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Newspaper
Lancaster Farming
Location
Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1961
Page
15
In Lancaster County many farmers stored surplus hay and forage last year while corn yields were high. A cold winter slowed early pasture growth, making winter feeding extend into spring. Using temporary pasture can extend grazing, but avoid overgrazing bluegrass. Proper pasture management can boost value from pasture lands.
A light look at how hot dogs became an all American staple. The piece notes that Americans may eat about six pounds of meat in hot dogs annually per the American Meat Institute. It mentions a lore of a sausage peddler at the 1883 St. Louis Fair and describes the hot dog’s versatility in ballparks, picnics, backyards, and parties.
President Kennedy proposes a new farm price support plan sent to Congress yesterday. Farmers would elect commodity committees to draft referendums on marketing quotas or acreage limits, with two thirds approval needed and possible Senate or House disapproval within 60 days. The plan marks a shift toward stricter production control and higher prices.
Lancaster Farming is a weekly newspaper published every Saturday from Lancaster Pennsylvania with offices on North Duke Street and a Mount Joy mailing entry. The paper lists Jack Owen as editor and Robert G Campbell as advertising director and business manager. Established November 4 1955 the paper carries subscription rates of 2 dollars per year and three years for five dollars and a single copy price.
The proposal would use direct compensatory payments, price support loans, in kind payments for land set aside in soil conservation, and incentives to take land out of cultivation. Kennedy says farmers would gain bargaining power with government backing, but price setting must remain fair to consumers and producers. Congress approval likely hinges on page 5 continuation.
Ebenezer is described as a beloved horse with curly black silky coat a broad deep chest flowing mane and blue eyes. The narrator portrays a close bond noting Ebenezer as more than a pet and a loyal friend.
The article discusses a Bible study on the book of Job, focusing on human questions about suffering and security. It notes Job’s universal relevance, the lack of guarantees against misfortune, and contrasts earthly insurance with spiritual assurances, as presented by the Division of Christian Education.
Instructional notes from Max Smith cover safe fertilizer use for seeds and roots, dairy herd management to prevent grassy flavored milk, fertilizing farm ponds to promote plankton color, and proper placement of corn fertilizer to avoid seed burn. Includes specific guidelines on mixing with soil, band placement, and timing to protect crops and dairy quality.
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