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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1896
Page
6
The article outlines timing for planting and care of early crops, noting operations every two weeks through June and August. It discusses weather, leaf mold, compost, and soil dressing, with recommendations for dwarf varieties and fertile soils.
A New Life pea is sown in narrow rows with three feet apart, while small garden quantities use double rows six to eight inches apart. Varieties include Carter's, Daiey, Wyatt's Exthrower, New Life, Chelsea, Tom Thumb, American Wonder, Premium Gem, Little Gem, Laxton's Extra, Alaska, Abundance, McLean's Advancer, Horsford's Market Garden, Shropshire Hero, Admiral, Marrowfats, Telephone, American Champion, Champion of England, Evolution and Pride of the Market. Prolific, flavorful vines and early to late maturing types are noted.
The article compares nitrogen costs across fertilizer forms. Nitrate of soda at 45 a ton provides nitrogen cheaper than sulphate of ammonia. Dried blood and fish scrap offer nitrogen at higher costs. clover and other plants provide economical nitrogen. Soluble phosphoric acid is cheaper as dissolved rock. potash forms vary in cost with ashes and carbonate options. Concentrated fertilizers yield more plant food per ton than mixed grades.
The article surveys tree species suitable for arid reclamation, noting rapid growth and moisture uptake by certain trees. It discusses irrigation schemes, varm gardening tips, and a plan for cooperative crop spraying to prevent blights and pests. It also describes a labor-saving sawing device and reflects on the enduring purpose of colleges in shaping character.
A fragmented 19th century race note reviews black horses and their performances. It mentions several named horses and sires such as Dictator, Moonstone, and Mambring King, noting color did not hinder racing endurance and speed. The piece contrasts critics who linked color to ability with evidence of strong showings from black horses.
The article reviews US Department guidance on meat cuts and cooking, with diagrams for beef veal pork and mutton. It discusses corn supplies, livestock numbers, and a spring rise in hog prices while noting widespread cribbing and hoarding versus feeding. It suggests feeders may profit more than speculators in the current market.
The article discusses livestock market trends with cattle prices unlikely to drop below current levels, notes on breeder activities, and methods for parasite control and health care. It cites agricultural department data on livestock counts and values, including horses, mules, cattle, sheep, and swine, and mentions New Stockyards in Chicago. It also highlights wool production, sheep prices in the Northwest, and a profile of Stephen Salisbury of Worcester who funded an art museum site and a large gift to aid the needy.
The article discusses dairy farm architecture and the look of a creamery, urging builders to favor practical, attractive structures that blend with the landscape. It warns against slovenly upkeep and advocates a neat, sturdy barn style to enhance farm appearance and usefulness. It notes a Rural New Yorker drawing as an example and references New Jersey influence.
An old New England style farm in New Jersey reuses grandfathered stone fences to build a dairy house scene that milks nearly 3,000 quarts daily while washing bottles and turning surplus milk into butter. The article outlines silo construction with concrete floors and tar coated linings, plus ventilation, foundation, and wall details for durable storage of silage and feed.
Professor Henry answers reader questions in Hearst’s Dairyman about feeding cob corn to dairy cows. The discussion explores whether farmers should process ears and cob, and how feeding practices affect cow digestion and milk production.
An explainer on dairy feeding practices discusses how high milk yields come from large rations and pasture. It notes regional differences between Washington state and eastern states, with emphasis on alfalfa, carrots, and bran. It highlights milk acidity versus alkalinity and mentions water quality and flavor impact on butter and cheese. It ends with a poetical excerpt reflecting on life and memory.
Fragmented OCR describes a device or concept related to transmitting sound via wires with references to telephones and a Dr A Graken Bell. The garbled text mentions a mechanism or experiment, potential inventor names, and mentions of a wall, shadow, and various measurements or actions, though clarity is limited.
Excerpted portrait of Thoreal the Actren Alwage Call Hega ter Good Dor and Dumas, detailing his aging features, temper, and social flaws. It recalls his laugh, greed, and generosity while noting his African ancestry in speech and his ties to Dorval and Victor Hugo as admired figures.
A Vienna sensation, Piskslug an Austro Hungarian whip artisan, performs with two lashing whips and an extra long lash. He cracks at increasing force producing rifle like reports and soft taps. He removes leather holes from calfskin, plucks apples from a frame, and snatches coins from a bottle with a flying lash as spectators verify no tricks.
In the Courne of Eveate Say Chimmy remarks on the swella pups with thoughtful gaze. He notes uncertainty about their behavior and jokes about future marble shooting and kite flying while referencing Washington Stax.
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