| OCR Text |
Show T A Bet the eggs while NOTES MEADCWBROOK Keep dirt oat of the daffy. FARM $&airt (ffif It always pays to gentlenes treat the MW With It Is an error to feed only In 24 hours. a horse once Both horses and mules should given dally exercise. t be One of the most common mistakes is underfeeding the dairy cow. The ago for working colts varies, with sis strength and maturity. The life of a standard separator dm pends upon Its care to a great extent Coin like pumpkin Bye hay, properly cured, makes an excellent hay for horses, mules and Separata all Indisposed turkeys. Hare a regular a ay for greasing the machine. a vital part of the dairy Mrs. Hansons Presentment There la no animal more unprofitable than a poor a beep. Horaea that have a light hay diet are seldom affected with heaves. hone. Perhaps a banking of the cow bam around the foundation would help keep out the cold. I high-price- food. re- cm es. Tou cannot fatten a brood sow and fatten a hog alike and make the beat success of both. (CvrlaHi m. hr "What makes you bake so much at onceT" asked James Hanson of his wife as she stood looking meditative ly at the array of pies, cookies and crullers which gave testimony of her mornings work. It was some little time before Mrs. Hanson answered; she seemed to be considering whether she. would, say. what was in her mind., " Tou will heed them all during the next-fedays, James," she anFor I am going nounced finally. hence tonight" "Going hence! Mr. Hanson repeated. "What In the world do you mean by thatr "Just what I say, James, Mrs. Hanson replied with convincing finality. I know that tonight would be my last one so I have things all ready to leave. There wont be any too much on hand with all the relatives coming. Tou know what an appetite , Henry Benedict always has. "Mary! said Mr. Hanson, coming nearer to hla wife and looking critically at her, "do you feel cold- or In chill?" "No, not a bit, the answer came calmly. Hot then?" No, not hot either. I feel remarkably well considering what Is before me tonight I have the bedrooms ready, too, she added, with satisfacI have made up a bed In tbe tion. east room; I thought It would do wen enough for Henry. Mary, Mary! What alls you?" broke In Mr. Hanson, now thoroughly aroused to the awfulness of the occasion and with a long lost look of tendemqu creeping over his grim face. "Do you mean to say that you really believe that you are going to to die tonight? , J Certainly, responded Mrs. Hanson, "I know It "Gome, Mary, now, and sit quietly while I go after Dr. Jonas; hell reason you out of this and tell you what a wrong Idea you ha;e in your . Any man who strikes a horse In the should never be allowed to It does not make very much, If any, loach one again. difference when a cow la fed grain. The dairyman who puts a low value Good horse blankets are aarera of on his sklm-mll- k admits his Inability d valuable horse flesh and In his profession. feed. A regular time for salting the cows ,You can hardly push pigs too fast, summer and winter will keep you from providing you use the right kind of forgetting this chore. Dirty collars are probably as sponsible for sore shoulders as By EMMA SANDERSON Going to the shop over Icy roads with smooth shoes may ruin your bast Shorthorns bred with good Judgment today are the great The olive treea date back to very cattle. early timea. The beat time to cut the tails as Few horaea can digest perfectly well as castrate Is .wheii the lamb Is dear timothy hay. week old. The farmer who makes an effort to the corn crib and smokehouse each year generally succeeds. fill A properly trained horse will stop ss soon as anything goes wrong with the harness or his shoes. . . Wild strawberries have the most From eight to ten hens to one tom delicious flavor. They are easily la good mating with turkeys, and transplanted to the garden. should produce 150 poults. There Is no better plaoe for growA good cow ought to produce on an ing pigs Intended either for breeding average 25 pounds of four per cent or fattening, than the pasture. milk dally for 800 days In the year. Clean up the yard and farmstead Close housing and bad ventilation In generally. Plan to set out a few the cow stable are favorable condi- more ornamentals next spring. tions for starting tuberculosis In a herd. i The development of the young horse requires the exercise , of the Resides dry nesting quarters, the best Judgment In handling him,- - ' lot In jptgs should have a good-slse'which they may get plenty of exerThe cheapest ration for the dairy cise. cow Is a combination of corn silage, alfalfa hay and cotton seed meal. As long as the breeding of a sow Is ' profitable sbe should be bred. It properly fed, Is considered Is not advisable to sell off a good by our best stockmen to be one of brood animal. the most nourishing foods that can be fed. Groom the horses well after hard work. The skin Is thus not only A plump young turkey, dressing cleaned, but safeguarded against para- from eight. to fifteen pounds, finds a site, diseases. market at almost any season of the year. Brush the