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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1941
Page
4
Connecticut remains the only state without an officially designated state bird. The absence stands as a historic oddity in a year marked by debate over symbolic emblems and regional identity.
Farm Topics explains how farmers should keep feed records for livestock, using per class sheets and daily estimates to compute cost per pound of gain for meat animals and cost per unit for dairy herds. It recommends comparing with standards from county agents and cooperative groups to improve practices.
A 600 pound crop from a vigorous 25 year old tree removes about one third of a pound of nitrogen from the soil while growth uses about half a pound. Leaves take in a half to a pound but nitrogen is largely restored. Prevent leaching to supply one pound of actual nitrogen per mature tree annually. Excess nitrogen harms fruit color. about 6 pounds nitrate or 5 pounds sulfate ammonia provide one pound nitrogen.
A comparative study of farming shows purchases of farm machinery and motor vehicles have doubled the levels before World War II. Motor vehicle spending surged while other farm equipment costs stayed about the same. Horses and mules dropped from 25 to 15 million head, hired labor fell about 13 percent. Farms grew about 10 percent, cultivated acreage rose, and agricultural output is markedly higher.
Grover F B Brown, an agronomist in the northeast region of the Soil Conservation service, says caring for the orchard soil rather than the trees would aid future generations of trees. He notes nitrogen has been the main fertilizer in orchards and that cover crops often lack lime, phosphorus, and potash. Tests show trees may not respond to phosphorus and potash, while cover crops commonly need these elements.
R W Graeber extension forester of N C State College advises six by seven foot spacing for forest tree seedlings, about 1000 trees per acre. Spacing varies by conditions, with closer four by seven foot planting used in reclaiming gullies. Excessively close planting stunts growth.
Try this festive salad featuring cranberries grapefruit lettuce and chicory shaped into a star. It pairs with French dressing and a cranberry jelly option, while highlighting vitamins and roughage for a hearty Christmas meal.
Nutritionist Ruth Cessna notes mold on top of jars, recooked and resealed can be safe if jars and lids are sterilized and air spaces minimized. Under-processing may cause mold. not poisonous. Jars should be filled firmly to reduce air pockets and potential mold.
Iowa extension entomologists warn about bots and fleas in homes and advise timing for horse parasite treatment from December 15 to February 1. Farmers should spread limestone after freezes and continue legume planting. Marion variety shows good yield. Rural youth are urged to support defense needs by joining armed forces, industry work, farming, and civic duties. The article mentions a record potato from Kossuth county.
Sanforizing has made upholstery fabrics hold shape after washing, so cotton slip covers fit as well after laundering. Homemakers use one set for winter and another for summer. Many are in light gay colors and darker tones, all with zippers for easy removal and washing.
Iowa showcases leading oats production and extensive highway networks. The state reports 74 parks and 65 lakes with over 212 million annual recreation users. Iowa State College agronomists pollinate hybrids, win meat judging at Chicago, and rank in a national contest. Alfalfa seed output drops from last year while seed demands rise for corn, small grains, soybeans, and forage crops.(subscription reminder)
The leucocoryne or Glory of the Sun suits gardeners with limited space. Native to South Africa it thrives in full sun and sandy soil. It is a colorful fragrant plant with good keeping qualities as a cut flower and requires little planting and growing space.
A local publication promotes Gift Club tickets for cash sales, plus mentions nonattendance prizes. It includes quips about self improvement, a chiding army chaplain anecdote, and a pitch for modernizing Mrs. Mra’s kitchen with installment plans. It also touts storm doors and storm windows priced at $4.25 monthly, encouraging use of Martin-Senour Paints for repairs and upgrades.
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