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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1915
Page
3
The U S Department of Agriculture outlines beef cattle breeds bred to maximize beef yield. It notes beef cows often give more milk to raise calves, but farmers seeking maximal beef should not expect high milk surplus.
The Shorthorn is the most popular beef breed in the United States praised for its gentle disposition milk output and beef quality. It notes size ranges for bulls and cows and describes color varieties roan red and white. It also discusses Polled Durhams both single and double standard and contrasts them with Shorthorns. Hereford is highlighted for hard conditions and adaptability with mention of a 1912 champion Hereford bull Fairfax being shown in Chicago.
The article outlines incubator care stressing a near 103 degree temperature and uniform heat. It recommends accurate thermometers and discusses egg cooling during turning, seasonal timing, and testing eggs between days six and ten to separate fertile from infertile eyes.
The article notes Professor F S Jacoby of Ohio State University says the egg choice matters for hatch success. Eggs kept cool and turned daily for up to two weeks can hatch, but fresher eggs have stronger germs. Regular medium eggs with shells matching the breed yield vigorous chicks. irregular or extreme sizes reduce viability.
A historical note explains egg testing and incubator use. It outlines maintaining proper temperature and oil lamp flame, filling fount, and keeping wicks clean. Eggs should be turned twice daily after day one and kept until about day eighteen when chicks are about to pip. Avoid interference after hatch to prevent mishaps.
The Kansas Farmer argues high beef prices can be countered by raising broilers. Prime broilers reach market in 12 to 14 weeks, with incubators enabling large lots for city markets. Cost about 10 cents per two pound bird, sale prices 60 to 70 cents, varying with timing.
Guidance for feeding calves emphasizes heating milk to blood heat, about 160 degrees Fahrenheit, for young calves. At two to three months old calves tolerate cold milk if kept at a consistent temperature per feeding. Consistency and cleanliness are stressed. dirty milk should not be given.
Willie Hensley of Indianapolis visits friends and relatives. Several locals including Lewis Graber, John Ellis, Joe Graber and families travel to Eaglesville Plainville Loogootee Washington and Indianapolis. Others noted are Alex Clark purchasing a silo and O C Adkins from Elnora visiting.
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