September 1979 r OCT 1 0 1^7Q M *’C H lM i* STATE LIBRARIES A PATCH GREEN Official Publication of the Michigan & Border Cities Golf Course Superintendents Association MICHIGAN & BORDER C ITIE S GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENTS ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT CLEM WOLFROM DETROIT GOLF CLUB 530 Kendry Bloomfield H ills, Michigan 48018 Off. 345-4589, R e s. 334-0140 VICE PRESIDENT JAMES TIMMERMAN, CGCS ORCHARD LAKE COUNTRY CLUB 7183 Buckthorn Orchard Lake, Michigan 48033 Off. 682-2150, R e s. 682-7234 SECRETARY-TREASURER BRUCE WOLFROM, CGCS BARTON HILLS COUNTRY CLUB 639 Barber Street Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103 Off. 662-8359, R e s. 663-9213 BOARD OF DIRECTORS JAY DELCAMP GOWANIE GOLF CLUB 19957 Great Oaks Circle South Mt. Clemens, Michigan 48043 Off. 468-1432, R e s . 791-8481 WATERS EDGE COUNTRY CLUB ED HE INMAN 10531 B ellevu e Grosse lie, Michigan 48138 Off. 675-0927, R e s. 676-3095 LAKELANDS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB CHARLES GAIGE 7390 R ickett Brighton, Michigan Off. 231-3003, R e s. 227-4617 WALTER TROMBLEY, CGCS ARROWHEAD GOLF CLUB 3130 Orion Road Lake Orion, Michigan 48035 Off. 373-5240, R e s. 693-2924 MICHAEL EDGERTON MEADOWBROOK COUNTRY CLUB 3066 Sesame Howell, Michigan 48843 Off. 349-3608, R e s. 517-546-5927 FRITZ MCMULLEN, CGCS FOREST LAKE COUNTRY CLUB 3912 F ield v iew Orchard Lake, Michigan 48033 Off. 335-1410, R e s. 363-8030 PRESIDENT EMERITUS GEORGE W. PRIESKORN BURROUGHS FARM GOLF CLUB 5341 Brighton Road Brighton, Michigan 48116 Off. 227-1381, R e s . 229-9437 "A PATCH OF GREEN” th e P u b l i s h e d m o n t h ly b y MICHIGAN AND BORDER C ITIE S G O LF COURSE SU PER IN TEN DEN TS ASSOCIATION Circulation: 1,250 Ted Woehrle, CGCS, Oakland H ills C .C . 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Golf Car Distributors Lakeshore Equipment Corporation Lawn Equipment Corporation Lebanon/Agrico W.F. Miller Garden & Equipment Oxford Peat Company O.M. Scott & Son, Inc. Wm. F. Sell & Son, Inc. Sprinkler Irrigation Supply Stanton Seed & Supply Co. Terminal Sales Corporation Tire Wholesalers, Inc. Trees Inc. Turf grass, Inc, Turf Supplies, Inc. USS Agri-Chemicals Wilkie Turf Equipment Company 2 • Large or small trees planted or transplanted - up to 10" Dia. trunks. • A variety of trees available - both conifer and deciduous. • Utilizing proven methods and the most modern equipment avail­ able. • Tree management and counseling services. • Experienced in golf course techniques and requirements. • We invite our fellow members of the Michigan and Border Cities Golf Course Superintendent Association to call upon us anytime to talk about trees. - □REE □ELOCATION □ J - E x c a v a t io n S p e c ia l is t s y / j f 627-9I55 • GRAND LEDGE TREES INC. 4874 SAGINAW HWY. GRAND LEDGE, Ml 48837 Phone: 517-627-9155 n a tL s j9 L £ • GENERATORS • WATER PUMPS Prices Cut On All LAWN MOWERS ROTO TILLERS ENGINES S m all b u t stro ng! Honda general purpose engines bring what's best in Honda technology down to size: models are available from 3.5 to 8 hp. Again, all are of the four-stroke design, which contributes to smooth, economical operation without fuel pre-mixing. B u ilt to u g h . Honda engines feature many long-life engineering characteristics such as cast-iron cylinder sleeves and ball-bearing supported crankshafts. All feature the Honda Automatic Decompression System for easy starting Honda engines are ideal for many replace­ ment applications and are envying increasing popularity. Check the specs chart in this brochure and consult with your Honda dealer for your particular requirements. TILLERS H ond a g a rd e n p o w e r. Just put a sturdy Honda tiller to work, and suddenly the hardest garden jobs get a whole lot easier. Tilling, mulching, furrowing, compost­ ing and weeding come quite naturally to the Honda tillers. WATER PUMPS W id e s p re a d a p p lic a tio n . The super-dependable Honda water pumps enjoy a multitude of uses, from irri­ gation and livestock watering on farm or ranch to con­ struction applications and emergency stand-by use in your home. And because they're powered by economical Honda four-stroke engines, they're easy to start and never require fuel pre-mixing. Two m odels no w a v a ila b le . The Honda pumps are available in two capacities: 158 and 290 gallon-per- minute models. Both are lightweight and easily portable and built to take on the tough jobs. GENERATORS P o rta b le H ond a p o w e r. These strong Honda gen­ erators seem to be turning up just about everywhere these days— from farm and ranch to construction site, campsite and home. More people than