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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1920
Page
1
United States Department of Agriculture experiments on poultry nutrition show meat scrap feeding increases egg production. Six pens of pullets tested free range and confinement. meat scraps raised average egg output from about 90 eggs to 125 to 150 per year, with higher winter yields and cost savings over a year-long period.
A historical guide stresses placement of pens and houses near a pond or stream for duck farms on suitable soil. It covers water access, incubation setup, and sensible farming layouts to economize space and labor, noting watering needs, rotation, and limits on free wandering ducks until sale.
A historical note describes horse and cattle work using mixtures of oil of pine tar and rosin with kerosene as fly repellents. It warns against overly strong applications to prevent overheating or shedding of the coat. The recipe includes flat aft galton, pine tar 2 ounces, ropen rayol 2 ounces, kerosene 1/2 pint, applied thoroughly to unblanketed areas.
A sep solution mixed by Mesotying any ounce of laine in a gallon of water is claimed to destroy all chicken lice. The report notes that dipping fowls for a short time is necessary to kill lice that have hatched after the treatment.
Poultry notes advise on turkey and duck care focusing on health and feeding. Avoid feeding wet mushes in summer to prevent souring and mold. Feed crained core or whole wheat in limited quantities once daily around noon for an ample grain ration.
A long article champions economical, healthful cooking and gardening for families. It lists recipes like Snowball Mousse Muffins Blueberry Muffins and Beefsteak Pie, and urges using vegetables, dairy, and affordable staples. It cautions against expensive foods and emphasizes fresh produce, moderation, and home gardening to lower costs.
The USDA reports plentiful bind er twine and lower prices as harvest nears. Labor shortages persist with about 72 percent of normal hired farm labor, spurring calls for city shock troops and mobilization to bolster harvest manpower across key wheat states. Nebraska and Oklahoma demand thousands of extra workers, while Kansas City coordinates labor distribution.
Grain handling tips advise thrashing when grain is dry to avoid cracking. Damp grain sweats, becomes hot and blequent. thrash before sweat to keep color richer. Community thrashing speeds results. ensure clean separators and proper straw handling for bedding or manure. request Farmers Bulletin No. 078 on Growing Tiara Spring Wheat.
A brief notice highlights the market for labor saving machinery and tools. It notes rising demand as workers seek efficient devices and differentiated prices for such gear. The piece references new devices and possible impact on craft labor.
The United States Department of Agriculture says corn yields per acre could double in a few hours with no rise in work or expense. It cautions this does not imply doubling is desirable, but increasing output on fewer acres with reduced labor could meet most needs.
Feed stocker calves and yearlings Bonny concentrate at one to three pounds daily in cottonseed or off cake in addition to pasture. In severe weather provide roughage.
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