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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1926

Page

8

Relief for farmers tops Washington policy debate

A broad farm relief push grows as administration aides discuss commissions to aid cooperatives in storing or exporting surpluses. McNary Haugen revival faces White House opposition, while Iowa bankers and farmers urge export corporation legislation and field a range of remedies from price support to cooperative marketing.

Edward W. Pickard Congress Jardine Dickinson McNary- Haugen American Farm Bureau Federation Des Moines Iowa Bankers’ Association Tamil Ulinois Bloomington MacLean County Farm Bureau Fariers' Union Coolidge Towa Moston Chamber of Commerce Senator Capper Kansas

Thrifty recipes and diet tips from the era

A compilation of kitchen guidance and dietary advice encouraging economy and planning. It covers salads and fruit desserts with detailed ingredient lists, sauces, soups, and dishes. It also discusses nutrition, vegetarian limits, and the value of varied meals to maintain health, including notes on vitamins and cooking methods.

Mechanical pressure tester aids fruit picking standards

United States Department of Agriculture describes a portable pressure tester that measures the force needed to penetrate fruit flesh to gauge maturity. The instrument helps set definite picking and storage standards for apples and other fruits and guides growers and dealers on storage life and transport viability. A free circular (No. 850) is available from USDA Washington, D.C.

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

Dairying steady source of cash for farms says report

The report notes dairying, especially cream for butter, remains a steady income within general farming. Milk cow numbers rise slowly, demand for milk stays stable, and cows provide feed for hogs calve and calf crops. When crops fail or overproduce, dairy helps balance income and supports farmers’ purchasing power.

Selecting and Selling Fowls From Farm Flock

The article discusses selecting and selling fowls before sale, noting selecting pallets, spring sales, and timing for cockerels and layers. It emphasizes feeding, care, and rapid maturity for winter layers and steady winter care to maximize yield.

Scarified Versus Unscarified Sweet Clover Seed Planting

Kansas State Agricultural College agronomists warn on germination of sweet clover seed. Scarified seed germinates about 75 percent in winter warmth and is killed by freezes, while unscarified seed can be sown on frozen ground. Rates: unscarified 20 to 25 pounds per acre. scarified 12 to 15 pounds per acre.

America Washington Senate Italy Ng Gooes Waly J.P. Morgan Morgan United States Great Britain France Representative Ratney Mr. Ratney Sear Kansig State Agricultura College Agronomists Ecollege

Pedigreed Grain Varieties Highlight New York Institute Research

The New York Agricultural College plant breeding department discusses improving grain through heredity and selection. It identifies leading red wheats with high yield and disease resistance and notes white wheats Menor and Junter New as top candidates. Seed of all varieties has been tested and certified by the New York Seed Improvement Cooperative.

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Barium Carbonate Most Effective for Rodents

The article proclaims barium carbonate as the cheapest and most effective rodent poison, detailing mixed bait recipes using bread eggs and apples, and urges farmers to use fresh baits at dusk and remove stale ones. It stresses cooperative, community-wide efforts to eliminate rats for lasting results.

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Individuality of Boars in Method of Feeding

The article discusses variable feeding needs of boars, noting inconsistent daily intake and season effects. It recommends a balanced mix of about 40 percent protein, 50 percent corn or barley, 20 percent millings, 10 percent linkage, and shelled corn as available. Gentle feeding with gentled slips and buttermilk aids mixing, with water provided when cold.

Oyster slatk poem and notes on hatchery practice

The fragment discusses oyster related topics and poultry care. It mentions best practices for cleaning and feeding, and touches on nest and breeding issues. It references a barn setting, wheat straw use, and whitewash as a material for coop upkeep. It also notes segregated housing and six week timing for roosters with hens for breeding and egg gathering.

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