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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1923
Page
3
Illinois state notes report a Metropolitan Five and Ten Cent store heist in Rockford. A watchdog was slugged and the safe emptied of 1000 dollars. detectives have failed to find fingerprints.
Memorial services were held by Danville at the graveside of Clarence A. Wortham a once leading figure in the carnival world on the first anniversary of his death. The report notes his prominence and the observance by mourners in the community.
A series of brief notices covers Springfield events and state projects. The Illinois state fair will feature illuminated streets and two information bureaus. Chicago issued permits for a $14 million union station, with a record building-fee of $10,377. A wreath is ordered for Abraham Lincoln’s tomb each Saturday and holiday. Ireland’s Heenan brothers arrive in Clinton claiming to be Doyle heirs over a $200,000 personal estate and 800 acres, triggering anticipated litigation.
Veterans of Company B First Minnesota Volunteers gather in Stillwater Minnesota on the anniversary of Bull Run to drink a rare wine kept since Civil War days The plan envisions the last two survivors drinking then sealing the bottle and passing it to the American Legion with the spirit of delaying any future war The event drew national attention and speculation about whether World War veterans would drink the final toast
The American Legion warns Oregon veterans about unscrupulous real estate practices tied to the state home loan program. Dealers are accused of overpricing, extra cash demands, and encouraging second mortgages, though records show only seven foreclosures among 400 loans. Officials urge careful consideration of total payments on properties, especially those selling above five thousand dollars.
The Dullin-Daniel post of the American Legion in Fastland Texas establishes a community gym with a paid instructor. The post owns the building and uses other portions for clubrooms. The athletic director costs 2500 dollars annually, and C. D. Caldwell is praised as post commander for strong leadership.
The present largest car used on British railways measures under 60 feet in length. This note outlines the size constraint of the longest rolling stock in service, highlighting scale but not naming specific models or operators.
United States Department of Agriculture notes wheat can replace corn in livestock rations under favorable price ratios. With corn scarce, wheat feeding becomes viable for poultry cattle and hogs when ground or rolled, though labor and mixing are needed. The report provides price-based guidelines and cautions about grinding costs and digestive issues for horses and sheep.
Tests at the Ohio station show clover alfalfa and soybean hays supply minerals essential for milk production. Legume hays contain more minerals than other seeds and cows assimilate them better than processed supplements. Curing method affects mineral availability with day curing avoiding heavy dew rain or long sun exposure yielding highest nutrition.
Farmers note silage as the best winter feed substitute for cows when moving cattle south is impractical. The article highlights silage’s nutrition and readiness for cold months, urging timely storage and proper feeding practices to maintain herd health.
A herd of 11 grade and purebred Holstein cows owned by William H. Jaehnig of Fredonia yielded a $2.41 return per dollar of feed. In a year the herd produced 14,248 pounds of milk with 504.8 pounds of butterfat, equating to 630.4 pounds of butter, and a net profit over feed costs of $1,671.23, or $153.93 per cow.
The statement notes that a dairy cow requires half its feed for maintenance and that the remaining half used for milk production is often insufficient, highlighting a frequent nutritional shortfall in dairy operations.
Farmers note green silage rivals good grass for cows. Silage provides high nutrients, especially carbohydrates, improves coat gloss and overall appearance. Silage-fed cows yield richer milk with more vitamin C than cows on dry feed as silo filling nears.
Lima beans need warm, rich soil and ample sun. Bush varieties are easier to grow than pole types, offering simpler cultivation and reliable yields.
A compact observation notes that a scrub sire harms herd quality and undermines a farmer's investment, illustrating how poor breeding stock translates into ongoing losses for the owner.
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