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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1905
Page
3
The growing use of cement and concrete blocks for cottages is rising as a practical, affordable building method. Blocks are moisture resistant, can be cast on site, and may replace lumber in many rural homes, drawing interest for cheap cottage construction.
Rural New Yorker notes challenges in poultry yards facing shade wind and hawk risk. Describes planting Skieffer pears and silver thorn Elaeagnus parvifera as sheltering, drought tolerant options, with berries used as poultry feed. Recommends dense shrub clumps four feet apart to provide cover and fruit, priced 35 cents.
The article notes that hog gains after steer finishing depend on undigested corn in steer dung. Feeding corn alone improves hog gains versus adding meal and gluten. It claims pigs must consume undigested feed, requiring more pigs if corn is fed whole, and mentions squash bar and cleanliness related to wintering pest control.
A fragmented market brief notes better prices for wheat and apples benefiting growers. Mentions Washington state commerce and New York markets with references to harvest season and grape varieties. The text is garbled but indicates ongoing price movements and agricultural signals.
In a curious will from Dr Wilde of St Ives parish Huntingdon the trustees are directed to fix the purchase of a single land piece with an annual net rent set aside for its purchase at a stated cost. To decide recipients he orders a three dice draw on the parish church table with the Bible raised for.
Professor W. J. Eiouw outlines an easy, cheap milk processing method using common farm tools. The illustrated setup includes a standard strainer and a four foot pall with numerous holes in the bottom, demonstrating practical filtration.
The passage outlines a crude aerator build using a 2 fine wire setup and a looped wire piece D to hold an eight quart pair. It mentions a straight stick E sized to pass through a milk can band and reach well above the can when placed on the ground. The description notes many bow thieves inches apart along the stick.
In the description a wooden pin or bolt fits into a bracket to support a small loop of wire. A handle rests on the ground while a square pail sits in the wire loop. The wire passes through holes to prevent slipping, a strainer sits atop the pail, and a combined strainer and aerator is then ready for use.
A Bulletin Illinois article urges dairy stables to be well lit and ventilated with light walls, ceiling, and sound floors. It argues that bright clean quarters with sunlight improve milk quality and quantity, while proper warmth and draft-free air protect cows, reducing feed costs during fall feeding.
A fragment discusses buttermaking with emphasis on cleanliness and learning to unlearn bad habits. It argues that skill lies in handling dirt free batter, that the thermometer rules heat, and that two weeks can teach an intelligent person the basics while bad habits require harsher correction.
A fragmented reminiscence features Seregs and Teaperk debating a temporal biag while Balloonis notes birds may not fly above 1315 feet. The odd dialogue hints at a skewed reality and weathered truths reported in The News.
A New York farm writer argues roots are a valuable winter ration for dairy cattle, citing Danish research equating pounds of dry matter from roots to cereals. Recommends seasonal root crops and feeding practices to maximize milk and butter quality, with practical tips for mixing hay and pulped roots.
The article extols silage as essential stock feed, comparing its appeal to strong aromas, noting silage costs around two dollars per ton. It shares practical notes from dairying experience, including a own silo of seven acres of drilled corn and three acres of hill corn, yielding 125 tons of winter feed for dairy cows and young stock. It cites trials and expert opinions on silage versus shock corn and the impact on milk production.
An agricultural note discusses feeding steers as pasture quality drops, advising early supplementation and grain when confined. It emphasizes corn, sorghum, and Kaffir corn forage, daily grazing of fresh pasture, shelter from cold and rain, and notes on proper cattle selection prioritizing muzzled jaw, color, and breed traits for efficient feeding and digestion.
The document discusses how market reports mislead farmers about hog classifications and prices. It cites the agricultural department's grading system for heavy hogs and packers, with weight ranges and product types, and notes the goal of standardizing lots. It also touches on sheep breed notes and a rhetorical aside about grammar lessons and school tasks.
Mand I receives a marriage proposal by this morning. He says his love is steady though his income is small. Marie asks who it was from, but Mand I did not notice.
A note on the misquotation Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. The phrase is often misquoted as a form of flattery. The original source is credited to G. G. Colton of The Lacon, who did not include the words form of.
The letter argues crossbreeding Berkshire boars with scrub sows to produce healthier hardier hogs. Scrub hogs are said to be less prone to disease and easier to manage, while pure crosses may deliver vigor and good growth. Guidance covers breeds like Poland China and Chester White, feeding costs, and signs of swine health and ill thrift.
Practical notes from Farm Journal and Michigan Farmer advise pairing ram and ewes by day, separating at night, and sheltering stock from late fall rain. Emphasizes rest for rams, grazing efficiency, and avoiding winter losses. outlines timing for shelter, feeding, and securing winter quarters. Also mentions warnings about turnips for ewes after lambing and a quirky anecdote about a license in Halifax.
The lesson recalls Ezra leading a four month journey with six companions carrying silver and gold valued around 3.5 million, plus vessels, as dangers loom yet they reach Jerusalem safely. It stresses reliance on God, faith over fear, and divine guidance, urging Holiness and righteousness while recognizing accountability for gifts and talents received. The text links Ezra’s trust to Christian perseverance and divine protection amid spiritual warfare.
The piece urges retailers to advertise in The Daily News and Weekly News to inform people what is for sale. It stresses that knowing where to buy is key and that attractive stock alone won’t draw customers without proper advertising.
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