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Fredericksburg Standard

Location

Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 25, 1926

Page

5

Why Use Lime In Soils And Crops

Lime benefits soils beyond plant nutrition by sweetening acidity, unlocking insoluble nutrients, and reducing plant toxins. It boosts bacteria that decompose organic matter and supports nitrogen fixing in legumes while aiding disease dynamics. It also alters soil structure, improving drainage in clays and cementing sands to hold moisture, though excessive lime on deep sands can cause nitrogen loss.

Eugene Butler

A Tribute to Farm Mothers

A stirring defense of farm mothers praising selfless sacrifice and family devotion. The piece questions whether households and farms support these women with modern conveniences, vacations, income options, and shared decision making, urging practical steps and appreciation.

Favor 3-Cent Gas Tax and School Aid in Tex District Meeting

In Gilmer on September 18 the Northeast Texas County Clerks and Judges Association district meeting adopted a 3 cent gasoline tax to raise scholastic apportionment to $15 and endorsed R. M. Hubbard of New Boston for State highway commissioner. Seventeen counties form the district. Greenville chosen for the next meeting city.

Gilmer Tex R. M. Hubbard New Boston Northeast Texas County Clerks and Judges Association Greenville

Plague Precautions At Liverpool Port Restarted

The United States Public Health Service will impose strict measures on ships from Liverpool England amid bubonic plague cases. Major A R Sweeney says vessel treatment depends on health certificates and a PHS inspector will review ships bound for America. Fumigation is likely for all Liverpool bound vessels.

Port Arthur Liverpool England A. R. Sweeney United States Public Health Service Sweeney America Lisbon

Produced Gas and Women Ambassadors Debate

A satirical remark questions secrecy in international treaties suggesting hiring women ambassadors would reveal motives. It notes police resisting enforcement of traditional gender roles and hints at social change.

Prohibition and the Trade of Knowledge

If any other nation wants Pro hibition the United States has a lot that is not being used. Knowing the tricks of the trade don't signify that you know the trade. Practicing the tricks of the trade won't get you any trade Old Timer. All some fellows need who are forever complaining about not getting a kick out of life is a good kick in the pants. Being ignorant is not ss much a shame as being unwilling to learn.

Tom Watson United States

Million Dollar Bank Robbery in Columbus Four Armed Men

Four armed men robbed the First National Bank of Columbus Wisconsin stealing about one million dollars in securities and ten thousand dollars in cash this afternoon. They herded patrons and staff into a vault and loaded valuables into bags before fleeing in an awaiting car. A fifth man acted as lookout and driver. The robbers wore overalls and evaded much attention as they entered near closing time. Some securities remained negotiable and bonds and cash were left behind.

Columbus Wis First National Bank

No Money for Papers Delays for Constitutional Notices

Mrs Emma Grigsby announced publishers of notices for proposed constitutional amendments to be submitted at the November general election will not be paid immediately. The payment fund is in deficiency and Governor Miriam A Ferguson is expected to seek legislative appropriation during the current session.

Emma Grigsby Miriam A. Ferguson

Boerne Lifts Ban After Influenza Eases

Boerne Texas reports the health officer’s influenza ban on schools churches and theatres lifted after no new cases appeared and patients recovered. Theatres reopen Saturday churches resume services Sunday and schools reopen Monday.

Boerne Tex

Energy in work hints at mindset and choices

The text contrasts a man's effort a spade with his focus on vegetables or bait. It notes that in finances restraint often beats haste. It observes a shift from a tradition of parents seeing children to bed to modern evenings when elders stay up later.

Peanut Politicians Face Salted Fall Prices Hint

Fragmented remarks suggest early indications that several peanut politicians may be salted this fall as price cutting implies prior overpricing.

Auto crash near Frankston leaves one dead

In Palestine region on Sunday an automobile crash on Rushy Creek road near Frankston killed Mrs. Parker and injured Jeff Parker who is reported dying at Frankton. Two other Frankston residents suffered more minor injuries as the car left an embankment.

Palestine Jeff Parker Frankton Parker Frankston

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John H. Stahl Louis Schlaudt Hatchery Fredericksburg Texas Superior Feed City Flour and Zenita Ford Liberty Aviation City Garage Wesley A. Franz Harper Mail Carrier Gordon Harper Harper Artisian Belt Felix Meurer Juenke & Schoenewolf Friedman Shelby
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