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Show Thanks to rescuers THE SAN JUAN RECORD Wednesday, June 2, 2004 - Page 7 Avoid mechanical Dear Editor: USt 3 notice thanking all who helped me on Wednesday, April 14, when I injured myself on Comb Ridge. Unfortunately, I did not get any names, but they know who they are. I was on a geology field trip from West Texas A&M, under Professor Sapeda. I graduated May 8 and Im now back in Longview, Texas. I just want my rescuers to know how much I appreciate their assistance and care. And also, of course, a howdy, yaall, from Texas. Thanks so much. Kelly Wilson Card of thanks from Allred family The family of Maxine Bailey Allred would like to thank all who have been so kind and caring to mother throughout her illness. A special thank you to the nurses and Dr. Reddy for their good care. We also appreciate the food, cards, hugs and loving words at the time of her passing. Thanks to all. Monticello is a wonderful place to live. Kaye Allred Nielson & family Mernice and Bert Odette & family Eddie and Connie Allred & family damage to trees Most homeowners do more damage and inflict more harm to their trees than any insect, disease or poison. It amazes me how many people beat, bang, rip and whip their trees, then wonder why they get sick or yellow and eventually die, said Jerry Goodspeed, Utah State Extension horticulturist. One of the myths surrounding trees is that they are big and tough and can stand up to almost any abuse, he said. In reality, the more they are beat and injured, the weaker they become and the more susceptible they are to insect and disease. Most mechanical damage can be prevented. The number one culprit of tree damage is string trimmers, said Goodspeed. Gardeners plant valuable shade trees in the lawn and let the Douglas E. Pehrson officially with him. This includes many grass grow up around the retired on May 15, 2004, after County Commissioners, State trunk. They then decide they dont like the grass, but in34 years with San Juan and Federal Agency represenstead of simply removing it, County. Doug started work for tatives and other professionthey use a string trimmer. San Juan County in 1970 unals. Gardeners can spend hours der Howard Saunders in the The employees of the Road, summer torturing the Survey Department. When Survey and Weed departments every Howard left San Juan County, express appreciation to Doug trees and themselves while a few blades of grass, Doug was appointed San Juan and all that he has done for trimming or they can spend a few extra County Surveyor and has been them and the1 County. the County Surveyor until his San Juan County will miss minutes and dollars and get rid of the grass, he said. The a great employee, friend and retirement. In 1994, Doug was assigned leader, but they know that he latter option will save the tree and the gardener trauma. is looking forward to his as Head of the Road DepartTo get rid of the grass, simment, where he has earned the ply remove it either physically respect of all who have worked or chemically every spring, then place a weed barrier fabric, bark or chemical) around the base of the tree. Every couple of months, eliminate any stray grass blades that invade the area, said Goodspeed. This keeps the lawn mower and edger far enough away. Many people ask how far grass should be removed from the trees base, he said. I recommend removing it as far as is aesthetically possible. The area should look good while maintaining a safe distance of space between the tree and any possible collision with a lawn mower or trimmer. I recommend a minimum of two feet. That may not be enough. I recently saw a hurried teenthe grass and ager hit a parked car 10 feet away from any blade of grass. Consider who is mowing and trimming the lawn when deciding. Another source of mechanical damage is wires and ropes placed around trees when they are staked. Realistically, most trees do not need to be staked, Long time roads employee retires SERVING ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS SOLAR ELECTRIC TODD ADAIR TOM PALMER 435-678-2- 08 1 Fax 435-678-32- 435-459-60- 00 ( 68 BARGAIN OF THE MONTH Help Is Just Around The Corner1 GrccnThumb GrccnThumb!1 over-sho- Your Oscillating Sprinkler or Impulse Sprinklers 2-P- 58" Hose x 50' NeverKink Garden Heavy-dut- technology guarantees no kinks or tangles. (While supplies last) L 784 470 B5 choice k. Oscillating model covers 3,000 sq. ft.; 85' diam. impact sprinklers offer full or half-circl- L e patterns. (While supplies last) 531 715 657 239 ot Goodspeed said. However, gardeners who do stake and tie a That's the 5-P- Soft-Sid- c. Set A e Cooler cooler for every occasion! Includes at least one smoking parent. So remember, n 12-ca- COOier. tWhile supplies last) S Just another example of how smoking affects us all. 784 865 86 To MONTICELLO MERCANTILE 80 S Main Monticello it's not just your hair color you pass along to your kids. n picnic cooler, family cooler, and a lunch bag cooler golf bag fun cooler, 48-ca- percentage of smokers who grew up with quit, call 1- -8 8 or visitutahquitnet.com. The TRUTH tree should remember to remove rope, wire or string within the first year. Trees have been used as support for a winch, an for piling wood, a clothes line and a peg board for hanging hoses and other odds and ends. All of these may seem like a good idea at the time, but in the life of the tree, theyre not. Use the tree for shade, climbing and an occasional leaf end-sto- p pile, he concludes. |