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Page 4 - I'LAINDEALER HERALD, WEDNESDAY. DECEMBER 26,1984 Make a firm resolution to take better care of garden Some aspects of Christmas bear repetition With the new year just about upon us, why not add a few horticultural resolutions to your list? Whether you're involved in growing food crops, ornamental plants, or lawns as a hobby or, for a living, there are a number of basic fundamentals to keep in mind all year. The (EXTENSION) People AMMt Perhaps the most important resolution is to use pestcides wisely and safely. Always identify the problem correctly before applying any pesticide. Once the problem is identified, choose the proper material for control; if one is available. Many times the solution to the problem is not applying a pesticide, but instead may be modification of cultural prac­ tices. In any event, the staff at thg extension office is available for, help in identifying and saving pest problems. Before using any pesticide, afyays read the label and follow all directions listed. Pesticide labels are federal documents and everything listed is there for a purpose. Only apply at the rates labled; as overapplication may cause injury to the plant and possibly the environment, wastes money, and will not cyntrol the pest any better. A final resolution regarding pesticides is to store them properly and safely. *tn working soils, resolve not to apply lime unless a soil test indicates it is needed. Lime will hfelp neutralize acid soils-which have ph values below seven. Most soils in th area are alkaline, or have ph values a|x)ve seven, thus do not need applications of limestone. Many of these soils, especially in gtowing vegetables, would benefit from an application of sulfur, which would help lower soi) ph. Again, the best thing to do is to have a soil test to see what the ph of your soil is. There are many factors which will determine how well a lawn looks. Probably the one single resolution you can make that will have the greatest impact on lawns is to mow properly. Proper mowing makes a lawn look healthier, reduces .weed invasions and disease suscep­ tibility, and helps lawn grasses through stress periods such as hot, dry weather. Mow at about two and a half inches on a regular basis so that no more than 25 to 30 percent of the leaf V surface is removed in any one cutting. Also keep blades sharp at all times. Vegetable gardeners should resolve to only plant what they can use and care for. If no one will eat it, don't plant it, as there's only so much you can pass cm to the neighbors. And if you can't care for a huge gar­ den, it will rapidly become a weed patch. Remember to choose disease resistant varieties to get an advantage over disease problems and to use mulches whenever possible for healthier plants. The one resolution that will have the greatest impact on the health of shade trees is land­ scape situations is to keep lawn mowers away from them. "A little bump now and then" at the base will add up to major damage in a hurry, which may harm or kill the tree directly or allow disease organisms to enter. In any event, "lawn mower blight" is a major problem facing trees in the landscape that can easily be prevented. Needless to say, there are many more horticultural resolutions that can be made. These are just a few based oh problems commonly received at the Extension office. Best wishes for the 1985 growing season. For additional information, contact the McHenry County Extension Office at 789 McHenry Ave., P.O. Box 431, Woodstock, 60098.. Phones (815) 338-3737 and 338-4747. County tax levy approved :A $1.8 million 1984 tax levy was approved by the McHenry County College Board of TVustees last week, the levy ^presenting a .3 percent in­ crease over the 1983 levy. ' MCC Treasurer Paul Dobbins s&id he was doubtful if the college will receive that much money. . Dobbins explained that, ac­ cording to the county assessor, it projected that the equalized assessed valuation may be dropping 1-1.5 percentr which will, in turn, bring less money to the college. 1- The 1984 tax levy is based on the 1984-85 budget. Included in the levy, the board is asking for $1.4 million in the education fund; and $349,969 in the Operators, building and main­ tenance fund. The college collected $1.8 tnillion from the 1983 tax levy, including $1.4 in the education Cund and $347,581 in the operations, building and Maintenance fund. V In other business, President •Robert Bartlett presented the figures of the college's falling enrollment. "We're Experiencing a con­ tinued decline... we're 20 percent behind last year in credit hours," Bartlett said. "Last spring we were down, but for the full year we haven't had anything like this," he added. Bartlett attributes the drop to employment. He explained that many students are working, and also are being asked to work overtime. Although the picture hasn't been exactly bright, Bartlett said things are looking better. "Two days ago we were down 24 percent...we are catching up rapidly. But we're not fools, we're still going to be down," he said. According to Bartlett, ad­ justments will have to be made in the budget during the January budget review, and adjustments will be made accordingly if enrollment continues its decline. Bartlett said that due to more late classes, "We won't see the total effect until March." SUNGLASSES '10 WITH LENS PURCHASE BAUSCH & LOMB SOFT LENSES O N L Y 49. 