August 20, 1959 (6 pages)

Gx. . lems. and water shortages. The farms of today may be the cities ae , om In order to maintain their eurr level of land productivity farmers are required to change their soil and crop manage-ment practices. Operating costs, urban¢reated problems, plus. taxes force many farmers to move from éstablished farming communities -into new areas which frequently have poorer soils, drainage probPy of tomorrow. If so, this means that today’s unused and marginal Jands must be the farms of tomorrow. Today’s typical California farm is a large, family-owned business enterprise, This family. farm aver‘ages 307-acres in size and. involves a capital investment of $60,000. More than 250 commercial crops are grown on these farms, and nearly one-half million people are required annually to work them. The direct farm work force is composed, in addition to the farmer and his family, of ‘about 285,000 hired domestic workers plus approximately 90,000 people on foreign work contracts during peak seasons. To illustrate graphically the ehanges taking place in California agriculture, Dr. Aldrich listéd the 10 most valuable agricultural ‘commodities during the past quarter-century. In 1930, the top 10 in order of importance were: Oranges, dairy, cattle, eggs, fimes drastic—changes. in agriused for truck farming, one-half million for vineyards, and one and thrée-fourths million for field crops.” Change is inevitable in a growing state such as California. Farmers must gear their operations toward taking full advantage of the opportunities brought about in the change. Dr. Aldrich, in his closing remarks at the Agricultural Council annual meeting, } pledged: “Agricultural scientists in state, federal, and private agencies will continue their efforts to provide information: to the grower concerned with bringing forth: from the soil the ultimate in production and, at the same time, preserving or improving its productive capacity for future generations.” Green Thumb fe THESE PLANTS Living high on a windy hill may be refreshing, but it’s a tough environment for some garden shrubs. In fact, the gardener who lives anywhere in the path of a prevailing wind is often hard pressed to defend himself from it. For these wind-blown few, the California, Association of Nurserymen offers a list of plants that WIND WON'T HURT a was stated by Dewitt partment of Natural Resources, right), today as he viewed a model of Direcror, California DeShell Oil Company’s mew outdoor fire-prevention. poster which _ will be placed at more tham 1100 California locations this _ Division of Forestry: According’ to Nelson 4; eritical since 1924. With gh A. Taylor, Fire Prevention Officer, the fire hazard this year is the most igh temperatures and low humidities, strong winds, and more people’in th: hazardous areas than ever a risk of Carélessly Caused fires has an all time Already many acres of fore ‘t, watershed and range lands have been destroyed. The accumul: ive effect of this year’s dry season will make the months ahead even more severe than June and c ‘samizations have joined the fight July. Many industries and to prevent forest fires. The operating with the California Fire Prevention Committee for “Oil.Company has. been comany years. If we are to save our wildland resources from destruction by fire this year we need the help of everyone. The responsibility to keep California green and golden is yours— for only you can prevent forest:fires. can take it. And any gardener whe gardens in adversity—along the seashore or on a windy, sunbaked plot—will do well to pay it heed. Cotoneasters, say the nurseryCrop Is Predicted The State Agricultural Department this week forecast a recmen ,are plants that revel in the} °T¢ cotton crop of 1,980,000 bales grapes, lemons, dry beans, chick. rough going. These robust berried . fT California this year. ens, prunes, and cotton. In order shrubs, from the contour-hugging The estimate tops the previous of importance in 1957 the top 10} Rockspray Cotoneaster to the. cord ef 1,818,000 bales produced were: Dairy, cattle, cotton, hay,. graceful and arching Silver Leaf. i"_ 1952 by 9 per cent. Last year grapes, eggs, oranges, tomatoes, lettuce, and barley. The new commodities in the top 10 mean new methods, equipment, land ~ use, and water demands. Aldrich said: ]ihe silver Leaf Cotoneaster stands. production “A glance at the present irrigated crop acreage in the state proFarmers Group Urges Labor Situation Probe L. A. Rozzoni, president of, the California