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Page 4A, The Lee County Ledger, Thursday, January 1, 2004 Georgia Forestry Commission Report Tree Seedlings Available The Georgia Forestry Com mission (GFC) has sold out of a few species of tree seedlings but species such as Improved Slash, Rust Resistant Slash, High Gum Slash, Improved Loblolly, Rust Resistant Loblolly, and Long- leaf are available for landown ers to purchase for this planting season. These species of trees are the timber type pines. There are also some species of hard woods such as Dogwood, and White Oak that are available. Anyone desiring to order any of these tree seedlings should contact the GFC in Lee County as soon as possible to receive a seedling application. Anyone planning to plant at this time should take every caution to maximize seedling survival, such as planting fresh seedlings. Only schedule for shipment the seedlings that can be planted in a one week period or the time between scheduled deliveries. Protect the seedlings prior to planting by storing them in a cool place, protected from the sun and wind. Provide venti lation by spacing with boards or cross stacking bundles. Prevent the seedlings from freezing and if freezing occurs, allow for natural thaw. While planting, the seedlings should be kept moist and cool. Plant seedlings one to two inches deeper than the nursery ground line (loblolly and slash) while making sure not to “J” or “L” root. While planting make sure that the seedlings are firmly packed to remove any air spaces that might allow roots to dry out while the seedlings are in the ground. Survival rates greatly increase when seedlings Facts About Masonry By J.M. Rhodes Member of Chehaw Lodge 701 Leesburg, Georgia WHY ARE WE CALLED “FREEMASONS”? There are many theories: a man was Freemason because his ancestors were not slaves nor was he a slave, he was so called because he was free within his Guild, or free of the Guild’s laws and could thus “travel” in foreign countries and work where he would; he was a Freemason because he worked in freestone, which is any stone which can be cut, smoothed, carved in any direc tion- he was free when he had passed his apprenticeship and became a Fellow of the Craft: he was free when he had left the status of serf or villain and legally became free. Probably at one time or another masons were called Freemasons for any of these reasons or for all of them. The consensus leans to the theory that the Freemason was such because of his skill, knowledge and abilities which set him free of those conditions laws rules and customs which circumscribed masons of lesser abilities in the Cathedral build ing age. WHAT ARE THE ANCIENT LANDMARKS? Various Grand lodges have “adopted” various “lists of ancient Landmarks” and thus have given the tenets in the list the force of law in those Grand Lodges. But no Grand Lodge can make or unmake a landmark, any more than the Congress of the United States can make or unmake a law of nature. Congress might pass a law saying that the law of gravitation was hereafter to be inoperative, but presumably an apple rolling from a table would still fall to the floor! Grand Lodges which leave landmarks undefined and unre stricted by listing seem to have the better practice, just as these churches which do not list “the moral law” clause by clause seem to have a better grasp of what it is. The late great Charles C. Hunt, Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Iowa, put this point of view in a few words: “The Masonic conception of a landmark is fundamental law of Masonry which no body of men or Masons can repeal. Anything that can be adopted can be repealed. If a Grand Lodge has power to adopt, it has power to repeal. It is the very fact that they are unalterable which makes the landmarks similar to scientific laws which cannot be changed or altered by any man or body of men.” It is probable that all English speaking Grand Lodges will agree that at least seven Masonic fundamentals are landmarks. These are: a. Monotheism, the sole dogma of Freemasonry. b. Belief in immortality, the ultimate lesson of Masonic philosophy. c. The Volume of the Sacred Law, an indispensable part of the furniture of the lodge. d. The legend of the Third Degree. e. Secrecy f. The symbolism of the opers- tive art. g. A Mason must be a freeborn male adult. Every Mason should ascertain what his own Grand Lodge has adopted (or not adopted) as “landmarks” and govern himself accordingly. Letters Policy The Lee County Ledger welcomes - indeed encourages - letters from our readers on matters of interest for the community. Have a complaint? See a problem that needs correcting? Have the solution to a problem that others haven’t seen yet? Feel some person or group deserves praise and isn’t getting it? Please write us and let everyone share in your viewpoint. We do request that all letters be signed and accompanied by the writer’s street address and telephone number. We reserve the right not to print any letter. Names will not be