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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1912
Page
3
Veterinary note outlines how sore shoulders and necks in horses stem mainly from ill fitting collars and hames. It stresses proper collar size, springiness, and full bearing surface, plus correct hame fit and tug attachment, with attention to varying neck sizes and drive needs.
A Popular Mechanics idea shows a water tank built from iron-hooped half barrels arranged on a plank platform. The center barrel ties to two side barrels, with pipes linking them to keep water flowing and prevent stagnation. A dry, well-drained base prevents mud, dampness, and foundation decay.
It argues that sending buck lambs to market lowers shipment value. Three month old bucks develop coarseness and a fighting disposition, making them undesirable portions of the lot.
In a bid to acquire top breeding stock, a Japanese government agent has traveled to the United States to select and purchase premier American horses recognized for global excellence. The move signals cross country effort to secure elite bloodlines for breeding programs and horse industry interests.
Farmers describe a revived barn design for hogs, detailing a six by six foot square structure with sloped front, south facing, specific door sizes, and battened timber. The plan emphasizes minimal ventilation needs, moisture control with roof coverings, and simple safety features against sows.
Guidance urges shippers to wire ahead about the arrival train so buyers can receive uncrated pigs promptly. Crating exposed pigs at cold stations causes chilling and losses from freezing, as some station agents fail to use proper hog sense.
The greatest loss of lambs comes from tape stomach and lung worms. Pastures should be shifted frequently to reduce exposure. A simple remedy is two tablespoons gasoline in four ounces sweet milk as a drench, used twice about three days apart, with care to avoid choking.
Four pounds of Dwarf Essex rape sown broadcast or three pounds drilled will yield a crop in six to seven weeks making it one of the best feeds for sheep.
The article notes clean hogs boost appearance and health, stresses early sun and dirt for young pigs, and argues good feeding raises yields. It compares barley to oats for work, promotes liberal pure bred stock, and recommends a concrete hog feeding floor. Sheep are praised for weed control and pasture utilization.
A summer conference in London aims to ease tensions between England and Germany. Organizers from the National Peace council British German Friendship society and the Council of British Churches say German participation could influence opinion and remove the cloud of misunderstanding that has edged toward war.
Atlanta date line reports Leighton Hazelhurst met a Georgia belle after arriving from West Point. Their romance, approved by the girl's wealthy parents three weeks ago, was to be announced soon. Hazelhurst died testing an army airplane near Washington, ending the engagement.
Miss Anita Chus chow refused to participate after learning she would be kissed on stage in a play by Ascension Roman Catholic church young women. Rehearsals halted and the production risks cancellation if no suitable actress can be found who accepts the kissing scenes.
Henry Nick of Lasalle County farmer was brought to a physician after a moth entered his ear. Three men held him while the doctor opened the canal and removed the fluttering insect.
Wealthy Californians spend vast sums to save groves around San Francisco as a fungal blight, volsaria bacteria, and borers threaten fine trees from Menlo Park to Stanford. Surgeons from the east, including G H Bishop of Yale Forestry, seek cures with cement plugs and tree removal, with millions in costs expected. Investigators may trace origins to Asia while Pacific Northwest pines face similar devastation.
Cincinnati returns show President Taft valued at 74960 dollars and Governor Harmon at 23350 dollars for personal property tax. Taft is 29510 dollars richer than last year while Harmon is 16190 dollars poorer.
In San Luis Obispo California a man named Jack Darby received a twelve year sentence for robbery this week. He slashed his throat with a clasp knife and died in the courtroom.
A Cleveland Leader piece traces the tomato from distant origins to staple in southern Italy, praising its digestion benefits and offering practical Greek and Italian style recipes. It details Italian Meat Scallop en casserole with rice and tomato and suggests potato and nut butter combinations, broiled tomatoes, and stuffed succotash tomatoes with butter basting.
Housewives boil new earthenware in cold water to harden it, then cool before use. A simple kitchen bouquet is made by wrapping parsley around peppercorns cloves bay leaf and herbs. A pinch of baking soda added to water tenderizes beans and cabbage and speeds cooking.
The piece shares home remedies such as letting silver stand in sour milk then washing with soapy water to brighten it, and stitching muslin lin along curtain edges to prevent sagging. It also notes vinegar in boiling water tenderizes meats and camphor keeps mice away in drawers.
Half a package of gelatine soaked in cold water for two hours. Heat a pint of milk to scalding and pour over the gelatine. Add beaten egg yolks with powdered sugar, cook three minutes, remove from heat, and vanilla. Cool then fold in whipped cream, mold and chill. A wholesome, delightful rich dessert.
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