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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1914
Page
6
An expert outlines hopper feeding to save time and stabilize digestion in large flocks. It covers objections about rats and reduced egg yield, addresses care with dry mash, and lists tested mixtures for Leghorns Maine station blends and Plymouth Rock breeders.
A simple trough made by tacking a narrow tin strip to a half inch board forms a shallow channel that projects on both sides. Raised on blocks, it keeps food clean and accessible, preventing spillage while aiding amateur poultryman in feeding small chicks.
A historical note describes a first duckling feed using one part sifted cornmeal one part wheat bran two parts stale bread fine grit and finely granulated charcoal with milk or water as the mixing liquid. The blend should be damp not wet to aid consumption.
Early crops for fowls cut feeding costs and boost egg production by providing succulent feed. Prepare after winter crop consumption with oats wheat rye barley rape alfalfa clover and other suitable crops ready for spring.
The passage notes that incubators or hens fail to hatch well in cold wet or dark sites. It stresses that adequate light, reasonable warmth, and relative dryness are necessary for optimal hatching outcomes.
An advertisement promotes Meritol Hair Tonic as preventing scalp diseases and dandruff by regular use. It claims the tonic keeps the scalp germ free and notes prices of 50 cents and one dollar with exclusive agency for Mt. Sterling Drug Co.
Greens beans cucumbers and fresh vegetables of all kinds with fresh strawberries received daily. Your orders delivered promptly and your business appreciated at Greenwade's.
A witty remark about why women may struggle with keeping secrets, suggesting many secrets they know lack value or importance. The line treats secrecy as a social trait and uses humor to imply triviality of some confidences.
Metal roofing supplies offered by Henry Judy with money saving deals and quality materials. Call 674 for details on available metal roofing options.
The Leaf Tobacco Supply reports similar unmfg leaf held by dealers and manufacturers as last year. Burley and Black Patch outlooks differ with Burley stocks smaller and only one-sucker and Hopkinsville Clarksville dark leaf larger than a year ago. Prospects point to a bumper Kentucky crop with increased Burley acreage and little unsold farm tobacco.
An advertisement claims Vinol cod liver tonic restores strength in the elderly, improving circulation digestion and tissue rebuilding. It features a testimonial from Mrs Mary Ivey of Columbus Georgia and promises money back if no improvement, plus Saxo Salve for itching and healing.
The Courier Journal notes that if State tobacco farmers raise production to new highs this year they should be able to sell at fair prices. The remark implies strong market demand and potential price stability for growers.
A woman clings to her husband begging him to buy a Peerless Steam Washer. W. A. Sutton & Son advertise they will supply your wants with the noisy domestic appliance offered.
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