Ground grain cuts feed costs and grows young steers
D. D. Stevens of Washington County Iowa explains in Successful Farming how grinding oats and corn for young steers reduces waste, improves digestion, and lowers feed bills by about 25 percent. He notes a December purchase weighing 435 pounds per head rising to about 1,000 pounds after a year on ground grain, hay, and roughage, and details seasonal feeding and marketing advantages.
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D. D. Stevens
Washington County
Iowa
Work Horses Carefully on Hot Days in Spring
Horsemen should guard against overheating on hot moist days. Give about a pint of water to each horse at 10 a.m. and again at 3 or 4 p.m. on hot days. Monitor health issues and shade overheated horses. avoid hard work for out of condition animals. Water temperature matters and cold water on the head helps reduce fever. Consider early use of diluted stimulants and aim to prevent overheating rather than treat it.
Efficient Vermin Control for Hogs in Small Herds
The article notes lice infestations in hogs cause distress and reduced vitality. It suggests rub posts rubbed with crude oil or burlap soaked in waste oil, kerosene emulsion spraying, and cautions dipping may kill hogs but not always eggs.
Improve Stock by Culling Unprofitable Animals
Farmers urged to remove underperforming cattle and hogs to cut labor and feed costs. Emphasizes reducing butter yields below 125 to 150 pounds annually and hogs under 200 pounds at nine months. Recommends better breeding and feeding to maximize grain use and labor efficiency.
Community centers revive old schoolhouse role in rural life
The piece traces the community center idea from the prairie schoolhouse origin to modern social settlements. It notes the school’s daytime education giving way to Sunday church services and weeknight activities. It cites Syracuse and Albany counties as early adopters of using school buildings for public programs and lectures.
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Big gasoline fire at Craig Oil plant in St Paul
A gasoline tank fire at the Craig Oil and Refining plant in St Paul Minnesota injured six men, two fatally. More than a million gallons of gasoline were destroyed and damage reached about half a million dollars after a spark from a lid scraping caused the blaze. One tank reportedly exploded during the incident.
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Craig Oil and Refining Company
St. Paul,Minn
Arctic Current Mystery Deepens Says US Coast Guard Expert
Lieutenant Edward H. Smith, a noted oceanography expert, is pictured in uniform studying the sea temperature rise and a surprising drop in iceberg sightings off the Atlantic coast. The U.S. Coast Guard notes unusual conditions affecting currents and ice in the region.
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Arctic
United States
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Edward H. ‘Smith
Smith
Growing Grass in Chicago Yards and Parks
An early 20th century guide praises parks and boulevards while urging city homeowners to improve backyards. It notes turf needs more fertilizer, thorough soil digging, and a durable fast‑growing grass mix for dense, resistant sod in small urban yards.
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Chicago
Americin
Spirit of Florence Company Shines in Mayor's Note
A Florence business group showcased its city spirit with a public tribute to community greatness. The write up lauds their sacrifices and future plans to elevate Florence, highlighting dedication to progress and the beloved city.
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Florence
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Aln
Daily. News
Town merchants urged to buy local goods in Gadsden drive
A Gadsden Times-News report urges residents to support home town merchants by purchasing locally. It argues that the more money locals spend locally the greater the return to the community, benefiting one and all.
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Gadsden
Ala
Times-News
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