Proper care can keep fall pigs as profitable as spring pigs
The article argues that well managed fall pigs yield strong profits through pasture grazing, summer corn supplementation, and fresh water. It recommends dry season preparation, succulent feed, peas for fattening, and a higher corn ratio, noting fall markets often match or beat late spring markets. Emphasizes care during first cold weather to maintain weight and profitability.
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F. E. Rutter
Ferryville
Wis
Milwaukee Sentinel
Dipping vats, cattle handling and farm news roundup
The article describes cattle dipping practices with 16 by 24 foot pans, a 115 to 120 degree dip mix, and a 150 head per hour capacity, noting the $1,000 vat cost and longevity. It mentions 3,000 head dipping completed, corn supplies for frost, and sweet corn tests by Carpenter & Sanborn. Also reports a sheep range poisoning near Columbus Montana with 1,500 deaths, mutton interest in Colorado, Denver pork and chicken notes, and auction results for shorthorns at Minnesota state fair with Grand Archer 197,634 calf selling high. Weather forecast by factory whistle codes in Indiana towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Carpenter & Sanborn
Grand Archer
Browndale
Minneapolis
Keeping Bottom Lands In Meadow For Long Term Profit
Central West farmers face widespread bottom land failures due to excessive rainfall this year. Wet soils delayed planting and weeded fields, reducing corn growth. Experts recommend keeping bottom lands in meadow, using hay as steadier profit with less labor, and plowing, disk, and sowing timothy followed by clover or rye for future pasture use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central West
Wal-fare
Dipping Cattle in Dakota at Brule County Farm
Brule County Dakota reports a new cattle dip at the Carpenter Sanborn 14 000 acre ranch built to treat lice, scab, Texas itch and vermin. The 48 by 8 by 30 inch basin is stone walled and cement lined with a chute for branding and vaccinating, ensuring no loss of dip fluid and efficient operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brule
8. D
Carpenter- Sanborn
Brule County
Texas
To Increase Corn Crop From Iowa Suggests Plan For Winter Evenings
Prof Harry G Holden of Iowa Agricultural College argues that if farmers across seven great corn states contribute several winter evenings, 480000000 bushels could be added to the annual crop. He cites field tests showing stands from 29 to 86.2 percent with an average loss of 28.7 percent and advocates an optimal three and one third stalks per hill. He notes yield scales with stalk density, predicting 50 bushels per acre at a 100 percent stand versus 35 bushels now with 70 percent stand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry G. Holden
Iowa Agricultural College
Holden
Lowa
Causes of tainted milk per Swiss scientist Dr Gerber
The Swiss scientist Dr. Gerber lists twelve causes of tainted milk: poor fodder and feeding, dirty watering, foul air in the cow stable, lack of cleanliness in milking, keeping milk warm and in dirty places, failure to cool milk promptly, dirty rate of milk, poor transportation, sick cows and diseases, cows in heat, mixing fresh and cold milk, and rust in metal pails.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gerber
A Farmer Wife Finds Simple Butter Making Way
A farmer’s wife detests dairy chores yet makes butter easily. With one cow kept for home use, she gathers two quarts of cream in two days. She uses a four quart tin syrup pail with a tight lid, shakes it in her rocker, and soon yields a roll of golden butter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen
William
Uncle Bill
Sweet Corn Tests at Ames College Iowa
A study by the agronomy department at Ames College Iowa tests sweet corn varieties for table and forage value and sweetness. About an acre planted June 15. Peep o Day matures in six weeks with short, 12 inch tall stalks and ears five to six inches long. Early Minnesota reaches roasting ear stage late August and finishes in ten days, five feet high with six to eight inch ears. Eaten by student clubs, tests succeed, next week Stowell's Evergreen and Country Gen-
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tegronomy Department
Ames College
Iowa
Minnesota
Stowell
Few men who know and act illustrate true Worth
The passage notes that many men possess knowledge yet refrain from action while a few act fully on their opportunities, and these are the ones worthy of imitation. It emphasizes initiative and the value of applying knowledge through deeds.
Proper care for a cream separator
A cream separator must be cared for to work properly. It should be placed on a solid foundation and protected from dust and dirt that can enter bearings and hinder operation. Clean bearings frequently and use the best grade of oil.
Holstein Breeders See Record Year in Registrations
The Holstein breeders association reports a prosperous year with 4753 cows and 2088 bulls registered, and transfers issued for 4889 cows and 2270 bulls. Registrations show a gain of one fifth over the prior year.
