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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1952

Page

4

Farber Named District Judge in Marshall Tama Benton Counties

Gov William Beardsley appoints former municipal judge as district judge to serve Marshall Tama Benton counties succeeding late Judge B O Tankersley of Marshall town. Three county bar association recommended Farber for the appointment. Audit reports Iowa Soldier s Home at Marshalltown operated in a businesslike manner with total operating costs 281 337 last year. Residents and federal government contributed 181 818, including 66 090 from residents and 115 728 from the government. 52 20 unemployment benefit for World War I veterans set to expire July 25, eight year program has provided 46 997 816 in benefits to Iowa veterans with an average 13.5 weeks of payments.

Marshall-Tama - Benton William & Beardsley Farber B. O. Tankersley Marshalltown Three County Bar Association Iowa Home

Iowa politics muddled by church campaign and third party rise

Candidates Court Democratic Delegates advocates liquor law support and local option law in Iowa. Clergy in Politics Chester Yeaman claims church pulpit campaigning for Robert Larson violated church state separation, citing 300 to 800 ministers. Larson reacts with surprise. Two Democrats quit race for state legislature, with vacancies to be filled locally. Third Party Republicans Vigilantes formed by Ernest Seeman after filing issues with nomination. Lt Governor William Nicholas denies head ticket bid. New judge M. C. Farber named in Marshalltown.

Chester C. Yeaman Sioux City Robert Larson Larson Yeaman Iowa Des Moines William C. Smith Fayette State Senate C. Edwin Gilmour Grinnell House of Representatives Secretary of State Republican Vigilantes Ernest J. Seeman Waterloo Seeman Melvin Synhorst Mason City William Nicholas GOP

Censorship Is a Dangerous Force in Newspaper Work

This editorial argues that censorship harms public access to facts and that editors should rely on their judgment to balance public interest against private rights. It warns that even minor censorship efforts set dangerous precedents and urges readers to resist attempts to omit information from news reporting.

What About Coccidiosis in Farm Animals

A compact overview explains coccidiosis an intestinal disorder caused by coccidia affecting most domestic livestock including cattle sheep goats swine poultry and pets. It notes higher risk for calves, species differ in parasite type, outbreaks arise from overcrowding poor sanitation and contaminated water, symptoms include straining diarrhea weight loss and weakness, and early treatment plus sanitation and segregation help prevent outbreaks.

Cultivate Enough to Kill Weeds in Corn

Farmers debate how often to cultivate corn with experiments showing no clear link between cultivation count and yield. The main aim is weed control, and the frequency should be guided by effectiveness against weeds rather than yield expectations. When weeds are controlled by cultivation, fewer passes may suffice.

Effect of Cultivation on Crop Yields in Different Soils

The article notes that hoeing and soil cultivation do not always improve yields. Cultivation mainly kills weeds to reduce competition for food and light, with some cases showing benefit for corm yields depending on soil. Deep cultivation after roots extend can reduce yields by pruning roots.

Prospects Bright For Dairy Farmers

Prospects look good for the dairymen as they keep high producing cows to meet rising national demand for dairy products. Culling off quality heifers is advised this year, but not selling good producers. Iowa farmers find regular cream checks provide needed cash while maintaining herd value.

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Move to abolish exclamation point stirs debate

Readers weigh the impact of removing exclamation points in writing as publishers and editors consider standardizing punctuation in ads and headlines. The chatter reflects evolving style norms and public acceptance of subtle emphasis.

Ways to Keep a Basement Dry

Wet basements in summer due to condensation on walls or pipes. Open windows at night to vent humid air and close them during the day to keep out muggy air. Use moisture absorbing chemicals like calcium chloride in small rooms. A dehumidifier removes water from the air, though in large basements it can be costly.

Juxtaposed Jests and Jibes From a Light Hearted Exchange

A string of quips and banter features flirtatious lines about love and clothes, cheeky remarks on gossip and appearances, a country visit joke, a honeymoon miscue on a train, a schoolyard whack joke, and a waiter punchline about serving anyone. The tone mirrors old time humor with quick setup and punchy payoff.

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