Masonry Advised to Avoid Sacrificing Duty for Brethren
The Toronto Freemason notes that Masonry demands no sacrifice of business or family duties. It warns against overzealous brethren neglecting work or bankrupting themselves to fulfill perceived duties. It cites district chapters, temple projects, and long-serving officials alongside a Michigan Masonic home, highlighting ages and welfare of residents.
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New Grand Master Chosen for Kansas Odd Fellows
A. W. Hershberger of Greensburg was elected grand master of Kansas Odd Fellows for a one year term starting in October. He has served as deputy grand master the past year as Kansas reports rapid growth with over 1,500 new members in the first half of 1906, lifting state membership to 35,000.
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Pennsylvania
Odd Fellowship
North Dakota
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Fraternal Orders’ Membership and Changes Noted
The Artisans' Order of Mutual Protection dates to 1873, marking 33 years in business in this country. Woodmen of the World has withdrawn from the national fraternal congress and joined the Associated Fraternities. The Ladies of the Knights of the Maccabees report 143,014 members as of April 30.
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National
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Milk Chickens A Niche Yet Untapped In Poultry Trade
The practice of raising milk chickens offers rapid profit though limited in the country. Originating in Belgium and France, these small birds are sold at six weeks for about 40 cents. They are fattened on soft foods with sweet milk and packed in boxes for private trade as a delicate, nourishing confection for invalids.
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Western Poultry Journal
Belgium
France
American Barred Plymouth Rock Breeders Highlight Showwin
Florida breeder Sewell notes a cock with character and first prize at New York, praised by an English judge for potential in English shows. The piece argues British fanciers want American Barred Plymouth Rocks and applaud their practical form and progressive markings.
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FL. Sewell
Reliable Poultry Journal
New York
America
Plymouth Rocks
Ameri
Hawksbury poultry contest yields high egg totals for nine months
In the ninth month report from Hawksbury college Australia Single Comb White Leghorns lead with 1,121 eggs across six hens averaging 187 per hen. Imperial and Black Langshaus follow, with other breeds such as Black Orpingtons Silver Dottes and Rose Comb White Leghorns also listed by egg counts and per hen averages. The Rockdale period shows Black Orpingtons 1,154 averaging 192 eggs per hen, with several Leghorn varieties and Black Minor cas close behind.
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Hawksbury College
Australia
Rockdale
Farm Poultry Notes On Egg Shell Defects And Hens
Farm Poultry discusses soft shells and egg formation. The article suggests the egg organs may be deranged and notes some hens stop laying, with a cautionary anecdote about a hen killed for examination showing incipient eggs, fat and abnormal excitement.
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Poultry News
Geese Egg Laying Ranges by Age
Young geese lay eight to twenty four eggs in their first season while older geese produce thirty to forty eggs. Young geese rarely broodiness in the first season.
A Practical Guide to Incubators and Brood Care
A good incubator is acceptable with proper management while a poor one fails regardless of effort. Avoid cheap setups as they may cost more in price. Do not overcrowd chicks and ensure brood coops have ample ventilation to prevent disease. Corn can aid egg production but requires cautious feeding in heat. If hens slow lay, try feeding them and expect surprising results.
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Winchester
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