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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1926

Page

3

Nye Seated in Senate Amid World Court Debate

Edward W. Pickard reports on Senator Nye’s seating after a tight 41 to 39 vote, with Republicans and some Democrats backing him as a critic of world court participation. The piece covers Farm-Labor tensions, tariff debates, and political shifts shaping North Dakota representation and stance on international law.

Nye North Dakota Senate Edward W. Pickard Bora Gerald P. Nye Sprlle Ladd Nyer Frazier Dawes World Court United States Kentucky Supreme Court Congress Chicago Jacob Raur Distriel Fred Brittenhom Baur Kaht Norton Aye W Langley

Marketing Aids Used by Farmer

The United States Department of Agriculture notes farmers increasingly use better business methods and seek standardization, inspection, credit, and market news. The Bureau of Agricultural Economics analyzes farm management to improve distribution, with federal standards for many crops and livestock. It operates the world’s largest government leased wire service to disseminate market data and forecasts to enable farmers to plan operations amid changing domestic and world markets.

Hose Agricultural Committee Co-Operative Farm Paper Ickmann Frank G. Lowden Illinois Lowden C. L. Richeson Jaws National Corn Growers’ Association Coolidge Towa United Bi of Agriculture Bureau of Agricultural Economics Secretary of Agriculture Facta Bureau

Alfalfa Proves Strong Protein Source for Cows

Alfalfa is no longer an experiment but a proven success offering dairymen strong financial prospects. It yields twice the tonnage of other hays and much higher protein, with total feeding value second only to corn silage, making alfalfa and corn a profitable pairing for well drained corn soils. Proper seeding, lime if needed, and good land preparation boost long term profitability.

Humane Calf Dehorning Method Using Caustic Potash

An old guide explains a humane dehorning method for young calves using caustic potash. It notes timing at four to seven days old, clipping hair over horn buds, applying a small caustic spot the size of a dime, preventing spread with cream, and keeping the calf dry until a scab forms and drops off in days. Purchase and storage tips follow, with handling precautions.

Paper Best for Wrapping Fruit Standards Set by USDA

The U S Department of Agriculture bureau of chemistry defines wrapping paper specs for fruits and vegetables. Papers should weigh 10 or 12 pounds per ream, 24 by 36 inches, with bursting strength not less than 6 points, and adequate flexibility for smooth wrapping. Wrapping paper meeting these standards helps retard evaporation, reduce damage, delay ripening, and protect from heat frost or sun.

United States Department Bureau of Chemistry United States Department of Agriculture Bureau Washington

Cultivation of Alfalfa Reduces Weeds in Spring Fields

Prof S G Salmon of Kan kap State argues alfalfa cultivation helps weed control under two conditions manure top dressing and when weeds must be removed. Early spring cultivation with a spring-tooth harrow or disk harrow can curb bluegrass crabgrass and foxtail, especially after first harvest or before growth begins.

Rubber Association of America National Automobile Chamber of Commerce S. G. Salmon Department of Agronomy Kangap State Agricultural College Raicegt Tseftl Balman

Cowpea as Hay and Food Source for Animals and Humans

The Department of Agriculture notes cowpea as valuable hay nearly equaling wheat bran in nutrition. Seed is rich protein but scarce and costly. It stores well but is attacked by weevils. Some varieties are highlighted for future distribution after careful tests.

Department of Agriculture

New York Farms and Market Prices Amid Feed Concerns

The fragment discusses cellar storage of apples and spoilage, market price impacts from priced commodities like fruit and meat, European clover pricing, and quality versus home grown seed. It notes about 193,000 farms in New York, roughly triple Washington, and warns that rapid manure spreading wastes fertilizing elements.

New York State Washington

Failed to Get Away

A prison visitor confronts a former bank cashier who admits to years of peculation before officials uncovered the crime. The exchange underscores the defendant’s admission of guilt as authorities close in.

Cincinnati Enquirer

Bayer Aspirin Warning Ady Advertisement Claimed Safety

Demand Bayer Aspirin only when the Bayer name appears on the package or tablets to ensure genuine product. The notice warns that counterfeit Bayer Aspirin may be unsafe or dangerous and claims the drug has proven safety with physicians' prescription for 25 years.

Bayer

Norsk Kraft Olje fuel invention claimed by Norwegian engineer

A Norwegian civil engineer has developed a new synthetic gasoline called Norsk Kraft Olje. The process behind St ingde has been patented, with claims extending to widespread adoption in nearly every civilized country. The announcement highlights rapid global interest in synthetic fuels and patent protection.

Norsk Kraft Olle

Cuttcura Soothes Itching Scalp Advertisement Claim

An old advertisement promotes Cuticura Ointment to ease itching on the scalp and urges daily use with Sudburg Logo shampoo and hot water for clear skin and soft, white lungs.

Cuttcura Cuticura Sudburg

Detroit News Fragment Sparks Debate on Opportunity

Fragmentary text from the Detroit News hints at a discussion about opportunity and popularity, mentioning a demonstrator and a Fortunata figure in a puzzling, garbled context. The readable portion suggests questioning whether the door opens to chance or deliberate action.

Detroit News

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