Farm Bureau Federation, called for a State Senate study of the farm labor situation. variety, will serve you well in any soil, with little or no attention to water. For purposes of providing a windbreak, however, head and shoulders above the others. Karo Pittasporum and its cousin, Victorian Box, are both candidates for an unfriendly climate or soil. Karo is probably the tougher of the two, its grayish foliage indieating a good resistance to drought, but Victorian its wavy, green leaves and the 1,604,000 bales were ginmned. Record per acre production and increased acreage were given as reasons for the new record. A 1,086,pounds .an' acre is. forecast, compared with the previous high of 1,049 pounds produced last year. The national average per acre production is 474 pounds. Glenn Harvests Huge Almond p Early ~ of Agricultural Commissioner P. almond harvest in the history of He sént a telegram to Senator bis is the more attractive for{yHarrigan reported the earliest James. A. Cobey (D) of Merced County, chairman of the Senate fact finding committee on labor, asking for a study on the availability of workers to meet requirements in producing and harvesting California crops. Histelegram says, in part: “I am sure.it has been difficult for the general pubjic to ascertain the facts respecting this situation, particularly in view of the conflicting publicity. “Among other things, allegations have been made that farmers are -using Mexican national workers at the expense of domeéstic workers, despite the clear intent of the laws and regulations that domestic workers’ must be given first priority. “We isncerely recommend to you that the Senate interim committee on labor undertake a study of the situation as it exists today concerning the availability of agricultural workers to meet agriculture’s requirements in producing and harvesting agricultural commodities, We would further urge that such an investigation creamy white blossoms which provide a not-tobe forgotten scent each spring. Nothing could be more typiadapted to any difficult condi+7 tion, be it wind or drought, than. Glenn County is in full swing. Some growers began harvesting almonds at the end of July. 5 1 “. The harvest usually does not cally Californian and few more begin until mid-August. Yields are reported to ‘be higher than normal. the Olive. Indeed, wind enhances the grace of its airy gray foliage and while it may not enhance the crop—who cares? They’re beautiful to look at! a Australian Tea Tree, a whiteflowered, marrow leaf shrub often grows to grotesque shapes anese Privet makes as perfect a -windbreak as Like the others, it will blunt the force of all but a hurricane gale, and if that comes to California you might as well figure on plantit does a hedge. Dam, . New Ege Grading . Program Is Set “The Agriculture Department in Washington, D. C., has announced @ -hew controlled quality egg Srading program will take effect September 15. The program provides for gov€rnment certification of the quality of eggs which are produced and marketed under controlled conditions. factors include uniformity in age of laying flocks, perature and humidity levels and Promptness in handling. The quality control constant tem22s handled according to these wirementss and meet*hg the qualjty, standards proposed will be eligible foe either~ the Grade AA” label. designation. “Us label: or the new “Fancy Quality” grade In 1958 plant inspection stations, of the Department of Agriculture intercepted 20 specimens of cotton ball weevil and 12 specimens of pink bollworm. Lake. Mead,behind Hoover is the largest man-made body of water in the world. ‘ing a new garden anyway. Carlton G. Thomas INVESTMENT BROKER INSURANCE BROKER 151 Mill Street Growers Association and from President Harold Josendal of the National Wool Growers’ Association. 5 “The Congress: of the United Sta¥ésiis attempting, through the Wopel “Act, to. bolster the sheep industry to the point where it will anfYualy product 300,000,000 pounds of shorn wool, most vital to the national defense,” — said Rickard. “Congress also. provided in the Wool Act a self-help clause which enables every sheepman participating in the,wool incentive program to help stimulate demand for his product on an equitable basis and thereby take the burden off the government. “The Wool Act has been extended for another three years, but at the end of this time the sheep industry once again will have to go before Congress ‘to seek further extension of the program. If the growers