Conservation Conversation on land use planning in county
A Bennington County conservationist discusses how land use shifts from farms to housing and golf courses. She notes rising land values, reforestation efforts, and questions whether deliberate planning or accidental change will shape the region’s future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stamford
Landgrove
Bennington County
Leroy Lawrence
Foster
Henry Senecal
Manchester
Lester Cody
Extension Agent Reports On Controlling Household Invaders
The writer urges careful, informed pest control for ants earwigs cluster flies elm leaf beetles and clover mites plus safe chemical use and home cleanliness. He notes that farmers seek effective yet practical controls and that not all insects threaten the garden and home. A safety reminder emphasizes reading labels and using proper methods. In a closing item San Francisco reports car fuel taxes totaling 7.2 billion dollars in 1965 per the National Automobile Club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
API
United States
National Automobile Club
Vermont Gardener Adaptable Douglas Fir: An Attractive Lawn Tree
A horticultural overview of the Douglas fir, its misnomers, regional growth variations, and care. It notes substantial height in the Northwest, smaller forms east of the Mississippi, seed-source importance, soil and climate adaptability, wind sensitivity, and distinctive cones and buds. It advises consulting nurserymen to ensure suitable seed origin and proper planting care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
Washington
Northwest
Rockies
British Columbia
Arizona
New Mexico
Mississippi
Colorado
Utah
Also Mentioned on This Page
West Shaftsbury
Jimmy John
Williamson
Carol Williamson
Arlington
Christine Walbridge
Extension Service Office
New York
UPI
Wurlitzer
Bennington
Warm Brook Road
U.S. 7
East Arlington
Paul Bohne
Bennington, Vt
Elm Street
Vermont Gardener
Tion
Carroll Drug
Dial
Bennington, Vermont
Main
Ies
Mountain Farm
Rt. 313
West Arlington
Pec
Burt Bros
Lady Dolls
Capris
Carters
Drysdale’s
Armory
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