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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1879
Page
8
A report notes a load of 560 live chickens sold in Deadwood at ten dollars per dozen. It cites the English honey show where the United States earned praise for its product and projects Britain owing about half a billion dollars in gold to the U S and others for bread stuffs in the coming year.
The article notes the large efficiency gap in feed conversion between young and old animals. Well bred pigs gain 250 pounds by nine months, but require nearly double the feed for the next nine months with less gain. Feeding nine or ten months then selling can yield profits, even if price per pound matches later, while feeding to two years often reduces profitability.
Farmers in the western states are urged to improve domestic animals. Superior stock matures sooner, yields more beef, and commands higher prices. persistent selection and care create breeds that provide greater profits. Poor stock is a loss, while good stock proves the best bargain for farmers.
An Osceola Nebraska notice urges veterans to file original pension or bounty claims under new laws. It details backdating to discharge or death, possible increases for service disabilities, widow and orphan entitlements, and a deadline prior to July 1, 1870 for arrears. Contact Kyle & Huffman at John B Abbot’s drug store, Osceola.
The Weekly Nebraska State Journal previews a year of national campaigns census impacts and political debates. It vows comprehensive coverage of elections legislation and state affairs, with telegraphic summaries and extensive local and national news for Nebraskans.
An 1880-1881 subscription offer promotes The Western Rural of Chicago with improved appearance and current topics. The publisher includes a free Osceola Record sample and offers a combined rate of 3 dollars for both papers through January 1st, 1881.
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