1970 Plan to Finish Uncompleted Ponds in Bennington County
Lawrence Pratt outlines the Bennington County Natural Resource Conservation District 1970 work plan. Top priority is finishing 27 started ponds from 1969, with only 10 completed due to rain, equipment limits, and Soil Conservation Service staffing. Plans include seeking more survey time, coordinating with Vermont agencies, and holding the Feb 18 annual meeting at Worthy Inn Manchester.
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Bennington County
Soil Conservation Service
Larry Hamel
Windham County
Vermont Extension Service
Vermont Forest Service
Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service
Worthy Inn
Manchester
Lighter Side on Sonic Booms and Livestock Reactions
A humorous UPI column discusses USDA research showing loud noises cause temporary disturbances in cows pigs and turkeys. It notes milk flow and nursing resume after short interruptions and even suggests a satirical scheme where sonic booms reduce egg breakage by encouraging turkeys to crouch during laying.
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Washington
UPI
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Department
Rehabilitation program highlighted at Battenkill Grange meeting
WEST ARLINGTON Battenkill Grange members discussed a Farm Family Project backed Rehabilitation Program by Health and Welfare for rural residents in Bennington Rutland and Addison counties. Charles Mason explained aims to help those in need. A candle lighting service honored the youth group and a 1970 poster was presented. Fun Night set for Jan 21 at 8 pm with members to perform skits.
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West Arlington
Battenkill Grange
Charles Mason
Pawlet
Bennington
Rutland
Addison
Health and Welfare Department
Roy Crofut
Specialist Explains Care Of Snow Laden Shrubbery
University of Vermont expert Dr. Norman Pellett outlines snow impacts on ornamentals, noting snow itself causes little damage but weight from settling or extra piles can break branches. He advises shoveling away from plants, using tepee covers for sheltered evergreens, and widening snow areas to reduce pressure.
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Burlington
Norman Pellett
University of Vermont
Leach Named Recipient Of County Dairy Award
Kenny Leach 17 of Pawlet was named outstanding dairy club member for 1969 at the county dairy banquet in Manchester on January 9. He received the rotating trophy and his name was added to the county plaque, following a career including the New England 4H Dairy Show and state dairy judging teams. Runners-up were Margaret Harris, Melvin Lawrence, and Tim Leach. John Page urged dairy club members to reflect their effort in their animals.
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Kenneth Leach
William Leach
Pawlet
Dairy Club
Manchester
Kenny
Thomas Elder
New England
Vermont
Margaret Harris
Melvin Lawrence
Shaftsbury
Tim Leach
John Page
Tax Time Looms For Farmers In New 1040F Year
County Agent warns dairy farmers face higher taxes under the repealed investment credit and the new 1040F form. Poor record keeping inflates taxes as milk and livestock income contrast with scattered cash purchases. He urges strict accounting and a ready checkbook for the looming payment deadline.
Home Roofs Still at Risk After Vermont Storm
Vermont extension expert Milo Moore warns that even sturdy home roofs can fail under future snow or wind loads after the holiday storm. He outlines practical safety steps for snow removal and ice control, including footwear, rope use, disconnection of electric heat cables, downward shoveling, ladder bracing on steep roofs, and salt application with caution to avoid gutter and interior damage.
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Burlington
Vermont
Milo Moore
University of Vermont Extension Service
Moore
Visitors Flock to Vermont Farm Show at Barre
Vermont Farm Show runs January 27 to 29 at Barre Auditorium with stand by generators and emergency farm equipment as key topics amid rural storm emergencies. About 10 000 attendees expected. admission free. children welcome with adult. Hours extend to 8 30 p.m. on January 27 and 6 p.m. January 28. January 29 closes at 4 30 p.m.
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Barre
Vermont
Mail Order Plants Need Special Care
Burlington report advises caution with mail order plants. Dr Norman E Pellett of the University of Vermont Extension stresses buying from reputable firms, inspecting viability upon arrival, and storing plants properly if immediate planting isn’t possible.
Lincoln man discovers dog mix up after shop haircut
Charles Hall of Lincoln bought a poodle named Chikk from a local pet shop. After a frilly haircut the owner realized the shop had given him the wrong dog, nearly a day later.
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Lincoln, England
Charles Hall
Chikk
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Turkey
Grange
Salem’s
U.S
Super Market
Main St
Rosasco
Enterprise
Berkshire Plaza
North Adams
Mass
Quinlan
Leach
County Dairy
William P
Snow County
Sam
Nelson
Rockefeller
Norman E. Pellett
Swift's Premium
Daisy Ham
Birdseye
Woz. Loe
Sara Lee
Morton
Oysters
Sori
Iano
Crisco Oil
Lipton Tea
Comet Cleanser
Pillsbury
Vermont Maid Syrup
Viva Towels Fuscines Coisrs
Musslemanns Applesauce
N.B.C. Saltines
Gane
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