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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1918
Page
2
American soldiers in Europe pick up a new musical taste. Samuel Lellooche of the 28th Infantry in France says the troops are learning to appreciate opera and ragtime, believing exposure will improve American music back home.
The County Corn Growers Association and the Cur Growers and Farmers Institute prepare a combined event in early December. Speakers include Mr. Lewis Fagler of Newbury Indiana and W. Fordice of Glen Spear with practical talks on farm-home interests. The program, not finalized, promises useful demonstrations, exhibits, prizes, and a display of the best corn products for County farmers.
Ancient notes recall Col Laertes Warren's digs above a Wall of Wailings near the Temple of Solomon. He showed the valley floor lies deeper than current levels and mentioned tombs said to belong to Absalom Zechariah and Uzziah. The fragment hints at hidden tombs of prophets and kings nearby.
The article explains goat breeding seasons and varies onset times among does. Most does come into heat August or September but some breed later, with cycles roughly every 26 days when not bred. Some does may only cycle once yearly and should be bred then if known to have that pattern.
A contagious cattle disease is described as widespread and hard to eradicate without sacrificing parts of the herd. It can be spread by broodstock, contaminated food and water, or infected bedding. If abortions or repeated calvings occur, call an experienced veterinarian promptly.
Mr and Mrs Oll Meek and relatives from Odon and Vincennes joined WW Neekemer family, with many neighbors from Burns City Elnora and Linton visiting. Abe Dobbins left for Wheeler Indiana to winter with Dr Otho Dobbins as Dan Porter’s family and others shared Sunday calls and afternoons.
When starting a farm flock buy from one breeder to establish uniformity and hereditary consistency. Breed from rams of strong breeding propensities and blood lines that reproduce valuable traits. Adhere to rarebred sires as a guiding principle to maintain similarity throughout the flock.
A cautionary piece warns drivers to inspect horse feet after trips and treat illness promptly. It contrasts neglectful practices such as rushing, overloading, and excessive whipping with humane care including warm blankets, gentle handling, and kind words, asserting kindly treated horses live longer.
Farmers urged to shield flocks by locking sheep in barns or fencing in fine weather. Any shepherd who finds two stray dogs on his property should promptly shoot them as trespassers. the law will not intervene against such action.
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