Farm machinery costs rise with size and complexity
The article surveys rising prices for combines and tractors, noting a top model with cab costs up to 40 000 dollars and popular tractors around 13 830 to 15 352 dollars. It covers rental versus purchase, long term investment, and how larger equipment shapes farming today. It cites Jack Sweeting and Walter Horn and engineers the price drivers like steel labor and deluxe cab features.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hank Heilmann
Jack Sweeting
Fairfield Township
Carol
Dean
Walter Horn
Monroeville
Eloise
Rick
Kirk
Sweeting
Adolph Stieber
Stieber
Schaffer Road
Ralph Albright
Albright Equipment
Fertilizer Shortage Threatens Next Year’s Crop
Farmers in Texas on the High Plains report a severe fertilizer shortage as winter wheat planting begins. Officials warn of a record demand and tight supply future shortages. Agriculture Secretary Butz urges lifting price ceilings to avert scarcities and potential 1.7 million ton shortfall. Meanwhile, in California, Nordic Nordwall plans a World Discoveries trip in regalia to debate colonization myths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lubbock, Tex
UPI
Texas High Plains
West Texas
Washington
Agriculture
Earl L. Butz
Living Council
Butz
United States
Dependable Tenants Sought in Norwalk Reflector Ad
A Norwalk Reflector classified ad seeks reliable tenants for housing offers. The notice emphasizes prompt rent and stable occupancy. Readers are invited to contact the advertiser for details and viewing arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norwalk
NFO criticizes Nixon policies on farming support
Columbus reports National Farmers Organization spokesman says Nixon administration policies fail to aid farmers and prices are volatile. Arthur Phillips notes no plan to cut out middlemen or enter product distribution. He warns housewives may face limited food types as costs push young farmers to cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
UPI
National Farmers Organization
NFO
Nixon
Arthur Phillips
National Organization
Phillips
Corning
Iowa
America
Fertilize Farm Lawns and Trees This Fall
Farmers and homeowners should fertilize lawns and trees this fall. Shade trees need nutrient care as leaf color varies due to daylight, moisture, and past weather. Use 10-6-4 or 12-12-12. apply 25-30 pounds per 1000 square feet for lawns, and one quarter pound per year of tree age around outer spread. Water to about one inch after application. Remove debris and keep mowing high.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horn
Allis-Chalmers
Sweeting
School Menus List by City and Weekdays
A dense listing of school menus across several towns including Berlin Milan Norwalk St Paul Monroeville New London and other districts. It covers Monday through Friday meals with items like sandwiches stews soups desserts and beverages.
Want Ads Rent Vacancies Fast Dial 662-4241
Classified notice urges readers to call 662-4241 to place want ads for rental vacancies quickly. The message emphasizes fast service and wide exposure for listings.
Markets Bucyrus Auction Consignors Report
Hogs total 753 with weights 35 to 44 priced 1.70 lower. feeder pigs 276 head 37 cwt. Calves 41, cattle 339 with steers 2 to 6 lower and heifers 3 to 6 lower. cows 3 lower. bulls 4 lower. Sheep and lambs 787 steady. wool and clip prices around 30 to 33. Feeder lambs 20 to 32. aged slaughter sheep 16.50.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucyrus
Area Calendar Highlights Weekly Community Meetings
A condensed schedule lists Rotary and church events Monday at noon, bureau meetings at City Hall and Legion Hall, luncheons and open house events on Tuesday, several club nights and choir practice midweek, Boy Scout and Grange activities Thursday, and church services plus organizational gatherings Sunday across Huron County. Includes Izaak Walton League picnics and township trustee meetings with multiple churches and community groups noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New London
First United Methodist Church
City Hall
Broome-Wood
American Legion Hall
VFW
Order of Eastern Star
Masonic Temple
St. Joseph Catholic Church
Home and Foreign Missions
Trinity Lutheran Church
St. Luke Lutheran Church
Columbus
Congregational Community United Church of Christ
Rahe
Congregational United Church of Christ
Bellevue
Huron County
Izaak Walton
Huron County Council
American Legion
Broome-Wood Post
Kiwanis Club
Undercroft
Board of Public Affairs
Ridgefield
Izaak Walton League
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Jim Valentine
Texas Agricultural Experimental Station
Lubbock
Italy
Oakland
Calif
Adam Nordwall
United Bay Area Council of American Indian Affairs
Nordwall
Norwalk Parts CO
House OF Service
S. Linwood Ave
John Wells County
Hamburg
Berlin
Milan
ST. Paul
Willard
North Fairfield
United Methodist Church
Sherwood Dendinger
P.m
Grange
Grange Hall
Althea
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