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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1962
Page
16
John S. Phillip, farm writer, argues that producing food closer to consumption improves health, strengthens the economy, and raises cultural standards, urging practical farming for better living.
Soil Stewardship Week will be observed locally May 26 through June 3. J R Keatley, chairman of the Southern Soil Conservation District, chairs a nationwide effort by America's 2900 soil districts and church groups to urge wise use of soil and water, under the theme The Stream of Life. The district will distribute church materials prepared with the National Association of Soil Conservation Districts and church leaders to promote conservation and responsible water use.
The Agriculture Department urges farmers to vaccinate pigs this spring to control hog cholera, noting the disease costs the swine industry yearly. Dr. R. J. Anderson of ARS stresses protection for pigs in transit and higher vaccination rates to reduce virus spread. Congress named Anderson chairman of a national advisory panel on hog cholera. African nations including Algeria Morocco Guinea Ghana Mali and Egypt discussed a proposed African Common Market with a customs union and tariff coordination.
Many families estimate the value of their home garden at several hundred dollars a year. The statement reflects common perceptions of garden worth and the potential annual benefits seen by households.
An early 20th century piece warns about rising accidents with rotary power mowers. It contrasts hand powered mowers as safer and notes that cheaper, simpler rotary models draw more users. The article stresses simple precautions to prevent injuries from flying debris.
The advice covers shielding and skirt height, discharge chute direction, pre mowing yard clearing of twigs stones and wire, dangers of projectiles from hard objects, checking for loose parts and vibrations, fueling only when cool, reading controls and stopping procedures, keeping children away, disconnecting spark plugs when not in use, mowing across slopes not up or down, and avoiding wet grass to prevent clogs.
Illinois grain dealers hear Cargill executive say loss of CCC storage business may be a blessing in disguise. Elevators must expand farmer services, selling more bulk farm needs, and provide technical guidance to survive. Crop outlook notes 1962 winter wheat at 897 million bushels vs 1,076 million last year. corn plantings expected down about 900,000 acres.
Waldo E Bell of West Virginia University warns that many injuries occur from improper use of rotary lawn mowers. Key rules include keeping feet and hands away from the blade, mowing across slopes, and cleaning with engine off. Remove debris, inspect area, and store gasoline safely to prevent fires and blade damage.
The Eleventh West Virginia University Dairy Day will be held at the University Farm in Morgantown on June 22 with exhibits tours and an afternoon speaker program. Dr. Ralph G. Mitchell chairs the event with a theme New Concepts in Feeding the Dairy Cow. Dr. Carl F. Huffman will be the afternoon keynote, discussing the History of Dairy Cattle Feeding. All dairymen farmers and the public are invited to attend.
Seeds of most woody shrubs need a cold period before germination. Sow in fall in the garden or in flats in a cold frame to encourage stratification and sprouting.
West Virginia's 1961 dairy outputs show a total farm dairy income of 30.612 million dollars, down 4 percent from 1960 due to 5-cent lower price per 100 pounds of milk. Total production was 640 million pounds, down 3 percent from 1960, with 125000 dairy cows, 5120 pounds per cow.
A study shows motor vehicle accidents cause nearly half of farm fatalities and about one fifth of non fatal injuries among farm people.
WVU extension landscaper urges timely bare root planting before April 20 to May 10. If delay occurs, heel roots in moist soil away from drying wind and plant with a wide deep hole, mixed topsoil peat and humus, proper pruning, and a 2 to 3 inch mulch. Water deeply, avoid pruning leaders, and brace new trees with stakes.
The Southern Federation Future Farmers of America Field Day will be held Saturday at Camp Summers from 9 30 a m to about 3 30 p m. About 200 FFA members from seven schools in Raleigh Mercer Nicholas and Summers counties will compete in land judging poultry and egg contest tractor driving solder and tool identification. Each member may bring one or two guardians and the members will prepare all food including barbecue chicken baked beans cole slaw ice cream milk and coffee.
A historical comparison shows a farmer required 135 hours to yield 100 bushels of corn in 1910, 106 hours for 100 bushels of wheat, and 276 hours for a bale of cotton. By 1960 the man-hours dropped to about 15 for corn, 13 for wheat, and 57 for a bale of cotton, reflecting major efficiency gains.
John S Phillips shares a breezy Sunday column recalling election drift, town tales, a road trip to Kingston and Lick Knob, visits with Jim Lafferty, Judge Riffe, and E. E. White, plus a poetic nod from the New York Times about May. He closes with farewell until Sunday.
The Shady Spring FFA chapter with 45 members will host a Parent-Son Barbecue at 6 p.m. Friday at the Raleigh County 4H Camp. Gerald Miller, the Vo-Ag instructor, says a program will award honors in ag mechanics livestock and dairy farming soil and water management. Two honorary chapter farmers will be recognized.
Focus on family and personal matters during the day and set business aside. In the evening courtship shines under favorable stars. Consider volunteering for church or community work if you have time. it will feel very rewarding.
Residents clamor for a declaration of war against Germany after the Lusitania sinking. President Wilson remarks there is such a thing as a man being too proud to fight. A future home feature promises a valve that auto compensates for pressure changes to keep shower temperature within one degree across the house.
Aries may clash but can iron out differences with frank talk. Taurus should attend a party with a date and dress well. Gemini urged to try something new despite discouragement. Cancer shows a stretch of uncertain signs in late June to July. Leo is friendly and aims to make others happy. Virgo attention shifts to prompt action as desires rise. Libra faces domestic strain. avoid being demanding and yield. Scorpio faces increased demands but hard work should pay off.
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