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Newspaper
Clare Sentinel
Location
Clare, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1955
Page
4
County Agent Paul Gibson notes Hessian fly damage can occur even after the fly free date due to late frosts. September 12 is established as Clare County’s fly free date, and wheat planted after that date should be safe from infestation. Farmers are advised to be patient and wait for the date to protect young wheat.
Michigan researchers report Seneca as the top red winter wheat for 1956 planting with Thorne close behind but ineligible for certification. Yorkwin and Genesee are noted as viable options along with Knox in limited areas. Certified seeds from Hudson, Genesee, Cornell, Yorkwin, and Seneca are available, with seed lists from the county extension office or Michigan State University.
President Eisenhower receives a refotiller from Douglas Hopper of Glen Dale California the national president of the American Legion Boys Nation and Kenneth Jennison of Carthage Missouri the national vice president in a ceremonial exchange.
Michigan swine producers are urged to nominate a litter for the sow testing project. The call invites participants to submit eligible sows and litters for evaluation, aiming to advance breeding programs and improve herd genetics statewide.
Michigan State University expert Milton Erdmann urges resting alfalfa pastures in September to protect carbohydrate reserves and winter hardiness. With fall rains and scarce pasture, alternatives include using permanent bluegrass, reed canary grass, early August rye, or silage to extend grazing without harming future stands.
A Michigan State University entomologist says five per cent DDI dust effectively controls the common flea. The pest expert recommends application guidance and safety precautions for homeowners and pest management professionals.
The Home Demonstration Council outlines a busy calendar from August Island Park through July with districts rallying in Anita and Mt. Pleasant. Plans include dressmaking classes, sewing, ornament crafts, furniture topics, social security talks by EB Hill, nutrition lessons, and Christmas projects.
Michigan State University economists say most of the national economy is thriving while farm prices fall partly offset by higher marketings and lower costs from bigger yields. They project record farm output and livestock production with lower prices, hoping prosperity carries into 1956. a bulletin on the Michigan Natural Resources Conference findings is available from MSU, the University of Michigan, and Michigan Tech.
Isabella County farmers are invited to an aerial seeding demonstration on August 31 at 10:00 A.M. at the Orin and Duval First farm three miles west of Rosebush. The event, led by B C Mellancamp and Dave Dawson, highlights low costs of about $1.50 per acre and notes improved stands from aerial rye seeding.
A local bake sale promotes funds for county support with a note of thanks to participants and Miss Glayds Knight of Michigan for assistance. The event showcases community efforts and continued backing from local groups.
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