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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1915
Page
5
The United States Department of Agriculture presents guidance for cattle raisers planning large herds. It explains that beef breeds are developed to maximize beef yield and quality, while dairy production is kept minimal. Farmers should choose beef breeds to obtain the highest overall meat output.
The Shorthorn is touted as the farmer's cow due to its gentle disposition adaptability and high milking quality especially when grasses abound. Champion Shorthorn Ringmaster owned by Smith and White of St Louis Minn is highlighted for beef production with a thick loin and full hindquarter. Bulls weigh 1800 to 2000 pounds and cows 1200 to 1600 pounds under favorable conditions. Color variants include red red and white pure white or roan with roan being a distinctive hallmark.
The article explains two Polled Durham forms arising from Shorthorn stock: single standard by crossing mulley cows with Shorthorn bulls and selecting polled offspring, and double standard by breeding natural mulleys or horn scars Shorthorn cows to Shorthorn bulls. Both are hornless variants, with double standards registrable in either herd book. Some breeders enhance dual purpose traits more than standard Shorthorns.
Herefords prove hardy in sparse pastures with distant water, outperforming Shorthorns under adverse conditions. Fairfax XVII, champion at the 1912 International Live Stock Show, owned by J. P. Cudahy of Belton Missouri, notes Herefords thrive in heat and large plantations where beef production is primary.
A new Polled Hereford breed has been developed by selecting breeding stock with polled characteristics. The new variety differs from standard Herefords in no other way, preserving the desirable traits while eliminating horns. This advance reflects ongoing efforts to improve cattle domestically and enhance stock quality.
The article reviews Aberdeen Angus, Shorthorn, Hereford, and Galloway cattle, noting Angus popularity in the corn belt, heat tolerance, and vigor. Galloway’s cold tolerance and limited popularity. describes breed traits, polled status, coat color, size, and the value of studying USDA bulletin 612 for detailed descriptions before choosing a breed.
A Virginia farmer argues sheep are a low-cost, high-return addition for small farms. Sheep efficiently utilize brambles and green forage, require modest feed, and provide wool, manure, mutton, lambs, and pelts. Housing them at night concentrates manure, boosting farm fertility.
In Farm and Fireside style guidance the article explains corn fed sows fatten pigs before farrowing, but young piglets need bone and vigor until eyes open. It emphasizes alfalfa hay bran roots and protein feeds as prep for sow comfort and successful farrowing, warning corn fed sows are at higher risk during delivery.
A historical instruction describes using a dip solution made from two parts of dip to a hundred parts water. Apply the solution to the body of the scurvy hog at a moderately warm temperature and repeat approximately every week.
The article argues rural churches must embrace social duties alongside spiritual work. It urges creating a social center to entertain and educate youth, offering clubs, picnics, dances, and games as substitutes for secular recreation. It stresses play fosters social bonds, character, and a refined rural society.
The Farmers' Union argues for a unified, practical plan focused on warehouses credits and acreage rather than politics. It criticizes last legislature relief measures and opposes forced acreage pledges and banker pressure, warning against self appointed agrarian bureaucrats. Peter Radford to lead National Union publicity efforts.
Twelve room frame house with good barn and outbuildings. Lot graded with brickbat surfacing, complete and convenient sewerage. Large land area of 138,300 feet. Price 3500 dollars with easy terms.
Railroad time table snippet shows Cotton Belt schedules with Eastbound No 204 at 11:00 am and No 30 motor car at 4:50 pm, Westbound No 29 motor car at 9:50 am and No 203 at 5:50 pm.
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