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Show I MWH1M1H r imiMiym f ,i -f- -., 4A Emery County - , g l11l1l'"l MHI Progress Tuesday, April 17, Comrades sought The 157th Infantry Association is making a concentrated effort to locate the Frank Williams Department of Agronomy and Horticulture Brigham Young University Guest column The past two winters have not brought a lot of water to the intermountain area and the need to conserve water this summer growing season may be a must, or at least a wise one. It is therefore important that the homeowner and the professional grounds keepers know how to best care for their turfgrass when water is not readily available. In the land of plenty most homeowners and professional grounds keepers have given little though to improving the efficiency of their lawn watering, with little concern as to what methods might be used to conserve water. Hoses are hooked up to sprinklers that are then set out to spew water around the yard until the homeowners instincts or a television commercial tell him it is time to move the sprinkler, or shut it off. How much water is being used, how much is soaking into the ground and how much is wastefully running down the sidewalk and into the gutter is never considered. This needs to be changed even if there is ample water for use on the lawn and garden. Water is a natural resource that needs to be used with the utmost care, and if there is a shortage it becomes even more important that one wake up to the fact that too much precious water has been running down the gutter. Current irrigation practices have, in most cases, evolved as a result of equipment rather than a complete understanding of individual plant needs. The most obvious way to avoid waste is through water management. Millions of gallons of water can be saved just by adjusting irrigation practices. One of the critical questions that must always be evaluated is; How is our water being managed? Are we doing all that can be done to maximize the water use and develop programs that minimize water loss? The foremost problem that exists in water use on the landscape is that of overapplication. Many times there is no quick fix to mis-ustherefore in a time when water may be in short supply we need to make an effort to overcome the mis-us- e of such e, an important natural resource. The first step is to precondition a lawn for less water. This is not as difficult or complex as many may believe. It just takes a few more minutes and some forethought. Before the summer heats up and the turf manager or homeowner thinks he should be pouring more and more water onto the lawn, the turf should have been preconditioned. The first step is a simple change in perspective. Rather than thinking only of the lush green blades we see growing, the grass plants roots should be given consideration. This is where the action is when it comes to the turf for less water. Here are some interesting facts to consider about the roots of turf: one single grass plant can have 387 miles of roots, and in a thick lawn there are six turfgrass plants in each square inch; 850 turf plants in a square foot and about seven million in an average lawn of 8,000 square feet. Up to 90 were fighting for your life percent of the weight of a grass plant is in its roots. When photosynthesis takes place in the leafy parts, it is the roots that provide the essential nutrients and liquids for the process to work and the plant to grow. The prog- ram must begin in the spring with the proper irrigation practices: 1. Encourage a deep rooting system on all plants. The deeper the root system, the g more potential for the plant. This can be accomplished by heavy infrequent waterings (2 to 3 inches per watering or until the soil profile is wet to adepth of 6 to 10 inches) and also allowing the plants to wilt occasionally during the early part of the growing season while temperature are still cool. This drying out of the surface will also aid in the reduction of the buildwater-drawin- up of thatch. water no faster than it will move into the soil 2. Apply (infiltration rate); there should be no runoff or standing water at any time. 3. Avoid watering during the hottest and windiest part of the day. Try to do most watering between the hours of 4 and 10 a.m. during the period of least evaporation. 4. Avoid frequent, small amounts of water to reduce evaporation loss and frequent large amounts of water that will be lost below the root zone. If given areas of lawn or plants become drier than 5.. others, hand water these smaller areas to conserve water rather than applying water to the larger areas covered by the sprinkling system. 6. If it rains 1 inch or less it is beneficial to irrigate immediately after the storm to take advantage of the rain, and the application of less water will move the moisture deeper into the soil, as would a regular watering. Cultural practices that are carried out can also be changed, or new ones added that will reduce the amount of water required for plant growth. Mow as infrequently as possible, and at the 2 12 inch height during especially warm weather, but remember never to remove more than 13 of the leaf blade in one mowing. Longer blades usually mean deeper, more efficient roots. Watch the amounts of nitrogen fertilizer that is applied. Nitrogen fertilizer stimulates plant growth. One should maintain a quality turf but not lush growth. Aeration of the turf also becomes very important to increase the infiltration of water and reduce compaction. Core aeration during the spring period before the hot, dry conditions of the summer arrive and in the fall, after warm period is past, is very important. This will also help to reduce the development of the thatch layer which contributes to the inefficient use of water. Water is vital to human survival and it is vital to the survival of