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The results obtained by soaking bulbs in warm solutions of 
chemicals appear to offer no advantage over soaking in warm water. 
It may, however, prove advisable to use a warm weak solution of 
carbolic acid as a soaking medium, as by this means the bulbs may 
become sufficiently disinfected to deter further eelworm attack. 
Effects of Cold. 
Many growers were of the opinion that the severe winter 
temperatures experienced this year would aid in reducing the eel- 