printed, if specified, and will not be released. Letters not signed will not be printed. Letters must be limited to no more than two double-spaced sheets. Address your letter to Editor, The Lee County Ledger, P.O. Box 715, Leesburg, Georgia 31763 or bring them by our office. The Lee County Ledger Established August 24, 1978 P.O. Box 715 (124 4th Street) Leesburg, Georgia 31763 (229) 759-2413 USPS 470-310 Official Organ of Lee County SUBSCRIPTION RATES Lee and surrounding counties $14." year Elsewhere $19." year Publisher Editor Layout and Design Derryl Quinn .... Jim Quinn ...Zan Twiggs (USPS 470-310), is published weekly for $14." per year in Lee and surrounding counties, and $19." per year else where by at its offices at the May Office Building, 126 - 4th Street, Leesburg, Georgia 31763. Periodicals postage paid at Leesburg, GA. POSTMASTER: Send address changes on Form 3579 to, P.O. 715, Leesburg, GA 31763. Printed On Recycled Paper MEMBER OF GEORGIA PRESS ASSOCIATION Tom Lambert are properly handled and cared for during storage and planting. For more information about seedling care or ordering tree seedlings contact the Georgia Forestry Commission in Lee County at 759-3011 or 759- 2622. The University of Georgia • Cooperative Extension Service Promising Crop Doug Collins. Lee CEC Putting t^nowledge toWork'1 Grain pearl millet is a promising crop. It may very well have a good fit in dryland double cropping. Promising Crop Pearl millet has been grown in this country as a forage crop for fifty years. The USDA has developed a hybrid variety that holds a lot of promise as a grain crop. Grain millet varieties are considerably shorter than forage varieties. Pearl millet has great poten tial as a poultry feed. It has a better amino acid structure than sorghum or corn. It has higher protein and oil content than com and sorghum. Additionally, it is easier than corn and sorghum to crack and process. It appears that pearl millet grain can also replace corn in swine and cattle rations without any drawbacks. Pearl millet is a deep-rooted crop, allowing it to utilize the residual nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium from prior crops. Although periods of drought can reduce pearl millet yields, pearl millet will suffer less yield reduction due to drought than will other grain crops. Under good management, pearl millet can yield 75 to 100 bushels per acre. Pearl millet has a good fit in double cropping on dryland. It will grow on a wide range of soils. Soils that become waterlogged during wet seasons should be avoided. Pearl millet can be planted from April through July in our part of the state. It is recommended that 15 to 25 pounds of nitrogen be ap plied at planting followed by 80 to 120 pounds of nitrogen three to four weeks after emergence. Sulfur should be applied at the rate of 10-15 pounds per acre. Phosphorous, potassium, and magnesium are applied accord ing to soil test recommendations for sorghum. Pearl millet can tolerate a relatively low pH, so meeting the liming requirements for following crops should be sufficient. A seedling rate of around four pounds per acre is sufficient. Optimal yields are not achieved in 36 inch rows; narrow rows are needed for optimal yield. Fourteen to 21 inch rows have been found to work well. Pearl millet should be planted 1/2 to 3/4 inch deep. Pearl millet is prolific at tiller ing and will make up for skips in narrow rows. If weeds are controlled during early growth stages, the millet will quickly grow and shade out later emerg ing weeds. Although atrazine provides excellent weed control in pearl millet, it is not labeled for this crop. 2,4-D is the only effective herbicide labeled for this crop. More information can be found on grain pearl millet on the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and En vironmental Sciences web site. Call me and I will help you find this site or print out a copy of the publication for you, which ever is best for you. Plantation Seed Conditioners donated a bag of TifGrain 102 for a demonstration plot. We may conduct another demon- startion plot this year if their is interest. Unfortunately, there is no es tablished market for pearl millet grain. A poultry company has expressed serious interest in it, but will need large quantities of the grain in order to use it in its rations. The only current market for pearl millet grain is for wild bird feed. A market for the grain should be secured before planting. For more information, call the Lee County Extension Office at 759-6025. Thunder Road By Zane Binder ‘03 VW EUROVAN MV WESTFALIA CAMPER Opossum@ix.netcom.com Looking for a top-notch camp er at a great price? Your local Volkswagen dealer might have what you need! The national sales organization hasn’t been “pushing” Eurovan MV Camp ers due, rumor has it, to a new model’s slated introduction next year. That means this purely “Continental” camper could be available for well under its $32,000 list. Equipped with the $3,335 “Weekender” (Camper) Package, there’s nothing like