ever are turning to Honda for their power needs. The cutting edge on quality. Among power mowers, one stands alone above all others: the new Honda. Feature for feature, there's nothing else like it! Consider its powerful 3’/2-hp Honda engine, renowned for reliability. The easily adjustable cutting height, slim rear-mounted bag, clearly marked handle-mounted controls. Plus, CD ignition on some models. Not to mention Honda's exclusive Roto-Stop just release the lever and the blade stops within seconds. For safety and performance, we dare you to compare the new Honda mower! GOLF CAR DISTRIBUTORS D/V. Anderson Sales & Serv. Inc. 1980 W. WIDE TRACK DRIVE (U.S. 10) PONTIAC, MICHIGAN 48058 (313) 338-0425 H O N D A . MOWERS Getting Organized: How to sch ed u le your day If your workload keeps growing as ast as your workday seems to shrink, naybe your problem is a lack of >rganization. A few minutes spent in planning can help you get more accomplished >ach day and help you run your opera­ tion more efficiently. Not everyone can be an efficiency expert, but even the most disorganized person can get more done by p l a n n i n g his work more efficiently. These eight suggestions can help. a c t i v i t i e s 1. At the end of each workday, take a few minutes to schedule the next day’s - phone calls, interviews, and projects. meetings, Make a list, with the most important to be accomplished at the top. As other important things come up, you may have to change your plans, but having a list can help you keep your priorities in mind. 2. Schedule work according to your own personal efficiency. Not everyone works at peak efficiency first thing in the morning, so you should schedule i the important things for a time when you are at your sharpest. 3. Decide whether you would rather tackle the tough projects first and get them out of the way, or ease into them by finishing the smaller tasks first. i 4. Tough problems take concentra- ' tion, and it is impossible to concen­ trate when you are c o n t i n u a l l y interrupted. If you know you are going / to have to deal with a thorny problem, I set aside some time for it. Let every­ one know that you don’t want to be ) disturbed and make yourself work at it. makes for more paperwork, but it does make assigning jobs easier and gives you a written record for reference. 6. Take a close look at the things that make up your day. Some of them may be merely habit and no longer necessary. Cut ruthlessly. A collection of minor tasks can take valuable time away from the more important duties. 7. Group similar into one time period. If you have to do similar things at different times during the day, try doing them all at once. Switching your concentration from one job to another can take more time than you think. tasks it reasonable amount of 8. Don’t agonize over decisions. There is a difference between spending a time con­ sidering alternatives and delaying a decision because is an uncom­ fortable one. If you have to make a decision, make it. The only way you can avoid making a decision is by waiting until you have only one alternative re­ maining. That last alternative may be the worst of the bunch. These eight suggestions may not make you an efficiency expert, but they may help you reevaluate your work habits. Not everyone works the same way, but it is important to find a system that works for you. Set your own schedule and follow it. You will be surprised at how much you can -Fore Front accomplish. 14th ANNUAL WISCONSIN GOLF TURF SYMPOSIUM October 24 & 25, 1979 5. Use an action request form for assigning tasks to your subordinates, f It should include a description of the I job, a deadline, and a person respon­ sible for its completion. This system Marc Plaza Hotel 509 W. W isconsin Avenue M ilwaukee, W isconsin C o n ta c t: Bob W e lc h , M ilw a u k e e M e tro p o lita n Sew erage D is t r ic t , 735 N orth W ater S tre e t M ilw a u k e e , W is. 53202 5 Dew is not dew Turfgrass Products Corporation, North Miami, Florida By Tom Mascaro is that Dew, in the popular sense, is water of condensation. Dew forms on a cold surface when is warm and water is present as humidity. the air The “ Dew” we find on Turfgrass is not water of condensation. areas This water the plant sap being pumped out or “ exudated” from the hydathodes. The hydathodes are relief mechanisms transport excess water out of the plant system. Relatively speaking, very little research has been done on this im­ portant function of Turfgrass culture. In 1887, Dr. Marloth in Egypt studied the Tamarix (salt cedar) and found that it extruded salts and identified them. Dr. JoK. Wilson, Cornell University, in 1923, found that the difference in dew on the Turfgrass area was not due to soil moisture, but to the species that grew. He classified the different grasses in the following manner: 1. Bentgrasses, Bermudagrasses and Poa Annua are the prolific pumpers of exudate and rated them high. 2. The Bluegrass family (with the exception of Poa Annua) were medium pumpers of exudate. 