Gasoline tax refunds and irrigation measuring devices advised
Beaverhead County Agent ED Atkins reports farmers may claim federal gasoline and diesel fuel tax refunds using Form 2240 between June 1 and October 1. First refunds cover six months in 1956. future refunds cover July 1 to June 30 annually. He also notes measures to accurately track irrigation water usage and promotes the bulletin Measuring Devices for Irrigation Water available at the county extension office.
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U. S
Internal Revenue Service
Internal Revenue
Wilson urges safe tractor use as spring brings accidents
Eric B. Wilson of the Montana Extension Service farm safety committee warns farmers that spring work increases tractor accidents. He cites National Safety Council data showing speed as the leading cause and urges proper operator instruction and supervision. He notes risks from extra riders and teen operators lacking experience.
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Eric B. Wilson
Montana Extension Service Farm Safety Committee
National Safety Council
Tractor Safety on Public Roads Promoted by Wilson
Wilson urges that all tractor fatalities occur on public roads and argues cars are safer per mile. He says heavier traffic increases hazard and recommends careful planning, daytime red flags, and lights with reflective material to warn motorists.
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Wilson
How to Collect the Gas Refund from Uncle Sam
A new law allows farmers to claim a two cent per gallon federal gas refund. Apply on form 2240 with the U S District Director of Internal Revenue after June 1 and before October 1. Refunds begin June 30 covering six months of 1956, then annual periods from July.
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U. S. District Director of Internal Revenue
Internal Revenue
Internal Revenue Service
Clean Hog Pens Boost Profits Through Sanitation
The article notes that internal parasites, especially the large intestinal roundworm, raise feed costs and extend growing time. It cites University of Illinois experiments showing five dollars extra feed and five weeks longer growth for wormy pigs. Prevention via sanitation, clean farrowing quarters, washed sows, clean ground, and clean pasture is emphasized.
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University of Illinois
Spray Control of Sagebrush Increases Range Capacity
Chemical control of sagebrush offers potential to greatly increase range carrying capacity. Timing is key. sprays work best when Sandberg bluegrass or Idaho fescue and bluebunch wheatgrass show certain growth stages or when new sagebrush twig growth reaches three to four inches. 2,4-D and 2,4,5-T esters are effective, with ground rigs or airplanes for large areas. Do not harm valuable shrubs. manage grazing after spraying to prevent cattle concentration in treated zones.
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Idaho
Reseeding Experiment Planned by Beaverhead District
Orville Sparrow oversees reseeding trials using Whitmore wheat grass seed received by Ben Slanger. The crop, a close relative of Blue Bunch wheat grass, is grown on experimental plots across Beaverhead County to test grazing value and seed establishment. Additional grasses to be tested include Creeping Meadow Foxtail Reed Canary Grass Tall Wheatgrass Russian Wild Rye Pubescent Wheat Grass Sherman Bluegrass and Green Needle Grass on varied soils. The trials will run on ranches of Art Christensen Sweet Water Monte Barrett Dell Dale Metlen Armstead and Wisdom.
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Ben Slanger
Beaverhead Soil
Slanger
Beaverhead
Soil Conservation Service
Art Christensen
Sweet Water
Monte Barrett
Dell
Dale Metlen
Armstead
Orville Sparrow
Wisdom
Melrose Meeting To Tackle Wild Caraway Weed
County Agent Ed Atkins announces a Thursday meeting of farmers and ranchers in Melrose to discuss control of Wild Caraway infestation harming hay and grain fields. He notes spraying last year improved yields and the Melrose school will host the 8 p.m. session.
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Melrose
Ed Atkins
Atkins
Meerose
Melrose School
Riverside Farm Bureau Pot Luck Meeting
Riverside Farm Bureau will hold a pot luck gathering Friday at 8 o clock in Riverside School. Members are asked to bring a dish to share.
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