Proper Grazing and Pasture Management Across Local Ranches
The article outlines grazing practices for coastal bermuda and Johnson grass pastures, stressing proper grazing to boost forage, weed control, soil fertility, and moisture use. It highlights rotational grazing, weed management, and soil analysis to maximize forage yields and reduce erosion, with examples from ranches near Kerrville, Fredericksburg, Doss, and Eckert.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omar
Gillespie
Famela Torgoss
John
Prass
Bermuda
Johnson Grass
Watts
Right to Work Sparks Capitol Hill Debate Across States
The Presidents call to repeal Sec 14 of the Taft Hartley Act faces AFL CIO pressure as 19 states with right to work laws risk losing protections. Supporters cite wage gains in right to work states from 1953 to 1963, while opponents urge freedom of choice in union affiliation. The piece notes Gillespie County fruit growers led by Eekhardt of Stonewall with peach packing near Fredericksburg discussing the broader labor law clash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capitol Hill
Congress
Texas
Afl-Cio
Washington
Gillespie County
Stonewall Loth
Eekhardt
Gillespie
Alfred Hennig rebuilds lake system after 1957 flood
Alfred Hennig completed two lakes on his range after three years of hard work. May 16 heavy rain raised Barons Creek flooding the old inlet, washing out earth dams and the prior lake. Hennig rebuilt with dirt moving, reinforced by plans for a fishing lake and ski use, while others stocked lakes and planned future developments along Barons Creek.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred Hennig
Barons Creek
Hennig
Henig
Constru Gee
Mio Flennig
Makair
Rangee & Firldr
Manufacturing job gains cited in right to work states
The article notes that during the period new manufacturing jobs rose by 23.2 percent in right-to-work states, while only 99 percent in all other states, highlighting a contrasting regional trend.
Helicopter Rides Highlight Peach Jamboree Attractions
The 1985 Peach Jamboree at Stonewall features helicopter rides over the Summer White House from noon to dusk with a qualified pilot and FAA and Secret Service clearances. Parade starts at 10 a.m. led by Ft. Hood’s 264th Army Band. events include amphibious car rides, peach contests, a beer garden, and rides for children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stonewall
Simon Jo Burg
Federal Aviation Agency
Secret Service
Helcopter
White House
Burg
264Th Army Band
Ft. Hood
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Mia Cat Mae Oat
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Mious
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Ameliar
AWA
Leone
Edwin Lang Hotnee
Oren Cottle
Wooosable
Geeorgre Wardloof
Piedericksbuag
Ediwain Leo Io
Collert
Austin
Daidene
Kathy Tats
Kennethe Kothe
Kothe
Hee
Heo
Ggus
Ruben Wahrmund
Bhimenthal
Wahimutnds
Percy Nielson
Fredericksburg
Nielses
Edward Schlausy
Fredereksburg
Reoothe
Harper
Edwin Braeutigam
Doss
H.C. Kirk
Eckert
Willow City
Witk
LEJ
County
San Antonio
de Pac Rnees
Otto
Donald Eckhardt
Otto Eckhardt
A. J. Leth
Gilbert Eckhardt
Radio Post
Lions
Veroer Community Park
Sears and Pens
Fial Rieiteey
Arena
Pele
Abil Reise Co
Pt Opt
Pioneer
Westher Laeses
National Guar Armory
Rance & Field
Hetig
Barons Creek -Range
Adams Lake
Llano Road
Beiis Lams
Aseare
Apelin
Clas
Aden
Efenoto
Hens
John Bohjert
Kerenit Htawebe
Fort Poolk Ban Foesty
Avis
Pat's
Fredericksburg, Texas
Jimmy Heap and
the Melody Masters
J. J. Patranella
Spencer Syncair Station
Washeteria
E. D. Spencer
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