3. Zoysiagrasses, Fescuegrasses and Ryegrasses were low pumpers and produced the least amount of exudated water. The difference in the rate of exu­ dation explains why we can observe patches of heavy “ dew” on Turfgrass areas that are not pure strands. PENNSYLVANIA TURFGRASS CONFERENCE February 26-29, 1979 Hershey Motor Lodge & Convention C tr. Hershey, PA 17033 C o n ta c t: A rth u r D . W ic k , P.O . Box 3 6 2 , S e w ic k le y , Pa. 15143, or C h ris tin e E. K ing, S e c re ta ry -T re a s u re r, P e n n s y lv a n ia T u rfg ra s s C o u n c il, 412 B la n ch ard S tre e t, B e lle fo n te , Pa. 16823. 6 Dr. Endo, University of California, in 1969, found that spores of dollar spot fungus grew sparingly in ordinary water, but when the s p o r e s were germinated in exudated water, they grew sparingly to well, and caused a variable amount of infection. In other' words, exudated water increased in­ fection induced acceleration and an increase in spore, germination. and disease. It Dr. G.N. Hoffer, Purdue University, in 1949, demonstrated that quickly> available nitrogen was rapidly trans­ ported through the leaf tissue and into exudated water. The high salt content of the exudate caused leaf, stem and> root burn. With this background information we can begin to understand better why the, United States Golf Association Green Section advocated syringing of greens many years ago. Their findings indi­ cated the Superintendent who syringed greens in the early morning; had less disease than those who didn’t. This practice simply diluted the concentration of the exudated water; and rendered it harmless. that Exudated water contains glutamine, a form of s uga r that is ideal for bacterial and fungal growth. If you touch your hand to exudated water, you feel the stickiness of this material, which is identically the same as the plant sap. The salt index of exudated water will rise sharply when quickly avail­ able plant foods (especially nitrogen) are applied. If these salts are allowed to accumulate in the thatch or com­ pacted soil, surface root, stem or lower leaf burn may occur. The po­ tency of the exudate can be demon­ strated by gathering a cupful from a well fertilized green and pouring it in C on tin u ed on n ext page Dew is not dew cont. one spot. A chemical burn will result. light These combinations of factors can and do have a profound effect upon the survival of Turfgrasses under certain conditions. Until more research is conducted to supply more information, the wise turf manager will: 1. Practice early morning syringing to dilute exudated water. 2. Use sufficient water to wash the exudate into the soil. Aerify to insure water intake. 3. Use slowly available plant foods to minimize the salt concentration in the exudate. If quickly available plant foods are used, split the feeding into light amounts on a frequent basis. 4. Control to minimize the accumulation of the exudate. Frequent verticutting, t o p d r e s s i n g , dragging, brushing, all help to keep excess thatch under control. 5. pH is a factor that can be related to exudated water. The lower the pH the more susceptible Turfgrasses are to disease attack. Dusting (during periods of stress) with 5 to 10 lbs. of hydrated lime per 1,000 sq. ft. when grass is dry, or applying Dolomitic limestone, 10 or 20 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft., will change the pH in the thatch layer, which can become very acid. thatch I hope that this discussion “ Dew Is Not Dew” has given you a better understanding of this rather unrecog­ nized subject. Some will c o n t i n u e to call it “Dew” . Others will call it “ Exudated or is Water” . Another common name “ Guttated Water” , “ Guttation Water” . Poets will eternally call it “ Fairy Rain” . By whatever name we call this liquid that is exuded from the Hydathodes of the grass lear, we must always remember that this is a normal function of the plant. The Turfgrass Manager recognizes this basic prin­ ciple and adapts management practices to the one who will produce superior putting surfaces for better golf. it wisely, is Diseases of Turfgrasses A new booklet which you may wish to add to your turfgrass library is this publication containing 80 color photo­ graphs along with the narration from the Crop Science of