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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1962
Page
5
National Farm Safety Week runs July 22 28 with the theme Safety at Work and Play. Vermont last year saw 12 farm deaths nine in machine accidents two children in tractor incidents. Experts urge safer tractor use proper markings and fire prevention to cut the toll.
Basic berry preserve method uses 2 cups sliced berries 1/2 cup water 2 tablespoons powdered pectin 12 or liquid Sucaryl. Cook 5 to 6 minutes then boil 2 minutes with sweetener. Stir until boiling, ladle into sterilized glass and cover with hot paraffin. Each tablespoon counts toward calories.
County Agricultural Agent reports localized rains, drought stressing corn and pastures. Farmers curb hay cutting and feed oats, while some convert pasture to feed cows. No farms reported water outages as of July 20, but wells and springs could suffer if rain stays away. Land care and cropping can revive worn fields. otherwise land gradually erodes into brush and woods.
Home Demonstration notes announce the 1962 weekend for homemakers at 4 H Camp starting July 26. Last chance to enroll. contact Mrs Warren Thayer to check space. Contains guidance on activities, speakers, and a trip to the Nutmeg Shop, plus health and home tips and a note on not washing Dacron pillows.
The Cooperative Extension Service lists six 4-H scholarships for college freshmen and juniors. Four awards of 1600 dollars target forestry majors, open to current or former 4-H members. two awards of 800 dollars focus on crop protection and production. Eligible juniors in agriculture must major in agronomy soils entomology plant pathology or horticulture. Applications go through the state 4-H leader or county agent.
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