Fertilizer Use for Corn Varies with Prices and Soil Tests
Purdue economist P R Robbins argues farmers should tailor fertilizer to crop value and soil needs. Soil tests guide nutrient use. consider fertilizer costs, nitrogen price, and manure replacement. He notes practical limits for first to third year corn and cautions against stopping liming or legume-building practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lafayette
Ind
P. R. Robbins
Purdue University Agricultural Economist
Robbins
Indiana
Kankakee Valley
Estate items of Orlie A. Reese Adm
List of household goods including a Whirlpool washer 18 ft deep freez Marion electric range breakfast set day bed bedroom suite iron bed springs mattress dresser feather beds living room suite rug mower and other articles. Values and ownership noted for probate sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Electrolux
Marion
Fertilizer yields in Purdue test show rainfall driven results
Purdue University field tests show 80 pounds of nitrogen per acre boosted corn yields from 49 to 87.5 bushels in four profitable moisture years and raised sweet clover intercrop yields from 95 to 104 bushels. Gains peak when mid summer rainfall exceeds six inches, especially June 20 to August 20.
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Lafayette
Ind
Purdue University
Indiana Seeks Land Exchange to Tighten Forest Boundaries
The Indiana Department of Conservation reports approval of a 2878 acre land swap between state and federal forest lands to balance administration. Key tracts lie in Brown, Martin, and Monroe counties with additions to Ferdinand and Martin state forests. A further proposal would transfer 3180 acres in Martin county to the state at no cost for Martin State Forest. Separately, Dr. Charles Wier notes Indiana still holds 37 billion tons of coal, with 16 million mined last year valued at $60 million, ranking seventh in production behind several states.
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Indiana
State Conservation Commission
Ralph F. Wilcox
U. S. Forest Service
U.S. Forest Service Administration
Forest Service
Wilcox
Brown, Martin
Monroe
Ferdinand
Morgan-Monroe
Martin
U. S. Secretary of Agriculture
Martin County
Resettlement Administration
Martin State Forest
Secretary of Agriculture
Charles Wier
Indiana Geological Survey
Geological Survey
Department of Conservation
Wier
West Virginia
Pennsylvania
Kentucky
Tax Tales and the Burden of Figures in Rome and Beyond
The piece argues tax systems mirror ancient Rome and Nero, with tax farmers and the burden on the poor. It compares historical levies to modern income reporting, noting many taxpayers struggle before the gate of heaven for lack of accurate figures. The text lampoons the complexity of tax collection and its persistence through time.
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Rome
Nero
Louis XV
Heaven’s Gate
Notice of Final Report in Estate of Henry G Stager
Ann G. Stager as executrix files final accounting for the estate of Henry G. Stager deceased in Bush county circuit court case docket 32 page 34. A March 27, 1958 examination date is set for interested parties to appear and show cause why the account should not be approved. Heirs and claimants must appear and prove their claim to any portion of the estate. Judge Marshall presiding.
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Kiplinger
Henry G. Stager
Circuit Court of
Bush
Ann G. Stager
Rush Circuit Court
Marshall
la Venne Phillips
Ella L. Nelson
Rushyville
Indiana
Louise ,Philips
Rush County
Russell White
Indiana Seeks Proposals for Weed and Brush Herbicide Application
The Indiana State Highway Department invites sealed bids for herbicide treatment along roadside rights of way in the Greenfield District. About 1183 gallons of brush killer with 2 pounds each of 2 4-D and 2 4 5-T acids are to be furnished and applied over roughly 591 miles in Rush County. Proposals due March 25 1958 at 10 A.M. CST, in Indianapolis. John Peters is chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Highway Department
State House Annex
Indianapolis
Indiana
Greenfield
Rush
Department
STATE
Highway Department OF Indiana
John Peters
Notice to Contractors for Bridge Scraping Cleaning and Painting
Sealed proposals for scraping cleaning and painting bridges in the Greenfield District Indiana will be received by the State Highway Department chairman at the State House Annex Indianapolis until 10 00 A M CST on the 25th day of contract M 4325 Bridge Painting for twenty five steel structures in Rush County Bids cover scraping cleaning of about 3386 linear feet and painting about 2247 gallons of paint Indianapolis Indiana STATE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Highway Department
State House Annex
Indianapolis
Indiana
Greenfield
Rush
OF Indiana
John Peters
4-H Community Project Winners Honored for Service
Sue Richardson of Untertown and Martin for 4-H win Community Relations awards from the William Wrigley Jr Co. The pair logged many public appearances promoting 4-H, with Richardson leading youth outreach and club leadership while Martin chaired a county fundraising project and promoted 4-H to the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sue Richarduntertown
Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co
Young Martin
Martin
Ihs Cooperative Extension Service
Do You Remember When March 19 1948 Local Notes Carthage
Do You Remember When article recalls events from March 19 1948 in Carthage area. It notes deaths births appointments divorces hospitalizations PTA officers and local happenings including radio job changes and school notes. Highlights include the death of Mrs Cornelia Koontz, a baby born in Rushville, a divorce filing by Lulu Rumple, and the death of Mrs Ellen Hand with survivors listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornelia Koontz
James McGeorge
Carthage
Robert Tuttle
Carthage Radio and Appliance Shop
Rushville
Kelso McCorkle
City Hospital
James Maze
North Market St
Henry Co. Hospital
Thompson
Carthage Parent Teachers Association
Harold Ruby
Rachel Blessinger
Mary Heim
Eva Leisure
Henry Leslie
Carroll Stevens
Nazarene Church
Malcolm Jessup
Grace
Freda ‘McGeorge
Malcolm
New Salem
Frank Jessup
Noah Whitaker
Ray Powers
Milroy
Oran Henley
Mt. Comfort
Walter Dyer
Anderson
Remy
Clarabelle Dhonau
Walter Dhonau
Ellen Hand
James Terhune
Near Here
Rush Branch
Terhune
Overeating Habits and Childhood Obesity Concerns
The article notes that infants unsettled by persistent overeating may cause maternal worry if growth is slower than expected. It highlights heredity as a strong factor, with three-fourths of overweight children having overweight parents. Glandular causes are rare, while illness or restricted activity can reduce energy expenditure and fat children require guidance to adjust eating habits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eeven
Fai
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Sexson & Bradley
Earl Mattix
William E. Reese
Sexson & Bradley Stock Barn
S. State Street
Orlie A. Reese, Adm
Mrs
James Moore
Chas. Robbins
Harold W. Handley
Sandra Kaye Ring
Sandra
Sterling Ring
Gary
Congress
Saint Peter
Sue Richardson
Lynn Martin
Joe Marsh
Ildea
Hap Wilson
Billy Bumblebee
Hap
United States Brewers Foundation
Eugene R. Gardner
Fletcher M. E
Jean Webb
Rosalie Humes
Rue Ewing
Donna Jean
Versailles Baptist Church
Hal Rohm
Seymour
Color Film Service
Henley
Knightstown
Federal Land Bank Loans
Decatur National Farm Loan Association
WM. F. Smith
Sec
Treas
FIRST
Morgan Rushville
Baushack Fertilizer Co
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