America’s slide set “ Diseases of Turfgrasses.” If you are like most of us who would like to know more about turfgrass diseases, I believe you will find this publication quite valuable. It includes a concise written and visual description of all the major diseases of t u r f g r a s s . Single copies are $5.00 and are avail­ able from: Crop Science Society of America, 677 South Segoe Road, Madi­ son, WI 53711. MBCGCSA Roster Addition KING, CHARLES W., JR. (Donna) 24121 R o sew o o d Oak Park, M ichigan 48237 398-5 9 6 4 Crown L ubricant & S p e c ia ltie s 525-3902 F No synthetically produced fertilizer can compare with MILORGANITE G o lf C o u rse s U se M ore M IL O R G A N IT E « T h a n A n y O th e r F e rtiliz e r TERMINAL SALES CORR 12871 E A T O N A V E . D E T R O I T , M IC H . 48227 (313) 491 -0606 7 Canada Geese a problem United States Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service > One Gateway Center, Of all the waterfowl, Canada geese geese, particularly, are opportunists and take advantage of the easy living conditions offered them by people. The problem is not new; nor is it confined to one area of the country. In Southern New England and the Central Atlantic suburban goose flocks have States developed during the past several years. In these areas, there are situa­ tions where people have inadvertly encouraged geese by their landscaping and other area beautification. Canada geese require fresh water areas for resting and nesting; and new tender grasses, grains, or other suc­ culent vegetation for feed. Therefore, the well-manicured lawns of homes, golf courses and parks located near water provide ideal sites and attract geese. Conflicts have now developed be­ cause although few Canada geese in an area are acceptable, flocks are no longer small and are expanding as the young birds return. Frequently, this means extensive grazing of grass and considerable volumes of droppings in some swimming pools, beaches, and other bathing areas become fouled, and sanitation problems occur when these birds con­ gregate. Noise becomes intense during the evening, night, and early morning as these birds “ talk” to each other. areas. Reservoirs, spite of the problems, these birds are a valuable natural resource and a source of recreation to the general public, bird watchers and hunters alike. like all native waterfowl and other migratory birds, are protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918. This Act states that it is un­ lawful to hunt, kill, sell, purchase or Geese, In Newton Corner, Maine possess migratory birds, except as permitted by regulations adopted by^ the Secretary of the Interior. This protection of migratory birds is indica­ tive of the value placed on this natural resource. is To solve the problems Canada geese are causing, the most important timing. It is much consideration easier and more effective to drive birds from an area when they first arrive. Once they become established, they become more to dis­ turbances and are more reluctant to leave. tolerant Devices commonly used to move 1 birds from an area follow: Mechanical Barriers The use of fences, hedgerows, or any physical device to control the movement of Canada geese is perhaps the most effective tool in controlling these birds. In the majority of problem l areas, the geese walk - not fly - to and from the pond to the feeding areas. A low, solid fence or other barrier to prevent access to any area may be all that is needed to solve a problem. Diminishing Attractive Factors Since geese generally walk when leaving a waterway to feed, the edges of ponds and streams can be banked (using rock walls, wood cribbing, or other means) to prevent goose move­ ment. Vegetation, such as grasses along the water’s edge, can be changed to less desirable ground cover plants. Do not keep vegetation mowed short this encourages new growth on as the birds will feed. Do not which create small islands or peninsulas as they provide good nesting sites for geese. If they exist, consider changes to make these areas unavailable to the birds. C on tin u ed on n ex t page Canada Geese cont. Feeding In many instances, a major attrac­ tion to geese is the supplemental food offered by people to attract and hold the birds in an area. If geese are a problem, all feeding should be dis­ continued to force the birds to revert back to natural food supplies. In most instances, this will make an area less attractive to geese. Bird Control Shotgun Shells A permit may be required for fire­ arms. Special shells will project a noise bomb up to 75 yards and are from a 12-gauge shotgun. By fired , utilizing these shells when geese first come