Soils and erosion threaten Franklin County’s economy
Early and Wier II explain soil formation from rock and organic matter, with three layers topsoil subsoil and parent material. Topsoil rich in organic matter supports crops. erosion from poor farming hurts towns and farmers as the county depends on soil productivity for its economy.
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Franklin County
Does It Have Antique Value Panel at Farm Bureau Meeting
A panel of antique collectors led by Ben Park, Bill Bennett, Mrs. Frank Franano, and Loren Latimer discussed collecting antiques at the Farm Bureau meeting room. They defined antiques as 100 years old, stressed collecting what one likes, and offered tips on glass, bottles, wood items, pewter, and marks to judge age.
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Ben Park
Frank Franano
Bill Bennett
Unit
Joanistas
Loren Latimer
Farm Bureau Meeting Room
Park
Bennett
Hearing Losses Caused By High Frequency Noises
Franklin County 4-H agent says constant high frequency noise can cause hearing loss. Farm noise from tractors and shotgun blasts cited. 85 decibels risk. 120 decibels in bands. Ear protection recommended. muffs or plugs, proper size, Swedish wool car protection advised. noise reduction devices and baffling discussed.
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Joan Istas
Dave Smith
Franklin County
Franklin Health Department
W. Tecumseh
Take More Care As Age Increases By ARDIS F PATTERSON
An advice piece urging women and men to renew grooming habits as they age. It compares aging to a worn sofa, advising new posture makeup girdle and up to date clothes, plus vigilance in cleanliness, light inspection of garments, and regular baths and deodorants to maintain a youthful appearance. It stresses personal responsibility for looks and urges consistent effort.
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Ardis F. Patterson
Debris Burning Tops Rural Fires In Kansas 1971
C R Randy Biswell ex extension forester at K State reports debris burning caused 698 fires burning 16 561 acres of forests and grassland with 2 8 million dollars in property loss in 1971 The report notes the largest rural fire March 30 in Chautauqua county and cites railroad sparks as the next major cause with 542 fires burning 10 022 acres Kansas rural districts protect over 40 million acres and have 286 districts using 1400 surplus military vehicles for firefighting training and equipment.
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Kansas
C. R
Randy) Biswell
K-State
Biswell
Chautauqua County
Caney
Elk County
Montgomery County
Riley County
Division of State and Extension Forestry
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