it available directly from rivals! Viewing the front-drive Eurovan Camper initially may surprise. The top “pops,” a thoughtful innovation that makes it easy to navigate inside without stooping. Though over all the VW isn’t huge, its seat ing arrangement makes the most of the interior area. The middle bench faces rearward and the re movable back one forward! The interior’s ergonomically correct due to the space needed for the propane-powered refrigerator, foldable two person bed, built- in table, overhead fluorescent light and extra accessory power battery. A nice touch are the side windows with curtains and slid ing side door. The velour front seats are swiveling captain’s chairs; the vehicle’s overall driving impression makes it superb for long trips. Note this, folks: for 500-mile-per-day travel, even the finest luxury car can’t compare with a minivan’s comfort! Though subjective, one trip will win you over! Like all vehicles in its class, the Eurovan’s feature-rich. Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control, 4-wheel antilock power disc brakes, rack and pinion steering, fully inde pendent suspension, full-size spare, daytime running lights, electronic dual zone climate control with dust and pollen filter, a mediocre AM/FM/ Cassette sound system, heated mirrors, power locks and win dows plus genuine “European Feel” add allure. There’s just too much to list! Underhood, you’ll discover a 2.8 liter, 201 HP VR6 with four valves per cylinder. It’s ad equate to pull this 4,200-pound vehicle to 60 from rest in 10.6 seconds. Fuel efficiency on un leaded premium was observed at both 18 city and highway, an unusual result checked numer ous times. The EPA rates it at 17 city and 20 highway. Handling, due to the vehicle’s height and center of gravity, is adequate but not stellar. Ride, the other side of the equation, is fairly soft, though soft is relative by European standards! Stillm it’s comfortable by any measure! The tires are narrow, slippery mud and snow radials. When they wear out, invest in larger, stickier ones. VW’s ‘03 Eurovan’s is a unique vehicle with a defi nite market niche. As a new version’s on the way, now is the time to buy! (c) 2003 DBR Media, Inc. The Smart Shopper by Marla Armbrust THIS WEEK’S TIP: Avery happy New Year to all my read ers! The good news is, the econo my is gaining steam. That means more opportunity for prosperity. Hopefully, it will also mean a greatly improved job market. Resolve to get yourself on track financially this year. If you haven’t yet done so, make some solid investment plans based on your goals, whether that means retirement or a college education fund for the kids. Putting it off can result in financial disaster. Here are this week’s offers: DASANI $4 REBATE OF FER, P.O. Box 280, Riderwood, MD 21139 (receive $4). Send in the UPC from two 12-packs of 16.9-oz. bottles or one 24-pack of 16.9-oz. bottles of Dasani water. Also send your dated (by 1/31/04) cash register receipt with price circled. Limit two offers per household. Offer limited to IA, IL, IN, KY, MI, MN, MO, ND, OH, SD, and WI. Specially- marked on-package sticker form required. Must be received by 2/14/04. KILZ BOOK OFFER, 130 S. Bemiston, Suite 400, St. Louis, MO 63105 (receive free book). Send in the dated (between 11/1/03 and 2/13/04) cash register receipt showing the purchase of two gallons of Kilz Premium Primer. You’ll get a Better Homes & Gardens decorating book free. Store form required. Must be post marked by 2/13/04. ALL CLAD TEXTILE SET, P.O. Box 134, Dept. 40583, Niagara Falls, NY 14302 (receive a free apron, oven mitt, towel, whisk). Send in the UPCs and your dated (between 7/1/03 and 12/31/03) cash register receipt from the purchase of at least $200 in All Clad brand cookware. Store form required. Must be received by 2/15/04. PRESTONE BOGO OFFER, P.O. Box 5756, Clinton, IA 52736 (receive up to $8). Send in the foil seal from one gallon of Prestone Antifreeze/Coolant and one gallon of Prestone Bug Wash Windshield Cleaner OR Prestone De-Icer Windshield Washer Fluid. You’ll get back your purchase price for the non-antifreeze item up to $4. Limit two offers per household. Also send your dated (by 1/31/04) cash register receipt with price circled. Store form required. Must be postmarked by 2/15/04. PRISMACOLOR REBATE OF FER 1238-0014, P.O. Box 4466, St. Cloud, MN 56398 (receive up to $15). For $7.50, send in the UPC from a Prismacolor 72 colored soft core pencil set. For $15, send the UPC from a 120 set. For $7.50, send in the UPC from a Prismacolor 24 art marker set, 24-count. For $15, send the UPC from a 48-color set. Also send your dated (between 7/1/03 and 1/ 31/04). Store form required. Must be postmarked by 2/15/04. CORNING WARE REBATE, P.O. Box 7369, Endicott, NY 13761 (receive $10). Send in the UPC from a Corning Ware French Whites 13-piece set and a Linens ‘n Things dated (between 3/1/03 and 12/31/03) cash register receipt with price circled. Store form required. Must be postmarked by 2/15/04. (c) 2003 DBR Media, Inc.