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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1952
Page
2
Trials across the United States indicate corn yields are about 30 percent higher than in the 75 years before 1940. Improvements arise from hybrid seed and better practices as farmers adopt new methods and equipment.
Trials across states measure fertilizer rates and hybrid seed performance on corn. Results show higher yields with adapted high yielding hybrids and precise nitrogen application, though weed control and crop rotation also affect profits.
Ohio State University specialist Col Kline says modernizing with non metal sheath cable can be done without tearing walls in many homes. He notes limited ceiling work and access through floors. careful bonding of conductors is needed and some houses with knob and tube remain best option for new outlets only in newer constructions.
Alcoholics Anonymous states alcoholism is a sickness and offers mutual aid at no charge. The notice references a P. O. Box 321 and emphasizes self help and fellowship without fees.
Columbus report from Ohio State University notes Earl Jones says tests at the Ohio Agricultural Experiment Station show the highest yields per acre came from stands with ears averaging about a half pound. He warns that ears heavier than a half pound indicate corn stands were not thick enough, and suggests weighing harvested corn to gauge yield potential.
Ohio State University extension plant pathologist B F Janson warns that peach leaf curl, a fungus attacking leaves twigs blossoms and fruit, has afflicted many Ohio orchards this year. He urges early control with fungicides after leaves begin to emerge and before growth thickens, detailing spray timing and products.
A fragmented 19th century typewritten note describes a post hole digger machine and its use on farms. It mentions rates of 600 post holes per day and references irrigation, ground conditions, and farm equipment like ACLs and tractors. The text lacks coherent structure but signals historical rural technology and labor estimates.
Ohio State University extension specialist Davis warns farmers in 1952 to guard corn from rats. He recommends sanitation, sealed storage, concrete floors, hardware cloth enclosures, and protective crib modifications to deter rodent damage on multiple farms. Continuous monitoring and cleanup are advised.
Capper's Farmer profiles ten dairy operations near Lansing Michigan showing herd sizes from 15 to 39 cows. Managers use part time help, family labor, and efficient routines to reach peak milk output of about 20,000 pounds in peak months while keeping chores around 64 hours per week.
In Holdrege Nebraska residents witnessed a curious scene as a dog accompanied a family on a baby carriage ride. A passerby noted a mother not present with a baby, while a daughter and the dog rode alongside, creating a double take moment for onlookers.
Murklands wet areas can become high yielding pastures when seeded to reed canary grass. Plant before August 15 or seed in late fall after grazing. Use five pounds of seed per acre and apply 290 to 200 pounds of fertilizer per acre. Roll seeding to firm soil and manage annual weeds with a cover crop. Grass establishes after one year and remains green as other grasses dry.
In Columbus a Foundation report notes some farmers persist with antiquated cures for livestock despite modern science. The piece cites remnants of rural superstition such as tying bones or using improvised devices on animals, though such practices have largely faded in America.
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