06 May 1972
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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1972
Page
1
A Nebraska extension note advises checking stored grain for hot spots after a warm spell. Use a thermometer or nose to detect heating, move or dry grain as needed, and probe for insects. Also mentions pine tree browning and two extension circulars on vegetable transplants and growing table beets.
The Telegram newspaper lists subscription rates delivered by carrier in Columbus and by rail in Platte and adjacent counties. Rates are given per year, with mail options across Missouri Valley states. A change of address instruction advises notifying the local postmaster and civic authorities. Readers are reminded of missing telephone contact details and weekend deadline hours.
Soil Stewardship Week observed May 7 to 14, led by Platte County Soil and Water Conservation District. Theme Creative Conservation urges citizens to act as stewards of soil water air and sunshine. District distributes free inserts to churches and urges public involvement for environmental care.
Census data show a four percent rise in the farm labor force in 1971 led by casual or part time workers. About 2.55 million people did wage farm work, up from 1970, with 1.191 million working less than 25 days. The typical worker was 23, male, not on a farm, earning about 822 dollars. Migrant and year round workers were fewer, while 58 percent did not work year round. Milk cows declined slightly to 12.3 million, the smallest drop since the mid 1950s, and wheat is increasingly used as livestock feed, totaling about 15 percent of annual U.S. wheat production.
Washington AP reports Agriculture Department data show higher planting costs for spring crops. Sorghum seed averages rise to about 19.70 per pound from 14.20 last year, a 10 percent increase. hybrid corn seed up to 21.50 per bushel from 19.90. overall boosts reflect higher inputs for farmers.
The Agriculture Department reports April hog-corn ratio at 19.9, down from 21.2 in March, reflecting lower hog values and higher corn prices. A year ago the ratio stood at 11.3. A Sperry Rand study notes U.S. agricultural population declined about 11 percent annually over two decades, warning of possible future demand outpacing supply if manpower drops continue.
Washington AP reports Spain may become a larger market for U S feed grains. A new Food for Peace extension with Madrid cooperative GOES aims to buy about 32 million bushels of U S feed grain and 30,000 breeding cattle over two years with financing from the Cont rality Credit Corp and USDA terms. The deal covers 473,000 tons of feed grain and includes commercial market purchases.
A compilation of 4-H club notes from multiple groups including Blue Bonnet Bunnies at Cindy Fisher's home with visitor Jane Munson. Cornhusker Belles demonstrations on baking. Lat's Sew cardmaking and project plans for state fair. Silver Saddle Club horsemanship practice. Lucky Seven Chub and Bant Nails club activities. Stitch And Stir Mothers Day program planning. photography and bake groups sharing activities and lunch or refreshments.
Fouts Fashions hosts first aid pattern roll call and menu items. Wemhoff home hosts the Gay Shermanettes organizational meeting with officers Brenda Rasche Shelley Ahrens Jolene Dirks Spring Bakenhus as reporter and treasurer Theresa Ahrens. New members Cindy and Landea Tolle join social circle.
A crude but workable first set of timber grading rules is credited to Swan Alverdson, a Scandinavian, dated 1754. The fragment attributes the authorship and year while noting its crude nature and practical intent.
US mushroom production reached a record 208.8 million pounds in 1970-71, with imports near 30.8 million pounds, up a quarter from 1970. January February imports rose 10 percent, and 1971-72 output is expected to rise about 7 percent. Pennsylvania supplies about 62 percent of the crop with notable commercial production in several states.
The National Fire Protection Association reports about 6 590 dwelling fires occur annually in the United States based on new studies. The findings highlight risks to homes and emphasize safety measures for homeowners and communities nationwide.
The report notes Canadians aged ten consuming about a half-pound of white potatoes daily to meet the average annual rate cited by the Canadian Department of Agriculture. It mentions U S honey production was set that year, reflecting the USDA polls showing a decline in the number of colonies and a lower honey yield per colony.
Officials discuss Blue Cross Blue Shield contract renewal for one year and deny cancer insurance for county employees, with multiple motions on budget items and notices. Adjournment set for 9:00 PM after a long session including fund allocations and file placements among county departments.
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