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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1943
Page
7
Farmers from Jasper County discuss contour farming benefits and drawbacks sharing experiences with plowing on the contour, water retention, weed control, and harvest practices. They note weather impact, equipment needs, and potential increases in soil conservation and yields over time.
Harvest of brome seed should bring profits for Tawa farmers as favorable conditions boost demand for seed and mine seed. Yields range from 1000 to 2000 pounds per acre, varying with fertility and moisture, and harvesting targets the latter part of July.
The article explains chiggers are tiny red mites found in the northern Mississippi Valley habitat. Adults are red and hairy. larvae attach to skin surface and secrete saliva, causing itching. Removal methods include soap lather for ten minutes and remedies like salt water ammonia or phenol lotion for relief.
Iowa meat animal prices fall slightly while grain poultry and egg prices rise during the month ending June 1. Leslie M. Carl, Director, reports the prices received index and related measures show mixed changes with meat and dairy subgroups varying. The overall price level remains above a year earlier, with grain and meat indexes higher and the overall ratio of prices received to prices paid near 111 percent on June 15.
Up to June 1 1943 Town poultry hatcheries increased chick output by 10 percent year over year. After June 1 the gain averaged 41 percent, yielding a net 13 percent season total. Whitfield Iowa State College extension poultry specialist cites about 12 million chicks produced with risks from mortality and housing shortages.
The Mahaska County Soil Conservation District maps farmer participation as of June 21 and notes four groups organized or seeking help. It highlights growing farmer interest, contour farming adoption, and the district urging farms to observe and learn from nearby examples to guard soil during heavy rains.
A discussion from the Iowa State University Child Welfare Research Station notes that children ages three to ten often describe vivid imaginary playmates. Treat these as real to the child while providing genuine playmates and real-world experiences. Imagination aids intelligence, and parents should listen without dampening storytelling.
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