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XHEJ RURAL NEW-YORKER 
December 24, 
Live Stock and Dairy 
FROSTING HORSES’ BITS. 
The season has come when the farmer 
and the city teamster have begun frost¬ 
ing the bits on their horses’ bridles. 
This plan is well known to every hand¬ 
ler of horses, but few who do it realize 
the importance of so doing. If you were 
to ask a farmer why he does it he will 
tell you that it is so the bit will not in¬ 
stantly freeze in their mouth. This is 
the truth. The same condition takes 
place in the horse’s mouth as when you 
take hold of an iron pump or pick up 
an iron bar in zero weather with wet 
gloves on. You notice that they will in¬ 
stantly stick, sometimes leaving fine par¬ 
ticles of the glove sticking to the frosty 
article. May I humbly protest against 
not frosting the horse’s bit in cold 
weather? It is a humane act that every 
foreman should see that his servants 
observe. m. e. m. 
R. N.-Y.—Dip the bits in water or 
breathe on them until the frost is out 
before they go into the poor brute’s 
mouth. 
A METAL FEED HOPPER. 
I have not used the dry mash except 
for growing chicks. For three or four 
years the care of my chickens has been 
given to the children, and I have not 
tried the dry mash j’et in my sectional 
coops. I discarded the dry mash in my 
fixed poultry houses because I got over¬ 
run with rats, which would gnaw 
through the wooden lids of the hoppers. 
But I intend soon to make round hop¬ 
pers, like this sketch, Fig. 512, of gal¬ 
vanized iron. A is conical cap; B, 
cylindrical body with four legs; C, coni¬ 
cal bottom with one-inch space at E; 
D, tray with overhanging edge to keep 
mash from being scratched out. The 
hopper is to hold 50 pounds of mash. 
With the care of the children my poul¬ 
try have done much better than ever 
before since I adopted the sectional 
poultry yards (see page 1106), and I 
have done the moving them just as I 
passed to my work in the fields. 
New Jersey. r. thomas. 
■ A “FIVE” GOLD-BRICK COW. 
On page 1104 W. F. K. tells of a 
slick cow swindle, and it is interesting to 
us in this- locality, for recently that 
same “transferred railway section man” 
has sold his cow in transit no less than 
five times within 10 days, and within 
a radius of 15 miles at that, and has 
escaped detection and arrest. He came 
to this town and introduced himself 
as “construction superintendent” for an 
“important improvement” of the rail¬ 
road at this point, and on the strength 
of it rented a house, bought supplies on 
credit, and brought his family(?) sup¬ 
posed ; and all decamped three nights 
later, taking the groceries with them. 
A few weeks later on this “transferred 
section man” began to appear, leading 
a fine soon-to-freshen Holstein cow, 
telling the New York story, and would 
sell her cheap, which he always did, and 
disappear, and a day or two later re¬ 
peat this, until in 10 days he had dis¬ 
posed of five cows. Fie would get them 
from a back pasture in the night and 
they would not be missed for three or 
four days, which gave him time to es¬ 
cape. He had a good eye, as he always 
took a fine, soon-to-freshen Holstein 
cow, which would be a tempting object, 
at a much reduced price, often as low 
as $35 for a $100 cow, and stranger as 
he was, he would quickly find a buyer. 
His last customer obligingly took him 
several miles to a train, that he might 
quickly reach his “construction force 
just this side of Youngstown.” It was 
always the same story of parting with 
his family cow, as narrated by F. W. K. 
All the cows were quickly recovered by 
their owners. One man who purchased 
was very poor, but the cow was so 
fine he borrowed the money to get her, 
the “construction boss” making a liberal 
concession in price because of it. This 
is quite a new feature in promoting the 
dairy interests of a locality, but his 
good judgment in selection and knowl¬ 
edge of fashionable breeding ought to 
win him meritorious notice by the U. S. 
Holstein Association; and besides it 
shows how nearly allied are the railroad 
and dairy interests. j. g. 
Ohio. 
Why Not Use Purebred Stock ? 
Tho principle reason given by farmers 
for not buying purebred bulls is the ex¬ 
pense. A few -weeks ago I offered a farmer 
(who was inquiring for a purebred bull 
calf) a bull calf practically purebred, but 
not registered for $15, but he replied he 
could not afford to pay so much for a bull 
calf. The sire of this calf had good official 
backing; he was a registered ITolstein and 
was sold when six weeks old for $125, and 
has sired some of the best stock we ever 
owned. The dam was a good winner in 
strong competition, and yet this farmer 
thought he could not afford to invest $15 
in such an animal, and I have had several 
other would-be customers talk equally as 
senselessly. e. stevens. 
