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THURSDAY, DEC. 25, 1969
S Herman Talmadge
REPORTS FROM THE UNITED' STATES SENATE '
THERE ARE GROWING indications that the Congress will
remain in session this year until late November, or possibly even
into December. In fact, nearly year-long sessions have become the
rule rather than the exception.
I have long questioned this practice. I doubt the wisdom of
requiring members of Congress to stay in Washington for a full
11 or 12 months. I know it is not necessary. This is particularly
true of a year like this one.
Legislative work could of course be speeded up, in committee
and on the floor. This would result in sizeable savings of both time
and money. But equally important, I believe Senators and Repre
sentatives ought to be able to leave the confines of official Wash
ington and return to their constituencies for at least a reasonable
portion of the year. Government, even at the national level, should
remain as close to the people as possible. This after all is the
essence of a representative democracy.
* * *
ASIDE FROM APPROPRIATIONS to fund the operation of
the government, there are several important issues facing the
Congress this year, such as steps to curb inflation, the surtax, tax
reform, the anti-ballistic missile system controversy, education,
job training, and self-help programs for the needy.
All these demand our attention. They are vital to the well
being Of all Americans and to the security of our nation. These
are high priority items on the legislative agenda, but I fail to see
why they should consume a whole year.
And beyond these issues, I for one do not believe that this is
the time for new and expensive ventures in the legislative field.
* * *
THE CONGRESS AND THE ADMINISTRATION are being
accused in some quarters of inaction. However, in my judgment,
this is in keeping with the mood of the public at the present time.
I do not believe a majority of the people want to see the Con
gress or the new administration rush pell mell into a vast array of
far-reaching programs that will cost more money at a time when
oppressive taxation and inflation already plague the nation.
The people want and need more time to sit back and take stock,
to reassess and evaluate. The same is true of the Congress. We
would do well to complete the business at hand and adjourn for
the year as early as possible.
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CHEAP SEED?
Cheap seed may be the most
expensive seed you can buy. Ex
tension Service agronomists at the
University of Georgia say tests
' JTehald Ih* SUr.
It'S Christmas! At this most joyous time of year
we pause to give thought to our blessings... numbered
P among them, your favors and friendly good
will Please accept our sincere thanks along with
our best wishes for holiday joy in full measure.
Cawthon Bros. L. P. Gas
have shown top quality seed is a
wise investment. Top quality seed
of a recommended hybrid or va
riety will out-yield poor quality
seed by at least 20 percent.
On The Farm
Production
Front
BY CARL BRACK
Butts County Agent
ttime draws
do the many
hazards associ
holiday season.
This year let
us all be on
the alert for potential hazards
such as shorted wires that may
cause fires, decorations that
children may be hurt or poisoned
with, toys that become weapons
when broken, and the driver who
celebrates too much.
Of course these are but a few
of the hazards associated with the
holiday season, but if we stay
alert for these, then we will be
better prepared for whatever
comes and more of us will be
around for next year.
House Plants Lose Leaves
Many house plants have a ten
dency to lose leaves during the
winter. The highly colorful croton
plant is a good example. All of a
sudden there is a shower-like
dropping of the lower leaves.
This dropping may be attributed
to several factors. In the main
there are two—humidity and tem
perature. Crotons do not like a
temperature much below 70 de
grees. With a room temperature
this high the humidity will be
quite low. To overcome such a
low humidity will require almost
daily moistening or spraying of
the plant with water. Another
method to help overcome low hu
midity is to set the pot on a tray
or pan of pebbles. Water should
be added to the tray occasionally.
It will evaporate and raise the
humidity around the plant some
what. Also keep the soil in the
pot moist, not wet, nor excessive
ly dry for best results.
Fertilizer for Peach Trees
The surest way to determine
the fertilizer needs of peach trees
that are one to three years old
and will save the grower money
is soil testing peach orchards.
THE JACKSON PROGRESS-ARGUS, JACKSON, GEORGIA
Where the soil test report shows
a low to medium potash level in
young orchards, apply M> pound
of an 8-8-8 followed by two ap
plications of V* pound of soda at
six-week intervals. If the potash
level is high, only soda should be
used. Make three applications of
14 pound at six-week intervals.
Mature trees with a high pot
ash level in the soil should be fer
tilized with Vi to 1 pound of
nitrogen per tree. This should be
applied one month before bloom.
If additional nitrogen is needed
for older trees, apply just after
harvest and no later than Aug
ust 15.
Covering Shrubs for
Cold Protection
It is worth the trouble to cover
shrubs when a severe cold spell
is forecast? Most horticulturists
agree that covering shrubs with
p/nonor of your k,
Brookwood Beauty Salon
Jennie, Judy, Shirley, Faye, Willie T.
IVherever the wonder
ristmas shines today,
sarten and inspire us,
W |fc§&/ to peace and joy everlasting.
f ** To friends and patrons, many thanks.
THE FARMERS BANK
LOCUST GROVE, GEORGIA
blankets, tarpaulins, plastic bags
and cardboard boxes usually isn’t
worth the effort involved. The
use of some covers, such as
clear plastic, can in fact increase
the chances of future cold injury
if the cover remains over the
plants during the daylight hours.
This is due to the sharp increase
in temperature that can occur
under the cover in bright sun
light.
In order for a cover to provide
effective cold protection for
shrubs, it should extend to the
ground and be sealed to the
ground with soil in order to trap
the soil heat that will radiate back
underneath the cover during the
night. Again this is not a recom
mended procedure for homeown
ers due to the trouble involved.
The suggestion to “ice over”
shrubs prior to severe freeze is
also not a practical approach. In
order for icing to be effective,
w’ater must be applied throughout
the freezing period. This is not
practical for homeowners. Even
when this can be done the heavy
coating of ice often will result
in severe limb breakage to many
shrubs.
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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During this happy season, we hope
your home is filled to the roof
with warmth, joy and good cheer.
Our thanks for your confidence.
G. H. Barnes Lumber Cos.
TREE SELECTION
The best looking trees for the
holiday season are sold early.
Home economists with the Co
operative Extension Service at
the University of Georgia sug
gest that you make your selection
before all the fresh trees are
gone. A fresh tree should be se
lected even if it will be used only
a short time.
