5io 
July 11 
THE RURAL NEW-YORKER. 
Live StockandDairy 
SWINE NOTES. 
A Good Sow. —Pig. 186 is a portrait 
of Old Moll, the dam of Billy G. 2d, 
and also of the hoar which heads the 
herd of 0. W. Mapes & Son. She boasts 
of no pedigree, hut shows the effect of 
intelligent systematic feeding in her 
good flesh and heavy milking qualities. 
She has a record of 17 pigs at one birth, 
and her pigs often weigh 30 pounds each 
at six weeks old. Four of her present 
litter weighed 19 pounds each at three 
weeks of age. The photograph shows 
how she looked after being wintered on 
1% pound each daily of cornmeal and 
wheat middlings, wet with six quarts of 
water. This was given in three feeds, 
two quarts of water and one pound of 
the grain mixture at each feed. 
A VlRiGINTA BKEEDEU’S EXPERIENCE.'— 
My methods of raising pigs may not be 
of much value to those raising pork, for 
I breed only purebred and registered 
stock for sale to breeders. I keep from 
14 to 20 sows and my pigs are usually 
sold by the time they are three months 
old. In Mr. Mapes’s very excellent ar¬ 
ticle in a recent issue I see but one 
thing that I would criticise serious¬ 
ly and that is feeding dry feed to his 
young sows up to the time of farrowing 
their first litters. My practice is to feed 
it in slop form as the dry feed has a ten¬ 
dency to make the sow eat her pigs. 
When I began raising purebred pigs a 
good many years ago I got a young sow 
bred from Ohio. She was very fine and 
I awaited the litter with interest, she 
was well cared for and fed dry feed. 
When the pigs came she ate every one 
of them. After this she was fed her 
grain in slop and in nearly 10 years she 
never did such a thing again. The dry 
grain is heating; when mixed with water 
is cooling and more distending, and I 
believe helps the milk flow. My pigs run 
after my cattle, and when possible have 
a range in the woods. I avoid giving 
much corn and feed some oats and bran. 
The young pigs get enough to make a 
good thrifty growth but not too much 
fat. I do not believe in forcing breeding 
stock too fast nor in getting it too fat. 
I do not think that the feed had anything 
to do with the small litters of pigs which 
Mr. Mapes reports. Where a number of 
sows show this it can be safely charged 
to the hoar, and in Mr. Mapes’s case I 
have no doubt he is keeping the boar in 
a small pen. I have found it very neces¬ 
sary to run my hoars in paddocks so that 
they get plenty of exercise. The boar 
should have a good-sized paddock, with 
running water if possible. 
Virginia. saaiukl b. woods. 
WHY WE BREED HEREFORDS. 
Claims for the White Faces. 
The Hereford is preeminently a beef 
producer. His conformation has been 
developed along lines calculated to in¬ 
crease weight, substance and quality of 
the best cuts of meat, while at the same 
time conducing to his general rugged¬ 
ness and constitution, without pamper¬ 
ing and coddling, which invariably 
weakens the race and takes from it its 
self-reliance, if one may use the term in 
speaking of cattle. By self-reliance I 
mean ability to “rustle” for himself 
and keep himself alive under adverse 
conditions. This ability when the ani¬ 
mal receives proper care results in a 
greater and better development on a 
given amount and quality of feed than 
other breeds on similar rations. Our 
own experience has borne this out. The 
great range men of the South and West 
are buying more Hereford bulls to put 
on their range-bred cows than of any 
other breed, and the best steers in the 
Chicago yards almost always show 
Hereford blood. Their prepotency m 
sires is remarkable, the first cross being 
often indistinguishable from pure-bred 
stock, and the fifth and sixth genera¬ 
tions showing the breeding to a marked 
degree. The calves when dropped are 
very small, and cows rarely have much 
trouble even with their first calves; the 
young grow very rapidly and mature as 
early as or earlier than the other beef 
breeds. At the same time it takes less 
time and costs less to finish grade Here- 
fords for the market than grades of the 
other breeds. No one can make any mis¬ 
take in buying Herefords for beef ani¬ 
mals, and contrary to the belief of many 
they are fair milkers. Occasional ones 
are bountiful producers of milk, and as 
in other breeds there are occasionally 
poor milkers. They have not been bred 
as a milk breed, and little if any atten¬ 
tion has been devoted to improving this 
characteristic. Do not understand from 
my saying that the calves are small at 
birth that the animal is small when ma¬ 
ture; three-year-old cows often weigh 
1,500 or 1,600, and bulls 1,800 to 2,000, 
and steers weigh proportionately, 
. Peoria, Ill. c. a. jamison. 
