4-H Calf Club Safety Theme Meeting Recap
The Acton 4-H Calf Club met at the Community Center on April 8 with opening by Keith Althon and a review of last meeting’s minutes. Members discussed calf care, feeding, and safety, with talks on digestion, feeds, and preventing injuries, followed by group activities and a film. The May 6 farm meeting at Don Mathews’ hosted by vice-president Bob Lasby concluded with roll call, reasons for judging, and final placing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Te Acton
Keith Althon
Mnvetiig
Caltiy
Shia Jenbalis
Cathy
Albertt
Don Mathews
Bob Lasby
Cathy Lasby
Halton
Trish Sweetman
Dave Jackson
Halton 4-H Beef Calf Club Meeting Report
The Halton 4-H Beef Calf Club held its May 8 meeting at Credite dale Farm Streetsville with C McKee host. Members judged yearling Angus steers and heifers under Jim Maher and official judges McKay and McKinnon. Jim Jenkins spoke on feed supplements as the club divided juniors and seniors for discussions on nutrients and balanced rations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. McKee
Creditedale
R.R. 3
Streetsville
Creditdale
Jim Maher
Jim McKay
John McKinnon
Halton
Jim Jenkins
J. Willmott
Jenkins
Mr. McKinnon
Root maggots threaten vegetables in spring and fall
A reader notes maggots attacking cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, turnips, onions, and carrots. Diazinon is advised for home gardens in liquid powder or granular forms with different application methods. Repeats may be needed for cabbage and cauliflower, and timing centers on May, June, and late summer. Protective steps vary with crop and scale.
Obstruction on Rural Drives Requires Trim Back
As winter covers bare branches, overgrown shrubs and bushes along farm driveways obscure views. Check your driveway with a vehicle or tractor and trim back brush to restore clear sight lines.
Widow Seeks Policy Payout Sparks Sharp Retort
A newly widowed woman visited the insurance office seeking the proceeds of her late husband's policy. The manager expressed condolences, prompting her to snap that men are always sorry when a poor woman has a chance to make a little money.
Also Mentioned on This Page
The
Acton Free Press
Peel
Consancanan Authority
Mounithengon
Wedewidsy
Frank Yanmearmans
Mr. Jenkins
Hundul Murray
Carda
Guthy
Taaby
Kan. Johnston
Free Press of
Rob-El
Acton
United Church Women
Ralph-Denny
Beardmore and Co
Micro Plastics
Pete Sweetman
McKees
Stuart Nurse
Howard Targwell
Vicee Pres
Lois Hunter
Mary McGee
Bertram Stewart
Tarzwell Farm
John Dunford
Erin Township
Ospringe
Brisbane
Erin Township School Board
H. S. Holden Optometrist
Cork St
East Guelph
Richardson’s
TV & Appliances
Main ST. E
Milton
Lovell Bros. Modern Meat Market
Lovell Bros
Coronet
Towers Corolla
Park Motors
Highway
Georgetown
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