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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1975
Page
12
County Extension Agent urges immediate fallowing of quackgrass infested sod to starve roots and dry plants. Recommends plowing and harrowing every 2–3 weeks until freeze, then tilling again in spring. Warns against mulching and rye, notes danger of propagating weed and benefits of soil rotting to ease spring work. Also discusses fresh local sweet corn and storage tips.
Burlington Vermont youths showcase dairy skills at University of Vermont on August 11 with cattle shows from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Fitzsimmons Arena. Judges Richard Davis and Garry Culbertson evaluate Holsteins Jerseys Guernseys Brown Swiss and Ayrshire. Contestants advance from county fairs by age, with many entrants and girls leading in records and supervision by the state Dairy Teen Board.
NOVO California and Stillwater Oklahoma stories present a shift from old fashioned lumberjacks to a modern, computer aided, regulated industry. It notes loggers now earn around 30000 dollars yearly, face dangers from falling trees and widowmakers, and adapt to environmental rules and reforestation requirements. Also included is a University extension tip urging attic fans and filters to reduce fuel bills and heat.
Burlington report: Extension Service markets low cost farm building plans that can save farmers thousands. Vermont engineers say many drawings are detailed enough for first timers and cost a dollar per sheet. Plans cover barns homes and other farm structures with advice from county agents.
A near fatal bicycle incident on a highway prompts debate over rider safety and blame. The writer suggests bicycle paths and questions sidewalk riding, urging parents to check their children’s safe riding habits to prevent future tragedies.
USDA advises food stamp recipients may redeem remaining old 50c 2 and 5 dollar coupons at authorized stores and meal services until August 31. The new series began March 1 1975 with a June 30 deadline for old stamps, extended to give March April May issuances time to be used. Unused old stamps after August 31 should be exchanged at local offices. Participating grocers and meal services may redeem old coupons at banks through September 30, 1975.
Henry Strohmaier Jr. was left off last week's Bennington County Field Day winners list, despite earning Fit ting and Showmanship Champion.
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