have not, through the use of this clause, shown a desire to help themselves, Congress may also show reluctance to help.” State wool association officials also charge there are inaccuracies and misstatements in. a pamphlet distributed by the Farm Bureau in opposition to the selfhelp program. “The American sheep industry is facing a battle for existence in the economy of the United States through actions over which it has no control,” declared Josendal. “The American. Farm: Bureau Federation: has seen: fit to start an all-out campaign to defeat the September referendum, which . principle of individual freedom ~-lof choice and uses the federal of wool and lamb promotion. checkoff feature violates the basic government to compel growers to contribute to a program many Other leading topics on the two day convention program included the effect of live and frozen meat’ improvement, and promotion and marketing. 2 : ‘B PLAN’ GROWERS HAPPY and field,chairman of the cotton department has’ reported to diréctors of the California Farm Bureau Federation that most of the state’s cotton growers who acthis year are happy with’ their choice. Cotton prices, have held up better -than ex-} ton producers were permitted larger acreage with lower ‘supof them do not support. _ q imports on the domestic market, . lamb weighing practices, range. cepted the “B Plan” for cotton . . ough tha he ‘said, } pected. Under the “B Plan” cot. : ever, on clover or dichondra lawns. They’re not selective to distinguish these from broad leaved weeds © Bh The Japanese Tea Garden occupies about five acres of San. ‘Francisco’s Golden Gate Park: ‘Stops ltch—Relieves Pain Raymond E. Blair of Bakers. . For the ag pn a ar me new heal ng substance with the aston : oe 2 ee rhoids and to relieve pain — without In case after case, while gently relieving pain, actual reduction (shrinkage) took place. Most amazing of all — results were so thor‘that sufferers made astonishing .statements like “Piles have ceased to be a problem!” The secret is a new healing substance. (Bio-Dyne* )—discovery of a world-famous research institute. This substance is now available in suppository or ointment form ealled Preparation H.* At all dru counters—money back guarantee. 6 port. prices. ONLY “HALF” Are You So Run-Down You Can’t . How tragic when a woman feels so tired, so weak and run-down she can’t be a real companion! Luckily, it’s often due to “IronHungry Blood” (*simple iron deficiency anemia) . Then it’s needless Se en women to suffer weariness. for. . Blood” in one change-of-life women! Rich in iron, ‘8 . ‘Tablets poe 2 to strengthen — up ee is “I ~ ) , ' MAKING YOU A WOMAN? Give Your Hysband and Family Real Companionship? Then Discover The Wonderful _ ~ Minetlaehiiy. aused monthly cramps and # FOR FEMALE ! Doctors’ Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound (liquid) tests Liga agen Lydia B. also quick relief change-of-life, from discomforts of monthly Phone 1035 Grass Valley that seem born of the wind. Eseallonias, clean looking even in dry ,dusty conditions, take any wind but sometimes suffer from heat if over exposed inland. Japltchy Skin Rash! Zemo—liquid or ckotnee— 6 tee ; helps eal and ‘clear suttoce skin take place as soon as feasible. pons uy Extra ‘ ais Strength Zemo tor FOUN . -HOOPERA REPUTATION BUILT UPON MORTUARY, Inc. jard A. Prisk Walter L. Smith Brattin= To California. a : ee Z se ~ Californians pioneered the backyard Now more popular than ever, the hé sight in with California’s relaxéd w does: a good glass of beer. It’s bright beverage. ment: It means a better, growing ec for le, the Brewing Industry reason why beer means better living * for example, i glass of bee is many thing Join the Throng Satisfied Customers. Phone N. C. 36 EAGER BEAVER Invites You. . 5 for the Best. Ready, Eager and Willing to Make You Happy. For Space in This Directory of Happy, Look to us SUBSCRIBE FOR The Nugget PLASTERING . CEMENT WORK: No 5g too big. None too . Phone N: C. 288 . Only $3.00 Per Year JACK WOERNER ing, Welding, Lathe Work. Alta Hill Garage ignment, Wheel BalancAlta and Ridge Road Phone -Grass Valley 973 Sheet. Metal Work . STINSON Nevada City . LAUNDRY AND -. > Pick Up and Delivery . 240 Boulder Street i NEW! JUST IN! * Huffy Power Mower enone ee . Nevada City Phone 491°] 519 Alta St. Phone GV 122. ; ae BLAZES _ s We Specialize In : . = z =, — Bate day Night. eOcotR =o oO bach SOP fet eed eet Oe ee ed me, AOS . SD ot be ee, OS PAP ote oo AAO et Oe oe @., Roof -*; AOowerenty on ae . cictoo MrtAwm © &

