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Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1898-11-27

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The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12
Horns and Color Of Beef Cattle.

Among the observations furnished by
leading packers to Secretary Coburn.
of the State Board of Agriculture, and
compiled by him in his December quar-
terly report, devoted to beef production,
are these:
Armour Packing Co.-Hornless cattle
are preferred because there are less
bruises on them, and the general result
from slaughtering and disposing Of them
is better. It Is difficult to establish any
actual difference in the price. They
have the preference at even figures,
which probably means that they are
bringing more. AS packers we certainly
prefer them.
Swift & Cove do not consider horn
less cattle worth more than those of the
same quality and fatness with horns,
except in rare cases where shippers
would pay cents to 10 cents more per
hundred pounds for hornless cattle.
Cudahy Packing Co.-While the horns
on a steer are usually not worth within
4 cents pound of his price, we still do
not think buyer ordinarily takes that
fact into consideration, and 1t is not
probable that he would pay any more for
hoTnless steers, other things being equal,
than he would for those with horns.
SchwGrzschild & Sulzberger Co.--Cat-
tie of equal quality, whether with or
without horns, will realize the same
price.
Armour.-Uniformity of color in any
breed might influence the price, as it
undoubtedly catches the eye, present
ing smoothness and evenness, as Op-
posed to mixed lots.
Swift-We do not consider that
lot of cattle Of uniform color or breed
(other than Holstein or Jersey would
bring any more than cattle of various
colors and breeds equally as good For
instance, prime load Of half Short
horns and half Angus would bring as
much as any equally choice lot Of all
Short-horn or all Angus.
Cudahy.-The fact that lot OF cattle
are uniform in color or breed does not
enhance their value in the eyes Of
practical buyer A bunch, however, all
of one color might strike a buyer as
being pretty" and fool him into giving
a higher price than they were actually
worth on the market.
Hammond.-Color makes no difference
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12

as to the value Of cattle for use In this
country. For export, black polled cat
tie, reds, roans and those having the
Hereford white faces are most sought.
Schwarschild.--A bunch OF steers we'll
fed and Of equal quality, but of various
colors, will bring as much as II they were
all of one color and breed yet those OF
one color, for instance, red, may be pref
cradle to some buyers. White and yell
low are Objectionable to some
Armour.-The damage to hides that
could be avoided II cattle had no horns
is probably slight. In most cases the
damage would only occur to the beef
by causing bruises, and would not really
injLre or penetrate the hide. Horn
scratches, however, are the subject OF
complaint from tanners, and cause them
to discriminate.
Swift.-A very small percentage OF
damage done to market value Of hides
would be avoided II cattle had no horns.
Cudahy.-On Texas cattle about one
half the hides are damaged by horns to
the extent Of about go cents per hide.
The hides of native cattle are not dam
aged, in our judgment, over one-tenth
Of per cent. by horns.
Hammond.--If cattle had no horns 1t
would change the market value Of hides
very nearly 81 each.
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12
Glover as a Fertilizer.

Farmers are just beginning to appre-
ciate the value of clover as a fertilizer;
the question Of how to supply nitrogen
70 the soil at the least expense has long
been serious one, especially in the we'll
worn farm lands of the country. The
COW pea and velvet bean do not seem to
quite fill the bill on heavy soils, but
clover is more easily handled and in
the wheat sections is certainly more
valuable than either Of the other fertil-
izers referred to. 1t has been proven
beyond question that a good clover sod
will supply all the ammonia needed in
three years rotation, besides furnish
ing a fair amount Of humus. 1t is not
necessary to turn the clover under while
green, though that is the prevailing
practice. Experiments have shown that
the matured plant turned under fur
nishes more nitrogen than when turned
under month earlier when the plants
were six or seven inches high.
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12
Rotate Crops.

