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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1952
Page
2
The Patoka Register shows editor Ruby D. Pike and staff roles with weekly Friday publication in Patoka Illinois. It lists subscription rates of 1.50 annually in advance within Marion County and 2.00 for out of county, and notes second class mail matter status since 1907.
Illinois average farm value rose to more than 220 dollars per acre, with some parcels exceeding 500 dollars. Census figures show Illinois fifth in total farm real estate value behind Texas and California, while per acre values reflect regional price differences since 1950. Agricultural economist C Stewart notes current values rise beyond 1950 estimates.
Dr. George C. Decker of the Illinois Natural History Survey warns of an impending army worm infestation that could damage small grains and pastures in Southern Illinois. The greenish worm with black stripes may hatch in fence rows and move into fields. toxaphene is the most effective control, with DDT or chlordane as alternatives, and care is urged to protect water areas during spraying.
Marion County extension notes warn that armyworms can devastate rye and alfalfa patches quickly and advise inspecting susceptible crops weekly. If pastures must stay open to livestock, use bran bait instead of insecticides. The column also highlights soil testing, sun safety, hog housing reuse, and isolating new hogs to prevent disease.
Urbana reports health specialist Pauline Brimhall warns against chasing deep tan rather than healthy tone. She notes sun exposure can be an active drug like substance, with immediate burns controllable but long term dangers persist for some individuals.
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