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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1955
Page
10
Columbus Ohio Bulk fertilizer handling saves farmers 3.50 to 4 a ton versus bagged purchase, said E P Reed OSU extension agronomist. He noted bags and bagging costs drive most of the saving and that bags themselves account for about 5 percent of the sale price.
Raymond E Cray of the Ohio Agricultural Experiment Station reports eggs account for over 2 percent of typical food store sales and offers methods to boost sales through better packaging labeling and retailer cooperation. He studied 1500 Cleveland area retailers to identify factors that raise egg sales and consumer trust.
Cray reports that only 36 percent of stores used carton labels showing egg size and quality with many independents lacking labels or signs. Chain stores used carton labels and open refrigerators, while self service outlets posted higher egg volumes and broader grade variety, suggesting display and labeling drive purchases.
John Rose Jr and Harold Fassinger of Lorain County Tractor Sales announce the display of Ford's new Model 960 tricycle tractor. The machine features power-spread rear wheels, inch-by-inch spacing, and a full range of front and rear attachments. Ford reports eight tractor models announced since January, including the 900 and 700 series with advanced safety and hydraulic features. The Red Tiger engine and three-point hitch are standard across models.
Ithaca N Y What is a BS degree Bachelor of Shoeing Well it could be before long You can go to college now to learn what every village smithy transidered elementary in grand pop s day To help meet the shortage of horseshoers the New York States Veterinary College at Cornell University established a short course last year Two men have already completed It and a third fishes to The University of Michigan started one several years ago. Highty year old Harry Flatt who had been on the job 62 years the last four at Yonkers Raceway approves of the course but insists an apprenticeship of about three years is still necessary. Flatt is the night emergency man in a trackside shop at Yonkers to take care of last minute problems between races like replacing thrown or damaged shoes. The Carnell course mans 16 weeks of 40 hours each and costs $1%. The instructor E. W Layton started learning the trade 35 years ago at the age of 19 in Nova Scotia. The course covers the anatomy of a horse s foot the theory of corrective shoeing large work trimming feet and the fitting and nail care. Your Community Dealer
Ohio State extension economist Riley Dougan says the 1955 corn crop should be similar to 1954 with a 1 percent rise in Ohio acreage. He notes a larger pig crop increasing feed demand, reducing carryover. He also expects prices not to exceed loan levels and CCC sales may begin if prices rise slightly above the loan price of $1.62.
Lorain County farmers may obtain Farmers Home Administration loans to fund soil conservation and permanent pasture projects on land moved from crops. Undersecretary Morse warns of scarce hay and pasture amid drought, urging high quality forage to cut costs. Loans cover land leveling, brush removal, seed bed prep, seed and fertilizer, and other pasture establishment needs, with approvals by the county committee. Applications are taken at the Norwalk county office and at the Erie ASC Office on the first Tuesday of each month.
Faurs Garden Center hosts a field day next Saturday at 32387 Center Ridge Rd to demonstrate modern garden tractors and tillage tools. Factory reps will show Snow-Du-All tractors, rototillers, and roto-hoes from 3 a.m. to 9 p.m. Door prizes include two power lawn mowers with free refreshments. bargain day noted.
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