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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1908
Page
5
Talk on phosphoric acid advises farmers that to achieve large yields they must know what plant foods their soil requires. The State Chemist discusses where phosphates are found and how agricultural chemistry applies to farming.
The article details phosphoric acid as a key plant-nourishing element alongside nitrogen and potash. It explains bone meal as an early source, its composition, processing for finer grind, and how available phosphoric acid increases with grinding and processing. It then outlines major phosphate rock deposits in the South including South Carolina and Florida, with forms such as lead, soft, and pebble phosphate, and notes Tennessee deposits near Nashville and Mt Pleasant.
The article notes New York Life placing the former president son-in-law at the helm as part of reforms after collapse of three major life insurers. It argues reform is best led by industry insiders and cites a decline in state control, hoping for public trust through clean dealing. It also covers seed production trends and timber preservation research, including creosote treatment doubling timber life in experiments.
An exchange predicts sufficient wheat for every person this year but warns large families may seek a fair share. A separate note on European peace efforts mentions France, Spain, and Austria, with references to The Hague and ongoing regional negotiations.
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