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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1967
Page
4
High fertility that boosts crop yields and lowers costs per acre benefits Kansas farmers and families while promoting soil conservation. Regular application of the needed tools supports long term soil health and agriculture efficiency.
The Bozworth Report links soil fertility to higher yields and lower costs, noting soil building through cover crops and pasture improvement boosts returns per acre and per hour. It also advises spray recommendations for musky thistle and horn fly control, stressing milk room safety and sanitation in dairy operations.
The Ottawa FHA office reported progress on the Chippewa Water District the largest in the area serving about 190 patrons. Six deep wells near Richter are drilled and pumping tests exceeded expectations as installers add pumps and lines. The all demand system will use PVC pipe with 103 miles of lines and four standpipes. Completion is slated for May 1968 supported by FHA loan funds and a federal grant.
Washington AP reports it will be six to 10 weeks before consumers, businesses and farmers learn what benefits or drawbacks will result from the Kennedy Round tariff cuts at Geneva. The detailed schedule on about 6,300 items likely won’t be ready until just before June 30. Officials note completion will require reviews by 53 governments and analysis in the U.S. Tariff Commission. President Johnson urges patience as final details await formal government approval and work to implement understandings continues. Sen. Javits lauds an achievement. iron and steel officials warn tariffs are set to fall, reducing protectionist barriers amid fears of foreign steel inflows.
Franklin County farmers should adjust grazing to plant growth stages from leaf development to root growth and seed production. Early spring growth relies on root reserves, so maintain leaves for food production. Rest and rotating pastures support vigorous growth and seasonal shifts in forage quality for maximum livestock production.
Eighteen members attended at Mrs Gabe Motelet home with co host Mrs 8 B Weidner Jr. They named favorite flowers. Mrs Al Williams reported on the Iola district meeting and the Cultural Arts Tour to Topeka. The lesson was prepared by Mrs Williams. The next meeting is June 12 at Mrs Cecil Spratt home.
The EHA expands homemaker services inviting County residents to consult Carole Grigsby in the Extension Office. A group of 12 Williams burg women rejuvenated chairs at Mrs. Pat Gentry’s upholstery workshop, learning stripping, repairs, springs, padding, and refinishing in the Will Bene dett basement.
The Peoria unit organized a bus trip to Topeka on May 8. A food sale at the Gas Service Office on April 28 netted 31.50. At the April Spring Tea the unit earned the Gold Seal. The next meeting is scheduled for June 7.
Five Franklin County Extension Homemaker Units received special recognition for gold seals at the annual District Meeting in Iola on May 2. The Better Homes Unit earned 25 gold seals and has roots dating to its 1923 organization, with charter member Mrs. Henry K. Dehn still active. One notable project has been supporting the Welle community initiative.
The article outlines Extension Homemakers Units EHU as a lifelong education program for women emphasizing public responsibility cultural improvement and personal growth Through 1967 units earned gold seals recognizing twenty and fifteen years of service Two units Beacon Light and Harmony Homes celebrate twenty years while Loyal Neighbors and Rock Creek each earned fifteen Other unit projects include health clinics eye ear and diabetes testing and support for local youth and nursing home aid.
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