Farmland Acreage Shrinking Under Highway and Defense Needs
Farm economists warn U S arable land is steadily decreasing as highways toll roads and defense projects take land. University of Illinois expert H C M Case urges planning for future land needs and higher per acre output to feed a 200 million population by 1975.
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New Attack To Fight Cattle Grubs Shows Promise
U S Department of Agriculture researchers report that daily phenothiazine intake during heel fly egg laying reduces grub infestation by about 80 percent in treated cattle. The drug enters blood to attack grubs before damage occurs, with some cattle entirely free of infestation.
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Shy Army Dogs Perceived as Unfit for Service
Reinforcing the theory that a shy dog is not dependable, the article notes that Army dogs unable to overcome shyness are deemed unfit for military service.
Small Homes Design No 277 Tri level plan sells itself
Attractive tri level design suited for rolling suburban lots. Features include a slate entry, expansive living and dining area, front kitchen view, recreation room beneath second floor, three bedrooms with a master suite and walk in wardrobe, double bowls in the main bath, and ample storage. Building blueprints and portfolios priced. orders via Penny's Small Homes Box 1055 Berkley MI. delivery about two weeks.
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Wall Heater Saves Space
The Coleman wall heater fits between 16 inch wall studs and uses no floor space. It heats rooms on both sides of the wall or on one side only and is ideal for finished attics and additions not covered by the main system.
Fertilizing Pays Off On Quality Pastures and Grains
Fertilizer applied to improved grasses and legumes can greatly boost forage yields and profits. Profits rise with soil moisture, seed quality, and appropriate fertilizer rates. In arid areas irrigation is key. on fertile soils moderate, well-timed applications pay most.
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Glamorous Perennials Are Easy to Grow from Seed
An article promotes growing perennials from seed to save costs and ensure long season color. It lists blue anchusas columbines arabis andante mis for easy seed growth and notes sowing in spring and early summer, transplanting, and establishing clumps for fall blooms with minimal care.
Chicago eyes single housing code amid nationwide inspections
National officials note rising adoption of housing codes in 1954 with cities including Pittsburgh Philadelphia Sarasota and Milwaukee already enacting rules. Chicago weighs merging scattered ordinances into a uniform code covering facilities maintenance and occupancy limits to curb deterioration and blight.
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