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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1909
Page
8
Skim milk rearing calves started by Topeka dairy expert F C Boarman stresses thrifty calves as money makers. He advises roomy dry well ventilated winter sheds with dirt floors bedded in wheat straw and south facing light. Emphasizes dry bedding frequent manure removal and using brains over brute force for dairy profitability.
A pessimistic view of urban unemployment contrasts with abundant crops需 demand for farm labor未 unmet. Farmers struggle to hire unskilled workers as many pref erce saloon life over country steadier wages. The piece notes an Idaho apple weighing 37.44 ounces and a prize apple harvest from a three year old orchard.
A. J. Legg recalls using old newspapers and twine to protect young apple trees from rabbits after initial destruction. He notes the method worked for small trees, keeping bark intact for the rest of the winter, but doubts effectiveness for larger trees.
The article notes a surge in egg imports to Japan due to domestic shortfalls. Five month values climbed from 165,304 in 1907 to 216,104.40 in 1908 and 318,460.50 in 1909, with experts predicting annual imports may exceed 400,900 soon.
Sociable horses enjoy calm talks from sensible people and respond to regular handling. Keep an extra rope with a snap in each stall to avoid untethering the rope at the manger. An expert in horse phrenology claims a wide bone behind the ears toward the eye signals intelligence. Horses have relatively small stomachs for their size among quadrupeds.
Government samples of woven Arizona cotton passed the highest Egyptian cotton tests at Chicago. The U S imports 16 million dollars worth of Egyptian cotton annually, and 100000 acres of suitable land could meet American demand. Yuma residents claim they have this land and more, supported by government tests.
A 2 by 4 inch framework with a 2 to 6 inch gap is covered by a wire fly screen to vent the pump well and keep out insects and dirt. A larger meshed screen offers extra protection. The platform promotes ventilation and odor control, and in winter can be covered with straw and burlap to prevent freezing. Feed the mind of the man behind the cow.
The 1909 agricultural year, labeled a banner year by Secretary Wilson, shows farm product value at 8.76 billion dollars, up 69 million from 1908, with corn valued near 31.72 billion. Wheat, hay, oats, potatoes, and tobacco contribute to a nearly unprecedented wealth based on abundant production and improved farming.
The Bronze turkey likely arose from crossing wild and domestic stock producing large birds. Weight ranges from sixteen to thirty-six pounds with rich bronze shading that gleams like polished steel. Inbreeding has diminished color, and continued crosses with wild specimens aim to retain size and color while guarding against inbreeding.
The article argues liming boosts crop yields when done intelligently, noting most crops benefit from neutralized acidity. It explains soil acidity affects nitrogen fixing bacteria in legumes, describes how clover and sweet clover react to acidity, and advises lime use at about one ton per acre. It details differences between quick lime and carbonate of lime and timing for application.
The article urges extra fall feeding as pasture declines to prevent weak cows from deteriorating into spring. It recommends using scales and the Babcock test to weed out poor cows, and to continue weed, feed, and breed strategies to maintain herd health through winter.
The note outlines that a hen laying four eyes a week yields many eggs in six weeks with ample feed and health. It contrasts pullet conformation in layers, and praises Indian Runner ducks as efficient foragers and profitable keepers, urging greater attention to them in the country.
A rural warning urges prudence in motor car spending and upkeep. Farmers are urged not to mortgage farms for autos and to whitewash facilities from cow stalls to hen houses. The piece cautions against waiting for harsh weather to prompt action.
A dairy farmer explains winter herd management focusing on individual cow feeding and tailored rations. He uses off cake and chafed straw fodder, vents for air, light, and cleanliness, and maintains a spotless dairy while charging premium prices for superior butter quality.
American railroad companies show growing interest in Japanese white oak as a substitute for American oak ties. Western railroads have begun purchasing large amounts and the Forest Service debates testing foreign timber under a law favoring American-grown species. If satisfactory, Japanese oak could spur a sizable U.S. market.
Practical guide to fattening fowl quickly for market with feeding schedules and mixtures. Recommends coop or small yard confinement for ten days, four daily meals, water supply, and a corn meal oats bran tallow mix. Discusses skin color influenced by seed and breed selection for rapid growth and yellow skin. Skim milk improves flavor. skim milk is nitrogenous but incomplete alone. Nails in buildings and fences suggested to prevent future annoyance.
Build a square frame of 2 by 10 inch stock in any size, with six feet square being ideal. Cut pieces to fit the cistern crown, set the frame level two inches below the curb to allow drainage. Mix dry cement with five parts sand and gravel, add water to a stiff mortar, pack in the form, smooth with a straight edge, and run seams from each corner to the crown to prevent cracking.
A short instruction describes making a back saving saw buck. It uses two marked pieces with a nail, a three foot chain, a weight, and a sand box or bricks to lift wood slightly off the ground. The setup places the weight about two inches from the ground to reduce back strain.
The report notes diverse feeding practices for horses: Smyrna uses figs during fig harvest, West Indies feed green tops of sugar cane, Egypt relies on currants for the khedive’s mares, Canada uses windfall apples in winter, Tasmania favors peaches, and Arabia substitutes dates for hay, corn, and oats in endurance work.
Advice to combat poultry mites using whitewash sunlight lime and dust in dark spots under bushes and trees. Apply kerosene with creolin in a quart for ragts drops and nests, then dust birds with commercial powders including tobacco or Persian insect powder, repeating every week or more.
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