Farmers invited to join REAP conservation program
Vermont farmers are urged to contact county ASC offices to participate in the 1973 Rural Environmental Assistance Program. John Clark of Shelburne notes the REAP plan announced in Washington and a regional Vermont meeting will outline details. The program provides about a 50 50 government share for farm conservation practices with long term environmental benefits.
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Burlington
Vermont
Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service
John Clark
Shelburne
ASC
Washington
Fall lawn care tips for Vermont and wildlife note
Burlington advice from University of Vermont agronomist Winston A Way urges continued fall mowing to remove top growth and prevent spring dead growth and snow mold. He stresses raking leaves before winter, using a push sweeper or broom, and adding yard leaves to compost. promotes the lawn care publication available by mail. Also reports a San Francisco bald eagle Charlie, an endangered species, returned to the zoo after two days of freedom.
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Burlington
Winston A. Way
Extension Agronomist
University of Vermont
Way
Vermont
Morrill Hall
San Francisco
UPI
Charlie
Compost Pile Solves Leaf Disposal Problem in Burlington
Burlington hears advice from Dr. Norman Pellett on using a home compost pile to handle fall leaves. He explains pile size, materials, moisture and temperature control, and how leaf molds create humus for gardens while noting regulations may ban leaf burning.
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Burlington
Norman Pellett
University of Vermont
Bangkok River Raid Ends With Dozens Rescued
Police raided a riverside gambling parlor in Bangkok on a wet Sunday night. About 30 officers chased around 100 patrons. 56 were pulled from the river as others fled, leaving several patrons unaccounted for.
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Bangkok
UPI
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