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Provisions Of '76 Feed Grain, Wheat Programs "There will be no acreage set-aside requirement for the 1976 feed grain and wheat program," Jimmie D. Lucas, county executive director of the McHenry county ASCS office said. It will be the third con­ secutive year for the feed grain and wheat program in which no set-aside was required. Some provisions for the 1976 programs were recently an­ nounced by the U.S. Depart­ ment of Agriculture (USDA). "Feed grain and wheat producers are not being en- The Bicentennial Year (Editor's note: These questions and answers are based on those most frequently asked by citizens contacting the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration (ARBA), its regional offices, and many of the state and local Bicentennial organizations. The ARBA receives as much as 20,000 pieces of correspondence each week, the vast majority from individuals asking for information included in these answers). Part 2 QUESTION: Where can I obtain a schedule of national events or events in my region? ANSWER: A National Calendar of Bicentennial Events and a Comprehensive Calendar of Regional and Local Events covering 1975 and 1976 are published periodically by the ARBA. To purchase copies write to: Bicentennial Calendar, The Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. QUESTION: Is there one unifying theme? ANSWER: Underlying most Bicentennial participation and planning is a reaffirmation of our blueprint of Government-the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights-the blueprint which ehables us to celebrate proudly the 200th anniversary of the oldest continuously surviving Republic in the world. Congress established three theme titles to give focus to the rich diversity of commemorative activities. Through Heritage '76 we seek to remember our form of Government, our Founding Fathers, our forgotten people, the places and things of our past, the events of our past, and most important, our freedoms. Heritage is a restoration project, an historical reenactment, or a careful study of the three great documents. Through Festival USA we celebrate the richness of our diversity, the vitality of our culture, our hospitality, the American scene and the traditions of our people. It means events and programs in the dance, drama, music and arts, in addition to parades, athletic events and a renewed spirit of hospitality to both domestic and international visitors. Through Horizons '76 we plan to shape a better tomorrow by beginning with individual initiative, by drawing inspiration from the innovations of today, by seeking the blessing of liberty for ourselves and others and by setting our Century III goals. It is ecology projects, tree-planting programs, transporation and housing improvement projects and educational and health programs. QUESTION: What are individuals or groups doing for the Bicentennial? ANSWER: Americans are participating in the Bicentennial in many diverse ways. Students are writing to each other of their desires for the country's future through a Junior Committees of Correspondence program sponsored by "the U.S. Postal Service, the National Association of Elementary School Principals and ARBA. A coast-to-coast Bikecentennial trail has been developed by a small group of 'cycle enthusiasts and is available to everyone. In several communities the citizens are converting train depots into historical museums. Oral history programs are among the less expensive most popular activities. Since we are celebrating our freedom, it is quite natural for each community to do its own thing in its own way. QUESTION: How are ethnic and minority groups participating? ANSWER: Over 500 individuals representing ethnic and racial groups and organizations in the country at the invitation 6f ARBA have formed the Bicentennial Ethnic- Racial Council (BERC). The members of the Council are developing programs that point up the cultural and religious diversity of the nation, that emphasize the contributions of a pluralistic society and that voice the aspirations of American racial and ethnic groups for the future. Organizations which are planning Bicentennial Ethnic-Racial programs can join the Bicentennial Ethnic-Racial Council and the Alliance contact: BERC, c-oARBA, 2401E. Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20276. QUESTION: What is a Bicentennial Community? ANSWER: A Bicentennial Community is one which has been officially designated by the ARBA, awarded the official Bicentennial certificate and earned the right to fly the National Bicentennial flag. There are four steps a community must take to receive Bicentennial Community status: ^ (a) Organize a special Bicentennial planning and coordinating committee which is representative of all segments of the community; (b) plan a Bicentennial program which will have at least one lasting reminder of the special effort the community undertook for the Bicentennial commemoration; (c) obtain the approval of the chief executive officer or governing body of the community; and (d) submit the application to the ARBA through the appropriate State Bicentennial commission for approval. QUESTION: How are foreign countries participating? ANSWER: Perhaps the most famous remembrance of our Centennial in 1876 is the gift from France-the Statue of Liberty. An ever-growing number of nations-now over 40-- have expressed interest in participating in the Bicentennial, and of these, 27 have established official Bicentennial committees or intergovernmental working groups. France was the first government to make an official Bicentennial announcement of its gifts which include a permanent sound and light show at Mount Vernon opening in 1976. The United Kingdom, West Germany, Italy, Canada, Australia, Japan, and Iran have all announced substantial programs. Performing arts groups, exhibits, international educational and cutural exchange programs are the principal elements of foreign programs. Several multi-national programs are planned. Tall ships from some 20 countries will join Operation Sail '76. Participants from 34 nations will tour 90 cities with the Smithsonian International Folklife Festival in 1976, bringing together Americans and their cultural cousins from around the world. QUESTION: What official commemorative items are being sold in connection with the Bicentennial by ARBA? ANSWER: Congress has directed the ARBA to provide for the preparation, distribution, dissemination, exhibition and sale of commemorative medals and other historical commemorative and information materials and objects which will contribute to public information awareness, and interest