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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1917
Page
9
The Weekly Press Letter from the University of Arizona College of Agriculture summarizes practical farm insights. It highlights crop management tips, weather implications for irrigation, livestock care reminders, and timely recommendations for seasonal planting, harvesting, and marketing strategies.
The January event hosted by the Agricultural Extension Seeview at the University of Arizona drew about 259 attendees, far above last year’s 14 percent increase. Attendees from across the state and neighboring areas benefited from practical lectures, demonstrations, and excursions, with strong reviews from farmers and their wives.
Thatcher Can Can club led by Miss Pilevier easily won first place in the state canning contest with 905 quarts produced and a $2321.69 value. Pima Bizz Buzz finished second, Wilson Jolly Girls took third, and Tempe Butte club placed fourth with multiple fair exhibits.
A fragment notes a Myers plunger pump described as a bump that coats little and works slowly in ordinary use, mentioning the PL Ronstadt Co Ady.
An official wire from the University of Arizona outlines Sudan grass planting for the Yuma Valley. Plant early by March with 26 to 72 pounds of seed per acre to yield 3 to 5 tons of dry hay per acre and allow a second hay crop after seed. Distinguish Sudan from Johnson grass, avoid seed use if Johnson grass is nearby, and note its subterranean fleshy root and year round growth.
A purported expert Samuel H. Smith claimed Ohio State University credentials during a Gila valley visit. Ohio officials deny knowing him. head of horticulture at Columbus confirms no graduate by that name. Experts warn Southwest fruit growers to note regional condition differences and beware impostors.
A fragmented report from the Mer. South grove correspondence outlines a temporary stay in the Hite valley by a horticulture expert. It notes limited time, local conditions, and a need for practical observation despite prior knowledge.
A fragment notes repair and rebuilding efforts at a snowlocked factory connected to Sattar, referencing Mr Avgreist. The lingering detail is sparse but implies ongoing maintenance or reconstruction in harsh conditions.
A damaged newspaper fragment mentions a sale action and local official names read from the text though details are incomplete.
Club champions receive gold medals in a formal ceremony attended by organizers and supporters. Leland P. Parke oversees the presentation with George B. Parroll assisting. Entertainment was provided by local contributors as part of the event.
Report of disruptions at a poultry event with participants Pion Awrey Fowler from Phoenix and SARINA champs Hive Higher Central noted. no clear cause or outcome described.
Floyd Medtock of Tempe wins grain sorghum championship as San Simeon is noted for top yield. Cotton alignment in the region is referenced with no further details.
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