Aransas Pass Progress (Aransas Pass, Tex.), Vol. 5, No. 50, Ed. 1 Friday, March 20, 1914 Page: 5 of 8
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FARM AND FIELD
/ THINGS WORTH KNOWING BY THE FARMER,
4H 1/ TRUCK GROWER AND POULTRYMAN
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ALFALFA.
What makes the landscape look so fair;
What blossoms bright perfume the air;
What plant repays the farmer’s toil.
And will enrich the worn out soil?
Alfalfa!
What is the crop that always pays,
And will mature in forty days;
Resisting drouth, the frost and heat;
Whose roots reach down 100 feet?
Alfalfa!
What grows in loam, clay and sand;
What lifts the mortgage off the land;
What crop is cut six times a year,
And no foul weeds in it appear?
Alfalfa!
What makes the swine so healthy feel,
And ne<rer raise a hungry squeal;
The wholesome food that never fails
To to put three curls in their tails?
Alfalfa!
What makes all other stock look nice,
And bring the highest market price;
What fills the milk pails, feeds the calf,
And makes the old cow almost laugh?
Alfalfa!
-—Exchange.
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“Because it will pay” is the
first reason given by John A.
Spoor, chairman of the board of
directors of the Union Stock
Yard and Transit Company of
Chicago, why corn belt farmers
key prhibited the export of an
angora goat for breeding pur-
poses, and immediately thereaf-
ter South America did the same,
the idea being to make the rais-
ing of mohair a monopoly in theinf
two countries. They were too
late, however, as was the case
with South Africa in prohibiting
the export of ostriches. Both in-
dustries hare gotten a foothold
in this country and the angora
goat as early as 1906 was recog-
nized as an economic factor. In
fact, in that year the sweepstake
buck at the Kansas City stock
yards sold for $1,600. This was
considered an immense price at
this time, but since then the
price for breeding animals has
greatly increased.
There is imported into this
country each year three mill-
ion pounds of mohair wool. The
native clip is about five million
pounds. The quantity of the na-
tive wool is said to be equal to
the imported, although as a
rule it brings a slightly lower
price. The price for domestic mo
hair runs from forty-two to fif-
ty-five cents a pound. Usually
should raise more live stock. He the domestic wool is mixed with
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backs up his statement with the
following:
“From now forward it will be
more profitable than heretofore
to raise cattle, hogs, sheep and
horses on corn belt farms, for
the reason that all conditions
have changed and are changing
to favor the grower.
“Range competition has al-
most ceased. Average prices
for live stock are the highest on
record. Pure-breds are selling
at relatively low figures, but
feeders are high.
Accrding to Mr. Spoor there
are eleven more reasons why
corn belt farmers should stick
to the steer: Because the coun-
try needs more meat; because
the soil needs more fertility; be-
cause the raising and feeding
of live stock on farms enhances
soil fertility, which is the foun-
dation of agricultural prosperity,
which, in turn is the basis of gen-
eral prosperity, because neither
corn prices nor land values can
be maintained without raising
and feeding of live stock on the
farms; because live stock util-
izes farm waste and turns it into
money, because live stock con-
denses values on the farm, can
walk to market or shipping point,
can be transported and market-
ed at less expense, and realizes
greater net returns than any
other farm product; because the
market demands younger ani-
mals for slaughter; because pure-
bred stock is now selling at rela-
tively low prices, and those who
stock" up first and stay in the
longest reap the greatest reward
in improved herd and more prof-
itable returns; because associa-
tion with domestic animals on
the farm is essential to the right
development of the character
and practical knowledge and abil-
ity of children; because the pres-
ence of live stock inspires a love
for the farm and tends to pre-
vent desertion of - the farm for
the city; because it is every
farmers’ sacred duty to leave his
farm in at least as good condi-
tion as when he found it.
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Angora goat raising has devel-
oped into an immense and im-
portant industry in this country,
according to a bulletin on the
subject just issued by the de-
partment of agriculture. A few
ye^rs ago it was questioned
whether the, goat was going to
be a success here, though as
early as 1906 there were consid-
erable herds through New Eng-
land and the west and some of
the animals sold for good prices
Almost twenty years ago Twr-
the imported for spinning pur-
poses.
