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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1958
Page
5
Farmers may file claims for a three cent per gallon refund on gasoline used for agriculture from July 1 1957 through June 30 1958. Forms mailed to 1957 claimants or available from IRS Wichita district office or county agents. Deadline September 30.
Neosho County farmer must fulfill Acreage Reserve terms through 1958 though payment is received soon. No harvest from the reserve in 1958 and limited planting for 1959 with ASC approval. Grazing is restricted to emergencies with Secretary of Agriculture permission. violations may require repayment and a civil penalty equal to 50 percent of the payment.
The American Foundation for Animal Health cautioned farmers that a weeping eye discharge in cattle can signal pinkeye. The disease peaks in summer, starts as a red growth on the eye, causes pain and temporary blindness, and can disrupt calf and pasture behavior.
Erie report shows the Soil Conservation Service completed 22 basic plans covering 3,698 acres from January to July. Total district basic plans reach 925 with 159,513 acres under conservation. Practices include contour farming 245 acres crop residue use 1,852 acres waterway development 9 windbreaks 4 and more. One stockwater pond and an erosion control dam were built along with 16 miles of terraces. Land conversion moved cropland to grass woods or crop land.
Illinois agronomists Dr S T Aldrich and Dr R T Odell urge liberal fertilization where needed as fertilizer prices are favorable. Odell notes rising corn yields lower net production costs, citing tests from 40 Central Illinois farms showing cost per bushel drops as yields climb from 52 to 91 bushels per acre.
Dale Hensley former Neosho County 4 H agent was hired as Montgomery County 4 H agent. He assumed duties last Tuesday on a one year contract after serving as acting agent while Cecil Eyestone was on leave to study at Colorado State University. Eyestone left to join the state 4 H office.
Gale Mullen announced the annual ASC farm program election setup for Neosho County. Community boards, chosen by the county ASC election board, will conduct mail ballots to elect township delegates and form the county committee.
In Richmond Missouri an enraged son attacked a 56 year old farm woman who had entered a pen and picked up a pet pig. Lucy Schwensen suffered a fractured left arm lacerations and puncture wounds of her left hip and both legs as she was knocked down and trampled after the sow reacted to the squealing pig.
Humboldt resident Mrs. Justin Flynn, longtime Allen County Welfare Program employee since 1935, resigns to pursue a second year post graduate scholarship at the University of Kansas. She studies psychiatric social work and will finish research for the State Welfare department on dependent and neglected children under the juvenile code. Harlene Kackley named acting director during her absence. Mrs. Flynn will join the Kansas Welfare department after graduation.
A long visit season unfolds with Mr. and Mrs. York hosting Mary and Clarence York, Mrs Clarence York from Tooele Utah assists in care, and relatives from Altoona Chanute and Hutchinson gathering. Neosho Memorial Hospital admission for Grace Barrackman after an ankle fracture follows weekend family events featuring Potts Vaughan and Kendra visiting from Kansas City.
Altoona report highlights Don Haring representing the local Methodist Youth Fellowship at the Youth Institute in Baldwin last week. Also noted are birth announcements, visits of relatives, and local residents returning home from Wichita.
A roundup of area residents and relatives visiting kin or traveling to events. Families and guests include Bert and Florene Kepley, Susie Sires of Kansas City, the Post family, Henry McDaniel in hospital care, Pete Turner moving homes, and visits by the Stanleys to Oklahoma.
Daily average production of crude oil and condensate rose by 117,840 barrels to 6,410,940 barrels for the week ended July 5, driven by gains in Texas and Utah. Declines occurred in New Mexico and Kansas, while 1958 production is projected at 1,201,133,700 barrels.
The Chanute Tribune reports July 8 1958 that Oklahoma crude oil production increased by 11 400 barrels to 534 400 barrels in the year over year comparison. The article notes nationwide gains and highlights Oklahoma as a key contributor to the rise.
Frontenac AP reports machinist John Sinkovic converted an old car into a storm shelter. He removed wheels and components, buried the car body 30 inches, added windshield steps and benches, covered with dirt and grass, and hid the entrance with latticework from the street.
Harrisburg AP reports Lower Paxton Township residents are asked to answer a county questionnaire on happiness and reasons. Board chairman Robert Roe Buck says the survey is unusual but aims to aid future planning for the growing township.
A compact ad feature highlights practical tips for shoppers to verify quality, compare prices, and avoid scams. It outlines steps to check warranties, read fine print, and seek trusted brand names for secure purchases.
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