Gx. . lems. and water shortages. The farms of today may be the cities ae , om In order to maintain their eurr level of land productivity farmers are required to change their soil and crop manage-ment practices. Operating costs, urban¢reated problems, plus. taxes force many farmers to move from éstablished farming communities -into new areas which frequently have poorer soils, drainage probPy of tomorrow. If so, this means that today’s unused and marginal Jands must be the farms of tomorrow. Today’s typical California farm is a large, family-owned business enterprise, This family. farm aver‘ages 307-acres in size and. involves a capital investment of $60,000. More than 250 commercial crops are grown on these farms, and nearly one-half million people are required annually to work them. The direct farm work force is composed, in addition to the farmer and his family, of ‘about 285,000 hired domestic workers plus approximately 90,000 people on foreign work contracts during peak seasons. To illustrate graphically the ehanges taking place in California agriculture, Dr. Aldrich listéd the 10 most valuable agricultural ‘commodities during the past quarter-century. In 1930, the top 10 in order of importance were: Oranges, dairy, cattle, eggs, fimes drastic—changes. in agriused for truck farming, one-half million for vineyards, and one and thrée-fourths million for field crops.” Change is inevitable in a growing state such as California. Farmers must gear their operations toward taking full advantage of the opportunities brought about in the change. Dr. Aldrich, in his closing remarks at the Agricultural Council annual meeting, } pledged: “Agricultural scientists in state, federal, and private agencies will continue their efforts to provide information: to the grower concerned with bringing forth: from the soil the ultimate in production and, at the same time, preserving or improving its productive capacity for future generations.” Green Thumb fe THESE PLANTS Living high on a windy hill may be refreshing, but it’s a tough environment for some garden shrubs. In fact, the gardener who lives anywhere in the path of a prevailing wind is often hard pressed to defend himself from it. For these wind-blown few, the California, Association of Nurserymen offers a list of plants that WIND WON'T HURT a was stated by Dewitt partment of Natural Resources, right), today as he viewed a model of Direcror, California DeShell Oil Company’s mew outdoor fire-prevention. poster which _ will be placed at more tham 1100 California locations this _ Division of Forestry: According’ to Nelson 4; eritical since 1924. With gh A. Taylor, Fire Prevention Officer, the fire hazard this year is the most igh temperatures and low humidities, strong winds, and more people’in th: hazardous areas than ever a risk of Carélessly Caused fires has an all time Already many acres of fore ‘t, watershed and range lands have been destroyed. The accumul: ive effect of this year’s dry season will make the months ahead even more severe than June and c ‘samizations have joined the fight July. Many industries and to prevent forest fires. The operating with the California Fire Prevention Committee for “Oil.Company has. been comany years. If we are to save our wildland resources from destruction by fire this year we need the help of everyone. The responsibility to keep California green and golden is yours— for only you can prevent forest:fires. can take it. And any gardener whe gardens in adversity—along the seashore or on a windy, sunbaked plot—will do well to pay it heed. Cotoneasters, say the nurseryCrop Is Predicted The State Agricultural Department this week forecast a recmen ,are plants that revel in the} °T¢ cotton crop of 1,980,000 bales grapes, lemons, dry beans, chick. rough going. These robust berried . fT California this year. ens, prunes, and cotton. In order shrubs, from the contour-hugging The estimate tops the previous of importance in 1957 the top 10} Rockspray Cotoneaster to the. cord ef 1,818,000 bales produced were: Dairy, cattle, cotton, hay,. graceful and arching Silver Leaf. i"_ 1952 by 9 per cent. Last year grapes, eggs, oranges, tomatoes, lettuce, and barley. The new commodities in the top 10 mean new methods, equipment, land ~ use, and water demands. Aldrich said: ]ihe silver Leaf Cotoneaster stands. production “A glance at the present irrigated crop acreage in the state proFarmers Group Urges Labor Situation Probe L. A. Rozzoni, president of, the California Farm Bureau