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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1917
Page
8
A veterinary guide notes caulk wounds form when horses are sharp shod in deep snow. Remove sharp caulks, clean wounds immediately, and prevent contamination. Use mild antiseptics or chlorinated lime, applying thoroughly for at least an hour, with stronger disinfectants as needed.
The guidance explains cleaning a wound with carbolic acid or full strength iodine, doing three strong iodine treatments on day one, packing with iodine soaked cotton, then using drying antiseptic powder of iodoform tannic acid boracic acid thrice daily. Avoid mud and filth. avoid bandaging for stock wounds.
A New York Times quotation shows young Evelyn asking to play with other children. The mother limits play to girls, citing rough behavior from boys. The exchange reflects early social norms on gendered play.
Extension officials and agricultural college representatives from 32 states concluded that farmers must lead in winning the war. Dean Burnett of Nebraska urged the U S to feed its troops and Allies as wheat shortages loom. Discussed expanding corn and spring wheat, using oats and sorghum, and conserving seed and stock.
A university horticulture department urges citizens to plant gardens as a patriotic act. Back yards and vacant lots can yield large quantities with careful planning. Techniques include multiple crops per season, companion cropping, close spacing, and crop rotation. Contact the college of agriculture in Lincoln for details.
The Box Butte Bureau through the county agricultural agent launches a war effort urging farmers to increase crop acreage, treat oats for smut, use tested seed, treat potatoes for scab, employ better farming methods to save moisture, boost poultry and livestock, vaccinate for blackleg, promote home gardens, organize 4H clubs, and use labor economically.
The state college of agriculture notes disease free seed and seed treatment can more than double Nebraska’s average potato yield. Last year Nebraska averaged 79 bushels per acre. treated seed yields range 150 to 200 bushels. Treatment involves soaking seed for 90 minutes in a corrosive sublimate solution, drying, then planting. Pieces the size of a hen’s egg with two eyes give best results, and northern grown seed is advised.
The article urges using cheaper abundant foods to conserve national supplies without losing taste or nutrition. It cites corn meal as versatile and appealing, mentioning Farmer's Bulletin No. 565 detailing many excellent corn meal dishes for everyday meals.
A young town lawyer, praised for modesty and wit, replies to a client that his opinion may be invaluable in the case while revealing his forthcoming charge. The exchange highlights his sharp humor and practical approach to fees.
Fire destroyed the general store of Mr. Watkins at Blue Vale and the adjoining residence. The store housed the post office and mail. Built forty years ago, the landmark suffered total loss with estimated damages of $6,000, partly insured.
The Bruning community club held its first annual banquet and smoker at the opera house with about 250 guests. Dr. Austin Mathews served as toastmaster and J. J. Burk of Geneva was the principal speaker. Several club members responded to toasts.
Thomas H. Clinton of Sidney Testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills ease back pain and dull kidney-related aches. He cites frequent kidney action and soreness, stating a box from Western Drug Co. relieves symptoms reliably. Price 50c at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo N Y.
The text advises separating the ram from pregnant ewes during winter to prevent annoyance and stress. It suggests a grain ration of oats and bran with clover or alfalfa roughage to keep the ram in good condition, and sparing feeding with high quality corn silage if available.
The soil in the cold frame should be light garden soil. Many growers move flats with plants from hotbeds to the cold frame to avoid sourcing soil. Watering must be frequent to keep plants growing and ventilation must be managed carefully.
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