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Breeders’ Association
Chicago apple buyers in western markets bid Colorado stock
Chicago buyers pay one to one and a quarter dollars per box for choice Colorado apples. John Ashenfelder of Montrose sold his entire crop last week to a Chicago buyer for one hundred sixty five thousand dollars. He has seventeen thousand boxes of peaches to sell from the same plantation. Pekin ducks are profitable from early life with fertile eggs and hatchable ducklings. eggs for hatching remain in demand. keep ducks in a fenced orchard for best returns. Nellie Hawks Saline County Nebraska.
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Chicago
Colorado
John Ashhenfelder
Montrose
Nellie Hawks
Saline County
Neb
Forming farmer clubs to share labor and hay timing
Farmers can ease labor shortages by creating clubs of three or four nearby farms and exchanging work. Early cut hay offers higher feeding value for on farm use, while late cut hay is easier to handle for sale. The harvest time should match the intended use or sale.
Costs Money to Live for the Turkish Sultan
The New York Commercial Advertiser reports the sultan of Turkey spends at least 30 million dollars annually. Clothing for women costs 7.5 million, the sultan's wardrobe 400 thousand, gifts 7.5 million, pocket money 5 million, and dining 5 million. About 1,500 palace residents live lavishly, justifying the civil list outlay.
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Turkey
New York
Uncle Bill and the Editor at the County Fair Gambler Tale
Uncle Bill teases the editor with a prize ear of corn and a window display bet while praising fairs for farm progress. They discuss the Ole Army game at length, recounting losses, a humorous epitaph, and Helen’s sharp wit. The pair joke about gamblers needing a wagon to haul home their money.
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Bill
Helen
Uncle Bill
Harness for Horses Promises Equal Load Sharing
A Western city showcases a new draft invention that uses forty one tubular metal harnesses mounted on a swiveling framework to keep two horses balanced. The flexible connection allows free movement while ensuring both animals bear an equal portion of the load.
Fragmentary quip series from early 20th century tabloids
The fragment from the Atlanta Constitution and Life magazine shows banter about political qualification and a quip on love and labor. It captures period humor but lacks coherent narrative or identifiable people or events.
Jokes and quips from various papers on humor
A collection of humorous exchanges and jokes about marriage critics professions and manners sourced from multiple newspapers. It includes lines about a comment on a spouse and inheritance fears, a critic who buys, a maid changing her complexion, editors and reporters sharing playful banter, and light remarks about ocean geography and dogs. Names and places appear in brief snippets from several papers.
The Married Man and the Universal Love Stigma
A compact dramatic note examines a married man who falls in love and faces universal condemnation. The piece surveys social judgment, moral policing, and the harsh scrutiny applied to private affection in a rigid society.
Rockefeller bought Adirondack forest tract for 50000
The Kansas City Star recounts William Rockefeller's negotiations to buy about 30000 acres from Pat Ducey, initially at 77000, then a decisive 50000 payment. A pivotal moment notes Rockefeller’s “a little time is a great thing” line as a saving, enabling the purchase. The tract became the Rockefeller camp at Bay Pond where John D. Rockefeller Jr. later married.
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William Rockefeller
Adirondack Forest
Pat Ducey
Ducey
Mr. Ducey
Mr. Rockefeller
Rockefeller
Brandon
New York
Wiliam Rockefeller
Bay Pond
John D. Rockefeller, Jr
Germany to Open Commerce Talks With Switzerland
A note from Berne reports Germany will begin negotiations with Switzerland for a bilateral commerce treaty. Talks are planned to be held in Berlin in the autumn.
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Berne
Switzerland
Federal Council
Berlin
His Idea of the Size at Macomb Roadhouse
Johnny Barry son in law of Billy Florence testifies on a rock removal contract. He misreads cubic yard. judge asks him to estimate with an inkstand as three feet by three by three. He finally answers it as a very large ink stand, revealing poor understanding of the term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny Barry
Billy’ Florence
Macomb’s Dam Bridge
New York
Johnny
New York Times
Weather Talk From Uncle Isham and Major Dix Do
A dialogue about rain tomorrow and the challenges of forecasting. Major Dix asks if it will rain while Uncle Isham recalls older weather predictions. The exchange reflects skepticism toward the current weather bureau and speaks to personal meteorology and folklore.
Turkeys Trigger Fatal House Accident
A child in Costeshu, Roumar nia, was killed when a turkey’s wing struck a wall gun and discharged a charge into the child’s head. The incident occurred as the birds wandered into the home and caused the weapon to fire.
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Costeshu
Roumarnia
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