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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1971
Page
1
Homeowners report elm leaf beetle infestations on elm trees and in homes with beetles entering walls and crawl spaces. Recommendations include sprays such as Sevin 50 WP and EC 71-1525, plus moisture-friendly seeding guidance for alfalfa. Weather affects corn leaf blight spread. warm, humid conditions may raise risk for Southern Corn Leaf Blight. Marriage quip about changing listening roles ends the note.
Nebraska's July egg production dropped 3 percent from a year earlier, with 4.79 million layers laid up from 4.65 million last July. The state’s division noted a 2 percent increase in laying hens, and total value of eggs produced reached 34 million.
University of Nebraska Lincoln Extension economist Dr Everett Peterson says Nixon’s 90 day wage and price freeze and other deflationary controls will have mixed effects on farmers. He notes ceiling on retail food prices but potential higher equipment costs after November 12 and favors buying now for machinery. He warns the package may not boost morale and may delay inflation control, with exports possibly steady due to abundant crops and low prices.
Harold Hassebrook announces Carl Hellbusch the state winner for July of a 6,600 bushel Chief Hints prize. Carl and wife Dora farm 13 miles north of Columbus and registered at Jassebrook Farm Service.
Lincoln University extension expert Wally Moline warns prussic acid in sudangrass and hybrids can poison livestock if grazed carelessly. He notes young plants and frost sprouts concentrate the toxin, urging careful grazing, species choice, and nitrogen management to prevent losses.
The 4 H Blue Bonnet Bunnies Club held a mothers party at Ike Gerald Hemmer home. Members organized games and prizes for the mothers. The event featured songs, dancing, and a Tricks for Treats hook. Joyes Noonan reported on Stitch and Stir Lassies, noting modeling practice and booth facets.
University of Nebraska Lincoln researchers and EPA partners study oxidation ditch systems to treat wastes from confined beef feedlots near Linwood Elgin and Omaha. They assess odor control, aerobic versus anaerobic breakdown, and effects of weather conditions with a mobile lab at Mead and three commercial installations.
President Nixon's economic package aims to curb inflation and ease spiraling farm costs, with Agriculture Secretary Hardin saying the cost price squeeze is the top farmer issue. Economists caution the impact on 1971 income is limited, but may lift net income in 1972 if inflation measures hold. Watering lawns uses about a quarter to one third inch daily.
Lincoln Nebraska 4 H members prepare wildlife conservation and range management displays for the state fair on September 28 4 H youth show habitat plans animal tracks birdhouses and range grasses entries highlight the importance of careful resource use for Nebraska agriculture and livestock industries guided by Harold Silman and Dunie Foote.
At the Gnone County Fair the swine division crowned winners across classes. Junior gilt went to Rick Schack with Seen and Dave Kaul as blue ribbon entrants. Breeding boar was Rick Schack with an over all champion. Market hog honored Rick Schack with grand champion. Purple tag awarded to Tony Braun and Randy Smith. Kenneth Carter, Van Cook, Billy Braun, Jon Drog placed in purple group.
The report estimates the aggregate market value of all U.S. corporations listed on the New York Stock Exchange. It covers the total capitalization of these firms, reflecting the nation's equity market size and investment climate during the period.
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