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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1908
Page
3
A farmer suggests two opposite holes near the manger end and a round stick passed through them to project ends and hold the stick in place. A tail may be driven through the stick end to prevent slipping. When filling the manger the tick can be slipped out.
The barnyard's cleanliness is crucial for dairy herd health and air quality. Proper drainage reduces standing water and nutrient loss, while paving with gravel or cement helps prevent mud and soil compaction. Farmers experiment with underdrains and materials to keep yards dry and productive.
Farmers oppose box mangers noting best dairies now omit them. They argue mangers trap dirt and dust, hinder ventilation, and force cows into awkward feeding positions. Narrow corners are hard to sweep clean and can harbor mold, pests, and contamination from droppings.
The article urges clean barns and humane, patient care for dairy herds. It notes that a well run dairy raises animals kindly, that fodder corn should be grown and fed, and that most cows average about 165 pounds of butter yearly.
Creamery fortunes hinge on farmers who must supply enough milk and cream to ensure success.
A dairy professor explains how to correctly produce certified milk and the skills a successful dairyman must have. He stresses selecting capable personnel, proper feeding, cow health, and monitoring bacteria levels to ensure clean wholesome milk delivered to customers.
The Kansas Farmer notes a strong season for grass and dairy with high pasture yields and rising milk and butter prices. Farmers expanding cow herds aim to maximize grass crops, while dairy cow production requires years of planning for future flush years.
An article from the Agriculture Epitomist explains a milking tool usable twice daily. The seat can be fashioned from belting, corn bag, or burlap sack, turning an old material into a comfortable stool for farmers.
An experienced dairyman notes that 1% pounds of alfalfa hay match one pound of bran in feeding value. If bran prices rise locally, consider growing a little alfalfa as the next best alternative.
A guideline describes preserving cheese by dipping it in paraffin and storing in a dry room below 40 degrees to prevent mold.
Proper animal care yields profit when milk or cream is delivered in good condition. If profits fail to appear, the fault lies with the cow and its management.
Organize a local farming club among neighbors to share methods and plan for the coming winter. A community of growers can exchange tips and experiences to improve yields and preserve resources.
An account of Stoffel the baboon who becomes a leader in the Petticoat Pass saga. The tale blends frontier war, baboon cunning, and Boer and Zulu clashes as Stoffel aids his troop, is wounded in battle, and dies while protected by his foster mother and human rescuers.
Army officers push Congress to buy Constitution Island near West Point to house a U S military preparatory school and to expand training. Leaders like Col Hugh L Scott and Gen Schofield favor early title transfer and a new architectural plan linking the islands to West Point. The price is estimated at 150000 to 260000 with legislation likely to pass.
Col. Scott argues for a Constitution Island school to widen access to West Point by creating a preparatory path for capable boys who lack traditional entrance training. He notes many potential soldiers are blocked by current requirements and calls for government action to establish this institution.
The San Jacinto National Forest in Southern California was renamed the Cleveland National Forest to honor Grover Cleveland, the president who created it. President Theodore Roosevelt praised Cleveland in a letter, noting his foresight in conserving natural resources. The forest, originally 73,980 acres, now covers about 1,904,926 acres across Orange San Diego and Riverside counties, with H. A. Marshall as supervisor based in San Diego.
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