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Newspaper
Lancaster Farming
Location
Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1974
Page
2
A Department of Agriculture study forecasts grain shipments for export will stay on schedule despite potential problems. As of September 1973 twenty three percent had been shipped, up from fifteen percent the prior year, with major railroads adding locomotives and freight cars to boost capacity while resisting more government regulation.
The January 1974 Reader's Digest editorial warns that a U S Postal Service plan to raise second class rates could force many magazines and hometown newspapers to fold. It urges phased payments over eight years and calls for congressional review of full mailing cost policies, urging readers to contact their representatives.
William J. Kuhfuss of the American Farm Bureau argues that while food must stay affordable, farming is a business requiring a fair return on investment. He notes high capital costs for farms and rising production costs, warning against demagoguery that ignores supply and demand.
The notice urges farmers to eliminate cold drafts around barns to protect young livestock and dairy cattle from health issues. It also stresses proper drug use with withdrawal times, snowmobile land-use etiquette, and safer underground electrical wiring to prevent outages and hazards.
A sermon reflecting on humility inspired by a Copenhagen statue story. The author recalls kneeling before Jesus to gain perspective and urges readers to humble themselves to truly see others and life. The piece cites Jesus washing disciples feet and quotes the farewell lesson urging service and humility.
Washington analysis notes the independent Postal Service reduced Christmas mail problems and faces questions about its ability to deliver better service. The piece argues Congress should avoid direct influence on employment, rates, and delivery, while urging continued practical ideas from members. Try A Classified Ad it Pays.
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