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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1968
Page
1
Durable press fabrics resist water and soils, causing gray tints if not cleaned well. A new soil release process loosens stains and prevents redeposition, with two main approaches: coating to repel oils and water or surface conditioning to alter fiber absorption. Benefits include easier stain removal, anti static properties, reduced piling, and longer fabric life, with expectation of near universal use.
The Garden City Chapter of the Future Farmers of America installed new officers during the May 20 meeting. They are Danny McMillan president Tim Stone vice president Roger Farmer secretary Jess Hendrickson treasurer Mike Ramsey reporter and Ron Ball sentinel. A tentative financial plan for the FFA food stand at the fair grounds was discussed and the stand remodel includes a 10 foot addition.
The USDA National Advisory Committee on Grains urged a 50 to 100 million bushel reduction for the 1969-70 wheat carryover. They proposed a 10 percent diversion below this year’s allotment with voluntary cuts, plus retention of the feed grain acreage substitution, and continuation of domestic marketing certificates valued at parity minus the loan. Announcement of the 1969 program to follow regional meetings in May.
Alrt discusses cattle bloat caused by alfalfa grazing with seven cases reported. Emphasizes following manufacturer directions, preventive medication, and timely veterinary care. Provides steps for starting bloat prevention, emergency readiness, and details on legally using freeze branding for herd identification in Kansas.
The Wide Awake 4 H Club met May 14 at Plymell Community House with 24 members and parents present. Members voted to send Margaret Ruth Hibler flowers. Program included a project talk on a mare and colt by Danny McMillan and egg care demonstration by Celia Crouse. Donna Lightner spoke on germs in Vietnam. Hostesses were Ted McMillan and Francis Lehreibogel.
Kansas 4-H youths ages 15 and up are chosen for counselor and recreation leader training at Rock Springs Ranch June 3 7. William Borst leads sessions on teamwork in camping. resource instructors include Janet Meisinger Marion County home economist and Ronald Flory Harvey County 4-H agent. Other experts cover crafts photography music and vesper ceremonies to support summer camps statewide.
Observances noted by the Associated Press on May 30 1968 highlight historical events from 1481 Joan of Arc’s burning to 1968 Me morial Day observance. July 1942 Cologne raid 1100 bombers and related wars cited.
Kansas 4-H members in the meat utilization project gain knowledge in selection preparation and preservation of meat. They study meat value in the diet and learn approved methods. Youth select and prepare meat dishes for families and share information through demonstrations talks and exhibits.
4 H News and Views outlines 1968 4 H camp and trip plans with delegates named for Councillors Camp State Round Up Music Camp and Leadership Camp. Delegates include Caroline Brown Phyllis Schiffelheim Carol Brinkmeyer Sonia Lewis Rodney Harsh Rick Murray Virginia Collins Lenice Steinmetz Michelle Kraus Tom Gillan Happy Hustlers Mike Quint Telestars Larry Schneider Beacon Boosters Donna Marker Carol Brinkmeyer Norma Cronin Janine Collins Robert Brinkmeyer Rex Largent and others. The piece notes the focus on project work and the insect diversity statistic of more than 700 000 kinds currently on earth.
Observance in Manhattan on Wednesday June 5 will recognize 25 individuals and organizations for long term Kansas 4-H Foundation participation. A luncheon for Friends of 4-H includes Foundation members officers and county committee members. Dr Samuel George of First Presbyterian Church Manhattan will speak. A new 4-H movie Happiness Is 4-H will be shown. Guests may tour facilities and attend dedications of memorial additions to Rock Springs center.
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