'With this 3d only Olfe'expires January 31,1985 100% REFUND TRIAL OFFER HARD LENSES 2 pairs >75 If within SO days you are not completely satisfied, return your lenses for FULL 100% Refund. E xcluding professional fee. 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Jt dollars together fdr shopping. With careful planning, I bought gifts for the whole family, plus something for Aunt Katie. * v Of course, the ten dollars was shot. was necessary to skate on ode foot. share and Nobody had to awaken us early Christmas morning. We bound down the stairs of slid dowti the bannister. Our stockings were hung on the over, but let us not forget the mantel above the fireplace. Sure true meamng of this great day. as ghootin' there would be As usual at this time, people are dashing around to get their shopping done. 'Twas ever thus. Some want snow; not too little, not too much. The weather forecast is "rain or snow" for Christmas day. That sounds like "partly sunny, partly cloudy." Thoughts always go back to our an orange in the toe of each sock. There wasn't so much fruit in the homes those days, except apples. Some have laughed when I told about fruit showers in school once a year. That was a big treat. I have told about saving a long time to get the huge sum of ten So I Hear by Earl Walsh m Mom was firm in ordering us away from the tree to get dressed and march off to church. We only had to walk a mile. Come storm, hell or high water, you went to church. At a certain age, the big sport during the holiday vacation was flippin' bobs. Farmers came to town with driving horses hitched to bob­ sleds. Kids ran to find a place to stand on the runners. Most farmers were kindly, but an occasional one carried a long whip to discourage the kids. Sometimes Santa brought a pair of ice skates. Oft times it NOTES TO OLD WHISKERS: v Santa, you never brought that seven-foot center to Coach Ken Ludwig. We have had that on our list for many years. You skipped my pair of socks last year. (Not complaining, just reminding.) Anything you can do to arrange an All-Chicago World Series will bring you cookies and milk in a million homes. You could bring friendship, sportmanship and fairness./ If you fly over Cuba,( you might pick up some of those choice cigars and drop them off on your Way back to the north pole. Please promote happy days and restful nights. From our window, we can see people bringing packages to St. Patrick's Church basement where all denominations are working together to further the good work of FISH. (Please remember those with big hearts in helping others.) Don't bother to bring me ice skates or garden tools this year. If you have a diet that will give me plenty to eat without adding pounds, drop off a copy. Could you bring Dick Rabbitt a supply of golf balls? (We hear most of his are lost .* in the rough). < v Happiness abounds at this time of year. Friendliness prevails. May God be willing and Santa not too busy to provide each of you a joyous holiday with your loved ones. Like saying ", I love you", we know of no new way of saying MERRY CHRISTMAS. Toy collection Donna Schaefer of the McHenry County Democratic Womens Organization hears the Christinas wishes of a youngster during the organization's recent holiday party. The Deftis collected new toys, which in turn were donated to FISH for the needy. Get a headstart HI your new town. Don't waste time wondering about a fast way to get your bearings Call me. I'm with WELCOME , WAGON When you've just moved, you're pressed for time. And the gifts, community and business information I bring will save your family time and money. Let me hear from you soon. NISRA top volunteer is named Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA) has named Ed Hall the recipient of the 1984 Charles Boss Memorial Award. The award is given annually to an outstanding volunteer for ser­ vice in recreation programs for the handicapped. Throughstit the past year, Hall has lead and assisted at weekly programs, special events, and Special Olympics competition. 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