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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1967
Page
14
University of Vermont Extension Agent John C. Page explains that Macintosh apples originated from a single seed and that most Macs, along with other varieties, are propagated by grafting or budding. He notes Vermont’s climate helps Macs redden earlier, discusses variety development, and warns that seeds rarely reproduce true to type.
Lawrence H Pratt notes growing interest in nature oriented education as communities create outdoor labs. Freehold New Jersey began in 1962 with a weather station, rock garden plans, and native plantings. Nearby Dorset and South Burlington Vermont explore preserving natural areas for schools and residents under local planning guidance.
Six 4 H members presented their Rotary sponsors with a dressed chicken after receiving 25 chick units each in April Rotarians from Manchester area funded the chicks for the youngsters The event highlighted the evolving Poultry business lesson as prices and demand shift and the growers find value in family pride over profit Also note a Springfield Vermont program on inside and outside design touches led by Miss Grey with county participants and hints for sewing and clothing projects.
Plant and soil specialist Glen M Wood of UVM urges late August and September seeding for best lawn results. With warm soils and cool nights seed sprouts rapidly, but seeding past Sept 15 risks poor lawns. if seed timing slips past Oct 1 wait until spring. Steps include soil testing, liming, phosphorus deep into topsoil, adding loamy topsoil, rolling seedbed, evenly splitting seed, using Kentucky bluegrass and creeping red fescue, light starter fertilizer, and frequent watering.
Fortytwo seven horses will be auctioned at Green Mountain Park on Saturday. A spokesman for the track notes the sale will include thoroughbreds in training and fine hunter and jumper prospects. The auction begins at 1 p m in the paddock area with Raymond W Allen of Niverville N Y as auctioneer. All are invited to watch with refreshments available.
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