Study Finds High Horse Age on Illinois Farms
R C Ross of the University of Illinois reports that on 626 farms totaling 4521 horses and mules, the average age is just over nine years. Nine year olds make up 8.3 percent of the stock, with numbers declining steadily in older groups and only 4 percent twenty years or older.
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R. C Ross
Farm Organization and Management Department
College of Agriculture
University of Ilinois
Ilinois
Federal Department of Agriculture
Efficient Swine Ration Found in Wisconsin
Wisconsin experimenters report a new swine ration combining corn tankage chopped alfalfa hay and linseed meal. Pigs on the mix gained about 1.15 pounds daily versus under pound with corn and tankage, reaching 200 pounds in 29 days. feed use drops to 417.9 pounds corn 47.4 tankage per 100 pounds gained versus 878 corn 81.4 tankage 19.6
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Swine
Wisconsin
Morrison
Livestock Notes Promote Sheep and Dual Crops
In producing hogs it is beneficial to move away from old practices. Two evenly distributed crops annually aid marketing and consumer costs. Sheep have been neglected by farmers, yet they promise higher returns with more labor and feed.
Epictetus on Noise and Danger of Theories
A concise philosophical note quotes Epictetus asserting that louder theories signal lesser danger and urges readers to believe in their own limitations before judging. The remark frames confidence as a factor in perceived threat from ideas.
Buddy Knew Price He'd Have to Pay
Parents host an elaborate luncheon. Buddy and Harriet sneak in from school to view fine china and iced cakes. Buddy refuses the chocolate treats, saying they do not look good enough to be whipped for.
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Buddy
Harriet
A Way Out
A nine year old recounts a playground conflict with a friend over a rock throwing incident. The boy explains he fought back after being struck but chose to go home to settle the matter.
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Johnny
Robert
Notion on Kissing Signals in Female Friendships
A dated remark suggests that women who kiss only once upon meeting are not true friends. The statement reflects social etiquette expectations and contrasts with longer or repeated gestures.
Six Bears in One Tree Surprised Rancher Near Vancouver
A rancher east of Vancouver British Columbia returned home to find six bears perched in a single tree nearby. Police and wildlife officials were called to ensure safety as the animals remained in the tree for several hours. The bears dispersed without incident, and no injuries were reported.
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Vancouver
British Columbia
A Lady of Distinction Uses Cuticura Skincare
An advertisement touts a beauty routine for clear skin using Cuticura Soap to cleanse pores followed by Cuticura Taicum powder. The copy emphasizes the perfume and delicate influence of the product on a lady of distinction and her healthy complexion.
Millionaire's Dilemma: A Quip on Time and Watches
A witty exchange asks what one would do with a million dollars, answered with a punchline about buying a decent watch to avoid being late. The lightweight joke centers on punctuality and value over extravagance.
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