Winter rations affect summer gains in steer tests
USDA tests with 80 Hereford calves show steers gaining little in winter and more on pasture in summer. Early market cattle should winter-fatten more than late sellers. Bulletin 1481-D notes methods, varying rations, and free copies from the Agriculture Department in Washington.
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Castration of Young Pigs Before Weaning
Farmers are urged to castrate piglets within 24 hours of birth. Studies from Ohio and Wisconsin support early castration, noting minimal pain with tiny openings and rapid healing under sanitary conditions. Vaccination should wait until castration wounds are fully healed, so operate when pigs are small and about a month before weaning.
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Wisconsin
Sheep Wool Quality to Boost Profits
To profit from sheep, shear a good fleece with proper wool characteristics. Breed influence matters, but fiber must be long enough to grade in combing, dense, and with yolk. Dry wool lacks strength. belly and leg coverage vary by breed. Uniform fiber length and fineness are essential, while kemps or hairy fibers are undesirable.
Balanced Ration Proved Most Economical for Farms
Farmers with corn surpluses plan to skip concentrates, but experts say corn alone cannot nourish cows, steers, hogs, or chickens. A balanced ration with protein concentrates yields better results and overall economy, so part of the corn should be exchanged for concentrates.
Winter louse and tick control for sheep
In winter, dipping is unsafe for lice and ticks on sheep. Use a mixture of equal parts flowers of sulphur and lard on infested skin to destroy ice. For severe infestations dust with one part powdered pyrethrum to two parts sulphur. Dip when weather permits.
Waxing or varnishing improves linoleum care
United States Department of Agriculture advises that waxing or varnishing enhances appearance and longevity of linoleum. Use wax on inlaid and plain varieties, varnish on printed types, then treat as wood floor. Regular sweeping and careful cleaning with mild suds maintains the surface.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Layer Cake Standard Recipe from USDA Guide
A standard foundation layer cake recipe from the United States Department of Agriculture outlines ingredients for two thick or three thin layers. It covers preparation steps, mixing methods, and making orange or chocolate frostings, with oven heat around 275 degrees Fahrenheit.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States Department of Agrculture
Prune Souffle Made From Thick Pulp Whip
To Make Prune Souffle use a capful of thick prune pulp soak prunes overnight then cook until tender in the same water. Rub pulp and skins through a colander then fold into stiffly beaten egg whites with lemon juice. Bake in a buttered dish set in water for about 50 minutes at 250 to 275 degrees for a fluffy souffle.
Sources of Efficient Protein in Diets
The piece explains why certain proteins are labeled efficient or adequate and lists foods that supply them in a normal diet. It notes plants build proteins from soil and air, animals must obtain amino acids from food, and some proteins lack certain amino acids requiring supplementation with meat milk eggs or fish for complete nutrition.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Eating Fish and Milk Together Not Harmful
The article debunks the belief that fish and milk are harmful when eaten together. It notes fresh or properly preserved fish poses no issue, with examples like chowders and creamed fish on toast. It cites superstitions arising from imprudent handling or overeating at picnics and stresses ordinary food safety.
The Sun Moves Through Space Like Other Stars
The sun and stars travel through space at vast speeds. Astronomers estimate the sun moves about 13 miles per second. Whether the sun has a definite orbit remains unknown as Earth and planets travel with it.
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Earth
Pathander Magazine
Bayer Aspirin Safety Warning Ad
Demand Bayer aspirin only when the word Bayer appears on the package or tablets to ensure genuine product trusted by millions and prescribed for 26 years. The ad warns imitators may be dangerous and instructs buyers to say Bayer when purchasing Aspirin.
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Bayer
Gossip on divorce alimony and a town squabble
The clip reports a Mrs Yohnson claiming a Ram biddy woman receives 20 dollars weekly alimony from her ex husband, sparking a mock protest by Gap Johnson of Rumpus Ridge. The piece notes partisan chatter and a rural setting with mischievous humor across the town.
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Yohnson
Rambiddy
Gap Johnson
Rumpus Ridge
Kanzas City
None but a fool is always right J C Hare
A concise aphorism attributed to J C Hare stating that only fools believe they are never wrong. The quote emphasizes humility and caution in claiming total correctness.
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J. C. Hare
Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin Promises Gentle Constipation Aid
A Monticello physician promotes Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin as a harmless laxative to regulate bowels in infants and children. It targets constipated, bilious, feverish kids and suggests requesting a free sample bottle by writing to Monticello Nicola.
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W.B. Caldwell
Monticello
Caldwell
Nicola
Color of Canned Salmon Varieties Shown by Color After Canning
The color of canned salmon indicates the variety rather than quality. There are several kinds, and these vary in color after canning from bright red to almost white.
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