mud off the cow's udder and flank, then wipe off with damp Good sheep require good care to doth. Tou cant strain mud out of maintain Poor their excellence. milk. Keep'lt out sheep are always a burden upon the rest of the flock. The cow your neighbor does not want to sell is the one you want to Burnt or caustic Ume Is made by buy. Get around this dilemma by burning limestone, oyster shells and other such msterlals as are high In raising that kind yourself. liming elements. Three years of spraying, pruning If you have never tried rape, and cultivation will bring an orchard that you are ashamed of Into a condi- raise a email field next spring. It Is very popular with the hogs and tion that you wiU be proud of. does them a world of good. Scrape off loose--, peeling bark from Ewes that are broad and long will the trunks of trees before spraying them, because this serves as an excel- make good mothers and produce vigorous offsprings. In this way Iambs lent breeding place for Insects. of a better type will be produced. To get the best eggs for hatching, Butter is often of inferior quality the rations should be of good grains balanced by milk or meat food and because churning is not done until a HfMthmtejouMe jo muck tfatctT must Include green food In some sufficient amount of cream accumuwhile. make to lates form. churning worth Mr. Hanson .made' himself mind. In haste, noticing meanwhile ready Do you feed pumpkins to your the air of High prices should not tempt the preparation that the whole wise dairyman to part with his good cowsT They hsve never been known house presented. Upstairs on the cows and heifers. Remember they to Increase the flow of milk, but what best dresser stood a huge bouquet of are Just as valuable to you as to- any- a color It gives to the cream and the sweet peas of own raising, Marys butterl body else. which breathed out a welcoming fragrance. Tbe entire effect sent his In yarding sheep, don't forget Keep your calves In clean separate heart to his throat and he hastened then four and about water weeks, pens for constant supply of good, fresh out with anxiety on his face. are a necessity; also, If the weather permits, turn them out and rock-sal- t He was gone only a few minutes, plenty of good fresh bedding, and al- with the herd, and they will not suck however. , tbe cows. ways a dry lair. "The doctor Isn't In, nor wont be until evening, he announced tremIt Is advisable to place a box of blingly. "How are you feeling now, After farrowing when tbe digestive system of the sow has resched a nor- grit or coarse sand where the tur- Mary? mal condition her ration should be keys can find it, as not all farms have "It's Just as well he wasnt there, gradually Increased until sbe Is get- sufficient quantity for. tbe purpose of James, his wife answered cheerfully. , good digestion. "Tou know Im not going till tonight, ting all she can eat anyway. The profit in a cow comes from the Ewes will suffer less and have fewer What would, you say, Mary, to getwill yield ting out for a ride? Its a beautiful spoiled udders If they are confined to extra ainount of milk she small lots or In closures, with dry feed, over what she ordinarily gives on day and It might do you good, Mr. for a few days after they have been common pasture or the ooarse feeds Hanson suggested, at his wits' end robbed of their lambs. usually given her.' to know what to do next "Why, I think that would be very Never buy a horse. If you can avoid Always keep the earliest and best pleasant. We might as well make the ft, with a narrow or shallow chest 0T bred pullets for the home flock. There beat of the time and I havent been whose forelegs are- close together. is also a good demand generally for beyond Main street In more than two Such an animal lacks room sdequate nice pullets In the fall by those want- years. ing them to keep. Get Tld of all unOnce more Mr. Hanson hurried out for the lung capacity to be desirable stock and miss no opportunthis time to return with a comfortable vehicle. Then followed the task of ity for improving the flock. A piece of tarred paper or wire helping Mary get ready, which he fulThe disposition of a horse is bred filled dutifully. netting should be fastened around the tom of all spring' and faff planted In him. He may have behind him long . "Tour bonnet doesn't look very well trees. Tie the tarred paper closely generations of heredity, that had bad and your coat Isnt what it ought to bottom and at the top. This manners In it, and they will crop out, be; youd better get some new things will prevent field mice and rabbits but a good deal of the disposition of when you feel like looking around a a matter of development by lirtle. with his voice full of a mognawing the tender bark of the trees a horse is who handle him. the the people snows covet ground. mentary hope that Marys strange when deep - j- d Oil-mea- l, . ' h ? i - r - - . . - long-winde- -- . at-th- rti SATIN cows. wagon. The cow la yyyyyyyymyyyyyyMMyyyyyyyyyyuy AND - FOULARD Eastern Ideas Predominate COMBINATION THAT IS POPULAR JUST NOW. CHARMING , Ltoniv