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Show THE UINTAH BASIN FARMER & ALFAXtJ1A SEED INDUSTRY OP BASIN f f f f The October Issue of THE UINTAH BASIN FARMER will be the alfalfa seed num- - her and will contain several articles on the alfalfa seed industry of the Uintah Bas- Also the continuation in. of the excellent article of H. J. Webb, state agricul- tural inspector on methods of control of grasshoppers, blister beetle, chalcis fly and alfalfa stem nematodes. f f t-- f f -- f f f f f Excrepts From Letters Received Regarding U. B. I. C. The following excrepts are tak- en from letters received by E. Peterson, chairman of the program committee for the U. B. I. C., from those who participated in the second annual U. B. I. C., held at Fort Duchesne, July 29, 30, 31, 1924. Congressman Don B. Colton: In the short space of two years the U. B. I. C. has become one of the very important factors in the development and growth of the entire efUintah Basin. Its fects cannot be accurately estimated. The bringing of the best minds of the state and nataion in contact with the good people who live in this great country is alike helpful to the resident and visitor. I earnestly hope this annual reunion of the (people in this great educational be Institution Wjill made a permanent affair. We need it. The chairman, officers and all the workers deserve the thanks of the entire community. I know the people do appreciate the efforts put forth. Keep up the good work. E. B. Merritt, assistant commissioner of Indian affairs: I appreThe ciate receiving the copy of Happy Homeland and will read same with a great deal of interest. I enjoyed my visit to the Uintah Basin very much and am glad that my address was favorably received. Any time we can be of service we will take pleasure in cooperating. Salt Mayor C. Clarence Neslen, I was impressed with Lake city. the bigness of your section and its possibilities; but, most of all, I was struck with the class of people residing there. I dont know where I have met a more cultured people; college people and people of general intelligence. I hope some time, in the near future, to be privileged with another visit so I may see all the cities and meet more of the peoThe Happy Homeland is an ple. interesting story of an interesting far-reachi- ng section. William Weiser, of Grand JuncI congratulate you and tion, Colo. your associates upon the splendid program and the clean way in which everything was conducted. It was especially gratifying to me to find such a gathering without being bored to death by the usual rodeo. James H. Wallis, former president of Utah Press association in a "Accept my snappy letter writes: thanks for The Happy Homeland which we have perused with the greatest interest. I feel you are to be congratulated for the splendid piece of publicity work and I want to tell you at the same time you are rendering' a most valuable service to the agricultural interests cf the Basin and trust the people whom you are serving appreciate todo-a large extent the work you are asing for their betterment. Our sociation (The Utah Public Health your association) deeply appreciates kindness during the U. B. I. U. and we hope In another year that we will be able to render a distinct service If you should deBire our Governor Charles R. Mabev I am grateful for a copy 0f the Hap- Hmeland and find it to valuable store of information onbe t sources and the beauties of the the ft hafgbah BaSiD- - 1 Sha11 for tuberculosis, instructing in proper handling of capon idustry, a subject wrhich deserves careful consideration. Next was the better marketing of turkeys, and then came the fixing of a minimum price for wheat. These were disposed of as follows':subjects A special expert will hold meetings in following towns on dates noted, viz: Neola, August 15, forenoon, and Roosevelt on 15th in evening; and on 16th forenoon, at Mt. Emmons, and at Myton in the evening. Poultrymen are advised to see their local presidents and committeemen and see that all interested shall have the' advantage of this practical demonstration. Chickens must have no food for at least 12 hours, or 24 hours, before being ready for operation. The T. B. work for dairymen was disposed of by decision to have president of each local confer with ;. County Inspector Carlsen, at While some members thought that this work was unfinished unless every farmer be induced to have every dairy cow tested, it was agreed that we must begin, otherwise state officers may at any time prevent our dairy products from going on the makret. Opposition' against the 25 cents per head charge for this test, but proper explanation was made, showing state treasury unable to stand the expense, all of it, and all other tests are made on the same basis. t was agreed that the 1923 handling of farm bureau turkeys was unsatisfactory, and the officers were instructed to obtain market information, furnishing same to each local, and that at next meeting which will be held at Neola, date to be decided by executive committee. Proper crating, as well as better dressing of turkeys, and, if possible the direct sale of the birds at some central Basin point, was believed poul-trym- President E. G. Peterson, U. note the growing fame A. your work and the U. B. I C ofI think you are doing I am grateful for magnificently The Hamiv Homeland. It is very interesting and I assure you it will occupy a prominent