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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1908
Page
5
A Breeders' Gazette correspondent describes a convenient stable layout with an eight-foot sliding front door and four harness closets on entry. Stalls are to the left with no need to turn the horse, a grain room sits before stalls, a manger feeds oats, hay is stored in corner racks, and stairs lead to a hay lift above the grain room.
Research on pig finishing rations compares corn tankage barley alfalfa hay and mixed feeds. Nine parts corn one tankage yields 133 pounds gain, while barley tankage gives 120 pounds gain. Alfalfa increases cost and reduces efficiency but may improve overall results in mixed rations.
The text advises starting a lamb creep at eight to ten days old to allow access to grain and hay. It describes a suggested grain mix of oilmeal with bran oats and fine corn meal, and notes red clover or alfalfa hay as roughage with alfalfa preferred. It emphasizes clean feed and continuous grain feeding until fattening is complete.
A Wisconsin station trial shows lambs fed grain continuously earning a net profit twice as high as lambs fed without grain. The grain-fed group made a weekly gain of 3 pounds, compared with 2 pounds for lambs not given grain before entering the feed yard.
A neighborly plan groups hog delivery days to move a pen of pigs in one trip rather than several, reducing stress on the animals and keeping neighbors amicable. The farmer benefits from neighbor oversight during hauling, encouraging better hog care.
The winter plan outlines tasks to start after frost ends. It lists field preparation, seedbed conditioning, irrigation checks, equipment servicing, and soil testing to ready crops for the thaw and early growing season.
An article advocates winter livestock welfare detailing ventilation via a shaft to remove stale air, proper window design, and the importance of light and daily grooming. It argues fresh air and good feeding prevent disease, noting that care this winter yields healthier cows in spring and avoids spring poor.
The Red Men will hold a box supper at the Lodge Hall on February 6. All are invited and ladies are asked to bring their boxes. By order of committee.
The Journal announces a subscription drive offering ten free faxes of newspapers and magazines to readers. Details on how to subscribe are provided by the paper.
Friends gathered Friday evening for a farewell surprise at Mr. and Mrs. D. M. Squires home before their move to a new place west of Awe wlo A pleasant time followed with light refreshments. Attendees included Mr AO OM, Ponge, Me, Mes, Atle, Pantier, MY, Mrs. James Teil Ma, Mrs. W. Ky Godfrey, Wisves, Clara Peterson, Masore nat, Rachel Bell, ihoda Ponve, Roy Evert, Charley Sqaines, OH, Norris, Toumy Poioe, Wa aod dav Bell.
For sale a new work horse about six years old weighing around 1500 pounds. Contact RB Cubera at phone 313 in Norway Kansas.
Friends of the Bell family and the Courtland band surprised the miners at 125 with a Wednesday evening visit. The guests presented a cut glass water set and well wishes for the Bell family’s future in Mircedo after a long evening of games and cheerful chatter.
A report notes two ponies driven by youths aged eight and four by a person named Alvin Johnson near Scandin. The incident centers on handling of the ponies and the youths in a rural setting.
RT Smith is listed for a Pebry Path event at the Wolf Hont Round Up with details unclear about activities and offerings. The fragment mentions food items and Gould things to eat but lacks precise items or times.
Statement from Mr. Stubbs denies withdrawal from Republican Governor candidacy. He explains personal reluctance to switch, thanks ten influential supporters, and affirms remaining a candidate for Governor to end of the campaign, citing public duty over personal ambition.
John G. Larson and Carolina Flodberg were married February 12 at the Lutheran church with 125 guests. Rev. Sandstedt officiated. attendants included Olivia Flodberg and Lillie Olson, ring bearers Emily Loring and Madeline Beckman. reception followed at the bride’s parents’ home. They will farm southeast of town as friends offer well wishes and gifts. Out of town guests Lydia M. Jones of Omaha and Olive Peterson of Lindsborg attended.
A notice indicates accounts at the Bank of Scandia are being pursued for collection. The message directs action to recover debts owed to the institution.
Wolfe’s high class moving pictures and beautiful illustrated songs play at the opera house on February 20 21 and 22. Admission for the first two nights is ten and twenty cents respectively.
Auction notice lists 12 red cattle pulled and 5 bulls to be sold at J R Bowersox on February 19. The fragment mentions an electric massage and Lilies night at Wil ey's, with time constraints noted for A J Rtury.
A wolf hunt roundup will form in section five Norway township with lines along the north township boundary and roads from Scan dia. Captains must secure men, contact John Shotsman at Riley's barber shop for extras, and start promptly at the 100 o'clock sharp signal. Living outside are invited. at least one rider is required for support.
Seed oats Chote or Red Texas seed oats for sale. Theo J Otto phone 1868 Courtland. Wan Tih D trustworthy canvassers to take orders for fast selling books and the Allen Fountain Bath Brush. Write for particulars. Address 1 Paqi Ziegler 7-2b Pratt Kansas.
The Republic City News notes Miss Wolfe's moving pictures will be shown next week in town with first night prices of 10 and 20 cents. It also reports the birth of a baby girl to Mr. and Mrs. Ben Lervold on February 3, the couple's home already having five boys and now a daughter.
A portable corn and grain elevator will be sold at J R Bowersox’s sale on February 19. The item is highlighted amid other livestock listings and comments note the strong quality of horses offered this year at the sale.
F. H. Larsen offers three high bred Poland China boars each around 185 pounds. The notice lists the animals for sale and the owner’s contact, reflecting a local livestock listing.
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