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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1904
Page
3
Marketing turkeys hinges on how they are dressed and stored for sale. Experts advise small growers to dress and sell locally if prices allow or ship alive to handlers who can pack and ship efficiently. Dry picking, careful plucking, and tight packaging in clean ice are essential for best prices and shelf life.
In the great alfalfa districts of the west, alfalfa is the chief and often only food for stock in native pastures. It feeds growing and fattening stock, cattle, sheep, horses, and hogs. Even work horses on ranches rely on alfalfa with little or no grain.
Agric notes discuss alfalfa hay and grain rations for work horses on ranches. Farmers differ on alfalfa versus timothy or wild hay, with grain often added in small amounts for hard work. Barley is common in the northwest, corn impractical due to climate and cost, and alfalfa feeding practices extend to sheep in Colorado and Nevada regions.
The article describes winter feeding for cattle and sheep on ranches, noting alfalfa or hay shortages, selectivity by strength, and common rack designs. It highlights prioritizing weaker animals such to calves and pregnant ewes, while stronger stock return to winter range.
An exchange discusses the cost per 100 points of gain in steers up to twelve months, twelve to twenty four months, and twenty four to thirty six months. It notes wide feed range and estimates about 1,000 pounds of grain plus 500 pounds of roughage are needed for 100 pounds of gain in well fattened steers.
Prairie Farmer urges thorough dairy hygiene to ensure clean milk. Clean cow stables, fresh breath and blood, healthy milker, clean seeds, and tanks free from green slime and strong odors are essential to prevent contamination and odors in milk.
A Tondon Church Times note argues that youth thoughts once fixed on romance now favor vigorous sport and healthy activity, praising advertising’s role in stimulating business while promoting robust recreation over sentiment.
An 1870s rural dairy note argues dogs harass dairy cows lower milk yield and warns against punishment. It compares beef vs milk profits, notes better dairy management improves outcomes, and cites Devon cattle as versatile and hardy for small farms.
The article advises proper calf housing with warm quarters and a box stall to allow loose movement and separate feeding. It endorses skim milk after two weeks, adds ground flax for fat, uses raw flax meal, and recommends dry oats if more milk is needed. It also covers butter work temperature and washing methods for butter quality.
L W Lighty notes cows eat weeds, suggesting remedies in dairy cream. He describes washing ragweed flavors with garlic and mixing water and cream, passing through the separator twice to produce sweet rich fat. He warns against adding drugs or nostrums to milk.
A historical summary notes chief dairy failures include mixed breeds, unsuitable breeds, failing to test milk, lack of a dairy room, and poor business study. It advises careful ram selection emphasizing form, carriage, rib shape, chest width, eye brightness, and broad rear, warning ewes prefer the flock and stressing influence on future mature stock.
Informal guidance on preparing sheep feed with emphasis on gradually adjusting the grain mix to suit the animal’s picky tastes and dietary needs. Highlights consulting the sheep’s preferences and planning a steady transition to the final ration.
A 1890s article describes making print butter and one pound cheese prints. It covers butter wash, churning, and buttermilk removal, details on cottonseed use, salt, and temperate effects on texture. It notes a Tennessee farm institute meeting.
Perishable pearls are fragile items that age quickly. They decay after a few months as the thin film layers separate and degrade due to animal matter between layers.
A promissory note on horse fattening criticizes practices at some establishments. It details feeding schedules with corn, oats, bran, and water across the day, minimal exercise, and use of Gloube salts to prevent leg swelling. Critics warn farmers lose profits to corrupt agents and note occasional frauds like false gains and sensational prices.
An Obie farmer argues against reliance on other breeders and urges farmers to choose from leading strains. Advice covers selecting breed type, avoidance of overbearing guidance, and traits like head, back, heart girth, and bone. The piece weaves in misprints and related notes on horses, wagon loading, and a scattered collection of quoted snippets from various papers.
A discussion on how soil moisture and texture shape horse feet and hooves. It explains that dry, firm soils produce hard, compact feet while damp, soft soils yield spongy horn and poor hoof quality. Different horse breeds under similar conditions show varied hoof shapes and growth, influenced by soil and conditioning.
The passage warns that feeding sows before farrowing can cause costly mistakes, noting symptoms like a developing udder and indications of milk production. It states milk can be drawn from older sows but not from sows, and links improper feeding to milk fever and diminished appetite in pigs.
The article discusses Angora goat conformation, mohair quality, and factors affecting value. It covers shrinkage estimates, shelter needs, growth rates, and desirable hair fineness, citing expert opinions and breed standards. It also mentions a Kingston India breeder connection and a reference to Mohair yield expectations.
A lesson on first kings and the exile of the ten tribes for rebellion against God. The text traces Judah and Israel’s history from Jeroboam to Nebuchadnezzar, explaining repeated disobedience, prophets’ warnings, and God’s patient mercy. It concludes with the church age, urging faithful witness and trust in divine purpose.
A compact adage on business value: a well run venture proves worth promoting to attract customers and build visibility. It suggests that effective management and quality offerings justify promotional investment and marketing efforts.
A fragment discusses advertisers understanding human nature, aiming to touch universal sentiments. It notes common frictions and the need for ads to shock, hold, and persuade patrons with truth and argument. The text ends with a garbled line.
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