Railways face calls for reform and public debate
The piece argues over railway regulation and dividends, warning against political overreach while urging fair treatment for investors. It recalls a tale of forgiveness, critiques sheriff Robb’s tenure, and notes booming auto sales amid prosperity chatter with a nod to parking concerns.
Frankness and balance in home life and public duty
A reflective essay argues for frankness between spouses to prevent unhappiness and divorce, praises mutual trust, and notes that homes run best without a boss and with cooperative effort. It critiques speed maniacs and imagines Europe as a kettle that cannot raise enough steam to lift the lid, signaling rising tensions.
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Europe
Tests show stripping boosts milk yield in November report
Cow testers from Buckthorn, McGregor, and Bremer associations report gains from proper cow stripping after milking machines. Leonard Ashton notes ten cows yielded ten pounds extra milk, shielding losses of 600 pounds monthly and $22.50 in butterfat value. Early feed purchases also saved costs.
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Leonard Ashton
Buckthorn Association
Ashton
Oliver, Constable
McGregor Association
Bremer Association
Christmas Bird Census Report From Ames Iowa
The annual Christmas bird census in Ames Iowa recorded thirteen species and 300 individuals. led by J E Guthrie of Iowa State College Entomology and Mrs F L Battell the two routes noted many birds including cardinal junco hairy and Downey woodpecker great horned owl red tailed hawk bluejay tree sparrow chickadee nuthatches and the brown creeper. Crows comprised about half the total. The tree sparrow was noted as valuable to farmers feeding on weed seeds.
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United States
Ames
J. E. Guthrie
Department of
Iowa State College
F. L. Battell
Mr. Guthrie
F. EK. L. Beal
Idwa
Brood Sows Need Exercise Says ISU Expert
Prof. H. H. Kildee of Iowa State College argues insufficient exercise and over feeding cause poor farrowing results. Some Iowa hog raisers feed corn away from sleeping quarters, forcing sows to walk half a mile to a mile daily, ensuring adequate exercise and reducing waste.
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H. H. Kildee
Iowa State College
Iowa
Fires and munitions makers tale of rising heat
A wary warning that daily tensions will grow until fires intensify and steam rises. The metaphor suggests the lid will blow and munitions makers will again find cause for cheer as pressure mounts.
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