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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1912
Page
3
Scientific American describes a non refillable bottle by W W Clark of Panama. The invention aims to prevent refilling after contents are decanted and to seal the bottle against pressure from a force pump. The device holds liquids of any density and shows a longitudinal section with parts adjusted to seal the inlet.
A Holstein cow weighs 1200 to 1400 pounds and has a large feed capacity making milk production cheaper per quart than other breeds. While its milk is about three percent butterfat, the breed yields more milk overall, balancing cost and richness compared with higher butterfat breeds.
Incomplete milking not only robs the dairyman of the milk but also damages the cow. It tends to lessen daily production and shorten lactation. Drawing the last pint takes more time but yields gains to the cow and owner.
Experiments in Ireland found calves born in a gamma environment gained faster during winter when housed at night in a well ventilated shed than un sheltered calves. By midsummer the two groups showed little difference. Wet weather affected unprotected cattle more than prolonged cold.
An article notes that culling the poorest cows and replacing them with better ones seems costly but is cheaper than sustaining a herd that drags down profits. It argues selective removal boosts overall return and efficiency.
Guidelines for milking barns emphasize cleanliness and drainage to prevent odor and flies. Keep manure away from the barn, maintain ventilated stalls, whitewash internal walls, and use cement floors. Immediate milking to a sterile room, rapid cooling to 45 degrees F, and sterilized equipment are required. Bottles and closures must be metal, sterilized, and sealed with paraffined paper disks.
Practical guidance on dairy feeding and silo use. Emphasizes corn meal and ensilage as strong components, notes skim milk digestibility, highlights clean utensils and sanitary handling, and recommends protecting cows from fires to save feed costs.
London Express correspondent Ostler recounts his perilous journey across the Tripoli desert with an Arab caravan to join Turkish forces. He endures cold, rain, and hunger, noting treacherous camel drivers, hostile raiders, and the harsh desert landscape as they push toward a palm oasis and the fight in Morocco and Tripoli.
The Music Trade Review argues some pianomakers fail to advertise, limiting recognition and sales. It praises firms that invest in up to date advertising to make their pianos known, noting American buyers prefer clear, standout campaigns and those who actively promote their products.
A reflective quote on character shaping through vigorous resistance to evil tendencies. It argues amiability grows from overcoming temptation, with temper and transformed selfishness fueling generosity. The idea posits characters forged by enemies have stronger appeal than those simply pleasant.
A detailed guide on celery production covering bed preparation with moisture control, shade options, seedling care, thinning and transplanting, and long term cultivation. It notes the need for rich soil, repeated irrigation, shallow tillage, and careful blanching by boards or earth banking to produce crisp tender stalks while avoiding overwatering and rot.
G Buliott discusses irrigation waste and drainage. Oversaturated land results from excess water and leakage from canals, not from irrigation itself, with soil layers and hard substrata trapping moisture. Proper drainage and controlled water use are essential to prevent land from becoming unfit for farming.
Irrigation can maximize yields on new land and scarce food. however, long term success depends on selling crops yearly. Without ongoing markets, irrigation alone cannot guarantee good results.
The article discusses proper housing and care for sheep and hogs in winter. It stresses clean, dust-free bedding, good ventilation, protection from drafts, and well-kept yards. It notes salt access, disinfection after spillages, and cautious breeding and feeding practices for thrift and profitability.
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