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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1902
Page
3
The piece discusses Hereford cattle as a new improved breed, beef and mutton costs tied to beef supply, bird life and pity for a skin allergy, and countryside lessons for town boys. It recalls old farming tools like the Hussey mower and McCormick reaper, praising farm experience.
A man who planted locust for windbreak and timber belt criticizes the tree noting it never makes a decent tree, splits badly, produces ugly black pods, casts leaves late in spring and drops foliage early, expressing strong dislike.
About 250 aloes remain in the United States. The nearly tall, partially domesticated animals bred in captivity require careful handling to prevent them from becoming utterly extinct, reminiscent of the passenger pigeon.
In 1802 a wool load sold by the pound reflects era economics. A neighbor shifts cattle type on his farm, preferring a clean sale to cross breeding. One man invested in three registered Shorthorn heifers five years ago, now boasting a profitable, attractive herd. A next-door farmer stuck with scrub cattle and once mocked the Shorthorn move, but now laments his own strategy.
Essentials in dairying stress cleanliness milking and immediate cooling to extract animal odor from milk and ensure best results. The state of New York reports a splendid crop of apples this year.
A drive of 100 two year old steers gained 119 pounds each in thirty days near the writer’s home. Farmers shift from farming to banking, investing savings in home banks, while casein from milk finds daily family use. Modern grain elevators, packing houses, cold storage, and refrigerated cars stabilize markets. First car of new Texas wheat sold in Chicago at 85 cents.
Reports show 60 000 Texas cattle ready for shipment to South Africa to aid in reattacking? the war raided Dians. Cuba plans to take many cattle. A friend has a twenty horsepower stump puller engine improving stump work on decayed and live stumps up to ten inches. Northern range pastures exceed prior summers while southern pastures lag. Weeders are moved by the hundred thousand from Texas to Montana and the Dakotas.
In many communities a few storers cling to old stock as new potatoes and fresh hay flood the market. They insist on famine prices, despite abundant supply this spring. The piece notes that some men never recognize when to let go, hampering buyers and market flow.
A farmer insured a large barn but failed to read policy conditions. He operated a feed cooker inside the barn, lightning struck, and the barn burned. The insurer refused payment due to the policy’s provisions. Read terms carefully before a loss. discover restrictions before a fire.
A local bird study club brings together enthusiasts who explore fields and forests with field glasses and cameras during spring and summer rambles. Winter meetings review the season's work with readings from notable works on bird life, and the writer urges more such associations.
Heavy rainfall has flooded wide west and northwest lands this summer. Farmers converted bottom and slough soils to surface drainage during dry years, but during flood season these areas were submerged, making crop production impossible this year. Proper drainage will allow these soils to yield fine crops again.
A substantial farmer was duped three times by fraudulent schemes including a grocery deal a cloth peddler setup and a lightning rod scam. The wife allegedly entangled him in the groceries and cloth ventures, and the couple faces tense evenings with guests present.
A discussion on how wild buffalo thrived with natural salt sources across western prairies and salt lakes. The second item recounts a Park Row panhandler who fakely claimed to be a Korona survivor, deceiving a reporter, and was later caught with $15.70 after a two and a half hour scam.
Seattle exports to Japan total about 5 million dollars per year, rising to eleven times the level six years ago, reflecting a strong growth trend and expanding trade ties between the city and Japan.
William H. Barton of the New Jersey State Insane Hospital died last week from blood poisoning. A native of Boston his death followed a double shooting at the Hibernia iron mines two weeks earlier when two intoxicated workers fatally shot each other. Dr Barton wore no gloves during the autopsy and whether his blood was scratched could not be determined.
John Plergon of Swedesboro New Jersey once served in the state senate during Lincoln's era and is now 97 years old. He has resided in his present home for 65 years, reflecting a long life tied to the region and its history.
The 43rd annual fair at Des Moines runs August 22 to 31 with a new $45,000 livestock pavilion seat 4000 dedicated August 25 by Senator Cummins. Over 409 performers stage a Pompeii themed spectacle with eruptive realism. Veterans enter free. nightly campfires let old friends reminisce. famed horse races attract large grandstand crowds.
The article notes a public auction of thoroughbred cattle led by famous auctioneers Woods and Jones in front of the grandstand, promising an entertaining feature for families. It also mentions a campout area with tent rental options and a low round trip fare from across the state, highlighting affordable access to the fair attractions.
Many of the herd have never seen an auction sale and Thursday afternoon all stock entered for prizes will be marched in a parade in front of the stock pavilion for visitors to view the finest collection. Also a pyrotechnical production themed on Bulwer’s Last Days of Pompeii will be shown at the State fair atmosphere.
Kansas and Oklahoma harvest season tightens cash in Western banks. Deposits have fallen as drought earlier hurt savings, with farmers needing funds for running expenses and to pay harvest hands. Banks report 8 percent loans rising from prior levels, and officials expect demand to continue for two months until corn is harvested.
Impressive pageantry and music cap a gigantic night display as Pain's celebrated Manhattan Beach fireworks conclude the program. The crowd awaits the grand finale with high expectations, while Morea and others promise a superior performance during the impressive show. The article notes a special Tuesday event for soldiers in Queensland on August 26.
The Omaha Field Club plans to use 700 sheep to mow forty acres of thick bluegrass and clover over four days. The greens committee adopted this method after debate to restore the turf beaten by trampling on last year’s course and heavy spring growth. Rabbits were considered but deemed impractical.
The Ive stock show promises the greatest event in the middle West with the dedication of the live stock pavilion and a range of exhibits. The Last Daye of Pompeii and Old Soldier's Day highlight local attractions. President appoints Leroy B. D. Coe postmaster of Belle Plaine.
Local note from Omaba Bee reports golfers looking to unite two courses into an 18 hole layout. The piece mocks sheep mowing as a superior method to rabbits, and doubts sharp animal noises would ruin the ground quickly on heavy turf.
Alderman Foucek of Chicago says his uncle’s fortune is expanding as facts from the British East Indies come to light. Estimates rise from 8 million dollars to about 16 million after the rich uncle’s death. Relatives seeking a share multiply as the estate’s reach widens.
Union Pacific Railroad served a formal notice on Friday demanding shopmen back to work immediately or face forfeiture of their positions. Strikers say the move aims to restart work at shops along the line, while Machinists' Union Vice President Wilson says the motive will not influence his members.
In Massachusetts a new era in shipbuilding begins with the launch of the Thomas W. Lawson, the largest sailing vessel yet, the first seven masted schooner. Thousands witness the christening as the ship measures 403 feet overall with a 50 foot beam and 12 foot draft and an 8160 ton cargo capacity, nearly double typical steam freighters.
A collision on the Chicago and North Western near Ankenny this evening injures about fifteen people. Police and emergency services responded to the scene and transported several to local hospitals for treatment.
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