06 Apr 1897
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Newspaper
Lehi Banner
Location
Lehi, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1897
Page
1
Granger outlines soil and cultivation requirements for sugar beets. He stresses deep, well drained loamy soil, avoiding alkali and poor land, and explains downwards growth, deep plowing in fall or spring, weed control, and seedbed preparation for successful germination and yield.
J H Hornbeck addressed the Sonoma County Horticultural Society on spraying fruit trees after bloom. He warned codlin moth larvae attack from the side, urged monthly spraying during dry seasons, and quoted last year’s cost of spraying 316 trees at 120 dollars total about six cents per tree.
The piece argues westward opportunity will drive growth for youth and immigrants, praising the west as vital for wealth and national strength. It notes Lehi seeking factories and local interest in bluing, canning, and canning outfits, plus a weather cue after the conference.
Beet seed shipments reach Bringville farmers as planting begins after favorable weather. James Gardner visits Salt Lake County to promote beet crops. Utah seed germination is high and local plantings start in Lehi and Pecos Valley. State laws and new factories spark nationwide interest in beet sugar production. Brigham Young weighs in on land use and soil wealth for farmers.
A Lehi news item reports the M I A taking the lead to organize a county or local fair next fall. A committee of Walter L Webb George Smith James M Kirkham B J Anderson Mrs Sarah T Evans Angie Webb and Jennie Woodhouse will plan and present a general fair concept to engage and gain public support.
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