place in our library. r w. E. Taylor. I thank you very much for the splendid booklet bristling with information about your Wonderful country. I enjoyed my visit very much, for I think you have a wonderful place with great possibilities. John T. Caine, III. We enjoved thoroughly the trip to the Uintah Basin and I feel that you have a great opportunity to do good in a section where work is needed and appreciated. Dr. F. S. Harris, president B. Y. U. It was certainly a pleasure to be there and to partake of the wholesome spirit of the people of the Basin. The thing I enjoyed about it most was the individual visiting with the various people and feeling of their spirits. I wish Attorney Frank Evans. to compliment you very much on the excellent success of the Uintah Basin Industrial Convention. I Attorney Robert L. Judd. the trip very much except the hour or so preceding my going into action. I think you have workout very well a wonderful idea, and that the possibilities for good of the undertaking are unlimited. To Prof. William Peterson. have assembled the number of people that collected in the Uintah Basin during the U. B. I. C. program and put over the program you did, is an extraordinary feat and I am very much pleased with the whole affair. 1 en-poy- ed Roos-evelj- en best. By unanimous vote the farmers of Duchesne county are asked to demand $1.25 as the standard minimum price per bushel for all wheat sold. A very important shortage of wheat in the Basin is a known fact, therefore considerable flour must be imported. All agreed that imported flour will cost at least $1.50 per bushel, and that the farmer should receive now, as a minimum price, $1.25. The great interest in alfalfa and clover seed, dairy products, turkeys and chickens, together with sheep and cattle, and the very dry season, gives us another important shortage of flour. Those who have wheat the county farm bureau believe should receive a fair price. Holding the regular monthly meetings at the various towns is proving a marked success, and the hospitality and good will manifested at Ioka, Highland, and last at Mt. Emmons is appreciated, and is promoting a better spirit. We farmers need to see more of each other, and people of one town should more often consider mutual problems with each other. Announcement of the date and hour of the next meeting, to be held at Neola, will be mailed to eachlocal. Cow Helps Boy to College. Harry A. Knight, of Forest City, Ark., is going to college on the proceeds of a cow he bought when a boy of 14 for $100. By the sale of her calves, her milk and butter, he increased his bank account so that he could buy other cow's, ana his herd is now valued at $2500 on the hoof, and his income per month from the herd is $150, or more than enough to maintain him in college. He has never accepted aid from his bank or friends since starting his . herd. Farm Bureau Sets Minimum Price For County Wheat Crop The regular monthly meeting or Duchesne County Farm bureau vras held August 9, at Mt. Emmons, at their fine new hall there, and the following local bureaus were represented. Highland, W. E. Potter; Myton, W. T. Leatham; Midview, F. W. J. Meyers; Upalco, Henry Mitchell; Ioka, Walter Baird; Mt. Emmons, Chester Hartman; Altonah, Rupert Good-cirJohansen; Bluebell, Leslie W. thus G. Larsen; Roosevelt, of out locals present nine making Messrs. the twelve in the county. Larsen and Allred of Bluebell were special guests, and several other locals had extra representatives. President Hartman presided, and the good ladies of Mt. Emmons, directed by Mrs. Chester Hartman and Mrs. Shirley Daniels, provided a nice lunch for the visitors andnewit was served in the very fine, by hall that Was recently completedAnd the people of Mt. Emmons. welcome this lunch was not only but very greatly appreciated. Potter gave a and plans by work of brief outline Mr. committeemen. roads the good Mr represented Leatham, of Myton, of boys chairman county Wahlquist, and girls club work. Both Myton and Highland locals have offf in the special Inducements tofor promoting clubs calf organizing the girls better dairy stock, and clubs for canning have organized import-an- d this of the better handling Other locals home industry. work with are expected to take up more and promote the young people and other activithesetetewst club. ties Ioka also has a canning were subjects several Important which are given attention, among dairy cows the following: testing h; Vice-preside- nt The Occidental Seed Oo. will be in the market for Alfalfa and Sweet Clover Seed at all points in Uintah Basin as soon as the market opens and the crop begins to move. We are extending and improving our facilities for handling the increased production and will he equipped to assemble, clean and ship the crop cheaply and efficiently. "When you talk to one of our men in the field or at one of the buying stations you can rest assured that you are in contact with the markets of the world and when you drive to one of our doors with your seed you will receive th market price and prompt and courteous attention. Our machinery is installed to the very best advantage and we are able to handle a large volume and do it very cheaply. Our charge for custom cleaning is 40 cents per hundred. But, as heretofore, we make no cleaning charge for seed that we buy. It will pay you to investigate our propositions before contracting or selling. |