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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1957
Page
4
Examination of many sweet corn fields in Lorain County reveals corn borer presence. Eggs laid on leaf undersides by moths hatch in a week, with larvae feeding outside the plant. Control measures include metal traps in Elyria and chemical options under Department of Agriculture guidance.
Baringer advised placing traps in sunny spots about 15 feet from host plants and told residents not to move traps without first consulting the inspector. Inspectors carry credentials on request and local police have been notified. The Japanese beetle inspector lacks data on other plant pests. further information may be requested from Harold L. Porter, chief in charge of the Ohio Department of Agriculture insect and plant pest program in Columbus.
Columbus officials imposed an 11 ton load limit citywide after a woman lobbied for five ton rules in her neighborhood. She attempted to stop trucks herself, and officials noted fire engines would be illegal under the new rules.
Mrs. Robert Halterman of Madison is reelected Home Council president for a second term after the annual meeting, with Miss Maurer and Miss McGregor also recognized. New officers include Mrs. Charles McFarland vice president and Mrs. Robert Doner treasurer. Mrs. William Bowen named secretary.
Ohio farmers store clean wheat to protect value as sanitation rules tighten. Grain with rodent pellets or insect-damaged kernels lowers price up to 75 cents a bushel. Rodents can cause heavy losses, so concrete floors, hardware cloth, and sealants deter entry. Hog grading shows 43 percent rise in hogs graded, with 126,946 No 1 hogs from 25 markets. Bowen notes higher graded hogs boost gross income under grade programs and milk cooling integration.
Ohio State University extension engineer D M Byg warns that poor ventilation in milk houses raises cooling costs in summer. Heat transfer drops with higher air temps, forcing longer compressor runs and more electricity per 100 pounds of milk. Opening doors and windows helps, though some barns need a ventilating fan.
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