Federation, called for a State Senate study of the farm labor situation. variety, will serve you well in any soil, with little or no attention to water. For purposes of providing a windbreak, however, head and shoulders above the others. Karo Pittasporum and its cousin, Victorian Box, are both candidates for an unfriendly climate or soil. Karo is probably the tougher of the two, its grayish foliage indieating a good resistance to drought, but Victorian its wavy, green leaves and the 1,604,000 bales were ginmned. Record per acre production and increased acreage were given as reasons for the new record. A 1,086,pounds .an' acre is. forecast, compared with the previous high of 1,049 pounds produced last year. The national average per acre production is 474 pounds. Glenn Harvests Huge Almond p Early ~ of Agricultural Commissioner P. almond harvest in the history of He sént a telegram to Senator bis is the more attractive for{yHarrigan reported the earliest James. A. Cobey (D) of Merced County, chairman of the Senate fact finding committee on labor, asking for a study on the availability of workers to meet requirements in producing and harvesting California crops. Histelegram says, in part: “I am sure.it has been difficult for the general pubjic to ascertain the facts respecting this situation, particularly in view of the conflicting publicity. “Among other things, allegations have been made that farmers are -using Mexican national workers at the expense of domeéstic workers, despite the clear intent of the laws and regulations that domestic workers’ must be given first priority. “We isncerely recommend to you that the Senate interim committee on labor undertake a study of the situation as it exists today concerning the availability of agricultural workers to meet agriculture’s requirements in producing and harvesting agricultural commodities, We would further urge that such an investigation creamy white blossoms which provide a not-tobe forgotten scent each spring. Nothing could be more typiadapted to any difficult condi+7 tion, be it wind or drought, than. Glenn County is in full swing. Some growers began harvesting almonds at the end of July. 5 1 “. The harvest usually does not cally Californian and few more begin until mid-August. Yields are reported to ‘be higher than normal. the Olive. Indeed, wind enhances the grace of its airy gray foliage and while it may not enhance the crop—who cares? They’re beautiful to look at! a Australian Tea Tree, a whiteflowered, marrow leaf shrub often grows to grotesque shapes anese Privet makes as perfect a -windbreak as Like the others, it will blunt the force of all but a hurricane gale, and if that comes to California you might as well figure on plantit does a hedge. Dam, . New Ege Grading . Program Is Set “The Agriculture Department in Washington, D. C., has announced @ -hew controlled quality egg Srading program will take effect September 15. The program provides for gov€rnment certification of the quality of eggs which are produced and marketed under controlled conditions. factors include uniformity in age of laying flocks, perature and humidity levels and Promptness in handling. The quality control constant tem22s handled according to these wirementss and meet*hg the qualjty, standards proposed will be eligible foe either~ the Grade AA” label. designation. “Us

label: or the new “Fancy Quality” grade In 1958 plant inspection stations, of the Department of Agriculture intercepted 20 specimens of cotton ball weevil and 12 specimens of pink bollworm. Lake. Mead,behind Hoover is the largest man-made body of water in the world. ‘ing a new garden anyway. Carlton G. Thomas INVESTMENT BROKER INSURANCE BROKER 151 Mill Street Growers Association and from President Harold Josendal of the National Wool Growers’ Association. 5 “The Congress: of the United Sta¥ésiis attempting, through the Wopel “Act, to. bolster the sheep industry to the point where it will anfYualy product 300,000,000 pounds of shorn wool, most vital to the national defense,” — said Rickard. “Congress also. provided in the Wool Act a self-help clause which enables every sheepman participating in the,wool incentive program to help stimulate demand for his product on an equitable basis and thereby take the burden off the government. “The Wool Act has been extended for another three years, but at the end of this time the sheep industry once again will have to go before Congress ‘to seek further extension of the program. If the growers have not, through