The best animals for grazing in our 
country are the Herefords, and they are 
considered to be the best cattle that can 
bo raised on grass, being very early to 
mature and ready for the block from 
yearlings up. It is claimed by all the 
ranchmen, big farmers and cattle rais¬ 
ers that they can grow them much 
cheaper than the other two breeds. Take 
for instance the X. I. T. ranch and the 
Matador Cattle Co., the Panadora ranch 
and many others of the large grazing 
herds in the Pan Handle of Texas; they 
claim the Herefords to be superior to 
the other beef breeds, namely Short¬ 
horns and Polled Angus, while either 
one of these breeds is equally as good 
on the block if as fat. Being a packer 
I do not wish to criticise either the 
Short-horns or the Polled Angus, but I 
think I am well backed up by those who 
have thoroughly tested it, that the Here¬ 
fords are the best grazers and the most 
economical beef animal for the grass 
farmer. chas. w. armour. 
Kansas City, Mo. 
SHEEP AND CATTLE TOGETHER. 
As to the advisability of keeping a 
flock of sheep on a dairy farm I would 
.say that unless the farm is so situated 
as to make it possible to have separate 
pasture fields, so that each kind of stock 
can be kept separate I do not think that 
it is advisable to keep sheep and cows on 
the same farm, for they do not mix well 
together, and when put in the same field 
the sheep will avoid the cattle. The 
sheep can crop closer than cows, and if 
the pasture is overstocked they would 
rob the cows unless the pastures can be 
alternated. In northwestern Pennsyl¬ 
vania some of our dairy farmers keep a 
small flock of sheep, hut they invariably 
have a separate pasture field for the 
sheep and keep only as many as the 
field will accommodate. If fields are in¬ 
fested with daisies or briers sheep will 
help to clean them out, which might be 
an advantage when the fields could not 
be plowed. Here the Shropshire and 
Southdown have the lead as they furnish 
a good fleece, which we can sell at a 
local mill, and also give a good lamb for 
the market. Very few fine-wool sheep 
are kept In our section. I would not at¬ 
tempt to combine dairying and sheep 
husbandry unle.ss I had separate pasture 
fields and suitable Winter quarters, and 
then I would keep only from 10 to 20 
head or less if the field would not ac¬ 
commodate so many, as a few well 
cared-for sheep yield more proportion¬ 
ately than a larger flock, b. j. w. 
Sugar Grove, Pa. 
Brooder Lamp.s.— Answering inquiry of 
O. W. Mapes, page 463, why does brooder 
lamp flame burn higher after 24 hours, 
from actual knowledge I do not know, 
but the idea came to me that as the soot 
accumulates in top of chimney size of hole 
is decreased and flame is forced farther 
out; 65 pounds pressure on three-quarter 
inch hose open at end does not throw 
water far. but a nozzle attached reduced 
to three-eighths inch throws it 25 or more 
feet farther. a. h. l. 
West Toledo. O. 
With the Complimetits of The 
W. D. Co. 
We will be pleased to send you free a 
copy of the new edition of “The Pre¬ 
ventive Treatment of Sheep and Cattle 
Diseases.” This book has come to be 
looked upon as a condensed text-book on 
all disea.ses which ravage flocks and herds 
both large and small, and cause incal- 
culalile loss to the grower in all parts of 
the country. 
