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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1956
Page
5
A University of Minnesota study by L E Hanson shows that a high protein ration does not poison pigs but is costly and acts as a laxative. The 14 percent protein plan was tested by splitting litters at eight weeks, after weaning, across multiple groups with supporting results from state stations.
University of Minnesota demonstration finds pigs on 14 percent protein ration outperform those on 30 percent protein. They gain 1.31 to 1.54 pounds daily and convert feed more efficiently, with 100 pounds gained for 180 pounds of feed versus 345 pounds of feed per 100 pounds gained. Cost per pound fed is 10 cents versus 15.2 cents for the high protein.
Dixon Springs Illinois Experiment Station reports ewes fed a good ration during pregnancy yield heavier stronger lambs. Station sheepmen use four parts oats and four parts shelled corn with protein in final pregnancy weeks, one half to one pound per sheep daily.
A historical note describes using a couple of asphalt roof shingles kept in a car trunk to gain traction on slick pavement and enable the vehicle to roll again.
A vivid description of wild dogs in Indo China, Malay, India, Africa. Packs led by canine chiefs strike swiftly and disappear before humans, tigers avoid them, and hunters use trained dogs to flush big cats. Notable spots include Deccan Ghats Nilgiri Hills and Northern Rhodesia camps. The piece highlights feeding on prey and campyard encounters.
In Los Angeles Dr Love Miller of UC says desert tortoises erase initials carved on their shells within a year due to rapid regeneration. He notes bladder stones are common but not harmful, males mature around 16 to 20, and females may lay eggs twice yearly up to 14 per event.
In Bryan Ohio the National Threshers Association showcased 30 Avery 40 steam threshers at its annual gathering. More than 4,000 veterans of steam-powered harvesters gathered to witness a demonstration of 50 year old threshing methods.
Chicago report notes a rise in newlyweds owning homes driven by credit financing. Richard Nelson, real estate researcher, says low down payments and long amortization periods let young couples with little savings buy homes. About 10 to 20 percent prefer home ownership over renting.
The Rev E L Pockock senior chaplain at the Royal Marine Detachment held up a 6 pence IOU from last Sunday's collection. He condemned the note as bad business and spoke to the congregation about the incident.
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