One of the chief uses of goat
flocks in the northwest and the
southwest is in keeping down un-
derbrush. At this they are very
adapt, and it is said that they
work and pay for their board at
the same time. In some of the
national forests flocks of the
goats are kept to eat the un-
derbrush along the spaces that
have been cleared for fire lines,
and one of the big interurban
street car lines in the west has
a big flock of goats it has bought
to keep its right of way browsed
clear.
One advantage in raising goats
as a business now is that there
are many more uses for mohair
than formerly was the case. The
price is steadier and there is a
market for all that can be raised.
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The farmer, the village poultry
keeper and the fancier long ago
knew the fact that today the
managers of laying contests are
telling us that the smaller the
flock of hens the greater the per-
cent of eggs laid per hen over
the same hens if kept all togeth-
er in one great flock.
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Associations ‘ of farmers and
town business men are being
formed in the counties of Con-
necticut. The realization on the
part of the farmer that he is and
must be a business man will do
much toward the solution of mar-
keting problems requiring co-op-
eration.
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Cover the eggs you /ire saving
for brooding purposes.. The cov-
ering, which should be of thick
cloth, will r etard evaporation
from the eggs. Eggs too much
exposed to air dry out rapidly,
and an egg dried out means a
poor hatching egg.
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New ideas on agriculture have1
done a great deal for the inter-
ested and industrious farmer, but
they have not succeeded in re-
pairing the fence or keeping the
weeds out of the garden of the
farmer who complains that noth-
ing he does ever pays.
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Lice are the greatest foes
lurking about to shut off the life
of the chicks. Just plain grease
of any kind fixes them. Look on
the head and under the throat
for the big lice, under the wings
for the other kinds.
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The farm flower garden should
not be left entirely to the wo-
men of the home. While the av-
erage woman can plan a more
attractive spot than can the av-
erage man, the man’s interest as
well as his \york will add to her
pleasure and to his, too.
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The subject of disease in poul-
try catches the ear and eye of
the average poultryman before
almost any one other subject
connected" with the business. The
poultryman is anxious to know
just what symptoms certain dis-
eases show m the flock and how
to get rid of the disease.
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If You Eat Something* ^t*S<Zwayy?to^h!
it's a slow process and makes you feel bad. Get rid of it quickly by
taking a pinch or two of
SIMMONS
RED Z .
LIVER REGULATOR
(THE POWDER FORM)
It drives out impurities and badly digested food in the stomach and bowels;
stimulates the torpid liver and restores regular bowel movements. It is a fine
tonic and system purifier that puts the vital organs in sound, healthy condition.
Sold by Dealers. Price, Large Package, $1.00.
Ask for-che genuine with the Red Z on the label. If you cannot get it. remit to us, we
it by mail postpaid. Simmons Liver Regulator is put up also in liifuid form for those w
it. Price 81.00 per bottle. Look for the Red Z label.
J. H. ZEULIN & CO., Proprietors, St. Louis, Missouri
Lodg<
MASONS—First and third Fri-
days in each month—7:30 p. m.
. < Sold by Aransas Pass Drug Co.
Official United States Coast and Geodetic
Survey Map of Aransas Pass and Port Ar-
ansas sent free with every renewal of sub-
scription to THE PROGRESS
BANK CLEARINGS.
Bank clearings in more than
100 cities in the United States,
in the week ending April 30, as
reported by Bradstreet’s, were
$3,235,000,000, showing an in-
crease of 4.3 per cent over the
corresponding week a year ago.
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Beautiful College Pennants
Yale and Harvard, each 9 in.
x24 in., Michigan, Princeton,
Cornell, Michigan Each 7 in. x
21 in.
All best quality felt with felt
heading, streamers, lettres and
mascot executed in proper col-
ors. This splendid assortment
sent-postpaid for 50 cents and
5 stamps to pay postage. Send
now.
HOWARD SPECIALTY COMPANY
Dayton, Ohio.
I Aransas Pass,i
TEXAS
Where Great Developments are
Under Way. Where the Great
City of the Gulf Will be Built.