Although this is an age Of progress
and pet ideas are daily upset and proven
wrong, it seems more difficult for the
soil Culturist to break away from old
ideas than any class of workers. One
idea, not especially new, which 1t seems
hard to make them see, is that great
many crop failures are due wholly to
the fact that successive cropping Of the
same land with the same kind OF crops
has thoroughly exhausted certain ele-
ments in the soil. These cannot be re-
newed by the use OF fertilizers as long as
the same crop is grown on the land.
Rotation is the only sensible, econom-
ical way of keeping up the fertility
OF a soil, Of course, combined with the
proper use Of fertilizers. Soils repeatedly
cropped with the same general family
become diseased or filed with insects
peculiar to the crop, until practically
worthless. A single crop of one year
on the same soil Is rotating to finer
degree than most farmers are willing to
practice, but it is just this method that
does vast deal toward keeping the soil
fertile.
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12
Is Subsoiling Proftable7

AS a matter Of fact, the only way to
thoroughly and finally test an agriCul-
tural theory and have it valuable is to
apply the test on your own grounds.
If the soil is hard and clayey the chances
are great that subsoiling will be valu-
able; if the soil is light and sandy sub
soiling may not be Of sufficient value
to pay for the labor. If subsoiling is
new to you, bear in mind the fact that it's
purpose is not to throw up the subsoil
and mix it with the surface soil, but
to loosen it so that the roots of the
growing crops may have freer access to
the moisture and richness nature stores
away down beyond the reach Of the
ordinary ploW.
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12
From Actual Experience.

brand Of commercial fertilizer offered
for sale in the State. These reports also
give the value Of the several brands
but not, as has been supposed, the agri-
cultural value, which, of necessity, de-
pends on the nature of the soil and the
crops grown. The values indicate solely
the cost ait which the several materials
may be put together and sold at fair
profit. This explanation is timely in
view Of the fact that many farmers are
led to purchase certain brands of COM
mercial fertilizers because of the high
price at which they are rated in the re-
ports referred to. A $40 fertilizer may
contain more elements Of value to your
soil than one valued at double the price.
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12
Winter Care Of Stock.

A successful dairyman has in his en-
ploy a Swede whose love for cattle Is
rather unusual, and the care he gives
the cows is almost amusing, but 1t has
proved profitable, for the herd has a
better butter record than any other for
miles around The Swede makes it his
daily business during the winter to
brush and curry the COWS as he does the
horses; the food is carefully prepared
and regularly given in proper quanti
ties, an occasional dainty, not part of
the regular ration, being included. The
water Is tempered in the coolest weather,
the barns being free from draughts and
the bedding is clean and literally sup
piled. Almost unconsciously other dairy
men in the neighborhood have adopted
the same plan and are daily proving its
value.
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12

the adjoining skin and is due to simple
irritatiOns, such as hard roads, boggy
pastures and wet barnyards where the
sheep are obliged TO stand In strong
manure Second, contagious foot-rot,
caused by a specific germ; and, third,
the tuberculosis foot-rot. The first and
second are readily remedled by keeping
the animal on dry ground and treating
the hOofs with mixture of blue vitriol
and vinegar. Take three pounds of blue
Vitriol and three gallons Of sharp vine
gar; put in a pot and simmer slowly
for ten minutes and bottle when cold.
When wanted for use pour small guam
tity in a vessel and hold the hoof Of the
sheep in 1t for half a minute. Apply
this treatment every other day until the
disease disappears. For tuberculosis
foot-root no remedy has as yet been
discovered, and 1t Is best to kill the
afflicted animal and If possible burn the
carcass.
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12

crate feeders and not include to brood,
but when sitting make ideal mothers.
The eggs are large and Of that beautiful
shade Of brown in such great demand
in many markets, and rich in quality
under fair feeding. The flesh is tender
and of delicious flavor, while the frame
is well formed, making an attractive
carcass; the skin yellowish-whit and
clean. Taking the good points Of the
Barred Plymouth Rock as whole 1t
is the ideal breed for the farmer, while
often reaching the standard of the fan
cier.
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12
To Avoid Grape Rot.

