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Newspaper
The Progressive Farmer
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1895
Page
8
The article argues to keep heifer calves from good cows to improve herds and suggests buying calves when promising ones aren’t available. It notes trait transmission from dam to calf and emphasizes early care. It also contests fat-in-milk claims, asserting feeding fat does not increase milk volume and mocks opposing views.
The piece argues quantity does not determine a cow’s value. A big cow yielding 50 pounds daily may be less profitable than a smaller one producing 20 pounds after testing. The Babcock test reveals true profit, showing that milk volume alone is not the key. only the teat and overall efficiency matter.
Correspondence from The Progressive Farmer explains best practices for crimson and German clover in Atlantic States. It covers ideal sowing times August to September, methods for planting with or without existing crops, shallow versus deep coverage, harrowing and leveling steps, and notes crimson clover as a rich nitrogen feeder.
B Irpy of Raleigh NC argues crimson clover, fed with acid phosphate and kaiit, renovates soil and reduces fertilizer costs. Apply 400 800 pounds of the two elements before harrowing, harvest as hay when bloom starts, or defer for seed. Clover improves soil nitrogen, potash, and phosphorus, aiding subsequent crops and reducing leaching.
A minority Grand Jury report from Calhoun County Alabama accuses the majority of refusing to investigate alleged election fraud, claiming Democrats controlled the panel. It asserts seventy five witnesses were blocked and that Democrats committed fraud, illustrating one view of political power in the Deep South.
Practical notes on horse care from hoof cleanliness to feeding, rolling, and harness comfort. Emphasizes daily hoof checks, washing feet, pasture time for work horses, and keeping mangers clean. Warns against docking tails and advises rolling for coat health and easier grooming. Mentions Tim from Farm Journal and a family obituary-like blessing at the end.
A Connecticut man asserts that 96,000 people in the United States are crazy and 6 590 are under supervision while thousands favor England dictating U S financial policy and remain unsupervised. He argues they should all be in lunatic asylums.
In Norse North Carolina Capt. John Ritter and wife hosted a July Fourth reunion near their home in Moore County. Sixty-six descendants were present from fourteen children and their spouses, totaling 151 descendants with 134 living. About 500 attendees joined religious services and a dinner that fed 120 at a time, with four full courses. The 78-year-old Captain remains active, cutting wheat.
Eye care advice covers resting eyes after blur, avoiding dark sewing light, and lighting from behind or left. Hot water for inflamed eyes and hot fomentations provide relief. Deep circles cite possible causes like sleep loss or circulation with remedies including massage to improve local circulation.
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