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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1922
Page
8
Local notice honors George A. Worley, connected to Neb Celsh Worlay in 6 Montour area. Items mention a past era and community memory, with unclear spellings and place names.
Reports to the U S Department of Agriculture indicate more high producing herds join cow testing associations in Clark County Indiana. The expansion aims to improve milk production data and breeding efficiency across regional dairies.
The damaged notes describe a stiffly erected post with tension of several thousand pounds. It explains a method to form a corner post using reinforced concrete with a vertical 12 by 12 inch section and two 6 inch wings. A new fence forms at the corner and required forms and fluents are discussed as first steps.
The article notes soybeans as a high protein legume useful for feed and soil benefits. It discusses potential yields from 10 to 25 bushels per acre and their use as a ground supplement in various feeds, highlighting benefits for livestock nutrition.
Experimental results show storage potatoes discolor when ventillation is inadequate and temperatures are low. Research indicates heat exposure triggers discoloration patterns, with gas and respiration factors contributing to browning and irregular centers.
An incomplete local note describes straight rows in an orchard with attempts at correct spacing and alignment. It mentions laying out an area to herd and using two plows to dig and level soil, reflecting early agricultural technique.
The text details a method for assembling and casting a post with vertical counter bars of uniform spacing. It describes two wings with bars, spacing, and a three inch surface gap. It also specifies a concrete mix recipe of cement to well-graded sand and pebbles, with a maximum particle size of one inch, aimed at achieving rapid strength.
In Huron county Ohio dairy owners formed a co operative association to fund a tuberculosis campaign. Members paid 20 dollars per head plus additional for improvements. The association rented 88 herds with 682 cattle. 20 were rented. Vegetators received salvage value and indemnity. For pure breed, indemnity was doubled. About 83 percent of township herds were tested.
The guide stresses feeding dairy cows as individuals to meet each animal’s body needs. Proper rations prevent under or overfeeding and improve milk output. Balanced rations rely on high quality forage and adequate nourishment, reducing waste and health issues.
Weather Bureau notes frost risk depends on drainage and soil cover. Cold walls and soil moisture influence radiant cooling and nighttime temperatures. Evaporative loss and surface cover alter frost formation, with well drained, sparse vegetation reducing frost chances in some areas.
The article describes an automatic gate mechanism by D. M. McCauley of Tons, N M. The device aims to open the entrance or gateway without manual help, using a novel system that enhances accessibility at crossings. Further details emphasize its potential applications and ease of use for transport access.
The mechanism locks at gate after vehicle passes, releasing only by the vehicle’s weight. It prevents manual operation and does not require drivers to alight.
The article advises painting metal parts, tools, braces and machinery stored in barns or yards to prevent moisture damage and rust. It notes colors like red can be conspicuous, while toned down shades blend with surroundings. Unpainted areas may crack and absorb moisture, weakening joints.
A damaged OCR note explains that washing eggs disrupts natural pores sealed by a gelatinous layer. Water enters the shell, altering interior composition and causing the shell to harden and moisture loss, harming egg vitality.
The article describes cleaning asparagus beds and covering them with a heavy coat of manure to protect plants after winter sets in. It notes shielding from freezing and thawing and mentions preventing nitrite contamination reaching the soil to affect growth.
A fragmented OCR from a 20th century notice lists missing or sought individuals linked to U S military service. Names include Robert Bhatanw y, Wilbur Ellin, Arles H Jones, and Davidsons. details cover physical descriptions, last known locations, and agencies seeking information at the Veterans Bureau and related offices.
A garbled wartime missing persons notice lists multiple individuals associated with U S and Canadian forces, veterans hospitals, and American Legion posts. It provides partial descriptions, last-known locations, and contact details for relatives or authorities in towns across Texas, California, Illinois, Arizona, and Ohio, reflecting a broad search for aged soldiers and service members.
Dr Hugh Scott of the United States Veterans Bureau denied criticizing the American Legion as dying. The remark, reported from New Orleans on October 10, followed President Harding's veto of the adjusted compensation bill. The statement appeared through the Oklahoma Legion headquarters and involved state adjutant Leon H Brown.
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