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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1909
Page
2
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A guide advising simple tail and ear marks to identify poultry and prevent theft. It warns against scenic alterations and argues for a discreet permanent mark using a web punch. The piece cites cases of stolen birds and disputed ownership, emphasizing practical branding to aid ownership proof and reduce neighborly lawsuits.
A guide on leg bands for poultry using aluminum copper or celluloid bands in six sizes from turkeys to chicks. It explains removal of weak birds to prevent toe injury, stamping with hatch date pen number owner name and careful fit to allow growth before shows.
A regional survey discusses chick cannibalism caused by housing design and feeding. The piece notes hazards from floors, edges, and rough feeds, links meat scraps to aggression, and critiques incubator brooder ideas. It mentions cage sorting, rooster protection, and warns against musty feed and false testimonials.
Washington dispatch details Republican and Democratic reactions to Taft's proposal for a 2 percent tax on corporate net earnings, with debates on revenue estimates and fairness. It notes Hughes of Colorado as a standout first-term senator and covers oyster propagation study plans and a proposed Aryan cult charter led by J Floyd King.
A rustic admonition blends practical farming tips with household guidance urging careful breeding records and orderly plan for next year’s poultry matches. The quirky lines discourage salt mishaps and shifting blame while stressing pedigree preservation and disciplined care.
A humorous verse retells Maud Muller burning eggs with a Standard oil can while Judge Brown bursts in to save her. The tale turns playful as Maud’s auburn hair and romantic spark lead to a lighthearted vow to change her name.
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