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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1914
Page
10
A historical piece by MATTHEW S DUDGEON outlines cooperative farm products marketing. The article discusses organization goals, member roles, and potential market advantages for producers.
In Donegal, Ireland, the gombeen man who exploited farmers with high prices and onerous interest is waning as cooperative credit societies spread. Paddy Gallagher, local manager, traces how loans are now offered on productive use, with members voting equally. The piece notes how co op banks reduce distance, lower costs, and rely on member character to finance farming goals.
A 19th century Philadelphia newspaper notes rapid delivery of President Madison's message to Congress. The courier left Washington shortly after noon and Baltimore hours later, reaching Philadelphia near midnight the same day. The piece claims a speed exceeding 1214 miles per hour for 150 miles despite poor roads.
A Denver dinner conversation notes a breach of promise suit by a youthful actress against a prominent legislator. A judge quips that such suits sometimes serve advertising, recounting a past chorus girl who sought 2509000 from a banker worth “fifty columns and two dozen photographs.”
Vigilant hog raisers should watch for outbreaks and act fast. Seek serum guidance from state veterinarians and agricultural colleges, separate healthy hogs, burn or bury carcasses with quicklime, and prevent movement of animals and equipment from infected farms to avoid spread.
The article stresses that bee keeping moves from hobby to important agricultural practice. It outlines core axioms on bee behavior and management, urges strong colonies, careful colony expansion, queenless risks, and cautious handling during scarce forage periods, ending with the rule Keep the colonies strong.
Farmers note that sheep prefer a varied diet and respond better when fed multiple feeds rather than a single option. A diverse menu supports health and weight gain, according to recent farm reports and feeder guidance.
Air-slaked lime freely dusted everywhere is cheap and will destroy lice gapes and roup germs.
A concise old saying argues that two good horses beat four poor ones and that numbers do not reflect true value in a choice or comparison. The emphasis is on quality over sheer quantity in selecting resources or partners.
The passage notes the most marketable apple is the average size, avoiding overly large or small fruit to appeal to buyers. It emphasizes that medium size is preferred for consistency and saleability.
Begin planning next year’s garden now to apply lessons from this year. Capture what worked and what failed, note crop choices, timing, and soil improvements, and prepare a seed list, tool check, and bed rotation plan for a smoother start next season.
This article from the Missouri Experiment Station explains gape worms in young birds, their spread via contaminated ground and worms in droppings, and general control measures. It details isolation, cleaning with potassium permanganate, burning dead birds, fresh ground, ground cultivation, and three treatment methods including lime boxes, feather stripping with turpentine, and worm extraction using tools or horsehair devices.
Key guidance on stable waste management stresses absorbent liquid manure with bedding, daily bedding changes, and morning and evening cleaning of solid manure. Secure disposal in a fly proof box or vault, and haul away daily if possible.
The Pennsylvania experiment station reports rye meal in a balanced dairy cow ration yields milk and butter production equal to an equivalent weight of corn meal.
More than three fourths of an egg is water. Therefore fowls must receive abundant, pure water in a method that prevents contamination. Ensure supply is clean and inaccessible to spoil the water.
A report shows rapid milking increases cream and butter fat compared with slow milking on the same cow. It notes faster milking yields higher fat content in the milk, improving dairy efficiency.
An illustrated two piece blouse tunic and skirt afternoon dress in cobalt blue charmeuse features white net ruffles a fur banding sash chiffon bow and square bib. Skirt slashes left front with grayed folds and optional wine chiffon accents as described by Santis for City Star.
A detailed 19th century fashion item outlines a military influenced coat in blue satin with two cloth covered bodices, a fitted waist, and a draped blue military toque. The description notes large Goth buttons, pegtop dress silhouette, and fur accents with color variations for a dramatic evening look.
A pretty cream satin scent sachet in a book like case with pale pink rose embellishments. It features a silk lined pocket and rose powder sachet, with decorative pale green cord and matching ribbons for closure. Measures about 7x4 inches open and 3½ inches closed.
The piece describes how new sleeves frame the wrist with fur ribbon or skunk borders. Small delicate wrists look dainty when clasped, and daytime turquoise gowns use blue satin ribbon while oversized mantles narrow wrists with a two inch fur border. Evening gowns feature a bracelet worn above the hand matching the dress color.
The article describes irregular cheek fans with uneven sides and varied frills. Tulle fans feature monograms and brillants in a corner, while others show a single top frill and a plain lower section with ribbon flowers. Colors include black pink and blue for young girls.
A dated recipe instructs making hand soap by mixing hot water with lye in an earthen dish, melting grease with lye, then slowly adding ammonia borax sassafras and allowing the mixture to cool and harden into bars. The guide specifies exact quantities and a large flat pan for cooling.
A bygone style reappears in a modern palette with black velvet bracelets now shown in blue gray or green. Each piece features a single glittering stud fastener, echoing old-fashioned elegance with a bright contemporary twist.
The sash trend stays strong with new silk braids for autumn and winter gowns. Described as coarse but elegant with tasseled ends, it wraps twice around the waist and knots at the back. The silk braid is noted to hold the figure and accept embroidery or jetting without losing style.
A sash features a Tithan braid with open two toned rows placed two inches from each edge forming a wide belt style. It ends in a tassel tipped end and a short upturned loop with a rhinestone buckle set with emeralds at the back.
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