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Newspaper

Polk Progress

Location

Polk, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1929

Page

2

Rescue Mission in Istanbul Intercepted by Stormy Night

In a storm scarred Istanbul night, Nikka Zaranko aligns with Watty and Hugh to strike at Tokaiji’s fortress. Betty’s disappearance sparks a bold plan to attack from the drain while Wasso Mikali warns of further bloodshed as Nikka vows savage retaliation.

Monsieur Mademoiselle Hugh Nikka Vernon Wing Llugh Kings Vernon King Cearby Waters Sokaki Maysevl Watkins Sam Anatolia Salonika Nikka Zaranko Wasso Mikali Tokaiji Jack Ernou Betty King Galata Mikali Sokaki Masyeri Tokalfi Bosphorus Ugh Theodosius Dun Seon Hilyer Sandra Toutou Serge Maude Hilyer Toutov Foutou Touton

Old disinfection methods favored for seed potatoes over new mixtures

Extension plant disease specialist G W Fant of North Carolina State College warns that new disinfectant mixtures for potato seed pieces remain experimental and unsafe for wide use. He cites poor germination and paste residue unless materials are kept in suspension, advising growers to continue using bichloride of mercury or formaldehyde until chemistry improves.

G W. Fant North Carolina State College Wayne Pamlico Fant

Roosevelt walks Rock Creek bathes in hat and gloves

During a Rock Creek Park stroll with M Jusserand the French ambassador Roosevelt urged a float while bathing without gear. Jusserand entered water in white kid gloves and a high silk hat, explaining ladies might pass by and he wished to be modest.

Roosevelt Rock Creek Park M. Jusserand Rock Creek General Scott Jusserand

Oxford Undergraduate Asks Help From Father In Parish Magazine

An Oxford undergraduate and son of a vicar, short of money, drafted a letter to his stern parent asking politely for a copy of this month’s Parish magazine and $25. The note ends with a postscript urging the father not to forget the Parish magazine.

Oxford

Fossil coral reefs found near Bainbridge Georgia

Geologists report inland fossil coral reefs along the Bainbridge area on the Flint River in Georgia. Large reef segments show coral heads over a foot in diameter. Between 24 and 30 coral species are identified in these Tertiary age reefs.

Bainbridge Lint River Georgia

Turpentine Keeps Moths From Wardrobe Corners

Reader tips using turpentine to repel moths. A small amount poured into wardrobe corners is said to deter pests and protect clothing.

Grits Improve Hen Digestion and Egg Shells

A writer notes grit is essential for confined hens with poor feed grinding. A commercial mineral grit rich in carbonate of lime and tri calcium phosphate aids shell quality and egg production. Oyster shells added with the mineral grit further improve shell texture and reduce soft shells on Leghorn eggs.

Roughage Mills Favored for Cutting Bulky Feed

The spread of roughage mills across 35 adjoining farms near State Center Iowa shows their popularity for chopping corn stalks straw hay and other coarse feeds. Each farm hosts a mill and operators say the gadget saves feed and improves palatability for all livestock including poultry. Recutting attachments for ensilage cutters also offer another method to chop roughage into silage feed.

State Center Iowa

Farm Advice On Soil, Fertilizer And Livestock

Drained soils warm earlier this spring and rich soil reduces fertilizer costs. Maintain shop readiness for frequent needs and fix it up if needed. Fertile mind and fertile sod both drive profits. Drain tractor cylinder oil per manufacturer, alfalfa hay market is strong, and chicks grow fastest early with high protein.

Rumor Claims Women Feel Kiss After Gas

A dentist downplays a rumor that some women feel kissed after inhaling gas, insisting it causes no harm and does not affect his practice.

What Dr Caldwell Learned In 47 Years Practice

A physician reflects on constipation and urges natural treatment with Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a gentle, non habit forming laxative. He emphasizes daily bowels and avoiding drastic purges, offering free trial bottles by mail from Monticello Illinois.

Dr. Caldwell

Dignity Question in Dublin Opinion Column

In Dublin Opinion a humorous line reflects on dignity as something presumed until challenged by authority. A boy asks about dignity while the boss raises a critical question about its meaning. The witty exchange frames dignity as a contested value in work or authority.

Dublin

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Getty Princess Islands Miss Betty Hilmi Wasso Amlikali Lingh Scutari Watty Isinfect Bayer Lydia E. Pinkham Alfred Iverson St. Edwards Nebraska
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