Penn State Experts Warn on Corn, Seeds and Late Blight
Wayne Hinish notes corn fields in Pennsylvania show lime and fertilizer deficiencies. James Eakin says August seedings suit flat or gently rolling land but require careful handling. Allen Bauer reports late blight on potatoes in Pennsylvania, aided by cool damp weather. fungicide applications help prevent spread.
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Pennsylvania
Wayne Hinish
Penn State Extension Agronomist
Pennsylvania State University
James Eakin
Allen Bauer
Penn State Extension
Old Steamers Gather for Eighth Annual Rough Reunion
This weekend presents a reunion of longtime steamers as they gather to hutt ing and puffing in reflection of past days. The event marks the eighth annual Rough reunion with attendees sharing stories and preserving steam era nostalgia.
Reading Fair Opens Sept 9 16 With Farm Maid Contest
The Reading Fair, one of Pennsylvania’s largest, runs Sept 9 to 16. A new Farm Maid of 1956 contest begins with Helen Hollenbach of Strausstown as first entrant. Three Miss Reading Fair candidates are Mary Jane Mangler, Harriet Krauss, and Eileen Dotterer. Entries open at the Reading Fan office.
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Reading
Pennsylvania
America
Helen Hollenbach
Strausstown
Mary Jane Mangler
Philadelphia
Harriet L. Krauss
Spring City
Rocet Poultry Farm
Superior Tube Co
Evansburg
Eileen S. Dotterer
Wilson High School
West Lawn
Court St
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L. H. Brubaker
Lancaster
Strasburg
Lititz
Strasburg Pike
Allis-Chalmers
Quarryville, Pa
Stevens, Pa
L. H. Brubaker Snavelys Farm Service
New Holland, Pa
Lancaster, Pa
N. G. Myers & Son
Rheems, Pa
and Tumble Engineers Historical Association
Kinzers
Farming
Hershey
Frank Bamer
Harrisburg
Henry Menuson
Leroy Solomon
Purina
Purina Cage
Warren Sickman
B. F. Adams
J. H
Snader’s Mill
Mt. Airy
John J. Hess
S. H. Hiest and
Salunga
H. S. Newcomer
Mt. Joy
Kirkwood
John J. Hess II
Intercourse
New Providence
John B. Kurtz Ephrata
Wenger Bros. Rheems
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