Tub) now as fancy was passing quickly as It had come, Not so, how- The bat and coat are well enough Tbe first sketch shows a charming Mary tray of eooblalng satin and foulard, the latter Is used for the tipper part of Carefully Mr, Hanson lifted his wife front, the entire back and sleeves, the Into the carriage to take the ride un- lower part of front la of satin; straps der these moot unusual circum- laoe edged with satin are taken from stances. each side of front over to back, whore Well go first and hunt up Han- they cross In the mldddle and finish off nah and see If she will come, back to la points at each side of front; the work, he proposed. "Times are going to be better now," he added lamean- ... ly. Mrs. Hanson smiled responsively at the better prospect for the world In general, but conveyed the Impression that times, good or bad, could never again affect her personally. Aloud she said, 1 think myself that Hannah would .do as well for you as anyone; she knows the. ways of the house and Is honest and faith- they had satisfactorily this domestic errand the progressed wlUJput further Inci- while Mr. Hanson furtively watched the quiet woman at hla side. It was dusk when they reached home and Mr. Hanson, with Increasing fear, assisted Mary Into the house, then left her again Just long enough to return the horse to the stable and leave word for Dr. Jones to come to the Hanson house that evening and be prepared to stay all night The subject of supper was not broached. Mr. Hanson made lights, which instead of cheering only revealed thoee dreadful preparations everywhere. The time dragged wearily until the doctor came,' then James recited the facts of the case and told of the fateful end predicted by Mary. Dr. Jones Rooked puzzled and thoughtful Mary lay quietly and comfortably H her bed,' but Mr. Hanson was now n the verge of a collapse and needed constant reassuring; which the doctor supplied with a patience acquired through years of experienp Slowly the hours dragged by. "The night Is not over yet, Mary would warn them occasionally, and the dock ticked on. Finally James detected the first ray of light In the eastern horizon. "Mary! he cried Joyfully. "The night Is over and you are still here! "Why, so I am!, In apparent surprise. "It was such a strange Idea that I had, James; It seemed to possess me through and through. Well I had a real happy day yesterday, with the ride and getting ready for - . company. Dr. Jones rose and New . Curious and beautiful are tbe new hat trimmings. At the millinery openings, exclama- Egyptian designs worked out in the rich East Indian colors are a favorite mode and will be much worn. Browns In every shade, with a decided leaning toward the golden tones, describe, the keynote on a goodly number of the latest Importations. Purples, In every tone from the rich and royal to the palest shade of lavender, find their way Into the foil styles. Scarlet and the deep rich red tones are to be popular, .while black and white, the favorite combination of many women, will be as much in evidence as . ever, Feathers play ah Important part In the new hat trimmings. Curiously enough, there Is a decided absence of the willow plume In the newer models. Can It be that theee graceful and beautiful feathers are passe, that fashion makers will discard them altogether?! To be sure, the broad sweeping pio- turn models are often adorned with, long willow plumes, but on the smaller hats and these are still In fashion! this winter the hackle feathers havq taken their place. Garlands of brighti colored flowers will adorn velvet and felt hats. These are made of ribbon silk, velvet, gold and silver doth, and crocheted with fine zephyr In all the hard bright tones that are found In crewel work- - our the grandmothers were so fond of. Tiny blossoms they are, with wired edges and stems of wire covered with wrappings of zephyr. Fur Is another note In the trimming of winter hats. Rows of fur, ends of fur, fur tails and little furry heads of animals all go to beautify miladys headgear. Theater bonnets are trimmed .with g ah metal flowers sad grata of fine metal wire, gold and silver. Osprey feathers and all sorts of upstanding wings and fancy feathers will be seen at thf correct models during the coming season. Philadelphia Ledger. . ful. After ride dent, the In Millinery Decorations of the Parle Model l Design Worth Keeping When . a New tions of surprise, of Joy, of admiration are heard on every side; women Coetume le In. Order Satin and are delighted with the quaint touch Cashmere Good to Uee that is seen on many of the Paris 'Together. ever. for one more wearing, swered, significantly. . trissings Are rich HAT high-standin- sleeves are set to satin bands,' which Beneath the Big torn up at the lower edge. white satin or The collar Is of the lace, cut square blouses are to be seen white crape at the back and straight across In this winter constructed upon simple front tailor-madstyles, with the edgee of One-hal- f Materials required: yard oollar and sleeves scalloped and the three-fourth-s 42 inches wide,' satin a good