Treatment of Swine Mange in Poultry Sections
Swine mange, a disease caused by a tiny skin parasite, is uncommon in the United States but common in parts of Europe. It causes itching, hair loss, thick scabs, and stunted growth. Treatment favors external preparations that kill the parasite and prevent reinfection, thorough whole-body dipping, scrubbing, and the use of a wine and sulfur dip. Dips require proper vats, warm solution, and clean quarters. sanitation and good nourishment support recovery.
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United States
Rail Fence Philosophy
A short reflective piece argues that stunting children’s thinking harms growth and condemns reviving past mistakes to hurt others. It cites that wisdom hides in unlikely places and notes that even politicians gain fame by broadening ideas learned in everyday settings. It warns against denying pleasure to others, lest no one share joy later.
Cranberries and Grapes and Other Health Advice
A collection of old health tips notes cranberries as astringent for liver sluggishness from overeating and stes as nourishing and constipation prevention. Grape juice acts as a laxative, skin and seeds may constipate. Honey is suggested as cod liver oil substitute. Lemon juice is a gargle for sore throat but should not be swallowed. It also cites North Carolina as home to the largest U S gold mines east of the Black Hills.
Flavor of butter injured by metals
A bulletin from the Dairy Division of the U S Department of Agriculture details how trace amounts of iron and copper in cream and buttermaking equipment accelerate the development of metallic oily and fishy flavors in storage butter. Rusty cans and poorly tinned pasteurizers worsen the effect, prompting emphasis on metal-free handling to preserve quality.
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Dairy Devision
Bureau of Animal Industry
United States Department of Agriculture
Apple Railroad Worm Control Through Orchard Cleanliness
The article outlines how to fight the railroad worm or apple maggot from July to October by preventing infested apples from rotting. It recommends picking up drops every few days or using livestock to clean fallen fruit, explains the life cycle of codling worm and railroad worm, and emphasizes early fruit vulnerability and a schedule: pick up early varieties twice weekly, fall varieties weekly, winter apples every two weeks, continuing cleaning until mid October.
Vegetables Dirt Free Rinse Makes Markets Draw Crowds
Farmers are urged to wash vegetables before selling as clean produce attracts customers and builds trust. A simple rinse removes dirt and improves perceived quality, encouraging purchases at market stalls.
Shade Needed for Hens’ Loafing Yards
Not enough shade in some chicken yards. Hens need a shaded loafing place when they go around with their mouths wide open panting for breath.
Pigeon Breeding Profits and Pitfalls in Keepsake Notes
Pigeons lay two eggs per nesting period, with a seventeen day incubation and a milk feeding stage. Breeding is limited by age, with most pigeons productive only six to seven years, and losses arise from disease, mismanagement, and market factors. Costs include depreciation, equipment wear, and labor, with some farmers earning income from breeding though profits vary widely.
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Cotun
Little Lifts of the Farm
A rural checklist urges organization in barns with tips on storage and drainage. It advises dedicated space for items, proper ground grading, clay packing to prevent water damage, and a 16 foot ladder for rooftop access. It notes cows are nervous and that rough handling disrupts milk yield.
The Shepherd and His Flock Guide for Ram Buying
Advice on choosing a ram rests with a knowledgeable buyer who has none to sell. Emphasizes buying young stock to grow quickly with seeds from ailment janta bran peas beans clovers and alfalfa vetches. Stresses green crop feeding after meadows fail to keep flocks thriving.
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Sone
Notes on Hog Lot Feeding and Market Hog Quality
The note warns swill-fed hogs grow poorly and lack finish. Pigs fed on dry dusty feed and corn alone fail to develop lean, mousey qualities. In stock yards, uniform hogs in weight, conformation, and color command higher prices than mixed lots.
How Much Will the Silo Hold and Feed Cows
An old agricultural note explains silage needs for dairy animals. It details daily consumption, silage weight variations by depth, and silo sizing from ten to sixteen feet in diameter for various herd sizes, plus height guidance for spoilage prevention and a closing farm literature promotion.
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Wilson
New York
Common Toad The Gardener's Friend
A discussion on the value of toads as natural pest controllers on farms and in greenhouses. Toads eat many harmful insects and worms, with cited examples of prey counts. The piece urges protecting toads, providing shallow water pools and garden shelters, noting their daytime hiding habits and nightly forays.
Grub in the Head Threatens Flocks In Summer Heat
The article warns that sheep head grubs during warm seasons cause inflammation and breathing trouble, with weight loss and occasional death. It notes the fly lays eggs near nostrils, larvae travel to nasal passages, then drop to pupal stage. Remedies include rubbing noses with fir and providing fat-coated troughs and shaded sheds to reduce irritation.
Woodchuck remedies and over wintering tomatoes
The piece outlines methods to deter woodchucks in gardens using white muslin strips on peavine supports, carbon bi-sulphide wrapped in cotton around a stone, and a marksman option with a rifle. It also suggests storing cut back tomato plants in dirt or sand to overwinter, claiming earlier fruit next spring, and notes market birds fatten with more feed.
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M. W
Minnesota
Seed Potatoes Should Be Selected Before Digging Time
Advice from M A Coverdell urges choosing seed potatoes while vines bloom to identify vigorous hills. Use small sticks to mark preferred hills so later digs yield sturdy seed. Large or small potatoes from a strong hill may be planted, but avoid seed from puny hills. Fruits and vegetables boost health, save money, and beat store canned goods.
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M. A. Coverdell
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