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Newspaper
Russiaville Observer
Location
Russiaville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1913
Page
8
A historical advocacy piece praising alfalfa as a soil improver drought resistant high in feeding value and profitable for farms. It extols benefits including increased milk flow, larger corn yields, hog pasture value, and wide adaptability across New York farms with claims of widespread successful growth.
A campaign led by Professor P G Holden of the International Harvester Company plans automobile driven campaigns starting in April to promote alfalfa agriculture. County superintendents, schools, farmer institutes, bankers and clubs will host 30 to 40 meetings per county. The effort aims to extend knowledge, distribute alfalfa literature, and form local alfalfa organizations to boost crop yields and farm prosperity.
The veteran driver Charlie Ares remains active in racing at Indianapolis Motor Speedway and other venues. He has set multiple records and earned trophies, and his broad career spans many red mile events, with age noted at fifty five.
Rumor about a popular Texas driver replacing De Palma at Indianapolis sparked nationwide uproar. De Palma traveled to Indy to secure a Mercer for himself and his teammates Spencer Wishart and Carl Braig, with months of training planned before the race.
Census figures show the median point of six major crops has moved only slightly west in the last decade. Since 1850 it sat about 20 miles west southwest of Burlington Iowa, and researchers question how planned government irrigation may shift the grain belt location.
No hay so good as alfalfa for all kinds of livestock. It serves as hay crop and pasture for horses and hogs. Alfalfa excels as a hog pasture and, with hogs, makes a highly profitable farm combination. An alfalfa field is said to be hogs heaven.
Proper handling leads to three or four harvests yearly with long life. Red clover increases taproot strength but is sensitive to inoculation and lime. Healthy land supports continued productivity over many years.
The notice states alfalfa thrives when planted alone while sowing with oats or barley drains soil water, causing alfalfa to die. It warns that mixing grains with alfalfa leads to failures due to excessive water uptake.
Farmers report alfalfa development reaching new heights in modern agriculture. Researchers and growers note improved yields, hardier stands, and expanding cultivation across regions as feed efficiency and soil health projects progress.
Quote from J. W. Spillman proclaims alfalfa as the richest hay food known. The remark highlights the crop's perceived superiority in nutrition and feed value.
The May encampment of the Indiana G A R will be held in Indianapolis May 21 23 with treadimers including Governor Ralston Alfred R Beers Globe G A R Relph M Grant commander in chief of the Sons of Veterans and Mayor Steak on the program A parade is set for Thursday afternoon followed by camp fires and a public reception that evening Saturday morning features reviews by G A R and auxiliary groups
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway advertises a 40 mile race scheduled for May 60 with total cash of 50 000 and first prize of 20000. Prizes descend to tenth place with amounts ranging from 1000 to 10908, highlighting the lucrative wealth in motor sports.
Morris Gochro has opened a bakery at Forest Street offering first class bread to the public. Will Shephard, an employee of the F R L traction company at Yosomo, moved to that place during the week. John Harold will occupy the Siepiuaid property.
Mr and Mrs Charles agile of Kokanio are reported to have moved to this place yesterday.
Charles Pauley arrived in Kokomo for a business visit Monday. He met with local executives to discuss potential investments and partnerships and then departed the city.
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