the use of this clause, shown a desire to help themselves, Congress may also show reluctance to help.” State wool association officials also charge there are inaccuracies and misstatements in. a pamphlet distributed by the Farm Bureau in opposition to the selfhelp program. “The American sheep industry is facing a battle for existence in the economy of the United States through actions over which it has no control,” declared Josendal. “The American. Farm: Bureau Federation: has seen: fit to start an all-out campaign to defeat the September referendum, which . principle of individual freedom ~-lof choice and uses the federal of wool and lamb promotion. checkoff feature violates the basic government to compel growers to contribute to a program many Other leading topics on the two day convention program included the effect of live and frozen meat’ improvement, and promotion and marketing. 2 : ‘B PLAN’ GROWERS HAPPY and field,chairman of the cotton department has’ reported to diréctors of the California Farm Bureau Federation that most of the state’s cotton growers who acthis year are happy with’ their choice. Cotton prices, have held up better -than ex-} ton producers were permitted larger acreage with lower ‘supof them do not support. _ q imports on the domestic market, . lamb weighing practices, range. cepted the “B Plan” for cotton . . ough tha he ‘said, } pected. Under the “B Plan” cot. : ever, on clover or dichondra lawns. They’re not selective to distinguish these from broad leaved weeds © Bh The Japanese Tea Garden occupies about five acres of San. ‘Francisco’s Golden Gate Park: ‘Stops ltch—Relieves Pain Raymond E. Blair of Bakers. . For the ag pn a ar me new heal ng substance with the aston : oe 2 ee rhoids and to relieve pain — without In case after case, while gently relieving pain, actual reduction (shrinkage) took place. Most amazing of all — results were so thor‘that sufferers made astonishing .statements like “Piles have ceased to be a problem!” The secret is a new healing substance. (Bio-Dyne* )—discovery of a world-famous research institute. This substance is now available in suppository or ointment form ealled Preparation H.* At all dru counters—money back guarantee. 6 port. prices. ONLY “HALF” Are You So Run-Down You Can’t . How tragic when a woman feels so tired, so weak and run-down she can’t be a real companion! Luckily, it’s often due to “IronHungry Blood” (*simple iron deficiency anemia) . Then it’s needless Se en women to suffer weariness. for. . Blood” in one change-of-life women! Rich in iron, ‘8 . ‘Tablets poe 2 to strengthen — up ee is “I ~ ) , ' MAKING YOU A WOMAN? Give Your Hysband and Family Real Companionship? Then Discover The Wonderful _ ~ Minetlaehiiy. aused monthly cramps and # FOR FEMALE ! Doctors’ Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound (liquid) tests Liga agen Lydia B. also quick relief change-of-life, from discomforts of monthly Phone 1035 Grass Valley that seem born of the wind. Eseallonias, clean looking even in dry ,dusty conditions, take any wind but sometimes suffer from heat if over exposed inland. Japltchy Skin Rash! Zemo—liquid or ckotnee— 6 tee ; helps eal and ‘clear suttoce skin take place as soon as feasible. pons uy Extra ‘ ais Strength Zemo tor FOUN . -HOOPERA REPUTATION BUILT UPON MORTUARY, Inc. jard A. Prisk Walter L. Smith Brattin= To California.. a : ee Z se ~ Californians pioneered the backyard Now more popular than ever, the hé sight in with California’s relaxéd w does: a good glass of beer. It’s bright beverage. ment: It means a better, growing ec for le, the Brewing Industry reason why beer means better living * for example, i glass of bee is many thing Join the Throng Satisfied Customers. Phone N. C. 36 EAGER BEAVER Invites You. . 5 for the Best. Ready, Eager and Willing to Make You Happy. For Space in This Directory of Happy, Look to us SUBSCRIBE FOR The Nugget PLASTERING . CEMENT WORK: No 5g too big. None too . Phone N: C. 288 . Only $3.00 Per Year JACK WOERNER ing, Welding, Lathe Work.. Alta Hill Garage ignment, Wheel BalancAlta and Ridge Road Phone -Grass Valley 973 Sheet. Metal Work . STINSON Nevada City . LAUNDRY AND -. > Pick Up and Delivery . 240 Boulder Street i NEW! JUST IN! * Huffy Power Mower enone ee . Nevada City Phone 491°] 519 Alta St. Phone GV 122. ; ae BLAZES _ s We Specialize In : . = z =, — Bate day Night. eOcotR =o oO bach SOP fet eed eet Oe ee ed me, AOS . SD ot be ee, OS PAP ote oo AAO et Oe oe @., Roof -*; AOowerenty on ae . cictoo MrtAwm © &