New York. 
The only reason that farmers do not go 
more heavily in registered stock is because 
they cost so much. Most of the farmers 
cannot afford it. That is only reason I 
know of. It costs a large sum to get a 
good sire and dam. I have a registered 
Guernsey bull at the head of my herd, but 
one cannot keep them only a few years 
before they have to change as they get 
so large and usually ugly. A short time 
ago I wrote to a man for three registered 
ewe sheep and they asked me $100 for 
them. The only way I can answer it is 
that breeders hold the purebred stock so 
high that most farmers simply cannot af¬ 
ford to pay the price. 
CHAS. D. BURGESS. 
Greene Co., N. Y. 
Weak Colt. 
I have a mare colt a year old last Mav 
that was all right when I brought her iij 
from pasture, but in a few days she be¬ 
came stiff in her hind parts, so it bothers 
her to get up. sometimes tries several times 
before she gets up. She seems to be get¬ 
ting worse, so now sometimes she sits -p 
like a dog before she gets up. She seems 
to be all right after she gets up : that is, 
she eats well at all times and does not 
seem to be in any pain, but she moves 
around slowly and very carefully and it 
seems to be hard for her to put her hind 
feet forward. If she is walking up hill 
she only takes a few steps at a time, and 
then rests a minute and then a-few more 
steps, and so on. I cannot find any sore* 
place on her anywhere, no place where by 
pressing or pinching I am able to make 
her flinch. The colt and her mate had 
lost in flesh quite a little the last month 
before I brought them in, and I began at 
once to feed them oats; the first mess 
I gave them about one and a half quarts 
each and increased it each mess till the 
fourth or fifth mess I gave them two 
quarts. T fed grain both morning and 
night. What do you advise? Would you 
advise my having a doctor for her? ‘ It 
would cost me at least $10, and perhaps 
$15 or more to get a competent veterinary 
here, as it is 15 to 18 miles to where 
one lives. m. l. 
New York. 
As well as we can tell without aa ex¬ 
amination this colt has osteo-porosis (big 
head I, or “rickets.” Most likely it is the 
former disease, and that is incurable, while 
rickets in colts is about as Dad. Some¬ 
what similar symptoms are seen where a 
colt has hurt the psoas muscles of its 
loins or has become much weakened by 
the ravages of blood worms. As you can¬ 
not afford to have a vet come to see the 
colt why not take the colt to him ? 1 1 
would not be a great task to load the 
colt into a crate on wagon and take the 
trip mentioned. The colt might well bo 
left with the doctor for a time that he 
might study the matter and adopt suitable 
remedial treatment. Meanwhile feed well 
on oats and bran and make colt live out of 
doors as much as possible. a. s. a. 
Oxford Sheep. —There has never been to 
my knowledge such a great demand for 
Oxford sheep as at the present time, and 
it is surprising to note how few flocks there 
are in this State. j. s. k. 
pni I |C P|| DO-From imported stock. Females 
UULLIL I Ul O cheap. Nelson Bros.jJJrove City. Pa. 
POP Q A I F-14 ANGORA GOATS-3 bucks, 11 
* ‘-’■‘IL-.L, ewes—for $75. All in good con¬ 
dition. WAVERLEY FARMS, Haymarket. Va. 
Mtllr PpnHlTfPP^ f° r New York City market 
lTllln riUUUUClo desiring information how to 
form branches of the Dairymen’s League, write to 
the Secretary, Albert Manning, Otisville, N. Y. 
KENTUCKY MAMMOTH JACKS, JEN- 
NETS and SADDLE HORSES, 
We are the Largest Breeders in America of Mam¬ 
moth Jacks. Hampshire and Tamworth hogs. Stock 
of all ages for sale. J. F. COOK 8 CO., Lexington, Ky. 
MARK 
U. S.PAT.OfT. 
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS 
Protein 31*33% 
Fat 12% 
Carbohydrates 30-40% 
Fibre 12-14-% 
AJAX FLAKES 
T HIS valuable distillers’ grain 
contains about 31% protein, 
13% fat. It is twice as strong as 
bran. You cannot make milk 
economically if you use bran. 
