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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1952
Page
2
The article outlines renovating overgrown permanent pastures using disking and cultivation, adding legumes and grasses, lime and phosphate fertilizers, and controlled grazing. It notes clover growth boosts midsummer forage and that proper reseeding and grazing management are essential for lasting productivity gains across regions including Iowa.
Dearborn Motors announces three new corn planters named Red, Grit and Drill Drop to be made at Wood Bros Inc Des Moines Iowa. The planters fit Ford Tractors with no gear levers and feature a redesigned hitch for even planting and depth, a hydraulic constant draft system, and a fertilizer attachment with an 85 pound hopper.
Mushroom enthusiasts can safely grow their own if they have the right equipment say Edward S Thomas curator of natural history at the Ohio State Museum. He notes cultivated or canned mushrooms are safer and recommends seeking expert opinion before eating wild varieties. A cool mushroom cellar is ideal with several setup options.
An Ohio State University specialist warns that misuse of fuses causing home fires is a real risk. Doubling fuse size to 30 amperes greatly increases heat and fire danger. repairs should be by qualified electricians. Also note safety tips on disconnecting appliances, ironing from normal outlets, thunderstorms, and care of cords to prevent insulation damage and shorts.
The Mall portable gasoline engine of Chicago powers six farm tools including a chain saw, earth auger, wood arc, sump pump, concrete vibrator, and concrete surfacer. Weighing 34 pounds with a 18, 20, or 42 inch bar, it offers fingertip control, automatic hitch, and non kick starter for versatile farm use. The Elyria Fence and Implement Co says complete information is available.
A economist from Ohio State University says wheat worth 29 cents to the farmer if bread costs 17 cents, with wheat prices varying across decades. The piece notes shifts in bread prices and farmer costs from 1849 to 1950 and suggests farmers face rising prices while returns remain low.
The article warns late fall cutting can ruin an excellent grass stand by depleting root reserves and storage. It discusses timing for alfalfa and sweetclover, noting September cuts reduce winter survival, while August to July cuts may store reserves and protect stands. It emphasizes later clips favor root growth and weed control. summer sowings require careful clipping to avoid weakening plants.
Farmers Supply Store owner Ernie Gondell at Oberlin offers a limited time all weather bonus to Minneapolis Moline tractor buyers. The package includes a tractor umbrella holder raincoat cap and ear flapped hood for fall weather.
Ohio State University study by Gordon Ryder shows farm accident victims skew older and younger, with one third over 64 and a quarter under 15. Carelessness, not equipment, drives many incidents, 79 cases reviewed citing tractors and machinery as nearly half the deaths.
Three Ohio State University Agricultural Extension economists Mabel Spray Mervin G Smith and L H Barnes join national outlook discussions in Washington to study 1953 farm costs and price trends. They will share findings with Ohio groups via news releases radio programs and district meetings starting November 13.
Columbus Ohio reports that hog producers may see higher prices in late summer and fall 1953. Extension economist Lyle H. Barnes notes efficient growers will gain more from the favorable market, while many farmers misprice breeding plans due to the poor corn-to-hog price ratio. He predicts a smaller spring pig crop and higher late season prices, with efficient producers keeping more bred sows.
The strike in Pan Islams capital halted after the Army began monitoring cargo in Karachi harbor and the government declared the action illegal.
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