We will also be pleased to send you re¬ 
ports of e.xperiment stations on the u.ic 
of Chloro-Naptholeum Dip in curing and 
preventing the.se germ and parasitic dis¬ 
eases. Used according to directions, we 
guarantee it to cure mange, itch, scabs, 
ticks, lice and parasitic diseases. It’s a 
cure for contagious abortion. In the end. 
it is the cheapest dip that a farmer oi- 
grower can use. One gallon costs 3tl.5() : 
;■) gallons, $6.7.5 ; 10 gallons, $13..50, freight 
prepaid. The West Disinfecting Co., Inc., 
4 E. .50th St., New York. 
We quote all customers of Chloro-Nap¬ 
tholeum Dip special rates on sheep dip- 
Iiing tanks, so low in price that everyone 
can afford to buy them. 
Ghioro • Napiholeum 
ASK 
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The 
Scale 
Expert 
about their peraoiinl 
ad vice plan of buy liiB 
farm scales. Prevents 
mistakes—saves money 
—protects tlie buyer of 
portable or wason scales. 
Absolutely free if you state size of farm 
and wbat you raise in products and stock. 
OSOOOU SCALE < <►., 
108 <a-ntrttl St., Bliurhiimtoii, N. Y. 
Leg and Body Wash. 
When it comes to stiffness and 
soreness of muscles, tendons, 
etc., nothing equals 
Tuttle’s Elixir 
for restoring normal conditions. 
Apply to the body as a mild 
bath and put on light 
Sponge the legs and 
on light bandages. 
Used and Endorsed by Adams 
Express Company. 
Tuttle’s American Condition Powders 
—A specific for impute blood and all diseases arising therefrom. 
TUTTLE’S FAMILY ELIXIR cures rheumatism, 
sprains, bruises, etc. Kills pain instantly. Our 100-page bo«k, 
“Veterinary Experience,’’ FJLKK. 
Dr. S. A. TUTTLE, 30 Beverly St., Boston, Mass, 
Itowarv of so-called Elixirs—none {lenuiiie but Tntile**, 
Avoid all blisters; they offer only temporary relief, if any. 
SHOO-FLY 
THE 
ANIMALS* 
FRIEND 
Half cent'B worth saves 3 quarts milk and much fiesh. Kills 
every fly it strikes; keeps off the rest. Harmless to niau or beast 
NO LICE in poultry house or any place Itia sprayed. If your 
dealer does not keep It, send 91.00 for Improved Three Tube 
Sprayer and enough ghoo-Fly toprotect200cow8. Cash returned 
if cows are not protected. 
SHOO-FLYMFG. CO.. 1005 Fairmount Ave., Phila.,Pa. 
0EATJ. 
TO HEAVES 
MEWTON*8 Heave, Cenfliy Dto* 
temper and Indigestion Cure* 
A veterinary specific for wind, 
throat and stomach troubles. 
Strong Ttcommendt. $1.00 per 
can. Healers. Mail or Ex. paid. 
Mewton Horse Remedy Ce.^ 
Toledo, Ohio* 
Sore Shoulders 
used to lay a horse up for ■weeks at a time, resulting 
in much annoyance and loss to the owner. Now you 
can cure him while he works and never lose a rao- 
metit of his service by using 
Bickmore's 
Cure 
Guaranteed to 
cure Harness, 
Collar and 
buddle Galls, 
Scratches, 
Grouse Heel, 
Speed Crack, 
Ciils.ctc. None 
genuine without 
the “Old Gruy 
Horse” trade 
mark on each box. Beware of Imitations. Ask for 
and insist upon getting “Bickmore’s,” for nothing 
else Is so good. Substitutes yield the dealer more 
prollt, but cost you the same. Sample, enough to 
cure one horse, mailed for 10 cents. Write now. 
BICKHORE GALL CURE CO., Boi 519, Old Town, Me. 
When you write advertisers mention The 
R.N.-Y. and you will get a quick reply and 
“a square deal.” See our guarantee8thpage. 
COTTAGE bulls 
UUlIHUb rHnm for sale, as well bred as the 
winning cows from this place—Mary Marshall 5604. 
Mary Marshall 6th 11814. Dolly Bloom 12770. Maggie 
Wylie, 13142, and others that are making very good 
records. Dams will be in Advanced Registry. - 
EZRA MICHENEU, Mlchener, Bucks Co., Pa. 
