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Newspaper
The Progressive Farmer
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1896
Page
8
A late agricultural department report tracks U S livestock from 1880 to June 30 of the current year. It shows a long decline in value since 1890 with horses and mules hit hardest, while cattle and milk cows show some gains since 1880. Despite recent falls, signs point to improved prices and a larger market for first class stock.
The piece cites varied anecdotes from the Youths Companion showing horse intelligence and humor. It recounts Ball the sorrel’s gateOpening antics and sheep pranks, plus doctor’s horse John returning home after a prank and Frank the trained horse avoiding dangerous culverts and obeying careful handling. The narratives illustrate horses’ nuanced faculties and bond with humans.
In a letter from Clinton Iowa F W Moseley argues that editorials in Chicago journals disparaging farm dairy butter harm farmers by lowering market values. He urges journals to share constructive methods from herd selection to marketing while acknowledging farmers already improve butter at home and many will continue to do so.
A rider recounts guiding a horse named Frank through a tense moment when a left rein snapped, the animal turned right, and then squealed with joy after the rein was found to be unlatched. The episode is cited as evidence of horses' intelligence and decision making.
Data from Geneva Experiment Station compares Ayrshire Guernsey Holstein Jersey and Short Horn by price for milk per hundredweight milk solids per pound for cheese making and butter fat per pound. Ayrshire most valuable to milkman, Guernsey to cheese or butter, Holstein a stronger butter maker, Jersey best for butter and cheese, Short Horn strongest for cheese profit and milk second. Farm News.
A farmer recalls sealing gaps in a double wall stable to keep cows warm during a severe cold spell. Milk yield fell briefly then rose, proving close stabling with comfortable quarters preserves production. He argues heating stables by economical means, like hot water, is the future.
Professor Zambro of Riverside addresses East Side Horticultural Club on soil evaporation. Experiments show soil saturated with water loses substantial moisture in days. best water content for legumes around 40 percent of saturation. Subirrigation and deep furrows urged to cut surface evaporation. He notes irrigation efficacy, soil texture, and the need for farm bulletins from experiment stations.
At Hawarden Mr Gladstone extolled country advantages over urban living and the wider range of pursuits it offers. He noted relief from smoke and crowding and the beauty of nature, while acknowledging some city residents’ growing fondness for brick and paving. Christian Work commentary.
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