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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1917
Page
8
County Agriculturist highlights alfalfa trials in Black Hawk county led by Fred Baskins north of Cedar Falls. Four to six tons of lime per acre plus inoculation and manure boost growth on light sandy soil, with early seeding and careful grazing management key to multiple successful fields.
There are millions of acres of acid soil in the United States. Lime sweetens soil and boosts crops. Tests include litmus paper and reacting acids with lime. Lime application improves texture, air, moisture, and soil bacteria, aiding plant growth. Also recounts Black Hawk Reid corn origin story and a local laundry ad.
Alfred R. A. Lee, poultry investigator for the U S Department of Agriculture, issues Circular No 71 on winter egg production. He urges tight houses with ventilation, dry air, and a heavy feeding plan including beet scrap and skim milk to sustain egg output, plus rapid isolation and treatment of sick birds.
A Department of Agriculture weekly letter discusses eliminating bovine and porcine tuberculosis. It proposes three avenues: eradication from purebred herds with supervised disposal, eliminating infection in hogs via education and milk pasteurization, and eradication in restricted areas with indemnity and slaughter of infected stock.
Farmers face 10 to 25 percent higher costs for farm implements in 1917 versus 1916 due to the European conflict. Steel and materials have surged, with nails and building hardware notably more expensive. Woven wire fencing shows shortages as salesmen dwindle. Reports note high butterfat yields from dairy herds, with Pioneer and Benson associations leading in production. Two new associations form in Emmet county, with a January start. An Ames conference will address problems for contesters.
The December cow testing monthly summary highlights Pioneer’s strong performance amid state associations. Officials note improvements in herd data, with Pioneer leading in key testing metrics and contributing to regional benchmarks for dairy cattle evaluation.
A verse by W. B. Vaplon from Colorado Agricultural College extols the industrious hen. It praises the hen's daily labor to support the household and pay dues, highlighting selfless service and the hen's role in family life and community obligations.
Jan 29 report from Iowa City states a Canadian lynx wildcat, shot by high school student Albert Lawler in Ward county, has been brought to the state university. Homer R. Dill of the museum marks it as a rare species. Tracks measure four by seven inches on forefeet, longer on hind feet. partly dressed weight just over 28 pounds.
A 1910s fashion note discusses plain tailored suits returning with spring fusion, contrasting sport clothes demand. New York shops struggle to meet skirts and blazer striped suit demand, while vibrant colors and large pockets appear in jackets and dresses. Jersey fabrics gain popularity with glossy fabrics and rich textures featured.
More than 136 Waterloo Rotarians and visitors from Cedar Rapids Mason City Iowa City Dubuque and Marshalltown joined a banquet at Hotel during Saturday night. Rev Suslin Pidgeon of Winnipeg Canada delivered the principal address on Rotary’s role in city life and national growth. Waterloo Rotarians praised local and national work and a Waterloo Conservatory quartet performed. Delegation headed for Sioux City to attend district conference. Leonardo da Vinci painted allegorical works before reaching majority.
Prof. Knapp, famed in Waterloo for stringed instruments, opens a new music school above Lehman’s Rig Store in Westaldo. He will teach viola cello mandolin mandola banjo ukulele and more with Bernice Manley assisting. The school aims to offer larger scale instruction and special terms for early enrollees.
John McWilliams, 55, was found guilty of second degree murder for killing his cousin John Agbury in a lonely McWilliams farm cabin. McWilliams pleaded self defense claiming Agbury attacked him during a night of drinking while they were batching for corn shucking. His wife and seven children watched the trial.
Anovare old soldier from Marsville named Eddie Murphy, 71, died Friday at the soldiers' home here from bronchial pneumonia. The report notes his service and residence, with emphasis on his lengthy military background and final resting place.
A garbled historical note appears to reference Vicor BhAfer and a Phidetonia Ledger. The readable fragments hint at family or personal items with unclear context and no verifiable events, dates, or places suitable for a dated news summary.
An testimonial from Waterloo, Iowa, touts Vinol as a tonic that restores strength and appetite for those in weak health. The speaker reports relief from chronic cough and fatigue after using Vinol, claiming improved digestion and energy enabling normal daily tasks. Several local distributors and drug stores are listed as sellers.
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