H olstein bull calves, scotch coiiies,spayed 
Females. SILAS DECKER, South Montrose, Pa. 
HOLSTEIN - FRIESIANS. 
Choice young stock of the best breeding for sale, 
tnces reasonable Every animal registered. 
WOODCUBST FARM. Blfton, Ulster Co.. N. Y. 
rot HOLSTEini CATTUE 
Oood ones, and all ages. Fine Yearling Bulls, 
ready for service. 
RAMBOUILLET SHEEP. 
BERKSHIRE SWINE. 
Write DKLLUl’KST FARMS, Mentor, Ohio. 
Registered Jersey Bull Calves 
from Imported Golden Lad at fair prices. 
B. F. SHANNON, 907 Liberty iStreet, Pittsburg, Pe. 
FOR SALE 
B. J. WIGHTMAN, West Eaton, N 
Purebred Devon Calve* 
at reasonable prices 
- - - Y. 
narlfchlrac~^^'^^ English and American blood. 
DBiKOllllliO C. M. Abbe, 309 Broadway, New York 
CIID CAI B&sorded lArge MagUilt 
■ Ull wALb Berkshlr. Boars, ready for miv 
:'.ee. Write your wants or come. 
B. B. MAJaT- Btanloy. N. T.. B. F. D. 1- 
IMPROVED LARGE YORKSHIRES 
hog. Pigs of all ages from imported stock for sale. 
MEADOW BROOK STOCK FARM, Rochester,Mich 
Reg. P. Chinas, Berksnires and C. Whites. 
8 wks. to 6 mos.. mated not akin. 
Service Boars, Bred Sows. Write for 
prices and description. Return If not 
satisfactory; we refund the money. 
HAMILTON & CO., Krclldoun, Chester Co., Pa. 
Impri^ed YORKSHIRES 
The best large hog. Get a Bon rand have large litters, 
all white. Price. $8 to $30 now. 
LAi.E GROVE FARM, Madison, Lake Co., Ohio. 
Ohio Farm Berkshires 
Boars fit for Service. Young Sows bred, and tine 
lot of Spring Pigs. 
M. L. & H. H. BENHAM, Lo Roy, O. 
PRESENT BARGAINS 
and Scotch Colli- Pups. Apply i)romptly. 
W W. CUENEY, Manlius, N.Y. 
FOR SALE 
The highly bred Guernsey Bull, “ Golden Glow,” 4 
years old. Registered No. 6779. I'rice, $100, If sold at 
once, f. o. b. Also, his sou, 2 months old, $50. Will 
register before delivering. Sire “Golden Glow,”6779; 
dam “Zit-ka-la,” 12921; a superior butter cow. Also, 
a line two months old bull. $‘25. Siro “Golden Glow.” 
Dam, a 5 per cent butter-fat Jersey cow. 
Address “8. S.,” Camden, Del. 
FIFE CHOICE ANGUS BULLS 
\\. H. KINK, .Jennertowu. Somerset Co.. I’li. 
WHITE LEGHORN EGGS 
"^700 Big White Beauties, bred to lay Big White Eggs; 
nine years developing the strain. WHITE & RICE, 
Boi A, Vorktown, N. Y. 
For Sale.—Scotch Collies, magnificently 
bred. A. J. BENEDICT, Woodworth, Wis. 
90 
varietle*. Any amount Ponltry, Eggs, Plgeosi* 
a&4 Hares. Guide desc. 60-page book, lOo. 
A. BERGEY, Box 8, Telford. P«, 
FO R polled bull, “ Eclipse,’ 
No. 8102; 
recorded in the Red Polled Herd Book 
of America, Volume 13. Three years old and a fine 
animal. Sire, Dexter. H. B. 6171; dam, Cora, H. B, 
9226. For further particulars, write 
UAYMOND MORTON, Bangor, Mich. 
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Also Rlngbme, hard or soft 
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Blight cost and certain cures. 
Two big booklets telling how 
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The unrivalled insecticide and disinfectant, protects 
stock from flies, thereby increasing profits. Two gal¬ 
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