Tree Shaker and Shotgun Aid Pecans Harvest
Texas A&M extension experts report a near record pecan crop at 42 million pounds. Growers use mechanical tree shakers to drop nuts in 3 to 5 minutes, saving harvest costs. protect crops from wildlife with shotguns and metal guards. Pecans can be stored shelled in freezer lockers up to two years.
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College Station
Turkey
J. F. Rosborough
Extension Horticulturist
Texas A&m College
Texas
Rosborough
New Hampshire's Wealth From Natural Resources
New Hampshire was among early colonies that grew rich from natural resources rather than farming.
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New Hampshire
Controlling Peach Borers With Fall Treatments
Texas A&M entomologist C A King outlines methods to control peach tree borers. Clear around trunks, raise soil level, and apply diluted ethylene dichloride emulsion or paradichlorobenzene crystals with proper amounts by tree age. Apply from post leaf-fall to early spring and mid fall timing for crystals.
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College Station
C. A. King
Texas A&m College
King
Portland police use nighttime checkpoints against drunken driving
Portland Maine Saturday night road blocks are Police Chief John M Mulkern s latest weapon against drunken drivers. Officers stop automobiles to inspect operator s licenses during which time they are equally alert for evidence of liquor. The first night s work netted five drunken drivers.
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Portland
John M. Mulkern
Censors Rough Mexican Movie Makers Face Export Hurdles
Mexican cinema faces export barriers in Spain and worldwide due to censorship voice dubbing and high tariffs. Spokesman Fernando Bustamante notes Spain rejects much of Mexico’s moral dramas while dubbing and local language preferences hurt reception. Tariffs and Argentina competition also hinder access, though goodwill remains and joint Spain projects may use mixed talent.
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Mexico City
Spain
Fernando Bustamente
Bustamente
Mexico
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