One pound of AJAX FLAKES 
does the work of two pounds of 
bran, and saves $14.00 per ton. 
AJAX FLAKES 
holds hundreds of official records and 
many world’s records. It is used and 
recommended by Cornell Agricultural 
College, Pennsylvania State College 
and prominent breeders. You should 
lay in your supply now. 
Send for Feed ers' Ifand Book with 
tables and feeding instructions. 
BEWARE OF IMITATIONS 
CHAPIN & CO., Seneca & Main Sts., Buffalo, N. Y. 
CATTLE 
The Blooming- L 
dale Held of f 
10 
LSI 
Ell 
US 
are hied for large production, good size, strong 
constitution, ami best individuality. The best 
sires are used in this herd that it is possible to se¬ 
cure. A nice lot of young bulls for sale; no females. 
A. A. CORTELYOU, Somerville, N. J. 
ONTARIO VAN FRIESLAND DE KOL 
BULL CALF, three months old; sire, America 
DeKol Burke; dam, Woodcrest Van Friesland, 
over 21 pounds. Price, $75 crated f. o. b. 
Charlotte. Send for details. 
CLOVEIIIIALK FARM, Charlotte, N. Y. 
C. S. Lunt, Owner John J. Eden, Manager 
HOLSTEIN CATTLE 
THE MOST PROFITABLE DAIRY BREED 
Illustrated Descriptive Booklets Free 
HOLSTEIN-FRI ESI AN ASS’N OF AMERICA 
F.L. HOUGHTON, SECY. BOX I OS, BRATTLEBORO.VT. 
Reg. Holstein Male Calves 
0.00 TO $23.00 
C'HEAPER than you can purchase elsewhere, 
^ quality considered. Write for photographs 
and particulars. We also offer special bargains 
in cows bred to our great King Segis Beets 
Korndyke. Address, 
HILLHURST FARM, Rivenburgh Bros., Munnsville, N. Y. 
k f n y o°w thTt Fern’s Jubilee No. 73852 
A. J. O. 0., is one of tho best "butter bred” bulls 
in the world, investigate. Then order one of his 
young sons before it is too late. Nothing over three 
months old on hand at present. Address 
J. GRANT MORSE, Laurel Farm, Hamilton, N. Y. 
READY 
FOR IMMEDIATE SHIPMENT: 15 Reg. Jersey Heifers 3 
■i mos. to 2 yrs. old, 4 Bulls 
2 mos. to 2 yrs. old, Lincoln Bucks 1 to 3 yrs. old. Lincoln, 
Hampshire and Shropshire Down Lambs both sexes. Send 
2-cent stamp for circular. Come see my stock and make 
your own selections. Edward Walter, We«t Chester, Pa, 
Breed Up-Not Down' 
—Jersey Bull Calves 
you can afford to 
buy. Superior dairy dams. No better sires. U. F. 
SHANNON, 907 Liberty Street, Pittsburg, Pa. 
JERSEYS 
—Combination and Golden Lad; for ; 
sale, 1 cow, 8 heifers, 6 bulls. 
S. E. NIVIN, Landenburg, Pa. 
G ALLOWAY CATTLE—Showed at five fairs this fall 
and drew $540 in cash. All ages for sale. 
JOHN CHAMBERLIN & SON, Flat Rock, Mich. 
PERC 
ERONS 
REGISTERED PERCHERON 
STALLIONS and MARKS 
FOR SALK AT THEIR REAL WORTH 
JAY GELDER, R1VERLAND FARM, -:- KANONA, N. Y. 
PfT Percheron and Belgian Stallions and Mares for sale 
UU at farmers’ prices. A TV. GREEN, Route 1, 
Middlefield, O. Railroad station. East Orwell, O., 
in Penna. RR., 30 miles north of Youngstown, O. 
ERCHERON 
STALLIONS and MARES 
Imported and home-bred. The best lot ever 
shown in this country. Quality, price, guarantee right. 
For 30 years an Importer and breeder of prize winners. 
E LWOOD S . AKIN 
170 South Street, Auburn, N. Y. 
: : : SWIKTE : : 
KALORAMA FARM 
is now offering a limited number of 
BERKSHIRE PIGS 
from eight to twelve weeks old, of 
the highest quality and breeding, 
. . . AT REASONABLE PRICES . . . 
CALVIN J. HUSON, - PENN YAN, N. Y 
Brookside Berkshires. 
