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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1951
Page
14
Workers in Plymouth have started spraying elm trees to prevent sap weeping during certain seasons. The spray aims to kill or scale disease responsible for the fine mist of sap emitted by the trees.
Idaho soil expert G O Baker warns farmers face about a 20 percent cut in phosphate fertilizer for the coming season due to sulfuric acid shortages and wartime demand. Legume forage and crops like potatoes and beets could see yield declines if supplies run tight. farmers urged to buy when available and use fertilizer efficiently.
The article discusses a congressional-influenced inflation check tied to farm crop price ceilings, noting immunity for many crops and difficulties in retail price control. It mentions a shift among farm leaders and congress to modify price supports, with authorities cited from the Department of Agriculture and allied groups.
Readers learn how bees produce honey with flavors influenced by flora such as sage chinkapin basswood and alfalfa. The article lists honey butter orange peel cream cheese and nut pairings and notes honey substitutes sugar in recipes from toast to pies. It also briefly touches on fabric sewing tips and seam durability.
Readers are advised to check garment seams before buying new spring dresses or suits. Look for straight even stitches not too long and avoid puckered or wandering stitching. Ensure wide seam allowances to prevent fraying and note finished seam edges such as French seams for sheer fabrics.
Mrs M Reeves and Mrs Hugh Nielsen hosted a Thursday club bridge luncheon at the Reeves home with one guest Mrs Don Smith. A three course meal was served on card tables with geranium centerpieces. Mrs Ezra Foss won high score, Mrs Reid Bosworth second, and Mrs Owen Beazley was low.
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