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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1946
Page
1
Ralph Rogers County Extension Agent writes farewell note to colleagues and readers in the farm production column. He reflects on working with Hillis Moffet June Carroll and other friends since April 1 1943 and notes his move to Columbia Missouri on June 1.
The outlook shows baling wire will not be enough to keep all balers busy through the haying season. Farmers should buy Bailey wire and binder twine soon due to a very tight supply.
Lespedeza fields should be mowed now to yield a clean hay crop or improve pasture production. Timely mowing helps control weeds and promotes robust regrowth for forage use.
Report discusses heavy rain washing corn and soil from hillside rows. It notes that contour farming reduced erosion by 3% and increased yields by 15% for corn. soybeans also benefit, with a reminder that it is not too late to contour.
If freezing peas, select firm plump peas and shell by hand. Remove imperfect peas and any foreign material. Blanch in scalding water 1 to 14 minutes, then cool in cold water and drain. Pack dry or in a 2 percent brine made with 1 teaspoon salt per cup water.
Caution urged as some hesitate to use DDT while others buy oil emulsion for livestock. County extension offices advise checking guidelines. DDT is considered safe and effective when used properly.
Do you have bees or know someone who has a recent swarm. Contact the Extension office for Bulletin 305 Beekeeping in Missouri.
The Hessian fly causes damage as a maggot after entering the wheat stem. It feeds on sap after moving behind the leaf sheath. Pull the blade and sheath to locate maggots, usually tucked behind dry sheaths near stubble.
The optimal alfalfa cut occurs when new growth from crowns is two to three inches long, yielding plants in early bloom to one third full bloom. Later cuts reduce quality. very late cuts lower feed value. Fall cuttings depend on hay needs or stand life. Wintering at six inches tall strengthens future yield. Pruning shrubs like spirea quince goldenbell and bush honeysuckles removes dead growth thins remaining canes and trims stems to control growth and maintain balance with neighbors.
The text advises using chicken fat suet tallow and meat drippings in seasonings and in breads and desserts. It recommends keeping fats in a cool dark covered place and learning methods other than frying to prepare foods.
Reports from Washington say stockings will cover all women this year with 10 to 12 pairs each. The forecast hinges on proper distribution to ensure full access to nylons and rayons for 1946.
OPA has no stocking regulations while consumers face limits. A GPA official cites monthly output around 44 million pairs for the rest of the year, below wartime highs, due to nylon capacity and rayon yarn constraints. He urges producer merchant and consumer cooperation to ensure fair distribution and prevent hoarding.
Memorial Day reflection on sacrifice and peace. Veterans from colonial times to present service members are honored, with a call for loyalty, liberty, and world cooperation. The piece laments indifference and urges unity, democracy, and brotherhood among nations.
Veterans administration outlines rules for GI Bill unemployment benefits. Temporary job work does not forfeit rights and claims may be made within two years after war end or discharge. Weekly pay up to 20 dollars for up to 52 weeks, non consecutive. 10 months active service secures max 52 weeks. Reenlistment in service extends the claim window but not beyond five years postwar.
The past week brought generally good weather to the middlewest with light showers in Iowa and Missouri. A Thursday night storm brought wind hail rain and possible tornadoes affecting Missouri Kansas Nebraska Iowa and South Dakota with up to five inches of rain in places and eight inches in a South Dakota town. Temperatures averaged warm later in the week with a high of 80 on Friday May 24. Herman F. Kille.
Robert Morrow of Columbia visited on Friday for business. Mrs F L Gooch of Kansas City stayed a day last week to visit family. Clell Cox and H L Adams of Milan were here last Thursday afternoon on business. Mr and Mrs Sam Falconer of Kansas City spent the rest of the week with her mother Mrs Marietta Sparks.
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