in the Bicentennial. For lists of officially licensed products carrying the National Bicentennial symbol or order forms for official ARBA medals, contact ARBA. Medals and other products are also being sold and licensed by state and local Bicentennial commissions. A part of the monies raised from the licensing of commemorative items is used to support national, state, and local Bicentennial projects. QUESTION: Where can I get Bicentennial travel information? ANSWER: (a) Write the tourism director in the capital city of the state you wish to visit, (b) Most major cities have a Visitor and Convention Bureau and will send free brochures and travel package information, (c) Travel agents offer free professional services for Bicentennial travel, (d) Motor clubs offer travel assistance, maps, and books, (e) The travel industry (airlines, bus,.train, hrftels, etc.) has created many budget fares,and travel plans for the Bicentennial, (f) The introduction pages of the yellow pages of the local telephone book provide information relative to area tourist attractions. They also list numbers for accommodations, amusements, transportation, services, and emergencies. Note the many 800 toll free phone numbers for planning ahead, (g) Bicentennial guidebooks are now available in many bookstores and newsstands, (h) Fo'ty the International Visitor, free nation-wide tourist assistance and information is offered in French, German, Spanish and Japanese. Call (800) 255-3050 free of charge and ask for the "Visit USA" desk. couraged to take cropland out of production next year," Lucas said, "because even though this year's corn and wheat crops are expected to be at record levels, export demand is strong." Lucas stated that Secretary of Agriculture Earl L. Butz reaffirmed his announcement of 1973 that there will be no conserving base requirement for the duration of the Agriculture and Consumer Protection act, and the Secretary will not use his discretionary authority to limit feed grain and wheat plantings to a percentage of the allot­ ments. The Agriculture and consumer Protection act of 1973 is effective through the 1977 crop year. For 1976, as in the present year, producers may substitute any non-conserving crop (except marketing quota crops), or any conserving crop (including approved volunteer cover) used for hay or for grazing in order to preserve their > wheat or feed 1 grain allotments Lucas said announcement of the provisions will provide farmers with information they Extension Comments (By George J. Young, Ex­ tension Adviser, Agriculture, McHenry County) Soybean Plots - Thanks to Dan Walters, Hebron, for hosting our soybean twilight meeting on Sept. 17. These plots contain thirteen varieties, including maturity Group I, II, and III beans. If you missed this session, you can still stop by the plots to evaluate lodging and pod set characteristics. The plots are located on Thayer road, approximately 1 mile need to make their 1976 crop planting decisions. Additional provisions will be announced after USDA reviews more 1975 production data. The feed grain and wheat programs are designed to provide farmers decision­ making freedom to produce for the marketplace, Lucas said. Applicants for ASCS programs wilk be given equal con­ sideration without regard to race, color, sex, creed or national origin. west of Route 47. Yield results later Management Tool - Soil test results help you as you make ferti l izer decisions. The University of Il l inois recom­ mends applying phosphorus and potassium to build the soil test up to the suggested levels plus replace the nutrients that the growing crops remove. Several t imes this fall , after reviewing soil test results, I ha^e suggested that an in­ dividual field not receive phosphorus or potassium for the next two to four years. This is because these fields ferti l i ty levels had already been built well above the needed level. Unless there are complicating pH problems, the University does not suggest application of phosphorus if the Pi test is 70 or above, nor application of potassium if the K test exceeds 400. Soil testing is a tool that will help you allocate the resources you control to achieve greater net returns. Congratulations to the McHenry-Lake County Pork Producers association as they prepare to celebrate October as Pork month. Congratulations - to the McHenry-Lake Dairy Herd Improvement association for a fine banquet and annual meeting. The 175 persons in attendance not only represented most of the top dairy herds in our area but also some of the top producing herds in Ill inois. Circular Available - Circular 1113, the 1974 Summary of Il l inois Farm Business Records, is now available at our office. Come in to our office at 11909 McConrtell road to pick up a copy, or phone our office at 815-338-3737 or 338-4747 and ask for a copy to be mailed to you. Coming Events - October 8 - F i n a n c i a l C o n s u l t a n t Agricultural Workshop. Moose club. BelvidereM p.m.. - 9 p.m. Get enrollment form from Extension office in Woodstock. Courtesy is so cheap that some people take no interest in i t . PAGE 15 - PLAINDEALER-WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1. 1975 Illinois Headquarters, P.O. Box 406, Rockton. 111., 61072. Fur­ ther information will be sent upon receipt of this request. Open Competition In State Miss Talent Contest The ? Litt le Miss Nationwide Talent contest will be held for the state of Il l inois Nov. 1, at the Holiday Inn, LaSalle-Peru, for girls ages 5 through 12. These girls are judged in five different categories on talent, namely, dancing, vocal, in­ strumental, baton twirling, and variety which is a combination of two categories, reading, or gymnastics. The national finals were held for the Little Miss Nationwide Talent contest to choose the national winner. Little Miss Nationwide Talent, Aug. 21, 22 and 23 at the Plaza Inn Con­ vention center in Kansas City, Mo., at which time Little Miss Ill inois Talent 1975, Kimberly Robertazzo, competed with thirty-three others. She was among the finalists. Requests for applications may be sent to the Little Miss If you can't laugh at yourself, learn to occupy your time with a good hobby. SAVE 2C on J roller & troy REG $ 334 NOW ONLY 0^' W.IK purl half ol 1 qollon ELLIOTT PAINT VYCITAL'S HARDWARE 1212 N. Green St., McHenry, Illinois BUM SALE ENDS Saturday BOYS' WARM FLANNEL SHIRTS 25% off REGULARLY $1.50 to $4.99 Smashing plaids! Full- cut or free-action, tails go in or out. Machine- washable cotton. Sizes 8 to 12. NFL cap. BOY'S PRO-LOOK WARM KNITS Stand out in team colors! 099 Emblem, pom ^ pom. In acrylics. 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