Have a few extra nice yearling Sows, and spring 
and fall Pigs of both sex; also one Sow three years 
old, sired by "Premier Longfellow," which 1 offer 
cheap. Write for prices and descriptions. . 
J. P. O’HARA, Moravia, N. Y. 
LARGE BERKSHIRES 
Sows bred for spring farrow. August and 
September pigs from litters averaging ten. 
. . . Catalogue, on application ... . 
WILLOUGHBY FARM, Gettysburg;, Pa. 
I ARGE BERKSHIRES AT HIGHWOOD-m 
ea« li o! the Just three volumes of Aiuericnii Berkshire Kecoiu 
we sold and registered more Berkshire* than any other breeder 
in tlu* United Mates. The large proportion went to old » ust<>m- 
ei'8. I his speaks lor itself. II.C, & 11.11. Hurpcmiing, Dundee, N.Y. 
SPRINGBAHK BERKSHIRES. ?”,S,"[3 
in Connecticut. Sows bred for April litters all sold. 
Have 4 sows bred to farrow in July ; late, to ser¬ 
vice of Watson's Masterpiece. Will book orders 
for March and April pigs now. Send for new 
Booklet. J. E. WATSON, Proprietor, Marbledale, Conn. 
Reg^P. Chinas, Berkshires, C. Whites. 
Fine, largo strains; all ages, mated 
not akin. Bred sows service Boars, 
Jersey and Holstein Calves. Collie 
Pups, Beagles and Poultry.Write for 
prices & circulars. Hamilton & Co., Middletown, Pa 
DUROCS~ 
GROWTHY PIGS, S8.00; Pair, S15.00. 
SEItENO WEEKS, De Gruff, O. 
A BERKSHIRE OR DUROC PIG given for a 
-lY few hours of your time. Stamp for particulars. 
PENNA. BERKSHIRE CO., Fannettsburg, Pa, 
OHELD0N FARM registered Durocs. Pigs of both sex. 
J Bred Sows. Service Boars Best of breeding. 
C. E. BARNES, Oxford, N. Y. 
nnpnpc THK 4HG, DEEP FELLOWS 
UUnUUv that grow and mature quickly. 
Pigs and Gilts for sale at all times. 
SHENANGO RIVER FARMS, Transfer, Pa. 
Ibs- 91 Toirfhs 
Jersey Reds fatten easily 8 quickly. 
bmall-boned, long-bodied, vigorous 
& prolific. Meat unsurpassed. Have 
some choice offerings now. Write 
and prices. Arthur J. 
^^B^IooreiRtowmN^J. 
: : SHEEP : ; 
Beilwood Farm Shropshire Rams, 
Ram Lambs and a few breeding Ewes at farmers’ 
prices. L.L. MACKINTOSH, Mgr., Geneva, N.Y. 
yearling ewes; 40 
ng rams. Price and 
LEET, LOLL N.Y. 
T1INIQ SHEPP- Get a start now with this very 
■ wni» wiifcfcr hardy and money-making breed. 
" Prices reasonable,forboi lisexes. 
J. N. MAC PHERSON, Pine View Farm, Scottsville, N. Y. 
SKROPSKIREStTu 
breeding right. FRED VAN V 
GREAT NEW YEAR’S SALE 
AT THE 
SHARON VALLEY STOCK FARM, NEWARK, 0. 
TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY, JAN. 10 and 11, 1911 
This Sale will consist of 
250—Belgian, Percheron and German Coach 
stallion* and Mares—250 
50 head arrived at the farm last March ; 100 head im¬ 
ported in August, 1910, and 100 head arrived Dec. 12, 
1010. These mares have all been bred, those here to 
my best stallions and the last lot to the choice stallions 
of Belgium and France, the majority sure in foal. The 
last lot are principally mares, of the most fashionable 
colors and quality unexcelled. A large majority match 
perfectly; ages 2 to 4 years; all purchased by myself, 
individually, when abroad last August. Every one that 
expects to purchase a stallion or pair of mares in the 
near future should not fail to grasp this opportunity 
to secure them at prices that will prove money makers 
to the purchaser. Other business interests compel me 
to reduce my stock and tills two days sale will furnish 
a rare chance to secure the best stallions and mares of 
the world. Also 40 head of tine mules will be offered 
for sale. Send at once for illustrated catalogue. Sale 
begins at 10 o’clock sharp each day. Barn comfortably 
heated and fitted with fine lunch stand. 
COL. G. W, CRAWFORD, Prop. 
