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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1951
Page
9
Dairy outlook predicts higher future profits as population growth boosts fluid milk demand. Consumption rises with rising wages and incomes, while milk production dips. Experts urge dairymen to invest in well bred replacements, pasture, and precise management to maximize future gains.
Four banks were among the first to back the State Youth Camp project in Jackson County with a total of 6500 dollars. Donors are labeled as Founders Builders or Donors with plaques and records kept in the camp tower. Pledges over three years fund cottages dining hall chapel and other facilities with tax deductibility noted. Contributions for Raleigh County go to Waldo LaFon at Appalachian Electric CompanyBeckley.
Turn leaves grass clippings and decayed matter into humus to enrich soil. Dig an 18 inch deep pit in a shady level spot about 4 by 6 feet. Line with plank walls 3 feet above ground or brick concrete. One end should have a removable board for easy shoveling.
Two Fayette County 4-H clubs completed reorganizing for the year. Falls View Golden Arrow Club, led by Mrs. L B Upton and Mrs. Mark Evans, lists Millicent Updike as president with officers and 14 Alloy families represented. Edmond Busy Bees reorganizes with 13 boys and 23 girls from 27 families, led by Gaytha Morrison. officers include Clara Willis president and Shirley Stanley vice president. Layland Pathfinders in Fayetteville will include six boys and nine girls from fourteen families, led by Mae Farren with officers Johnny Hujhiety president and Catherine Carroll vice president.
Morgantown reports 600 edible wild plants exist in West Virginia with 108 found statewide. William H. Gillespie of Webster Springs, WVU forestry senior, published A Compilation of the Edible Wild Plants of West Virginia. The booklet warns of dangers like water hemlock and notes how plants may be prepared for eating.
West Virginia University Circular 69 on Growing Grapes in West Virginia is ready for distribution. H. R. Varney announces the revised 1951 guide detailing suitable grape varieties, vineyard location, planting, soil culture, training, harvesting, pests, and varieties.
State and university hosts plan the 30th annual West Virginia Dairymen’s Association meeting with West Virginia University for January 7 to 10 at Jackson’s Mill. The event includes the Dairy Short Course and a Greener Hills project focus with experts from multiple universities and associations. The Junior Livestock Judging Team placed fourth at the Chicago International Exposition, posting 1 490 points to the winning 1 576. teams from 28 states competed.
Spencer AP reports the Spencer Live stock Exchange ends its biggest year with a final sale. Secretary Brooks McClung says sale season runs March to December and a year round operation may begin later. The exchange moves to a new building east of Spencer on Route 119, slated for occupancy early next season.
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