Evening Republican, Volume 17, Number 280, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 22 November 1913 — Care of the Fowls. [ARTICLE]

Care of the Fowls.

Eggs are what we want, they mean profit; so treat the hens well, keep them warm and well fed and they will show their appreciation In return. Why not have the poultry feed in the poultry house or near when the weather is bad? Give plenty of water, laying fowls require It and on very cold days the chill should be taken off. Keep the hens active, a lazy hen Is never a laying one. Out straw, hay or dry leaves should be scattered on the floor of the run and grain feed should be thrown In this, so that the hens will be kept scratching. Although the fowls need the fresh air and sunshine, they should not be allowed to go out doors while there Is snow on the ground or In any way be exposed to raw, windy weather. The result would be a loss of eggs. l*aylfig hens need something to take the place of the bugs they pick ut> during the summer. Cut bone answers this purpose very nicely. Meat of some kind Is a necessity for the best results with laying hens. Remember, air the poultry house every day and also keep It clean. It Is as necessary as feeding the fowls.