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Newspaper
The Greenville Journal
Location
Greenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1908
Page
8
A Poultry Writer argues against overreliance on trough feeding and advocates for diverse feeding troughs to improve digestion. He asserts that feeding in litter increases food digestion and animal health, reducing disease risk, while warning against monopolizing feed with a few troughs and stressing multiple troughs at varied positions.
The text discusses when geese may be plucked, noting early breeding ages and feather collection practices. It warns against premature plucking to avoid harming breeding potential and suggests wing feather timing in May and June. It emphasizes careful, quiet work and ample water for geese during feeding.
The article discusses whether bone cutters are affordable for small flocks, noting price comparisons and the perception that cheaper tools may compromise quality. It mentions market options and the debated value of investing in durable equipment versus lower cost alternatives.
A farm report notes that ducks drink from water with inconsistent supply. The text describes repeated errors in water delivery and unclear observations about the wells and pumps. The narrative mentions water quality and plucking for market as the birds are raised.
This fragment discusses frizzle feathered fowls and their plumage colors, noting frost bite issues on combs and leg weakness in chicks. It mentions feeding with rye corn fodder grass and clover, advises green feed when birds are cold or weak, and references breeder George Growel of Akron and varying results from glycerin and pepper mixtures.
Fannie Wood urges turkey raisers to ensure space and clean conditions, avoid crowded pens, and keep water clean to prevent disease in poultry. She stresses careful handling of ducks, chicks, and fowl, warns against disease spread, and highlights the importance of sanitary yards and cleanliness for healthy birds.
An odd old note discusses feeding roots to livestock, noting that green or buckwheat feed can be used whole or separated from meal. When pulped roots like sugar beets and turnips are made, dry meal may be mixed with the pulped mass. Roots or hay feeds generally should not be cooked, with potatoes, turning, and pumpkins being exceptions.
The author advises poultry keepers to train fowls to recognize voices and reduce fear. Speaking softly, entering calmly, and avoiding sudden acts help birds accept human presence. Overfamiliar kindness may loosen control, while proper discipline yields reliable results without alarming the flock. The method aims for consistent, respectful guidance rather than intimidation.
The article describes a movable colony house with a close inspection of its insteation. It notes a glazed window on one side is often covered with cloth and mentions some observers go to the length of it.
Some poultrymen favor a lightweight colony house with cloth door and wooden frame to save costs and ease construction, arguing it makes the house easy to build though others worry about storm exposure.
A fragment outlines efforts to ready provisions and adjust practices for winter. It notes the need to contortible jude and cautious timing to protect profits, welfare, and the flock. The text implies seasonal preparation to ensure comfort and efficiency during the colder months.
Instructions describe drawing any figure on an egg then inverting the eps in strong vinegar. The vinegar alters the surface as the tallow is eaten away, leaving the design visible. The text implies a clay or herbal process with a lingering note on the effect of vinegar on the egg surface.
A fragment notes Bourbon Red turkey breeds and flavor notes. Bourbon Ted is said to be flavorful and juicy when dressed for the table, with finer grain and sweeter meat. Bourbon Sted is described as good for roasting but not as strong as Brouge, and tends to root at night.
A fragmented note discusses hatch timing and care for August hatchings. It mentions hens, chick protection, ventilation, and drying coop conditions, suggesting risks to chicks if ventilation or drying is insufficient. The readable text emphasizes early care to prevent exposure and loss.
Notes warn farmers to shield birds from cold and frost. Advice urges vigilance for dull listless terrials and to act quickly to protect flocks during harsh nights. Authorities emphasize shelter, warmth, and water access to prevent disease and mortality in poultry.
A Colman's Rural World fragment notes chickens fetch higher per pound than ham and that chicken diets cost less than pork. It warns disease and pests harm hen health and suggests using insecticide to curb lice and mice, highlighting farm management realities.
The flock shows a clear preference for clover hay, followed by pea straw, corn fodder, and timothy hay. Fodder quality greatly affects weight gain. dusty or coarse hay reduces intake and growth. Wether lambs aged nine to ten months will consume about two to three pounds daily of these fodders during fattening.
Instructions describe candied cranberries for desserts, cakes, or decorations. Use large berries with half as much sugar and minimal water. Cook slowly in a coated dish until a bell forms, then finish until tender. Cool on greased plates to dry.
A Pennsylvania inventor presents a winged kettle attachment shown in the accompanying illustration. The hinge at the kettle top replaces a lifting lid, keeping the lid away from the spout during refilling to prevent scalding and reduce spill risk.
