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Newspaper
The Weekly Times Record
Location
Valley City, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1921
Page
7
The U S Department of Agriculture reports on dairy production costs and profitability from Vermont studies. Data cover groups of two hundred eighty cows with averages around 4166 pounds annual milk, with higher producers around 7 4 hundred pounds per year, noting owner managerial impact on profits.
A study compares two groups of dairy farms on feed costs labor and other expenses to show how profit percentage hinges on cows kept. Data from 247 cows over two years measured milk output and inputs to calculate the resources needed to produce 100 pounds of milk, revealing how higher feeding sometimes yields greater profit for some cows despite higher costs.
Article explains cows require about 150 pounds of water daily in hot weather and about 100 pounds in cold conditions. It notes drinking behavior changes with water temperature and that cows may eat more to generate warmth.
The article describes a practical garage door fastener, shown in a drawing by S. Standiford, designed to prevent warping of double doors exposed to weather. It details a pivoting lever, U shaped brackets, guide bars and rivets to allow top and bottom plungers to engage doors securely, with weatherproofing features and a storm proof joint.
A technical note from West Side Y M O A in New York urges monthly to bi monthly inspection of brake rods and linkage. It stresses cleaning, lubrication, opening all parts for wear checks and replacing worn small parts to prevent accidents and uneven tire wear.
Fragmentary notes describe a mechanical issue where a crankbackfire affects a hook mechanism. The text suggests a misfiring engine or backfire interfering with the hook, but details are unclear and the piece reads as a stray, rough OCR fragment.
The report notes a backfire risk when cranking an engine with a forearm contact. It describes a tweak to avoid interference with spinning and the crank catching, potentially preventing full revolutions.
In lapping pistons many substances used include emery dust ground glass and rotten stone. Rotten stone yields best result though glass particles can embed in metal. Racing drivers used stone mixed with cylinder oil to form a paste, applying reciprocal and oscillating motion to the piston.
The article from the USDA states most calf illnesses stem from improper feeding or insanitary conditions or both. Keep calves warm, dry, and well bedded, provide exercise, sunshine, clean air, abundant fresh water, and a variety of feeds to prevent disease. Observe calves constantly and act quickly if feverish or sluggish. If serious, consult a veterinarian promptly.
American Loan & Investment Company forecloses the 1919 mortgage held by Lars O. Stenseth on the south half of section 2, township 142, range 57 west, Barnes County North Dakota. Sale at the courthouse front entrance in Valley City at 10:00 a.m. on July 9, 1921. Amount due includes 1665.47 plus foreclosure costs. Attorney: John O. Hanchett. First pub June 2, last pub July 7.
Mortgagee The Security National Bank of Valley City North Dakota will foreclose by public sale on July 2 1921 at 10 oclock a m at the front door of the County Courthouse Valley City Barnes County North Dakota to satisfy the mortgage dated November 25 1919 and recorded October 13 1920 Book 74 Page 481 on Lots 7 and 8 in Block 2 Root Add to Valley City for 2897 27 109 dollars plus costs. The mortgage to Charles Maier and Minnie Maier. Attorney for Mortgagee Valley City North Dakota. May 25 1921. (1st Pub May 26 last pub June 30)
Prepared by the United States Department stresses thorough washing steaming and drying to create sterile milk containers. It warns against any non sterile method and notes bottle cleanliness varies from many sources. Returning bottles to a city plant requires strict sterilization to protect pasteurized milk.
The article discusses barn design prioritizing cow comfort, arguing that ample space cleanliness sun and fresh air are essential. It favors a southward wing with two rows of stalls and windows on both sides enabling the standard six square feet of glass per cow.
Dr F L Wicks offers eye glasses fitting and optician services from Wicks Block. Phone 493.
Farmers should keep cows out of mud to ensure clean wholesome milk and cream. Improving barn conditions through drainage and grading can greatly enhance sanitation.
Cold weather should not reduce milk quality. Producers must maintain summer precautions to ensure first grade dairy products reach consumers safely and consistently.
Samuel J. Clark and Emma Clark mortgaged property in Barnes County North Dakota to American Loan and Investment Company. The security was assigned to Security National Bank of Valley City and will be foreclosed by sale at the courthouse front door in Valley City on July 2 1921. The property is the East Half of Section 11 Township 143 North Range 56 West. Due at sale is $808 plus foreclosure costs. Assignee of Mortgagee John F. Hanchett Valley City North Dakota May 25 1981. First publication May 26 last publication June 30.
John Clark and Cora Clark mortgagors pledge land in the West Half Section 11 Township 143 North Range 56 West Barnes County North Dakota to American Loan and Investment Company. The Security National Bank of Valley City holds an assignment. Foreclosure sale set for July 2, 1921 at 10 a m at the courthouse front door.
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