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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1974
Page
11
A satirical column mocks the energy shortage by linking it to toilet paper scarcity. It recalls bulk buying mishaps, contemplates a toilet paper commission and czar, and jokes about immobile citizens reducing demand while a catalog economy returns. The piece closes with a wry note that problems may resolve themselves.
Ohio agronomist Hunter Follett of Ohio State University warns that fertilizer could be in short supply this year. He suggests soil testing now, prioritizing phosphorus management, using manure and crop residues, and applying phosphorus with placement in the row. If supplies are tight, plant soybeans on the best fertilized land and limit corn area to what nitrogen can support.
Millions of dollars in farm, garden, and maintenance power gear will be shown at the Power Show Ohio on February 2 and 3. Sponsored by the Ohio Association of Power Equipment Retailers, the event will run at the Columbus fairgrounds with some dealers offering complimentary tickets.
Ohio State University extension poultry economist Ralph Baker says egg prices, while high last year due to elevated feed costs, should ease. He notes flock size rebounded to prior levels and expects a 6 percent rise in layers by May, with production 5 to 6 percent higher year over year. prices forecast to drop 7 to 10 cents per dozen in Q2 and remain near Q1 levels in Q3.
Star Builders announces a January special: a 50 by 80 by 13 foot timber designed utility building for 4875 tax included. Includes pre-painted 28 gauge steel siding and roofing, six inch gutters, two doors, four skylights, color options, and a full guarantee. Call 986-5951 or 986-8022 or visit Rt. 113 South Amherst office to discuss.
Washington AP reports that 1973 feed costs rose 64 percent over 1967 base, while 1972 rose eight percent. Alfalfa hay averaged 51.70 per ton nationwide, up from 40.20 in 1972, and soybean meal rose to 14 per 10 pounds from 6.62 the prior year, helping curb production.
Agriculture stands as Canada’s prime industry, yet it employs under 8 percent of the workforce. The sector remains central to the economy, shaping policy and rural livelihoods as farmers adopt new practices and markets evolve.
U.S. farm counts fell 1 percent to an estimated 2,821,000 on Jan 1, continuing a four decade trend. Despite fewer farms, total farmland and productivity rise as average farm size grows from 332 to 385 acres. No decline in farm numbers occurred in 16 states including Texas and California.
Ford Good and John Rodgers announce two sale methods for estate liquidations at Goods Auction House Creston on site or by moving items to the Creston sale barn. The auction house also runs a poultry and egg marketplace and a flea market in the barn with various stands. Contact numbers are provided for Good in Seville and Rodgers in Creston.
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