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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1938
Page
1
The farm world reports early late blight across widespread potato growing areas due to cool nights and warm moist days. Thorough spraying with Bordeaux mixture is advised, using eight pounds bluestone eight pounds lime and 160 gallons water, with adequate pressure and timely repeats to prevent losses.
Studies on potato cultivation show roots develop mainly in the surface 7 to 8 inches and near the surface. Deep cultivation can break shallow roots, causing branching and temporary growth setbacks, while surface roots benefit from rainfall and fertilizer. avoid root pruning and stop cultivation once tuber set begins.
Ridge cultivation designed by the South Dakota Experiment Station directs rainfall between two rows of young trees, yielding better results in arid regions. Suckling pigs are now immunized against hog cholera, needing half as much serum as older pigs. Oregon tests control pea weevils by dusting edges of fields with rotenone dust. Hillsdale County poultrymen find nesting cats improve egg safety, while hogs eat less with molasses substituted for corn. Milk production data from New York herds show higher yields in 1987 than 1925, prompting herd comparisons. Chicks face higher mortality in heat, but sanitation and parasite control improve outcomes.
West Virginia farmers can speed locust tree growth by mixing nitrate fertilizer into soil at planting. In 1936 fertilized trees averaged 32 inches growth in one year with 20 percent losses versus 7 inches and 7 percent losses for unfertilized. The Agriculture Department also weighs in on hay silage, suggesting dry storage without molasses or acids but offering practical tips for silos including fine chopping, using a jointed distributor, and weighting top layers with heavy paper and stones.
pruning of pines spruces and evergreens should occur in midsummer to shape trees for compact symmetrical form. Dormant season clipping suits firs but pines need summer pruning to prevent spindly growth. Use sharp shears and cut at the tip to encourage terminal bud formation as rapid growth ends around July.
Farmers are urged to clean granaries and inspect stored grain for weevil before threshing. Many stored grains are infested and should be treated. Remove old grain if possible and thoroughly clean cracks and crevices. Ensure airtight storage and treat with carbon disulfide per 100 cubic feet.
A historical notice advises not to remove all old grain and to use an extra three pounds of carbon bisulphide per 100 bushels. It warns the material is combustible and to keep open flames away. The granary should remain closed for 36 to 48 hours and aired out well before entry by anyone.
July garden care urges planting more potted perennials such as violas mums and sunflowers for fall bloom. Plant annuals like zinnias and petunias, water thoroughly, water lawns and shrubs during dry spells, and keep gardens weed free with regular cultivation.
Philadelphia truck driver Leon G Herlock struggled to answer questions then told the judge a handshake helps him talk. The judge and Herlock shook hands, and the trial progressed smoothly.
Poultrymen should provide nests for pullets on range or in houses and batteries to improve egg quality. Teach pullets to use nests, gather eggs several times daily, and candle eggs from stolen nests before market. Cover nests in rain to prevent wet eggs.
East Carlisle hosts a July picnic at Rose's Dam with P T A members and families bringing lunch and serving coffee. La Porte Ladies Aid, Robson Road group, and local Sunday School class hold gatherings with contests, bonfire, and wieners roasted by the river. Carlisle Cloverettes discuss stain removal and plan attendance at Camp Crag with Agnes Lottmann.
Members of the LaPorte Memorial Church Young People Choir hosted a homemade ice cream social on July 12 to cover robes and music expenses. Eleanor Robson and Mrs. Robert Lee led activities with choir members helping, while a large attendance supported Sunday services and planned musical numbers for upcoming weeks.
A long list of Elyria and nearby residents visit relatives and friends across Cleveland, Detroit, and Lakewood. Travel and hospitality mark weekends with gatherings at Clifton Beach, Forest Road, and Mink toy Lake, while others host cousins, nephews, and siblings from West Virginia to Norwalk. The update notes church and school activities, a burial at Evergreen Cemetery, and family meals and trips including Whip's Ledges.
The Sand Stone Juniorettes Four H Club met at the school with advisor Miss Ruth Moore. They discussed regular business, sewed on projects, and held a social hour with Mary Ann Klimosewski June Crandall and Betty Wilt serving refreshments. The Nativity parish Young People's League sponsors a minstrel show titled Dixie To Harlem in the school auditorium at 8:00 this evening. Cast members come from Annunciation parish in Cleveland. Congregational Ladies Dime Society to host Silver Tea at Mrs H E Dulmage's home Thursday afternoon.
The Merry Maids Sunday School class of St. John’s Church will attend a theatre party tonight as part of the regular July meeting.
A chicken dinner will be served in the Nativity Church parlors on Sunday starting at noon until all are served. The parish sponsors it and the Ladies Altar Society will run a bake sale in connection with the dinner. The Ludwig reunion at Rug-...
Summary of local church and club activities. Epworth League to meet July 11 at M E parsonage with Rev Koontz. services July 24 at ME church in Koontz absence. Flower show and bazaar set for Sept 2 hosted by FL E Ladies Aid. K P officers installed at Castle Hall. 4 H Club regular session with adviser Mrs Hawke. second year girls meet. Ice cream social July 23 by Happy Harvesters. Bake Sale July 2 for Camp Crag. Pythian Sisters meet with good attendance. Mrs Chandos Varney hosted a graft of friends and bridge. Firestone illness noted. visitors include Wilda Moore and Frank Myers visiting. Saturday morning services drew good attendance.
The Spencer area paper notes weekend and Sunday guests including Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hyland and many relatives visiting from Akron Ashland Wooster Canton Wellington Elyria Marion Cleveland and Red Oak Iowa. Health improvements for Mr. Hyland are reported and several local residents travel for visits and leisure.
Burberton receives ear infection treatment. Mr and Mrs David Geisinger of Lodi visit at South Main Street home. Mrs Lindeman returns to Sullivan after caring for Mrs Delia Hartman. Edd Koppes visit Wooster with family. Georgia Mae Koontz from Ashland staying with aunt and uncle Rev J G Koontz. Helen Boone at Niagara Bible Conference in Cleo d l New York helping in music. Doris Reese of West Salem visiting Reynolds family. Lamp family and Frank Gallatin enjoy Michigan vacation. Ida Naylor of Wellington staying with Sylvia Brinker after Orrion Brinker’s death. Norma Walters visiting Canton with aunt and uncle Harry Lilley. Lilley and Walters families hosting visits. Lea Koons of Sullivan visits Greetham family. Fred Nichols and sister Della Boone dine with Nichols family in Wellington. Betty Jackson and siblings visit grandmother Nellie Van Shoor near Painesville. C E Thompson visits daughter Sceola Thompson at Lodi Hospital, improved. Rev J G Koonisz to lead services July 23 at First M E Church Lorain. Verna Aukerman staying at John Beck home doing house work after Mrs Beck’s death. Bird Van Boxel and Cleveland family visit Van Buact home.
The sixth leveling of the H Sewing Club was held recently with a business session and a roll call response. After sewing, refreshments were served by the committee and a luncheon followed the business meeting.
An old advertisement claims Pecoreon's Ginlitent soothes skin blemishes and that 34 druggists offer a money back guarantee if one application does not delight. It promotes the same ointment for irritated feet and cracks between toes.
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