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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1911
Page
2
From early in the breed’s history Shorthorns have been praised for dual beef and milk use. Notable breeders like John Whittaker and Thomas Whewell advanced dairy capacity with cows yielding 14 to 44 quarts daily, shaping the breed’s reputation for strong milking ability alongside beef.
Historical notes describe how cows drink water in proportion to milk yield. An officer notes a cow producing around 100 pounds daily drank about 31 gallons in winter, while hotter days require more water to sustain milk output. The account emphasizes temperature and access to water as crucial factors for proper dairy production.
The article discusses poultry farming methods emphasizing ample feed and regular green feeding. It notes common beliefs about green feeding being repetitive and questions the presence of mocks on farms where such practices are expected to be standard, suggesting regular green feeding may be uncommon.
An instructional note urges keeping livestock healthy by placing oneself in the animal’s position. It advises careful care in barns, attentive feeding, and humane handling to ensure welfare and productivity.
Guidance on sow care before birth emphasizes proper feeding and shelter at farrowing. A well nourished mother yields stronger piglets, while neglect leads to weak, unhealthy offspring. Builders can craft simple shelters, with portable housings noted as economical options for protection from wind and rain.
The dry farming congress collects and distributes theories and experiences from leading agricultural nations. It cites substantial work in rice regions, drought resistant crops, and moisture conservation. The drive aims to optimize tillage, plant breeding, and soil cultivation to produce profitable crops with minimal water.
A quirky, period voice discusses renting horses and the need for fresh tack. It mocks the cost of new horses and blankets, advising practical alternatives and noting how quickly a harness dealer can sell horse blankets.
A Paris horse show panel of experts set weight limits for horses in the saddle. The jury declared: horses weighing not more than 125 pounds should not carry over 187 pounds if girth is at most 67 inches. horses at 916 pounds with a girth of 0 inches should carry no more than 209 pounds. a horse weighing 196 pounds with a TL inch girth should not bear more than 231 pounds.
An An Kogiteh farmer has achieved notable success with large bullded houses featuring a central swivel pin. The design allows sections to swing open when required and return to a closed, stable position by gravity once released.
Farmers note that the number of cows directly affects profits since more cows require more fodder and pasture. As fodder is raised and stored, herd size can grow. Some growers who shifted to potatoes are returning to dairy cattle to boost earnings.
In Holland horses are used for meat similar to other regions. The article notes horse meat sold at about six cents a pound, about one fourth the price of comparable beef cuts. Local practices reflect price and dietary conditions influencing meat markets.
The article surveys dry farming in North Dakota, noting variability in crop yields due to rainfall and evaporation. It contrasts farmers who followed dry farming with those who did not, highlighting the role of soil moisture, composting, and organic matter. It cites favorable crops when moisture was preserved and underscores questions about preparing for drought years.
The article discusses choosing crops suited for dry farming to mature early. Wheat yields over thirty bushels per acre are highlighted, along with barley, oats, corn, alfalfa, and Canada field peas as valuable drought tolerant options. It notes market and cultivation considerations for each crop and emphasizes adaptation to dry land conditions.
A farmer near Brookvale New Jersey was awakened by the crowing of four game roosters as a thief tried to steal prized chickens. After a chase the thief was captured. The article notes a game cock will crow loudly to warn of strangers or dogs near the chicken yard.
Draft horses remain costly but popular with buyers. Southdown sheep lead in wool quality and breeders push for better feed management. Sheep thrive with warm, dry housing. avoid damp sleeping quarters and open doors. Proper turning out and turning in, plus cautious swine spacing, reduce disease and cold stress. Breeding at reasonable prices should encourage more flocks to the farm.
A Fordham resident Mrs Sarah A Black reports dramatic improvement after using Doan's Kidney Pills for dropsy and rheumatism. The ad touts Doan's at 60 cents a box from Poaster Milburn Co Buffalo No. Seven Pensioners In One Family notes multiple elderly relatives in Pineham Bogland and neighboring parishes receiving age pensions.
An enigmatic verse fragment presents dialogue between two speakers, one claiming cleverness and dread of finishing a line while the other teases about being clover. The piece hints at creative tension and a moment of linguistic play.
A diaried testimony from C Louis Green of Philadelphia, dated 1910, details severe itching eczema affecting his limbs as a child and his recovery after using Caticura remedies. He credits the products with erasing pimples and urges others to consider the Caticura site saving station.
A fragmentary note reports a large event linked to improvidence and misused funds during a spring period. It suggests a party and a Loot tied to Gare fea, with hints that savings could reduce foreboding. Ambiguities leave names and places unclear.
A fragmented domestic scene shows Jim and family members discussing truth and timing. The dialogue hints at deception and caution as they weigh when to reveal information, ending with a touch of humor about a pudding request. The tone resembles a quiet, small town story.
Fragmented OCR describes a scene with a man raising a knife and a woman reacting in fear. Snippets mention Marcus Pleasant Potlota and vague crimes or cautions. Text appears damaged and unreadable in parts, but hints at a violent confrontation and a philosophical aside about life and healing.
An old advertorial promotes Dr Caldwell's syrup as a mild laxative for women. It links constipation with menstrual issues, urging women to keep bowels open to relieve symptoms like bad breath pimples headaches belching and indigestion. The copy emphasizes early effects and broad claims.
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