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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1925

Page

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The Black Gang Shatters Mayfair Deceit in House Escape

In a tense drawing room confrontation at Mayfair, Drummond faces the Black Gang’s plan to murder him and his wife Phyllis. Peterson, Yulowski, and Count Zadawy plot a brutal head injury and staged accident to avoid publicity, while Phyllis endures psychological pressure before a sudden uprising by the Black Gang interrupts the scheme. The scene ends with Drummond’s furious attack and the gang’s arrival at the house, signaling an abrupt turn of events.

Maybrick Hall Peterson Drummoad Drummond Adolfi Phyllis Jong Arms Hugh Peter Darrell Peter Hin Uand Count Zadawy Black Gang Zadawg Yulowski Jeane Carl Peterson Alshend Russia Zadown Zadowa England Drummend Aar Atone Galekever Charlie Chaplin Ruselun Erich Yuluwsk Captain Drummond Chis House Yulowsiki Dynamo Rifie Itussina

Golf Ball Slices Bird at Rays Golf Course

A golf ball struck from the first tee at Rays golf course near Cardiff Wales slices a bird. Local reports say a passerby witnesses a swallow being carried off and eaten in two by unseen decoy vans.

Rays Cardiff Wales Weavans

How to Kill the Common Barberry

The United States Department of Agriculture outlines chemical methods to kill common barberry to control black rust. Salt burial and kerosene applications are described, with cautions about harming nearby trees and livestock and guidance on quantities for different shoot diameters. A circular detailing the process is available free while supplies last.

United States Department Department United States Department of Agriculture Washington, D. C

Farmers Use Limestone to Increase Fertility

Farmers across communities invest in ground limestone to sweeten sour soils and boost yields. Hundreds report better clover and alfalfa, with timely applications during certain months. Cooperative limestone crushers let many farmers share one machine, lowering individual costs. More clover on every farm could add valuable feed and improve soil fertility for agriculture’s future.

Overcrowding in Winter Poultry Houses Warned

The article warns overcrowding as the great evil in winter poultry management. It recommends at least three square feet of floor space per bird, a dropping board under roosts, an 80 inch high board no more than six inches wide, and a north side window to equalize light while preventing drafts.

Manure Applied to Land While Fresh Best Plan

A guide urges applying manure as soon as possible after excrement. The recommended method transfers manure directly from the stall to the spreader and hauls it daily or as loads accumulate, minimizing fertility loss and placing manure on the field earlier in the crop year, while avoiding piles.

Caution Against Scale Errors in Winter Weather

The United States Department of Agriculture warns farm scale users to prevent weighing errors caused by cold weather. Snow water and ice can freeze and thaw, affecting scale parts and beam sensitivity, producing large, hidden inaccuracies. Keep water snow and ice from the scale and pit to avoid misreadings.

Ea Statea Department Ehot Packers and Stock Yards Administration United States Department of Agriculture

Destroy Chinch Bugs by Burning Out Fence Rowe

Kansas State Agricultural College entomologists advise burning wintering chinch bugs in early winter. Dry grass near ground burns with no backfire and kills about 985 of 1,000 bugs by heat and subsequent cold exposure. Fire should be kept close to the ground and windward to control spread.

Kansas State Agricultural College Entomologists

Right Feed Boosts Winter Egg Production

Winter egg production hinges on proper feeding. Profitable hens must force egg production with balanced rations tailored to their class or breed. Experiments show general-purpose pullets require about 7 pounds of feed for four dozen eggs, while Leghorn pullets need about 4.8 pounds. Simple mixtures are typically best.

Farm Advice Notes On Seed, Feed And Handling

A historic farm bulletin stresses seed costs, soil lime timing, and learning to conquer problems. It notes that seed quality matters, seed houses offer cheap seeds, and coat differences affect payout. It discusses crop shrinkage from November to June, especially April and May, and outlines poultry feeding needs for good production, emphasizing space, range, cleanliness, and a balanced ration.

Carter's Little Liver Pills Relieve Brooklyn Woman

Misa E Rich of Brooklyn New York says her stomach bloating poor appetite and head discomfort faded after using Carter's Little Liver Pills. She reports immediate relief and now keeps a bottle to answer when her stomach speaks. Sold by all drug stores 25c.

Misa E. Rich Brooklyn N. Y Carter

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