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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1911
Page
6
A discussion on how to manage volunteer grain in dry regions through a four year rotation: summer fallow, grain, cultivated crop, grain. It argues corn as the key forage crop and notes alfalfa as beneficial, with attention to moisture, cultivation, and the impact of volunteer wheat on yields.
The article discusses expected returns from sheep farming on average farms. It notes a 100 percent annual increase as a rough government estimate, cites Wyoming's 80 percent rise last year, and outlines three income sources: increase in value, wool clip, and eventual mutton from older ewes.
An exchange writer advises plowing up part of pasture in August, pulverizing, and sowing winter rye along with various grasses and clovers for a permanent pasture. The rye provides feed and protects young grass until grazing, with a note on adding 200 pounds of phosphate for beneficial results.
A reader describes daily cleaning of poultry dropping boards with coal ash to produce manure for garden use. The method aims to keep manure fresh for winter, with plans to spread it on own garden and neighbor’s plots as a preferred fertilizer.
H L Moody of Spokane cites long-term gains in farming, ranching, and horticulture due to improved plowing and constant cultivation. He notes a shift from trader and trapper dominance to scientifically minded farmers, with Inland Empire output rising from minimal early settlements to over 100 million dollars in 1908 in wheat, apples, dairy, livestock, and other farm products.
The Navajo Indians shear on demand for weaving wool, with no fixed seasons for lambing. Bucks avoid field labor while the squaw work force tends flocks, shears, cards, spins, and weaves. Government rules require chiefs to approve sanitary measures.
Barnyard manure ripens soil, retains moisture and releases soluble nitrogen steadily. Tobacco plants rely on regular development, so manure cannot be fully replaced by richer but slower acting fertilizer such as peat.
Humus increases water holding capacity and supports 23 800 worms per acre on cultivated land. Celery needs deep rich loam and manure. Midwinter is best to lay humus in implements. New farm tools must prove merit. Cement fence posts gain favor for durability. Scattering grain prompts chickens to scratch and eat more insects. Draining swamps enriches land for birch production. Proper hay caps prevent wind damage to stacks. German tests show deep stall manure outperforms heap manure.
A man woos a maid with calm assurance and later reveals selfless bravery in a wreck. The maid, torn by loyalty to an incompetent mother and sister, discovers they are married after the dramatic rescue and a fire aftermath. The story centers on love, duty, and a life changed by crisis.
The ink plant yields red juice that oxidizes to black, making a permanent stain on paper without preparation. It was used for early documents in Spanish South America.
An advertisement claims a free $3.50 recipe cures weak kidneys and bladder pain within days. It invites readers to write to Dr. A B Robinson in Detroit for a mailed copy, asserting pure remedies and home cure with no cost.
An Illinois worker learns a sixth child arrived and is credited with originality after neighbors nickname the infant Sufficient. A New York family welcomed ten daughters and a baby named Marron derived from the slang chestnut, via the French word for nut.
In New York Mrs C H P Belmont, a prominent suffrage figure, says women already govern. An editor about to marry jokes that Miss Cash prompted the proposal, noting editors are observant and frank about the truth.
Benny reflects on benevolence and the reward it brings. His mother finds a gold headed cane worth 26 dollars among old clothes, forgotten by grandpa 18 years ago, inspiring grateful acts for the poor.
In a humorous exchange Mr Meekton recalls courting customs. He recalls sending flowers before marriage and notes his wife now requires a diamond necklace to match the affection she once showed for a two dollar bouquet.
They say he has a swelled head. I must admit that he seems to appreciate himself very much.
A Washington woman credits Postum with restoring her health after years of nervous spells, saying coffee worsened her condition. She stopped coffee, began drinking Postum, and quickly regained energy to care for two babies and manage her household, attributing her improved mood and vitality to Postum.
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