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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1980
Page
11
A family celebrates the installation of a large red furnace and boiler in the cellar. They discuss moving from antique radiators after fifty years, the labor to bring the unit downstairs, and the energy efficiency and family legacy tied to the old house.
Jesse Greene of West River Street North Elyria says he built simple beetle traps to combat an infestation in his grape vineyard and fruit trees. He describes using a plastic jug with window cuts, clothespins to hold a bag, and some bait as an inexpensive solution.
The 1980 Ohio State Farm Science Review in Columbus runs September 23 to 25 on 750 acres near Don Scott Field. More than 450 commercial exhibitors will showcase farm equipment and supplies with about 25 million dollars in daily demonstrations including tillage plowing and harvesting. The event features expanded ornamental displays, a new chemical weed control area, and an OSU led Conservation Area Pond minnow culture exhibit. Tickets are 1.50 in advance and 2.50 at the gate.
Nine Lorain County 4-H horse clubs compete for Horsemanship Queen and Horseman of the Year titles. Contestants faced a special class at Memorial Day Show plus three competitions, appearance and manners judging, an essay, horse knowledge test, and a personal interview. Winners announced at Lorain County Fair on August 8. Coordinators are Mrs. Richard Judy Weitzel and Toni Weitzel.
UPI reports scientists from North Carolina State University exploring cross breeding tomatoes with a South American wild variety that secretes a pest-killing substance. If successful, foliage should carry insect resistance while fruit remains acceptable, potentially cutting insecticide use and lowering costs.
The annual 4-H Style Revues run Tuesday and Wednesday at Lorain County Community College Center Mall. Junior members up to 13 perform Tuesday, seniors 13 and older perform Wednesday. Shows start at 7 30 p m. Fashion Board models present outfits from 1855 to 1980. Winners will come from both junior and senior divisions. only seniors may qualify for the Ohio State Fair. Open to the public with no admission fee. donations welcome.
Henrietta 4-H Clovers and Shamrocks hosted a parents night at Henrietta United Methodist Church. A guest speaker and two emergency medical technicians spoke, ambulances and gear were shown, and members plus parents attended. Linda Zech Kim Whitsell Patty Strickler Laurie Watson Becky Watson took part in a style show. Shamrocks members demonstrated bread and beef.
The Huron County Agricultural Heritage Society asks for household goods, farm implements, and historical equipment for an 1800s farmhouse exhibit at the Huron County Fair. A 1870 house will join the site with foundation work by local masons, and FFA chapters receive a $1500 grant to assist interior restoration.
An advertisement touts Eversman model 2400 and 1600 planes for moisture management and land leveling. It claims 24 foot wide coverage at 5 to 7 mph, tractor-compatible, hydraulically folding wings for road transport, and reduced field turning. Elyria Industrial Equipment sells them at Routes 10 and 20, open 8 to 5 weekdays, 8 to noon Saturday, phone 322 7064.
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