turfgrass. Fortunate- ly, grass can withstand extended drought conditions and recover nicely, especially if properly It is also important that if one is going to conserve water during periods of short supply, it is going to require time and knowledge of each area that you have to work with during the growing season. Hl American Heart Association r part mi ijfc i gii bulletin board in dry conditions By y$$ 1990 The best lawn care associate professor iyWHrWii'qTWr 158th Field Artillery. These units were part of the 45th Infantry Division during World War II and had an outstanding record of combat while fighting in Sicily, Italy, France and Germany. The association conducts an annual reunion and a quarterly newsletter is sent to each member. The September 1990 reunion will be held in San 1985 class reunion The class of 1985 will be having their class reunion on June 16, 1990. Letters will be sent out in May. To help the class officers contact everyone please write or phone: Trudy Johansen Webster, Box 427, Castle Dale, Utah 84513, phone Stacy Snow Mortensen, 1684 South 10th East, Salt Lake City, Utah or 84105, phone Sheri Lofgreen Vetere, Box 632, Green River, Utah 84525, phone 381-246- 3; 485-455- 564-822- 1; If you served, or knew of anyone who served with either Emery Rodeo Club of these units, please contact The Emery Rodeo Club will Ralph W. Fink, 19 Williams- hold its annual rodeo April 27 burg, Hershey, PA 17033; and 28 in Castle Dale. Performances are Friday at 7 p.m. phone and Saturday at 1:30 p.m. with slack stock Saturday at 9 a.m. There will be concession Hoop tickets Tickets for the May 12 Utah stands and a barbecue both 2. High School All-St- ar Bake sale The Emery County School Food Service Association is planning a bake sale April 28 at Emery High from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. No walk in orders will be filled and orders must be placed by April 21 by calling Tammy Horrocks, Hope Umphenour, Deloris Tucker, Freda Fillmore, or Mary Jo Gravley, White bread, wheat bread 748-280- 381-225- 687-225- 653-223- 0; 5; 5; 2; 384-239- 2. and cinnamon rolls are available. days. Golf league UP&L CarbonEmery Golf League Tournament will be played at the Carbon Country Club, Price, on April 21, 8 a.m. and will be a scramble tournament. It is open to all UP&L League members. Cost is $15 per person, carts extra. For information on joining the league or for tournament information call Jeanne Ogden, OBryan, Have we got a deal for you. Project Emery Claus is accepting contributions of good used clothing, toys which have been cleaned and repaired, perhaps a Scout group would help, as well as dolls that RSVP volunteers will clean and dress. Call 9 Loralie at or Katherine at 748-263- 687-938- 2. Attention golfers Anyone wishing to participate in the Millsite Mens Association opening tournament should register at the pro shop no later than Friday, April 20. The tournament is April 21 at 9 a.m., with an entrance fee of $10 plus green fees. There is a $5 charge to join the association. 3, or Karma Are you tending children or know someone who is? The Child Daycare Nutrition Program at USU is a sponsor for the USDA Child Care Food Program, which has money available to reimburse you, the daycare provider, for nutritious meals served to children in your care. For more information call Kathy Take a moment to poison-prooThe Intermountain Regional Poison Control Center urges parents to make sure that household chemicals and medicines are stored safely out of sight' and reach of children. Experts are available 24 hours a day by calling Write it down before a poison emergency happens. f. 1. Input wanted The Emery County Chapter the American Red Cross is currently without a board of directors, chairman and sufficient volunteers to provide Red Cross programs and services to the citizens of Emery County. Therefore, it is proposed that the Emery County Chapter merge services and finances with the Carbon County Chapter and relinquish its chapter charter. Pro and con responses to the dissolution of the Emery County Chapter of the American Red Cross will be heard by 4 Francy Handley at in Huntington or Lois Barker, field service manager, Region 9 11, Territory 02, at in Salt Lake City, or by written responses to the Field Service Office at P.O. Box 6279, of 687-261- in-ho- Salt Lake City, UT 84152-627- 9. Attention Green River Emery County Recorder Ina Lee Magnuson and Emery County Treasurer Elaine P. Wilson will be in Green River April 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at at the Emery County Sheriffs Office, 48 Farrer Street. Dance review They will conduct the reguSandra Killpack and stu- lar duties of their offices such dents will be presenting their as recording of titles, property program, Electric Youth, descriptions, payment of taxSaturday, April 21, at 7:30 es, etc. If you have any probp.m. at Emery County High lems or questions please stop in. They will be in Green River School. Admission is free. one day each month, more if needed. 748-215- 4. Miss OrangeviUe The Orangeville City Coun- cil is once again sponsoring the Miss Orangeville Pageant. Sign-up- s for the pageant will be held at the city library April 27 between 3:30 and 5 p.m. To qualify you must be 15 before June 1, 1990, and a resident of Orangeville. For more info- rmation 748-231- 0. 373-785- 379-717- Cancer screening clinic Utah Valley Regional Medi- cal Center has scheduled its annual free Cancer Screening Clinic for Wednesday, April 25, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the medical centers Radiation Oncology Cancer Treat- call Susan at ment Center. The screenings, which this 748-654- at 748-654- 5. 