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June 1823

Overview

In June 1823, dispatches from Bozen reported on weather conditions and their impact on agriculture as well as the upcoming wine and grain harvests. Despite unsettled weather, an abundant wine harvest was anticipated, while grain and silk cocoons yielded rich returns. Notable occurrences in livestock farming were also documented.

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26 June 1823Der Bote für Tirol1819–18295 tags

Weather conditions and harvest prospects in Southern Tyrol

A report from Bozen describes the weather conditions in May and June 1823 and the expectations for the upcoming wine and grain harvests. Despite unsettled June weather, a bountiful grape harvest is anticipated, leading to a fall in the price of old wines. Furthermore, yields of silk cocoons and grain are rich, bolstered by supplies from Italy.

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5 June 1823Der Bote für Tirol1819–18294 tags

Curiosities from Bozen: An exceptionally heavy ox and a malformed calf

In May 1823, a report from Bozen describes an exceptionally large and heavy ox fattened by master butcher Stephan Pitschieler, originating from the Ulten Valley and reaching over 21 quintals in weight. A portion of its meat was donated to the local poor and two mendicant monasteries. Additionally, the report mentions a two-headed malformed calf born in December 1822, which was stuffed and put on display.

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