Idea for the girl yard foulard 48 Inches wide, one yard buttonholed, who can do needlework, both plain lace 18 Inches wide, four buttons. la The stand a combination of two and elaborate. Net blouses are well liked to be materials, satin and cambric being should a aim-- , used this time; a wide piece of the worn under heavy coats, e order not be cashmere Is taken over the shoulders, pie dress of the crossed at back, where a buckle forma preferred. Gossamerlike though they a finish; at front the right side of are, they take1 the place of the fine the cashmere Is taken to waist from lingerie blouses very satisfactorily and this a piece of the satin Is taken over make a pleasant change. the cashmere on the left side; a row of buttons and loops are sewn on the French Mirrors.' satin; the sleeves are of satin, turned Long, narrow mirrors In French anback with cashmere cuffs, tznf is tique gilt frames are exceedingly pop-- ' used for the yoke and collar. ular for holiday and wedding gifts, Three-fourth- s Materials required: and are shown Just now In a variety yard satin 42 Inches wide, one yard of pleasing designs. Those with an cashmere 40 Inches wide, one-hal- f yard old French print at the top are the most popular. dosen buttons. lace, one-hae -- one-piec- started wearily for home. As the door dosed after him Mr. Hanson said tenderly: "Now you lie still and rest, Mary, and by and by Hannah will bring you up some breakfast. ' Then he added, not without a pleased anticipation In his own voice, And, Mary, Ive been thinking that perhape It would do you good If we went away for a little trip. I believe that with the housework and making over the carpet and the summer boarders maybe youve overdone a little without realising It' GIRLS DRESS AND OVERALL He hurried away to send Hanna! up, with the breakfast and left Mary The First May Be Made Up In Cash-- . looking affectionately after him with mere, the Second In Any Kind of strange smile on her face. Pretty Material. Then, "Maybe I didnt realise It and maybe I did, she whiskered The dress would look well lu cash: oracularly, mere; It has the skirt made with a wrapped seam down center of front He "Didnt Give a Whoop." and an added piece at foot set on unn , When the 2:20 train from Tarry-towder a material strap; pieces of passeCenwas drawing into the Grand menterie are sewn at sides above the tral station yesterday morning a pleasant looking, square-jawe- d young man, The bodice has. a square yoke of who had been studying a Sunday laoe edged with a material strap; school lesson paper, rose and followed his wife to the door. A brusque, jqmrtlly-dresse- d man from the same upriver town saw that ths wife had left her fur boa In the seat and, seising It, he pushed forward and tapped tbe young man on the shoulder. Tour lady has lost something, he said, holding out the boa. smiled and , He of the square Jaw thanked the stranger. Heres an umbrella back here, to" some one called.' Gee thats my umbrella; here, toss It over, exclaimed the brusque on By )all means dont forget your umbrella In doing us a klndnebs, laughed the young man. Tou betcber life I wont." The car emptied and some ons tapped the brusque man on the aim Very nice young man that Did you know who It was? he asked. No, and I dont give a whoop" buttons are sewn on the seam down He was John D. Rockefeller, Jr. of both skirt and bodice; bonds front New Tork World. , of passementerie and material finish the sleeves at tbe elbow. A soft ribNet Yet, but Boon. "Waiter, are you among, those whs bon bow Is sewn on bodice below yoke, this adds a charming finish. believe In abolishing tips? Materials required: 2V& yards cash- Tes, sir; beginning next week, sir. lf mere 46 Inches wide, ltf yard passementerie, yard lac 15 buttons. The overall might be made In zephyr or printed sateen, and Is a Princess, high to neck and sleeves to the elbow. The pocket at the- side of front would be found exceedingly useful. Material required: 4 yards 26 Inches wide. , seml-flttln- g - - ' WILL MILK CLEAN GLOVES For White One the Lacteal Fluid Haa a Distinct Advantage Over Gaaolen . The smell of gasolene on white gloves Is so very objectionable to some people they hesitate about using It It Is a possible thing to; clean' gloves, and do It well, without using gasolene. This method. Is not only good because of there being no , It Is also easier on the hands odo;-Gasolene Is,. very roughening to the. skin. To clean gloves successfully,' fill a small basin or bowl with milk Dip a piece of clean, white flannel In the milk and rub white soap on the flannel as well. Then clean your! white gloves thoroughly with this Be sun all the soiled, grimy spots are gone' and finally rinse with clean miiv, De hot be alarmed If your gloves turft a gray or yellow color, you have done them no harm After your glovei have, dried you will find them soft and glossy and. there will be no unpleasant odor. The expense of cleaning the gloves la smalL ..Several pain can be cloaneed m a pint of mlk White kid shoes and slippers can alsc be cleaned in this way. to, l! . I . , t |