The soil for grapes should be warm
and we'll drained, though it need not be
especially fertile much of the trouble
from fruit rot and leaf mildew is trace
able directly to the excessive use of
stable manures. Mineral fertilizers sup
plying potash and phOsphtaes are Spf-
ficlent to grow good grapes on any Soil
rich enough for corn or potatoes.
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12

good milk and butter. The cows with a
fair proportion of good blood are easy
keepers and every pound of food seems
to be put to good use, while scrub cows
are apt to be heavy feeders and small
mixers The accompanying illustration
shows an ideal family cow. This anil
NAL is nearly One-half Guernsey, the
mother being common COW of the bet
ter class and an unusually heavy mixer.
This cross gives good flow of rich
milk, and her butter record is close to
many records Of blooded stock She
Is moderate feeder, adapts herself to
the average farm rations, is gentle, of
good constitution, and altogether sat-
isfactory.
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12
The Barred Plymouth Rock.

Our artist shows here fine specimen
Of this now famous cross familiaTly
known as "the business hen of the nine
teenth century" a title we'll deserved,
for it often seems as II the hens Of this
breed had no mission but to furnish
eggs the year around. AS a breed they
are docile, Of strong constitutions, mod
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12
POOt-rot in Sheep.

Wet weather breeds foot-rot, and when
the disease once becomes seated 1t is
difficult to overcome. The disease Is
rarely found where sheep pasture on
sandy lands, but is almost always con-
fined to clayey soils. Veterinarians d.
vide foot-rot into three classes: First,
simple foot-rot, which is an infamma-
tton Of the bOne-secreting structures and
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12
The Family Cow,

It is not always possible for the av-
erage farmer, not dairyman, to own
pure-bred cattle, and when only one or
two cows are kept the expense of pure
bred stock Is unnecessary. The family
COW should, however, have more or
less of good blood, for this is a matter
Of economy aside from the advantages Of
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12
Values Of Commercial Fertilizers,

In some States there is law requiring
the Secretary Of the State Board of Ag-
riculture to publish, at least once each
year, an analysis of each and every
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12

A Legal Contract VIII BE Entered Into TO
Cure N So Desired or Forfeit All
Right to Compensation.
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12

A Legal Contract VIII BE Entered Into TO
Cure n So Desired or Forfeit All
Right to Compensation.
A large number of the best citizens
In and around Topeka have commenced
a course Of medical treatment with the
noted American doctors during the last
thirty days, and all say they have never
received 80 much relief In 30 short time
before, although many had been under
treatment by others for years, As these
specialists have cured many citizens Of
Topeka before, and all now under treat
ment receiving such relief in 80 short q
time, dts no wonder all feel so we'll sat-
isAed with the treatment they are now
receiving. These doctors have not been
able to see near oil who called for treat
ment. Therefore they will enter into a
legal contract to cure each case taken
for treatment or forfeit all rights to
compensation IL the parties so prefer.
This Is the most daring offer ever male
to the suffering public. This offer is
extended to all long sufferers until
neglected, and every effort will be-
made to see each one during the
time mentioned. This Is no charity
offer, but ia intended to be for all who
desire to put 1t to good use and mean
to be cured. These doctors will not
publish the names Of any one unless
their consent Is first given to do 80.
Every method known to medical sci
enCe Is used In It's proper place that Is
known to remove disease. Having In
vestigated every means and being men
Of large experience and close investi-
gators they can offer the suffering pub
lie a complete and successful treatment
at cost within the reach Of all. They
are no fakirs, but men Of high standing
and integrity, and what they tell you
can be relied upon.
DISEASES OF WOMEN.
The many Ills peculiar to the female
sex are met with such rapid relief In
every case that all are surprised to know
that they can be 30 quickly cured after
years Of suffering (uncold). These doc
tors bid all ladies who suffer come and
be healed and suffer no more.
RHEUMATISM IN ALL FORMS.
All who suffer from this disease. no
difference from what cause or how long
standing, no difference how much swol-
len or how much pain. No difference
how long you have been confined to bed,
go to the American Doctors and get
perfect relief in fifteen days.
CANCERS AND TUMORs.
These dangerous maladies are speed
lily and permanently removed without
the use Of the knife. A cure guaran>
anteed.
ALL THE DIEASES OF THE RECTUM.
These dieases, not always under
stood by others, are speedily removed
and no fooling about 1t.
DROPSY AND KIDNEY DISEASES.
Not one case OF the above will fail to
obtain permanent relief and a cure who
are treated by the American Doctors
from st. Louis.
CATARRH AND DEAFNESS.
These doctors will not accept a case
of the above diseases that they consider
In fact, the long and active
experience had by these doctors In the
exclusive treatment Of all forms OF
chronic diseases have made them almost
master Of them all, and hundreds Of the
best citizens in and around Topeka are
taking advantage Of the golden oppor-
tunity OF obtaining the services and
advice of these noted specialists.
Consultation free to all. Offices l18
West Sixth st., Topeka, Kas.
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12
EVERY ONE SATISFIED.

