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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1955
Page
12
Oregon State College scientists use mosquito larvae to gauge residue transfer from chemically treated soil to crops. Ten five day old larvae are exposed to fruit or vegetables, then deaths are counted and compared to a DDT kill standard to assess toxicity in the soil.
USDA entomologists warn a spring favorable to development could trigger a serious infestation across the Corn Belt based on fall surveys in 25 states. The 13 North Central States averaged 223 borers per 100 stalks, higher than 114 in 1953, while 12 Eastern states showed a decline from 65 to 33 per 100 plants. No new states were added, but 18 counties were newly infested. hotspot areas include central Iowa, northeastern Nebraska, southeastern South Dakota and central Illinois with increases in Iowa Missouri Nebraska Ohio and South Dakota.
A fearsome buck is tamed with a 2 6 and rope method, letting a board rest on the ground. The feature notes New York harbor exports would span from Manhattan to Indianapolis if laid end to end.
A home plan praised for eye appeal and economy with a wood shingle exterior and ledge rock accents. It describes a 22 by 12 living room with central fireplace, flexible dining space, a well designed kitchen and three first floor bedrooms with ample storage. No basement but generous garage storage. complete blueprints and portfolios offered by Penny's Small Homes, Berkley Michigan.
An article explains that water heater leaks often come from corrosion at the tank seal. It recommends enamel and rock linings for mildly corrosive water, noting a Coleman Heating Institute suggestion. A new tank combines vitreous enamel and rock lining for durability, heat transfer, and resilience to pressure changes.
Gardeners are advised to prepare a loose sandy loam topsoil mixed with compost or peat moss to cover seeds. This prevents crusting, aids water and air penetration, and helps seedlings reach sunlight. Protect seeds from drowning disease and moulds with disinfectant-treated seed and firmed, not pounded, soil. Regular light watering keeps surface moist until sprouting.
The U S Census Bureau plans a May survey of household purchases for items like frozen orange juice oranges butter oleo flour lamb and coffee. Data will be linked to population details from the Current Population Survey to analyze consumer markets.
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