wisconsin agricultural expert Prof J G Fuller explains two main hog types: lard types ideal for fattening on corn and bacon types, bred for leaner meat. He notes bacon hogs finish lighter than lard hogs, making Wisconsin farmers favor lard-type hogs under flat-rolling market conditions.
The report notes that while some areas can raise high quality bacon hogs, breeding and feeding them should not compete with lard hog production unless local demand and prices ensure profit over production costs. It stresses market conditions and profitability in determining breeding focus.
Marshfield resident Mary Klug endorses Doan's Kidney Pills after relief from back pain and side pumps caused by weak kidneys. She bought them at Sexton Bros. Drug Store in Marshfield and notes the remedy corrected her difficulties. Sold by all dealers 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole agents. Remember the name Doan's.
Farmer Corn tesual jokes about reform then warns of self harm from too rapid changes. The piece shifts to a health pitch noting ill health from poor digestion and praising Chamberlain's Tablets to strengthen digestion, invigorate the liver, and regulate bowels, claiming many have been permanently cured and urging dealers to sell.
Powell says public-spiritedness not essential he cares only about doctors fees. Lindsay Scott of Temple Ind praises Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as meritorious and urges sale by all dealers.
A health tip says a final pinch of salt removes bitterness. It notes many workers suffer from lame back and recommends applying Chamberlain's Liniment twice daily with massage for quick relief. Sold by all Deslers.
A fragment quotes Buckle Henry Butter worth on lean men and pessimism. He says the first fellow who owns all is a most cheerful taker, while others may feel gloom.
A fragmentary Local Market item shows figures such as 1.50 and 75 with stray marks and letters like 50G and 6 9-10. The readable text remains unclear, but indicates a small market price listing or stock entry. No clear dates, names, or places are recoverable from the fragment.
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