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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1917
Page
8
Professor Erf of Ohio State University cites a Jersey cow bred in southern Ohio fed poorly that yielded 2,200 pounds of milk annually. With better management and feed, the same cow now produces 12,000 pounds of 5 percent milk, illustrating the impact of good feeding on milk and butterfat.
The article advises selecting a dairy breed and starting with five good cows rather than many poor ones. It stresses uniform herd, superior cows, and careful breeding. It notes that calves should be sired by a registered bull with long lineage and that good grades can be affordable, leading to a profitable herd.
Keep milk sweet in hot weather by two steps: cool milk quickly after milking and ensure absolute cleanliness of pails cans and cows. Bacteria from dirt or dirty equipment causes souring. use seamless containers and prevent dirt or dust from entering the milk.
The average cow drinks about nine or ten gallons of water daily and should have access to fresh water twice daily. Water from wells or running streams is preferred, while stagnant ponds or streams are unhealthy for cattle.
Instructional note states remove all diseased cows from the herd and keep their milk separate until health returns. Milk from diseased animals should not be used for human food. It warns about serious udder trouble and garget, requiring secure handling before milking resumes.
The will of Martha J. Davis dated April 30 1916 is probated in Sullivan Circuit Court. Executors named are brother Charles L Davis and brother in law Joe S Reed. Bequests include 1000 to Benj Davis and Chas L Davis, 2500 to Julia D Kalley, and cash to Mary Donnelly with remainder to fund church ministries.
Indiana's schools will add a department focused on food production and conservation. Horace Ellis urges superintendents to excuse students temporarily for harvest work with full credit and ensure they can rejoin classes later. A mandatory modern text on food production is planned, and timber surveys for fuel shortages are urged.
An advertisement urges readers with kidney trouble to consult a chiropractor for a case analysis. It promotes chiropractic adjustments as addressing the cause. Signed by H. L. Ramsey, D. C.
Lost satchel with small purse inside containing glasses in case and money. Reward offered and returned to this office.
Notice announces JOE S. REED CHARLES L. DAVIS as executors of Martha J. Davis late of Sullivan county Indiana deceased. Estate described as solvent. ISAAC H. KALLEY attorney. First insertion Sept. 19 1917 3t.
Administrator W E Maple files final account of Elizabeth Wells late of Sullivan County Indiana. The Sullivan Circuit Court will hear the report on Friday October 12 1917. Creditors heirs and legatees are notified to appear and show cause why the report should not be approved. N H Kalley attorney.
John Hinkle a 54 year old farmer four miles east of Oaktown collapsed and died from heart failure while pitching hay. He is survived by his widow and two children. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at Morris.
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