Rats Mobilize War on Rats Across Jefferson Morgan Counties
A county wide anti rat drive in Jefferson and Morgan counties led by Carlyle Carr of the U S Department of Biological Survey killed thousands of rats in three weeks The program funded by Madison city and county totaling 156 dollars distributed 3000 sacks of poison and 600 pounds of Barium Carbonate Publicity posters and sheriff led tail counting and prize awards The Morgan county effort killed about 15000 rats translating to an estimated 30000 dollars in damages saved over three years
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Madison
Jefferson County
Carlyle Carr
U. S. Department of Biological Survey
Commercial Club
Carr
Morgan County
Van Buren Residents Endorse Doan Kidney Pills Testimony
Ed Lawrence of City Paint Shop in Van Buren reiterates four year old and current endorsement for Doan's Kidney Pills to aid kidney disorders. He cites back pain and irregular kidney secretions improved by Dean's pills from Paxton's Drug Store with updated statement in 1922. Foster-Milburn Co. distributed 60% dealer share. Card of thanks expresses gratitude for bereavement support and floral offerings from community members.
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van Buren
Doan
Ed Lawrence
City Paint Shop
N. Flist St
Don’s
Mr. Lawrence
Dean
Paxton
Lawrence
Dean’s
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
Animal Protein Boosts Howard County Egg Records
April egg production in Howard County shows milk added to the ration increasing yields. The top flock averaged 23.6 eggs per hen and another 22.8 with the same mix, while the lowest at 7.1 used only corn and oats. The milk-protein effect raises output by about 15.5 to 16.5 eggs per hen. Purdue University Poultry Department assists statewide demonstrations.
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Howard County
Purdue University Poultry, Department
Fattening Steers Demonstrate Constant Salt Craving
Animals fed large quantities of rich nutritious food show a strong desire for salt. The form of salt is a matter of convenience. It is best to keep salt before the castle at all times, though some cure excellent results with salt only once or twice a week.
Whitewash mixtures aid cleaning dairy barns
Purdue dairymen provide recipes for Government and ordinary whitewash. Government whitewash uses lime, salt, ground rice, Spanish whiting, glue and hot water, left to stand for days. Ordinary whitewash combines quick lime and water and is applied hot or with a spray pump.
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Purdue
Feeding Young Turkeys A Practical Rearing Guide
Feeding poults mirrors chick care. Start with stale bread soaked in milk, plus finely chopped hard boiled eggs and dandelions, served every two hours. Introduce ground grain mix of wheat oats barley, then shift to corn meal mash with milk and small meat piece by two weeks. Provide grit and charcoal. offer frequent meals if confined, or morning and evening if free-range.
Kindness and proper care boost profitable dairy farming
The article stresses kindness as key to profitable dairying. Stirring milk and cream reduces garlic and onion flavor. Cows avoid wild onions and ragweeds when fed ample alternatives, and overworking butter harms quality. Rich cream resists souring and requires less handling, while good care and ample water, air, and feed keep cows productive.
Moss Removal Tips for Fruit Trees
The article outlines moss control methods for fruit trees using strong Bordeaux solution and the old salt lime sulfur mix. It also endorses common lye as an effective additive or standalone treatment, recommending about one pound of lye per six to seven gallons of spray for easy moss removal and a bright bark appearance.
Cold in the Head and Catarrh Medicine Ad
An old advertisement describes nasal catarrh as a frequent buildup with an “acute attack of nasal distress.” It promotes a treatment lineup including an ointment, tonic, and remedy marketed by Jones and Co. of Toledo claiming relief for over 40 years.
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Conditio
Poultry Breeding Hints For Healthier Flocks
Guidelines on duck bathing water, ample pasturage, and nest care to improve fertility. Warns against weak chicks from temperature stress and shell failure. Advises roosting routines, natural roaming for turkeys, and careful feeding. Notes a 29-flock winter average of one egg per week per hen and cautions against overmedication.
Free Choice Mash System Boosts Egg Production in Hens
A US Department of Agriculture study at Beltsville Maryland finds hens produce more eggs when allowed to self select mash ingredients. The optimal mash for Leghorns combines 66 parts cornmeal 26 meat scrap 4 bran and 4 wheat middlings. General purpose breeds respond to a softer mash with more bran and ground oats and less meat scrap.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Beltsville
Charles Knight Dies at 48 in Warren Area
Charles L. Knight aged 48 died at his home northwest of Warren on Saturday morning. He leaves a widow and eight children Don Dale Clifford Irene Carl Marjorie and Boris. He was a son of the late William Knight of Landers. Funeral services were at the Warren Christian Church at 2 30 Tuesday afternoon conducted by Rev. H G Rowe with burial in Van Buren cemetery.
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Charles L. Knight
Warren
Don
Dale Clifford
Irene
Carl
Marjorie
Boris
Wm Knight
Landers
Warren Christian Church
H G. Rowe
van Buren
Ripley County Willow Growers Plan Vehicle Sale
Basket willow growers of Ripley County organize to sell willows and expect nearly ten carloads, county agent reports.
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Ripley County
Edison Phonograph Records Sold at 35 Cents
Edison Amberol records reduced to 35 cents each by H A Davis & Co. The notice advertises discounted phonograph records in a local business stretch, highlighting the price cut and supplier name.
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Edison Amberol
H.A. Davis &Co
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Jefferson
Morgan Counties
E. L. Pierson
Son Forrest
J. J. Shuff
Charles Poling
Charles Knight
Tyr Fann
Fraizer & DePoy
van Buren, Ind
Walensd
Limberneck
van Buren Produce Co
Telephone
Borderland Coal
Binder Twine
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