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’ Cleveland County "The problem wae Iden- dtlcene now have a new tUled In a matter of a few out what le wrong with their ailing plants. The aew service le the Cleveland County Plant Problem Clinic. The Cleveland County Agricultural Extension Service has acquired plant (Uagnoatic equipment that will enable faster Iden tification of plant diseases, Insects, and other plant pests and problems. "Even problems related to soil condition such as acidity or high soluble salts can be diagnosed,” according to Curtis S. Styles, Associate Agricultural Extension. “We ix>w have additional tools to do a better job for the people of Cleveland County In helping to Identify the reasons their plants are doing poorly.” Frank Spencer, Agricultural Extension Agent, said, the equipment should enable the Ex tension staff to Identify certain disease and Insect problems that had to be sent to Raleigh In the past. "Sample of diseased or problem-ridden plants from crops had to be sent to Raleigh In the past for specific Identification and valuable time for starting treatment was lost," Spencer said, "Now we can make the majority of Identification locadly here at our office with the aid of our equipment; this Is expected to be of tremendous value to both farmers and gardeners alike.” Preliminary use of the Plant Problem Clinic has alresMly yielded results and quick action, particularly In some of the field crops. Low PH or acid soil con ditions were very quickly- Identified as being the cause for some poor stands In some fields of com and sorghum In the county. have taken 10 days to two weeks to wait on test results from Raleigh” according to Styles. The Cleveland Cbunty Agricultural Extension Service has announced lhat the County Plant Problem Clinic began operation Monday, fnmi 10 a.m. until 6:80 p.m.. In room 88 at the Cbunty Office Building on highway 180 Shelby. Any person who Is having plant problems la welcome to bring a representative sample for diagnosis during the hours of operation. The Plant Problem Clinic la operated as a public service and there Is no charge to those persons needing to know more about their plant problems. Unhealty or problem plants should be brought to the clinic In plastic bags with the root system and attached soil undisturbed; dig the plants carefully. For large plants such as azalea, boxwood, or trees take a generous sample of leaves and stems that have early symptoms of the apparent problem. Oreenhouse, nursery, and houseplants should be left In their containers and the entire plant brought to the clinic. For Insect problems catch 8-6 q>ecimens, place them In a Jar or clean medicine bottle, then bring the plant or part of the plant the Insect Is feeding on to the clinic. Be careful not to crush the insect so that an accurate Iden tification can be made. ’ More Informatioittabeat 'ithae neMtilGeiNityH^lant Problem Gllne Mn be obtained by calling the Agricultural Extension Service office at 488-4868. Gasoline Storage It . -' Can Be Dangerous with motorists In the South becoming more and more concerned over possible gasoline shor tages In the coming summer months, the In- gurance Information In stitute warns of an even more critical problem— the hazards of gasoline storage In homes or vehicles. Serious accidents resulting from Improper storage of gasoline are unfortunate reminders of what can happen when gasoline Is stored anywhere but In the gas tank of your car. In one recent case, seven members of a California family were critically burned when gasoline stored In a plastic trash can In a bedroom closet was ignited by a furnace pUot tight. Improper storage of gasoline presents an ex treme danger to life and property. Oasollne Is 4ibntlnually giving off eiqiloslve vapors that can be Ignited by sparks or flame from heaters, electrical equipment or cigarettes. Even small amounts of gasoline are capable of generating tremendous explosive force. The Insurance In- these suggestions to protect both life and the heat generated by exhaust systems In automobile trunks create a deadly, potential threat; -t-Oasollne should never be kept In a basement or attached garage and should not be stored near heating or electrical sources. Instead, choose a storage area outside or In a structure away from the house; -f-If It Is absolutely necessary tor toel to be stored at home, use only sqiproved ctmtalners that bear Underwriters Laboratories (UL) or Factory Mutual System (FM) certification. They are designed with spring- lock CIVS, qiectol pressure valves and flame protection devices to minimise the risk of ex plosion and fire; -l-Store containers well of the reach of children; and -(-When In doubt, consult your fire department or lire marshal concerning local laws governing gasoline storage. out The USS North Carolina, the World War II battleship, was the first of the new dread noughts built by the U. S. Navy prior to and during tlie
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