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Show te Llaine Higham 2 Telephone 835-416- From the Desk Of Your County Agent by Jack W. Herring There are over 400 different kinds of insects common to alfalfa fields, but only a few are considered harmful. Many are beneficial and do not present any problems, and it is important that the grower properly identify the key insect populations present and then determine their actual potential effects on the crop. In Utah, the major insect pests of alfalfa are as follows: Alfalfa Weevil: When abun dant, it may destroy much of the first crop and greatly retard the growth of the second. Damage is both to the quantity and quality, and it is estimated that Utah growers lose about $5 million annually to this pest. It is common for individual growers to lose $25. to $50. per acre on first crop alfalfa. Lygus bugs: These insects are very damaging to alfalfa being blast grown for seed. They the buds which then produce very few seeds. Aphids: Aphids are common and when present in large numbers can affect both quality and quantity of alfalfa produced. The pea aphid is green and found all over the state. The spotted alfalfa aphis is small, yellowish, and found mostly in the southern part of the state. Growers are encouraged to plant high yielding, aphid resistant varieties of alfalfa. Caterpillars: There are several species of caterpi lars which commonly feed on alfalfa, and if present in large numbers, can be very damaging. Grasshoppers: Commonly found in fields, especially around the edges. When large numbers they present can be devestating. Other common pests of alfalfa are the alfalfa seed in Humane Note Manti South Manti Messenger Manti, Utah July 3, 1975 2 Visitors at the Geventa Cox home have been Mr. and Mrs. Ron Dramble and five children from Los Angeles; Mr. and Mrs. Terry Cox, Los Angeles; Lori Cox and Mr. and Mrs. Russell Cox and two children all from Los Angeles. Mrs. Zina Henrie is back in her home until July 10th when she will leave to stay in California tor some time. Her son, Neil Jorgensen and his wife were visitors at her home Saturday through Mondav. Mrs. Foiest Washburn visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Schmidt trom Monday to Friday. The Schmidts were moving from Logan to Smith-field- . lder Robert Dyreng was the fcatuied speaker in sacrament meeting last Sunday. He is the son of Mi. and Mrs. Don Dyreng and has been called on a mission to Norway. He will F leave July meeting Sunday. Present at w'ere Mrs. Naomi StcJ, Mr. and Mrs. DuWavne Anderson and children, Manb; Mr and Mrs. Bud Steck and family from Salt Lake Citv. Leland and , Carl and Merrill, Salt I .' Iienefrom Ru hheiu, Fiank and Sharon and t.'Uiily from Center-fi- t d, Mrs. Remo Braithwaite, phraini. A family get together was held at the Jack Steck home after the meeting. Randy will leave for the language school at B1 U on July 12. Mr. and Mrs. David Alder rushed to Fountain, Colorado children of their daughter and Mr. and Mrs. Allred Peterson. Caima had an emergency appendectomy at the Lort Carson Army Hospital. She is doing well and so Mr. Alder returned home Saturday. Mis. Alder is staying there for another week to care for the childt en. Their address is: 5475 Alegre St Apt. 3, Fountain, son-in-la- Colorado Mi. and Mrs. Peter Mtckel-soi- i and childien from Salt Lake Citv did some fishing over the weekend They attended church in the Manti South Ward on Sunday before leaving for their home. Sunday. F cl Higham 'I uesday in Salt Lake City on business. They staved with Elaines sister. Mis Thelma Whitlock. Mrs. Naomi Steck announces that her grandson, Randy Steck, son ot Mr. and Mrs. Jack Steck of Epluuim, will leave for a mission to Lima, Peru in the near future. Randy spoke in his ward saci anient meeting last As part of an Americana program, the 4th grade class of Laura Fay Thompson at Ephraim Elementary School wrote . patriotic poems or essays. This weeks essay was written by Susy Wilkinson, daughter ,oI Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Wilkinson. How I Can Be a Good American I can be a good American by obeying the laws and not I throwing trash all over. I can go to school and help other people. it it I let will on or never for the step will always have respect flag. touch the ground. I will show about my country. I will never write on buildings or be mean to other children. I will do nice things to beautify my country. I will always be proud of, and try to do the thing our former president, John F. Kennedy, quoted, Ask not what your country can do for you, but what can I do for my country? June 25th to care for the Mrs. Margaret Tinner visited in Salt Lake City Saturday and and Mrs. spent Monday and part-elasti- 1 Lake City. Mr. If you are planning to put a collar on your cat do not do so unless you get a collar especially designed for cats. These are obtainable at a pet store. Do not bny an all elastic c or collar. Specify the kind of collar that breaks under strain. Cats go everywhere-u- p trees and under sheds and get caught by the collar. If the collar does not break and free the cat, you will be dooming your cat to a terrible death by starvation and thirst. C-t- 12. Mrs. Maigaret Turner has been hostess to her sister and husband, Mr. and Mrs Mernl! Kemp, from Torrence, California. Also visiting with his parents, the John Hardies, were Mr. and Mrs. Ruvmond Haidle and family from Salt Americana by Grace Johnson Oh JUNE I COWTIMEMTAL 17 75, THE con&e ESS E5TA6UISHEP THE U WITED STATES APMY, A FI(SHTI U& WISCt THAT FEFFWPEP