0, Steve Densley Steve Densley will be at Castle Dale Elementary on April 18 for an open house from 6 to 7 p.m. as part of his campaign for the 3rd District, He will give a brief presenta-mediction and answer questions, al 6. Food handlers The Southeastern Utah District Health Department will be conducting two food handler workshops Wednesday, April 25, at the Health Department in Castle Dale, 45 East 100 South, at 4 and 7 p.m. Permits are required for every person engaging in the manufacturing, preparation or handling of food or drink, or employed in or around food in a restraurant, hotel, bar, grocery store, milk or other food establishment. You must attend one Food Service Training Program (14 hour class) and pass a written examination based on the class every two years. There is a $5 fee for the class. For more information call Ter2 in Castle ry Day at Dale or Dr. Claron D. Bjork at 1 in Price. 381-225- 637-367- Castle County Alliance 467-733- Daycare tions will be conducted by a physician. Those people wish- ing to have a breast exam should bring a robe with them. People wishing to participate must RSVP. For an appointment or more information call the center at ext. 2740, or 748-654- 5. Poison prevention 581-215- Spring cleaning? 748-654- carts extra. For more informa-tat- e tion call Jeanne Ogden at 3 or Karma OBryan the past year. All examina- 7. Diego, Calif. Russian basketball game are on sale through Emery High basketball coach Todd Jeffs. Tickets are $9 and $7 for reserved seats and $4 for general admission. The game will be held at the U of Us Huntsman Center at 7:30 p.m. Playing in the game from Emery will be Shawn Bradley and Steven Gordon. year will include breast, pros- and skin, are for those people who have not had an exam for these things within The monthly meeting of the Castle County Alliance for the Mentally 111 is being held Wednesday, April 25, at Four Corners Mental Health Center, 575 E. 100 S., Price, at 7 p.m. A video on Alzheimers disease will be shown after a business and sharing time. The alliance offers support, education and advocacy for those dealing with mental illness. Castle Country Alliance President Dorr Hanson acknowledges the vital support of the United Way. Golf tournament UP&L CarbonEmery Golf League will hold a Scottish foursome tournament May 5, at 8 a.m. , which will be open to all UP&L League members. Cost is $13 per person with 1980 class reunion The class of 1980 will be having their class reunion on July 28. Letters have been sent to those we have addreses for, please send them back as soon as possible. If you have not received a letter please let us know and we will get one to you. For information or questions please write or call: Marsha Baker, P.O. Box 175, Orangeville, Utah 84537, or Donn Jeffs, P.O. Box 263, Castle Dale, Utah 748-579- 3; 84513, 381-542- 5. Miss Emery Pageant The Castle Dale Lions Club is once again sponsoring the Miss Emery County Scholar- ship Pageant. The 1990 pageant will be held on July 28. Young ladies between 17 and 26 who are interested in being contestants in this years pageant should contact either Mrs. Donn Jeffs at or Mr. Emery Jones for further information and a copy of the official entry form. 381-542- at 5 381-527- 6 Quilt project A Quilt Heritage Documentation Project will be held on Saturday, April 28. The public is invited to bring quilts made before 1950 to be photographed and documented. The information will be stored with the Utah Historical Society for research purposes. Bring the quilts between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to the Commission Room, Carbon County Courthouse. The purpose of this project is to preserve the history of quiltmaking in Utah, and $100 will be awarded for the most his- torically significant brought in. quilt forum State control the editor: Congressman Jim Hansen has submitted HR4285 which would empower states having federal ownership greater than 25 percent of the land base with the authority to disapprove of the designation of an area as wilderness. Hansens bill is firmly based in the recognition that the federal government exercises near absolute dominion over federally owned lands, and that states with greater than 25 percent federal ownership already labor disproportionately compared to states with lesser federal ownership in conforming to dictates and prescriptions handed down from Washington. Congressionally designated wilderness is the ultimate manifestation of federal dominion wherein the federal To authority in fact reigns supreme over all other interests in perpetuity. Hansen is saying that already burdened western public land states should have some form of recourse before they are subjugated by this imperialistic final federal solution to western public land management. Kenley Brunsdale, Demo- cratic candidate running opposed to Hansen, was quoted in the Tribune on March 19 as saying that Hansens bill was pure grandstanding." Brunsdale reportedly said this was another case of (Hansens) telling a small special interest group what they want to hear. Is that so? What interest group might Hansen be speaking to? It is proven fact that congressional wilderness reduces the value of school trust lands. Hansen is speaking to parents and teachers. Wilderness closes roads. Hansen is speak- ing to those who use public lands in a vehicle or on a bicycle. Wilderness stops exploration and development of our mineral and energy resources. Hansen is talking to anyone who uses metals, fuels or electricity in their lives. Wilderness locks up our resources, which, if produced, would generate jobs, tax revenues, royalty payments and more. Hansen is talking to the low income, the unemployed and the taxpayer wherever he may be in Utah. Wilderness prevents development of precious water resources. Hansen is talking to those who use water in their daily lives and those who would like their children to be able to use water. Wilderness prevents effective wildlife management, including habitat management. Hansen (Continued on Page 5A) |