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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1973
Page
1
A writer describes converting a fifty foot yard strip beside a parking area from bulb beds to a dense mixed planting. Daffodils tulips dahlias chrysanthemums lilies iris coral bells and geraniums thrive with minimal care after a single compost mulch and periodic 8 8 8 feedings, creating a year round floral display.
A 10 week TV series premiere 1 30 p m June 3 on WKY Channel 4 Oklahoma City explores personal concerns within world environmental crises. Sponsored by the American Institute of Discussion Oklahoma City and others with funding from the U S Office of Environmental Education.
The U S Department of Agriculture announces income poverty guidelines to determine eligibility for free or reduced price lunches and breakfasts for the 1973-74 school year. Guidelines apply July 1 1973 with state agencies setting parallel levels, Alaska and Hawaii adjusting for living costs, and hardship considerations allowed for family medical shelter education and disaster costs. The 1973 guidelines reflect a 342 percent rise from 1972-73.
The Senate passed a bill limiting state use of about 25 million dollars in federal funds annually. It shifts programs like the Office of Economic Opportunity and Manpower Training within state agencies, requires annual budget filings, and sets termination rules if federal funds end. Senator John Young led the major work and the measure aims to increase legislative oversight.
State health commissioner Dr. R LeRoy Carpenter urges picnickers to prevent food spoilage in warm weather. He warns germs multiply in foods like custards eggs and meats and advises cookies over pies to reduce risk. He stresses sanitation and caution at gatherings.
Oklahoma loggers face rising demand for quality hardwoods as supply tightens. Foresters advise landowners how to select and measure trees, sell by board foot, and consider non timber values such as erosion control wildlife habitat and livestock shelter. The Oklahoma Forestry Division offers guidance and services.
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