HAlUTiWlMUy AMERICAN wtreupt uce roe zoo lEARi Lav ilia Miekelsen and Thelma Tatton display quilt which will be sold as a project fund-raisin- as part of Mantis Bicentennial ca u project, g 41.1 ANNUAL NEPHI Manti Bicentennial Committee Will Receive Project Money The Manti Bicentennial Com- mittee made application for and received some funding monies with which to promote a Bicentennial project for their own. The project funded was the purchasing of the John Patten house (3rd North, 1st West) built in late 1853 or 1854 and which is now ready for restoration. This will entail much work and expense but with all Mantians and former Mantians working together it can become an accomplishment as a museum in which to display relics of the pioneer past. It is in the plans to move the Nathaniel Beach log cabin, also originally built in 1854 and which now stands on 1st North and Main, to the Patten property. Here a canopy can Ik built to protect it from the weather. When the two housts aie properly restored and the grounds landscaped, Manti will have a beautiful, attractive park of memories Several projects are being planned for Mantis Fourth of July to help in raising funds for t' e above projects. A queen-we- d quilt has been made by ibe DUP and will be awarded to iht lucky ticket holder. Chances on this quilt will be sold this veek and on Friday at the A met tcan Legion breakfast and d en all day at the Manti City Paik until time for the drawing m the late afternoon. Also, a bake sale of cookies, breads, rolls, cakes, etc. will be a part of the days activities. Save v oui self time and bother by buying your baking at the Manti City Park. The patriotic poster contest is another facet of the Fourth of Ji.lv celebration and is sponsored bv the DUP and Manti City. Wd'Ji for the creative display of pos'cis. You will be enthused In pu n ideas of patriotism. Plan to spend your Fourth of July in Manti. Support Mantis Bicentennial projects to preserve its priceless pioneer heritage. uw suatss THURSDAY - FRIDAY - SATURDAY PARADES -- WESTERN PARADE THURSDAY AT 6:30 p.m., featuring Central Utah Riding Clubs and Mounted Groups MAMMOTH UTE STAMPEDE PARADE Main Street Friday, 4:00 p.m. Entries invited. Contact Nephi Lions BATHING BEAUTY PARADE SATURDAY, 4:00 p.m. Entries Invited! First prize $125.00. Contact Nephi Jaycees for entry information FAMILY NIGHT THURSDAY EVENING RODEO ONLY Children (12 and under) admitted FREE to tihe general admission area when accompanied by parents. CITY OF FUN CARNIVAL fun for at the Fairgrounds (3rd West Center Sts.) CHUCK WAGON BREAKFAST NEPHI CITY PARK RODEOS all ages DAILY UNTIL MIDNIGHT (or later) startrfcsSK Friday and Saturday mornings. EACH EVENING, STARTING AT 8 AT THE FAIRGROUNDS ARENA, Third West and Center Street, Nephi RODEO RESERVED SEATS AVAILABLE Phone orders accepted but $3.00. tickets wilt be held only until 7:30 night of performance for which issued. chalcid, clover leaf weevil, leafhoppers, ants, stink bugs, thrips, and webworms. Bathyplectes cureulionis, the parasite of the alfalfa weevil, is one of the most beneficial insects in Utah. Other beneficial insects include the insect pollinators such as the leafcutting bee, alkali bee, bumble bee, and the domestic honey bee. Ladybird beetles are effective predators of aphids and other small insects and mite pests. Insect predators and parasites such as the syrphid fly larva, damsel bugs, bugs, collops, pirate bugs, rove bettles, ground beetles, ichneumon wasps, and braconid wasps are all part of the beneficial fauna. Whenever we spray a crop with an insecticide for the control of harmful insects, we also destroy many beneficial insects at the same time. There are isolated incidences in the Don't let another day big-eye- d begin without haying your sayings interest compounded county where alfalfa fields havnt been sprayed for quite some time, and the beneficial insects have been able to multiply to an extent that harmful insects havnt been much of a problem. This was especially true in the area between Ft. Green and Nephi several years ago before the area was sprayed for grasshopper control. The alfalfa parasite had developed to such an extent in that area that weevil hadnt been much of a problem. Alfalfa is a very important forage crop to this area and it is necessary to control harmful insects. The mam thing is to know what insecticide to use and when to use it, so as to accomplish the job we set out to do, and not destroy any more of the beneficial insects than we absolutely have to. If you desire further information on alfalfa insect control, contact the local Extension Office at the court house. hours a day, interest on passbook and Everyday. Twenty-fou- r certificate accounts at Prudential Federal Savings is compounded daily... 365 days a year. Our savings customers are also receiving the highest interest rates permitted on insured savings. But just as important as the interest paid on savings, a savings institution should be judged on its safety, convenience and strength. P.F.S. is one of the nations 100 largest savings and loan associations with assets in excess of $450,000,000. P.F.S. savings accounts are insured to $40,000 by the Federal Savings and Loan Insurance Corporation, an agency of the U.S. Government. And through July, were offering a unique collection of gifts for opening or adding to your P.F.S. account. As an added incentive for you to save during July, choose from 15 special savings gifts. Gifts youll appreciate from dawn til dusk. 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