Wisconsin Minnesota and Ohio dairy reports reveal funding disputes and efforts to improve methods. Nine men trained for southern dairy work and new storage and starter methods show progress. A Minnesota station notes increased training and aging of dairy products, while Ohio hosts a dairy meeting in Columbus with purebred herd discussions and awards for outstanding cattle.
The article describes salting butter using salt drawn from salt churns and applying it during churning. Salt is sifted onto butter as it forms, with careful rotation of the churn to evenly distribute salt before final removal and working of the butter.
Instructions for washing white or dainty colored silk waists in warm soapy water with care to avoid yellowing. Soak, squeeze not rub, rinse in warm water, then final cold rinse, with optional bluing for pure white and tea for a cream shade to preserve ivory color.
Cashtonira Beara is highlighted as the favored figure in a notable exchange. The item hints at a public interest or community note, naming Beara and referencing a preferred gig feature or instrument. Further context remains unclear from fragmented text.
A Milwaukee Sentinel anecdote recalls Brown County Indiana as the most old fashioned. A jailed thief led officials to appoint a man as his own jailer, who locked himself in each evening. After three months the man demanded payment for duties and cleaning at two dollars daily plus fifty cents for sweeping.
A stockman from Goliad Texas Tom O Connor imported Burmese sacred cattle from India about two years ago and the breed is spreading across southwest Texas. A I Borden of Pierce and Gulf Coast cattlemen studied the herd finding they resist tick disease and fatten early with good flesh quality. Crosses with other breeds are said to yield improved animals in weight and hardiness. City Stir.
A 12 year old German boy and his father were in a Lorraine depot when the boy called his father Pop. The station master objected and the father was fined 60 cents while the boy received a three day jail sentence for being overly familiar. The Brooklyn Citizen notes the remark would have drawn harsher punishment if the boy had called his father governor or old man, as some American boys do.
Samuel Gospers at a National Civic Federation convention in Chicago argued with a banker. He retorted that one can say a good word for almost any state of things and recalled a Syracuse chophouse anecdote about a dirty bill and a waiter’s menu items.
A humorous Harper's Weekly cartoon caption shows Professor Searchem, engrossed in creepy crawlies, remarking that high vegetable prices may indicate rare wormy apples while his wife laments 2 for a bushel and wormy fruit. The spoof hinges on scientific pretension amid household grocery woes.
A New York Press critique notes dealers in antiques push authenticity while many sell reproductions. One Fifth Avenue shop exposes itself by a sign reading Antiques Made or Repaired, revealing the deception. The piece argues some sellers blur lines between real and fake wares, reflecting broader skepticism toward antiquities.
Jacob Springer of West Franklin Maine reports a higher health level after using Dr King’s New Life Pills. He says the pills keep his stomach liver and bowels working right. If the pills disappoint on trial money will be refunded at Wm Kipp’s Sons drug store 2b.
The piece argues against public ownership, claiming it threatens industrial progress driven by private initiative. It contends free enterprise supports prosperity, warns municipal electric plants misstate costs, and urges keeping industry in private hands for better service and pricing.
A city committee appointed by the Columbus mayor uncovers fraud and irregularities across city departments. Vouchers paid for undelivered items, over $4,000 in electric poles ordered but not delivered, books doctored, bids bypassed, and political donations linked to contracts. Two ex-officials sentenced to four years. waterworks and audit shortcomings noted. city losses cited with inflated auditing costs.
The Wheeling gas plant holder is said to leak 15 000 cubic feet per day due to holes. Management plans to add natural gas to the manufactured gas to push it to the top and reduce leakage, claiming cost savings. Critics allege the works have sold coal gas for 75 cents after buying natural gas at 23 cents.
Massillon Ohio voters rejected the waterworks purchase and will seek a new ten year contract. Omaha Nebraska and Bennington Vermont also refused bond approval for Tocagus works. Nashville Tennessee voters shot down a bold 400000 dollar issue to fund a municipal electric plant for commercial lighting.
England local government board bars Newport from borrowing 150000 to enlarge its electric plant until it clears a 14230 working deficit. Town council votes to levy a special tax to cover the need.
The notice outlines special offers for old and new subscribers to subscribe to additional publications for 1902. It states samples cannot be mailed except for this paper and directs requests to the desired paper’s office. Prices show the regular paper price and the combined yearly rate for this paper and the named publication.
Notice to teachers that regular meetings for examination of applicants for teachers certificates will be held in the West School building Greenville Ohio on the first Saturday of each month Pattern examinations scheduled on the third Saturday of April and the second Saturday thereafter Crowell President Browder Clerk Board of Examiners
Green ville Journal offers county residents $1.00 per year, six months 50 cents, out of county $1.15. It boasts two thousand nine hundred twelve columns of reading matter annually and invites readers to subscribe for value.
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