Pronounced the Most Successful Treatment
for All Chronic Diseases Ever
ReeelYed.
The Advocate and news., 1898-01-12
DISEASES OF WOMEN.

The many Ills peculiar to the female
sex are met with such rapid relief in
every case that all are surprised to know
that they can be 80 quickly cured after
years of suffering (untold). These doc
tors bid all ladies who suffer come and
be healed and suffer no more.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-09-10
The Santiago Victor and the Secretary
of War Then Held a Se-
cret Conference.
ALGER WILL ASK NO FAVORS
EXPECTS FAIR TREATMENT IN THE
COMING INVESTIGATION.
Report on Camp Thomas Throws
Blame on the Generals Who
Preceded breckenridge.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9.-From the por-
tico of the White House the President and
all the members of the Cabinet now in the
city to-day reviewed the First District of
Columbia Volunteers on their return from
the war. 1t was an inspiring sight as the
District heroes marched under the portico,
receiving the salutation of the President
while a dense crowd gave an enthusiastic
welcome to the soldiers. The national cap
ital was in holiday attire as a tribute to
the District troops Pennsylvania avenue
was hung from end to end with flags and
bunting. The regiment left Montauk Point
yesterday, and after some delay en- route
reached here at 1:2O o'clock this afternoon.
From early in the day the line of march
had been thronged with a great concourse
of people, who waited patiently until at
o'clock, the bronzed and weather-beaten
soldiers took up their march. 1t recalled
somewhat that memorable march down
Pennsylvania avenue at the close of the civil
war. From end to end of the line of march
there was continuous ovation. At the
treasury chorus of several hundred voices
sang Home, Sweet Home" above the rat
tie Of the regimental drums.
At the White House the President was as
sisted in reviewing by Secretaries Gage and
Wilson, Postmaster General Emory Smith,
Adjutant General Corbin and General
Hams The troops presented soldierly
appearance, marching briskly despite the
fatigue and exposure they have undergone.
About the necks of the officers hung great
wreaths of laurel, while from every gun
barrel protruded a huge bouquet. A beau
tiful and graceful incident occurred during
the review. The sick soldiers followed the
marching men in carriages each invalid
carrying large bouquet. One Of the sick
men raised himself as he neared the Pres
ident and tossed his bouquet towards him.
The President saw the act, and reaching
out deftly caught the flowers as they flew
through the air. The incident was greeted
with cheers from the crowds. The Pres
ident kept the bouquet. AT the conclusion
of the review the regiment marched to the
White lot, back of the Executive Mansion,
and was dismissed. A committee of citi-
zens had undertaken to provide in every
way for the returning soldiers, caring for
the sick ana providing employment for
those out of work.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-09-10
A REVIEW FOR ALGER.
The Secretary Has Camp Meade
Troops March for Him and Shafter.