Buy property now and reap the ad-
vances—certain to follow. We have
some bargains in farm lands, truck
farms, close in acreage and city prop-
erty and lots. Write for prices,
maps, literature and information if
you own property here and for any
reason care to sell. List it with us—
we can sell it for you. Our demand
is greater than our supply. We
charge a straight commission of 5
per cent. Ask us—we know— 1 8
years in Aransas Pass.
Steagall 8 Carp
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EASTERN STAR—First and
third Thursdays in each month—
7:30. D. H. Peoples, Sec ’y.
I. 0. 0. F.—Every Monday—
7:30 p. m. G. E. Gustafson,
Secy.
K. OF P.—Every Thursday—
7:30 p. m. Roy Duphorne,
K. of R. S.
M. W. of A.—Every Tuesday—•
7:30 p. m. R. H. Wilson, Clerk.
The best Peabody Coffee 30o
per pound, three cans toma-
toes 25e at Burnett’s.
PREMIER
“Non-Puncture”^ Auto
Tires
Guaranteed 7,500 Miles
Service
These tires bear the greatest
known mileage guarantee, yet are
sold at a price even less than
tires of ordinary guarantee. This
guarantee covers punctures, blow-
outs and general wear. Guarantee
covers 7,500 miles service against
everything except abuse. These
tires are intended for most se-
vere service.
Orders have been received for
these tires for us in United States
Government Service.
As a SPECIAL INTRODUCTO-
RY offer, we will allow the fol-
lowing prices for the next ten
days:
TIRES—TUBES
Tire
Tube
28x3
$ 9.20
$ 2.00
30x3
10.25
2.30
30x3y2
13.50
2.80
32x31/2
14.05
3.00
34x3y2
15.25
3.20
31x4
17.00
3.25
32x4
18.00
3.30
33x4
19.50
3.40
34x4
20.40
3.60
35x4
21.00
3.80 *
36x4
22.00
3.90 ,
35x41/2
26.00
5.00
36x43/2
27.00
5.10
37x4*4
27.50
5.15
3 !7x5
32.60
5.40
All other
sies. Non-Skids 20
REAL ESTATE
per centxextra. 5 per cent dis-
count if payment in full accom-
panies order and if two are so or-
dered, shipping charges will be
paid by us. C. 0. D. on 15 per
cent of amount of order. Our
output is limited, so we suggest
early ordering. We sell direct
only, giving purchaser the ad-
vantage of all middlemens’ pro-
fits.
STRONGTREAD RUBBER CO.
Dayton, Ohio.
AUTOMOBILE TIRES
AT FACTORY PRICES
SAVE FROM 30 TO 60 PER CENT
Reliner
$1.35
1.40
1.90
2.00
2.05
2.40
2.45
2.60
2.80
3.45
3.60
3.70
4.20
All other sizes in stock. Non-
skid tires 15 per cent additional,
red tubes 10 per cent above gray.
All new, clean, fresh guaranteed
tires. Best standard and inde-
pendent makes. Buy direct from
us and save money. 5 per cent
discount if payment in full ac-
companies each order. C. O. D
on 10 per cent deposit. Allowing
examination.
TIRE FACTORIES SALES CO.
Dept. A Dayton, Ohio.
Tire
Tube
28x3
$7.20
$1.65
30x3
7.80
1.95
30x31/2
10.80
2.80
32x31/}
11.90
2.95
34x31/2
12.40
3.00
32x4
13.70
3.50
33x4
14.80
3.50
34x4
16.80
3.60
36x4
17.85
3.90
35x4*4
19.75
4.85
36x41/2
19.85
4.90
37x414
21.50
5;10
37x5
24.90
5,90
FIVE
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Acres Land less than two miles from
town and a fifty foot Lot in town, both
For $160.ao
If Sold AT ONCE
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Aransas Pass Progress (Aransas Pass, Tex.), Vol. 5, No. 50, Ed. 1 Friday, March 20, 1914, newspaper, March 20, 1914; Aransas Pass, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth975237/m1/5/: accessed July 17, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu.; crediting Ed & Hazel Richmond Public Library.