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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1940
Page
1
In frigid conditions near Pella, Francis and Leonard Schippers dig straw on a Van Vork farm while photos capture forty Hereford heifers bought in Omaha. Fred Van Vark feeds cattle year round, with mixed ages and fatness, and hogs kept only when advantageous amid fluctuating markets.
The article chronicles Bill Van Vark and his family on 240 acres of Cast Prairie, noting cattle feeding changes over six decades, mixed farming with clover alfalfa and beans, and a stable life philosophy. It recalls farm ownership through Guthrie and links to Marion Porter and Kimmell families, praises manure benefits and corn yields, and ends with a pleasant farm visit and Miss Simonse's Chronicle commentary.
Farmers Fran and Leonard Schippers dig bedding on the Fred Van Vark farm near Pella as Marion County workers with the Conservation Association and the AAA mobilize to secure a $700,000 USDA payment. The effort highlights debt relief and good arable income for farmers though corn loan handling involves hundreds of thousands of dollars.
In the feed lots at the Fred Van Vark farm about forty Hereford heifers are eating bright yellow corn and are described as in prime shape. They come from the West, some with curly hair, and are all considered good looking. A portion have already gone to the block at the Klyn & De Winter shop since the picture was taken. Treat Their Horses Well.
Marion county farmers will have received about $700,000 from Uncle Sam in 1939 for participation in federal projects supporting agriculture stabilization, soil improvement and parity payments, reflecting a large aggregate of government aid to local growers.
Secretary Arthur Roos states that of 700000, about 8450 000 went to soil conservation, and about 250000 as parity payments. When all checks arrive, Marion county farmers will total about 2800, delivered by year end. Roughly 2100 are farmers and 700 landlords, with the 8700,000 marking a large AA program payment.
Farmers shift to substitute grains as corn trades around 67 cents a bushel. With government loan support, corn is sold below core value prompting changes in feeding costs. Small grains may hold higher value for breeding stock, while oats and rye see lower substitute values.
Grain prices rise with barley exception while corn remains cheap on the farm. Grind barley makes excellent feed for restocking and fattening, though rye requires limited use. Rye can upset young pigs, and ergot in rye poses abortion risks for pregnant sows.
Pregnancy disease in Towa State herds from feeding neglect causes losses of breeding ewes. Reports from breeders show most cases occur when ewes are in poor to fair flesh condition. No satisfactory cure exists, but prevention through proper nutrition is advised.
The notice advises prompt action at first signs of the disease such as weakness or stiffness. Pregnant ewes should have ration adjusted, with roughage emphasized and about a half to three quarters of a pound of grain daily. Whole oats or a mix of six parts oats to three parts corn are recommended. Pregnancy disease can occur despite good rations, often linked to under-nourishment and internal parasites in ewes.
Total cattle slaughter could be lower in 1940 due to stocking activity in the western states. Livestock traders note constraints on herd numbers and seasonal demand affecting processing levels and market outlook.
The Keystone Public Service Company offers a bridge over the Allegheny River for sale at one dollar. No buyers have appeared yet.
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