CAMP MEADE, Middle Town, Pa, Sept. g.
Secretary of War Alger and General Shaf-
ter were at Camp Meade to-day. They wit
messed a review Of the troops and made a
hurried tour of the camp. General Alger re-
sumed his journey at noon to Detroit, and
General Shafter went to Washington. They
were closeted together an hour this morn
ing in the secretarys private car, which
was run on to siding at Camp Meade sta
ton. While General Graham was arranging
for the review Secretary Alger and General
Shafter had another conference lasting
thirty minutes. What passed between them
neither would say, except that it was a
private affair. General Shafter said the Sec
retary was a very dear friend and that they
had been in the civil war together as colo
nels He is at work on his report of the
Santiago campaign and expects to complete
it tomorrow. Speaking of the controversy
with General Miles, he said:
1T is all poppycock There is no friction
between General Miles and myself; at least
there was not when he left Santiago. Our
relations have always been pleasant and /
do not understand the meaning of all this
talk The general may have been talking,
but believe that much of it is due to an
tagonistic newspapers whose motives are
certainly not patriotic"
Secretary Alger is accompanied by Mrs
Alger and their son. Captain Fred Alger
who is suffering from camp fever and was
too weak to witness the review. General
Shafter brought with him his aid, Major
Miey, and a little Cuban boy, whom he
took fancy to while in Santiago and
adopted. Generals Alger and Shafter were
driven to General Graham's headquarters in
an open carriage with Colonel Hecker and
Major Hopkins special aids to the secre-
tary. After being received by General
Graham and his staff, the secretary was
asked if he would like review. He said
he would and the entire corps of twenty
thousand troops were massed in two great
fields and marched before General Graham
and staff and his distinguished guests. 1t
was an inspiring sight and Secretary Alger
and General Shafter were very much
pleased. Both said they were delighted with
the camp and the superb arrangements.
Secretary Alger compliments Chief Surgeon
Girard on the sanitary condition of the camp
and gave directions to extend the water sys-
tenn TO the general and regimental hospitals
He said it was too early to determine
whether this would be made a permanent
barracks. He would have to know more
about the climate and its effects upon the
boys before he established permanent rem
devious.
When asked what he had to say about the
criticism OF the War Department the secre-
tary replied that the people have no idea
of the great task of equippng and sending
an army across the water. The War De-
partment" he added. tasks no favors; all
it wants and expects is fair treatment"
General Shafter was delighted with the
appearance and condition OF the men at
Camp Meade and said it was an ideal loca-
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-09-10
ROOSEVELT NAMED.
New York City Club of Independents
Choose Him for Governor.

NEW YORK, Sept. 9.-The City Club,
composed of independents, gave out state
ment tonight outlining a full state ticket,
at the head of which is placed the name of
Col. Theodore Roosevelt for Governor. The
statement expresses some doubt concerning
the willingness OF Colonel Roosevelt to ac-
cept an Independent nomination in case the
regular Republican organization fails to
support him. but the Independents tender
him their support In order to enable him to
deal with the situation with absolute de-
liberation. The statement recites the oppo-
sition of the independents to machine"
rule and says that recent events have
shown the evils of partisanship. The ticket
as outlined leaves the second place vacant.
but the remainder is as follows: For secre-
tary of state, Hon. o. K. Wilson, OF AL
bany: controller. Hon. Thomas S Kinney,
OF Utica; state treasurer Edmund III
Kitchener, of Binghamton; attorney gem
eral. Frederick w. HiLrit his of Brooklyn;
state engineer. George l.. Waring ir. of
New York. William Care Sanger, of
Oneida, is under consideration for iieuten-
ant governor