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The Progressive Farmer in Raleigh, North Carolina

13 Apr 1897

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The Progressive Farmer

Location

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1897

Page

8

Holstein Friesian Assn meets at Buffalo in 1897

Twelfth annual meeting of the Holstein-Friesian Association of America held in Buffalo on March 17, 1897. President Payne opened the session noting 514 members, with 167 breeders represented by proxy. Reports praised dairy dominance of Holstein cows, noted registrations and finances, amended by laws on registry fees, and outlined future prizes and fairs. Officers elected included Powell as president and Houghton as secretary.

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Agricultural Press Holstein-Friesian Association of America Buffalo OC. R. Payne Hamilton N. Y Joseph Haviland Giens Falls James A. Graham Paterson N. J W. A. Ward Elmira W. A Matteson Usica W. K Taber East Aurora S. Hoxie Yorkville W. S. Carpenter Menominee Mich B. F. Wright North Ridge R. Divine Loch Sheldrake William Road Binghamton W. M. Benninger Walnutport M. R. Seeley Farmington Ralph Stevens W. W. Stevens Henry Stevens Lacona Chaffee Springville Burchard B. B. Lord Sinclairville A. A Cortelyou F. L. Houghton Battleboro Frank W. Allis Madison Wis M. E . Biddle Irvine James Barry Lisbon Ill H. B. Cannon Denver Col J. F. Conaway Fairmount West Va H.S. Day Willis, Mich L W. Dimick Jr Rifton Glen M. D Eehleman Fresno Cal Charles Hebard Chestnut Hill F. P. Knowles Worcester Mass T. Knox Altoona Harris Lewis Norwich N.Y C. F. Lloyd Butte Mont G. M. Lyon Spring Hill A. N McGeoch Milwaukee George W. Manlove Cleveland John H Mead Weat Rutland E B. Michell Harrisburg Car Muth Sheboygan H. B. Nottingham Syracuse M E Penrose H. Powell Ramedell Salisbury Mills Chas K. Record Pesterboro Silas Shock Youngstown Ohio J. Franklin Steele Shushen C. P. Stevens Low Lake J. Reed Whipple New Bostor W. R. Smith Advanced Registry N. C Wisconsin Board of Regents California Nebraska Pennsylvania Michigan New England Bay State New York Iowa Illinois Wisconsin Toronto Canada West Virginia Ontario W. G. Powell Shadeland W. R Smith Brattleboro Rosendale D. H. Burrell Little Falls W. J. Hayes Ravenna C. OC
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Mill Creek Farmers Alliance backs Hillsboro shoe factory loan

Resolution adopted by the Mill Creek Farmers Alliance and Industrial Union No 742 recommends that the Hillsboro shoe factory be allowed to borrow from the State Agency fund to start operations and be allowed to use the funds for two years if needed. The measure was ordered published in the Progressive Farmer and a copy sent to the county meeting.

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Mill Creek Farmers Alliance and Industrial Union No Alliance Hillsboro Progressive Farmer County Meet
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The Experiment Farm Lambs Lead Growth Since Inauguration Day

The article notes administration lambs born on March 4 at the Experiment Farm outpaced others in growth by April 1, despite mixed breeds and no special care. The largest lambs began with the initial weight and gained steadily through the weeks of the new administration, while the first imported breed lagged behind.

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Delano Washington County
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Sheep Bill Backed Despite Dog Attacks in Legislature

Comment notes the shift in support for the sheep interest despite dogs breaking into flocks and attempts to exterminate livestock while a dog-sheep bill remained under consideration before adjournment.

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Secretary Wilsons beef export order 1897 proclaimed

The text cites Secretary Wilson's measures to safeguard American meat exports to Europe. From March 15, 1897, beef sent to European ports must carry an inspector certificate proving cattle were disease free and meat wholesome. The order aims for universal enforcement to build export trade.

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Wilson
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Dairy report shows Holstein herd yields and profit at farm

At a Canadian Farmers Institute report, C D Tilson described a Holstein herd yielding large milk totals. One cow produced 15000 pounds of milk, while averages for 10, 40, and 55 cows reached 11600, 9000, and 8000 pounds respectively. Daily cost 14 cents per cow and net herd profit about $5995, with manure value boosting farm fertility and future productivity.

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Farmers’ Institute Canada C. D. Tilson
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Southern Inter-State Insurance Conference Planned

A conference to be held April 28 in Southern Pines North Carolina will gather delegates named by Southern governors boards of trade mayors and editors. The aim is to spotlight the outflow of insurance premiums from the South arguing funds should stay local and support Southern insurers. The event is promoted by civic leaders with the South’s best interests at heart.

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Southern Pines North Carolina Board of Trade and Chambers of Commerce South
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Southern Insurance Speech Promotes Home Companies

In North Carolina the speaker urged sending two million dollars to foreign insurers and receiving only one million in return. He vowed to work until most money stays with home firms, claiming the South can save funds by patronizing Southern insurers and finance Southern enterprises with surplus loans.

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North Carolina
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Portsmouth veteran leaders noted in military office listing

A brief historical notice from PORTSMOUTH VA lists high ranking officials including vice president and general superintendent positions. The document references T.J Anderson and E.S McKee among names in the General Office and General Pass sgt roles.

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John H.W. B.glove T.J Andeh Gen’ Pass Sgt General Office Portsmouth
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