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Newspaper
Childress Index
Location
Childress, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1968
Page
2
The Farmers and Ranchers in the Greenbelt area urge Congress to solve agricultural problems first to revitalize America's agricultural economy and ensure national prosperity. They argue city problems hinge on strong farming policy and better support for rural communities.
The article advises removing no more than one quarter to one third of the leaf surface in a single mowing to avoid weakening the lawn. Extending the practice risks insect and disease attacks on stressed turf. In a separate note, Detroit Tigers star Al Kaline will miss the game with the Chicago White Sox due to a pulled thigh and sore foot, with an exam scheduled to assess the extent of the injuries.
Billy Casper remains atop the PGA money winnings list with 148.64, as Julius Boros 45.210 and Tom Weiskopf 143.721 follow. Jack Nicklaus trails with 145.374 in the Philadelphia Classic standings.
A Farm Page series examines rodeo history from the Rodeo Reference Book. It traces cowboys rivalry, entry fees, and prize structures under the Rodeo Cowboys Association, noting independence and six or four place payoffs depending on purses.
Rural families in need of housing can obtain Farmers Home Administration loans through the Childress FHA Office led by County Supervisor Philip C. Madeley. In 1968 loans aided the Snodgrass family in Kirkland and the Conn family in Tell, with further funding for a new farm home for the Joneses west of Childress. loans assist those without private credit at favorable terms and cater to rural and small-town applicants up to 5500 population. Contact Madeley at 301 Ave B NW Childress for details.
The boll weevil population is rising across fields in Childress County as squares become scarce and weevils target bolls. Producers should patrol, apply insecticides to reduce levels, and protect quality and yield. Lawn care tips advise nitrogen fertilization, proper mowing, and avoiding excessive leaf removal to prevent pests and disease.
A guidance note from W S Allen advises proper wall prep before painting interiors including filling cracks with spackling and sanding for a smooth surface. Everett E Janne warns that construction can damage valuable trees and urges careful excavation to prevent loss of assets.
The state of North Dakota designates the wild prairie rose as its official state flower. The designation highlights the flower’s growth across prairies and its emblematic place in regional flora.
The Pitchfork Ranch in Dickens and King Counties Texas spans 163000 acres and is owned by heirs of Eugene Williams of St. Louis. It eschews oil wells, employs 100 to 150 cowboys with monthly pay 150 to 250 dollars plus room board and groceries, and relies on Hereford cattle and thoroughbred quarterhorses. Roundups run two months each spring and fall, with cooks earning more than cowboys. labor shortages and coyote control affect operations.
Remarks by Congressman Bob Price in Hereford criticize farm program parity figures and accuse politics of harming farmers. He advocates overhauling the program while noting income declines and consumer subsidies, urging action by the next Congress.
The 15th wedding anniversary is traditionally called the Crystal Anniversary, marking a decade and a half of marriage with symbolic clarity. Crystal represents beauty and transparency in long shared life, reflecting enduring commitment and refined partnership.
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