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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1971
Page
3
In Dale F. Bones and nearby farms a new farm aid, the small motorcycle, replaces horses for checks on calves and pasture work. Bones notes low fuel use, versatility for pasture and road, and predicts more farmers will adopt the device.
Persia to China origin tale for peaches with emphasis on canned cling peaches. Guidance on USDA grades A B C and storage up to 75 degrees, plus recipe ideas like Perfect Peach Pudding Pie and Peach Meringue using pudding mixes, eggs, vanilla wafers, and peach slices.
The April 21 gathering at Lanah Cameron’s home featured Beverly Frasier, Extension Home Economics agent, installing unit officers Mrs Ray Talbott as president Mrs William T Dawson as vice president Mrs Clarence Red as secretary treasurer and Mrs Loyd Hollinger as public relations Dues were collected new member Mrs Margaret Krist joined The group received crochet beaded instructions and Mrs Neil Satterlee will host on May 19.
Farmers face possible corn blight in 1971 as spores from wintered stocks may reach Kansas with moisture and east winds. USDA and Kansas State experts urge resistant seeds, field drainage, and irrigation practices to slow spread, noting weather favorable to corn also suits blight. Experts caution on predicting exact timing and impact while stressing vigilance and prepared measures.
A 4 H tour should fit into the total club program delivering learning and community awareness. Plan with a definite route and transportation in mind, assign sub committees for meals transport recreation publicity and schedule, and involve members leaders and parents to create a beneficial learning experience.
NEW YORK AP time Life's encyclopedia of gardening suggests a simple slug and snail deterrent. A bowl of beer left near plants attracts and drow ns these pests, offering a cheap organic control method for spring gardens.
Grass sustains livestock and wildlife by feeding directly or via grass-eating animals. Grass renews yearly, endures weather shifts, and supports soil health through roots and decaying matter. It requires sun, air, water, and nutrients, growing best when soil moisture heat and light align.
Cindy Hollon reports Town and Country 4-H club presented a community service program at Cedarhouse Crestview Nursing Homes Osawatomie State Hospital and County Club Days. The show included Junior Talent groups with quadrilles, a Squaredance Season act, a Girls Talent group, a Boys Drill Team, Senior Talent, vocal and brass ensembles, and various solos and an acrobatic number by Miss Hollon.
If you grow soybeans, enter the 1971 State Soybean Contest. Franklin County lies in the Southeast District with 21 counties. Contact the Extension office for rules and entry blanks.
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