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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1954
Page
5
Advice from Gibs on how to take representative soil samples including uniform fields, eight to ten samples per location, five to ten rod diameter areas, mixing thoroughly, and recording field locations. Samples to be sent to the Gladwin soil testing laboratory with crop, rotation, lime history, and recent inputs noted.
WWTV’s farm program on Monday May 3 at 8 30 p m features Paul Gibson Clare county extension agent who will describe a family’s 25 year farm record keeping. Jerry Malosh a 4 H member will discuss dairy garden canning and personal account records. An FFA declamation team from Mc Bain will present on farm records.
Carolyn Carter argues a soil fertility plan can cut costs and raise profits. The essay promotes a flexible, five year strategy guided by the Soil and Water Conservation program, with input from the Clare County District and state and national sponsors, stressing proper rotations, soil testing, and targeted fertilizer use.
Harold pte highlights buyers preferred White Pine for Christmas trees noting small branches for shaping. Cooperators Elliott and Bruce plan drainage work to improve muck land and road access between Elliott, Stough farms. Isabella Soil Conservation District invites cooperators to discuss soil and water problems Thursdays at district HQ.
Farmers advised to vaccinate and castrate hogs, move sows to summer pasture, build shade, and improve watering. Watering is a major effort. consider plastic pipe for efficiency. Control army cutworms in grains with sprays. Push spring pigs to market as hog prices rise from April toward midsummer and market supply stays tight through July.
Clare county agricultural agent Paul D. Gibson advises delaying turnout until pastures gain height to protect forage. Michigan State College extension dairyman George Parsons says eight to ten inches for alfalfa and brome. rye ready late April, alfalfa brome around May 10. Home grown grain with early grazing helps, cows may lose weight then regain. Use coarse hay like Sudan or reed canary to allow easy access.
Classified notice announces an upcoming auction sale to be advertised in The Clare Sentinel. The item lists dates and terms for bidding, inviting local bidders to inspect and participate at the stated venue.
Specialized service at Marbre Auto Collision Service offers a free inspection with the slogan Safe Brakes Save Lives perhaps Your Own. Phone 260 W.
David G. Steinicke of Michigan State College notes six of eight farm fires start from side jobs. He urges cleanup campaigns with the Michigan Royal Safety Council to curb losses. Key tips include strict housekeeping near heating devices, proper fuel storage, clean burners, fire safe incubators, and dust free wiring systems.
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