into an area, they can be effec­ tively persuaded to go elsewhere. The in conjunction use of these shells with balloons scarecrows will enhance the effectiveness of both. as Balloons Large balloons, 30 inches in dia­ meter, filled with helium, teethered on a 40-50 foot monofilament line will give the scarecrow effect. One red balloon for every five to ten acres should give effective results in the daytime. At night, white or yellow balloons should be used. Scarecrows to spend Scarecrows, a traditional method of controlling birds may be quite effec­ tive, if properly used. It is not nec­ essary time making an elaborate design as a loose sack of straw or a wide streamer of plastic will frequently suffice. Proper place­ ment and constant motion are also important. Automatic Exploders A permit may be required to use these devices as they operate on propane gas and generate a noise much louder than a shotgun. The noise intensity and timing can be controlled manually. Exploders should be used only in areas where excessive noise will not create a nuisance. 9 Rugged individualism in By David Shallenberger, A young man lived with his parents in a public housing development. He attended public school, rode the free school bus, participated in the free lunch program, played in State parks, swam in the City pool. He entered the Army and upon discharge kept his national life insurance. He then en­ rolled in the State University, working part-time the State C a p i t o l to supplement his GI check. Upon graduation he married a public health nurse, and bought a farm with an FHA loan, and then obtained a Small Business Administration loan to go into business. A baby was born in the County hospital. He bought a ranch with the * aid of another GI loan and obtained from the Government. emergency Later he put part of his land into the Soil Bank. His parents live com­ fortable on the ranch with their Social Security * and Old Age Assistance checks. REA lines supplied electricity. The Department of Agriculture helped clear land. The County agent showed him how to terrace it. Then the Government paid part of the costs of a pond and stocked it with fish. He was guaranteed a sale for his farm products by a federal agency. Books from the Public Library were delivered to his door. He banked money which a Government agency insured. feed the Tri-County Association “ I wish Then one day he wrote to his Congressman: to protest excessive Government spending and high taxes. I believe in rugged indi­ vi d ua l ism. to all socialistic trends and I demand a return to the principles of our Consti­ tution. ” from D i v o t N ews I am opposed R e p rin te d Charles Gaige appointed to MBCGCSA Board of Directors Dear Member, This letter is to inform you that Mr. Roger O’Connell has resigned from the Board of Directors of the Michigan and Border Cities Golf Course Superin­ tendents A s s o c i a t i o n , effective June 15, 1979. In accordance with the by-laws of our association, Article III, Section 3, paragraph B, I, as president, have appointed Mr. Charles Gaige, Superintendent of Lakelands Golf and Country Club, to the Board until our next election. Mr. Gaige ran for the board in 1978 and I am sure he will be a great asset to our association. At our next annual election, we will elect one additional Board member to complete the one year remaining on Mr. O’Connell’s term. His term expires December 31, 1980. Yours for better turf, C.H. Wolfrom, Jr. President MBCGCSA 10 TORO. worth more T U R F PR O 84 “ The hydraulic Turf Pro 84” needs less maintenance — that, alone, makes it worth more. Toro presents the first all-hydraulic tri-plex, for the same good reasons you find hydraulic power in heavy construction equipment - low maintenance, less shop time, high reliab ility and outstanding performance. All of which adds up to a tri-plex worth more to you than any other make you can buy! WILKIE Tltrj Equipment Division, Inc. P.O. Box 749 • 105 0 Opdyke R oad • Pontiac • M ichigan • 4 8 0 5 6 • 3 1 3 /3 7 3 -8 8 0 0 11 REGAL TURF-TYPE PERENNIAL RYEGRASS Incomparable color Darkest green of any perennial Excellent texture Cuts clean and easy Reduced disease risks Gcxxl heat tolerance and cold'hardi ness STANTON SEED & SUPPLY CO. 3515 James Street PO. Box 2252 Saginaw, Michigan 48605 (517) 752-8760 ARE YOU INTERESTED IN JOINING THE MICHIGAN AND BORDER CITIES GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENTS ASSOCIATION? FILL IN THE QUESTIONAIRE BELOW AND MAIL TO: BRUCE WOLFROM BARTON HILLS COUNTRY CLUB 639 Barber Street Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103 Office 662-8359, Residence 663-9213 N A M E _________________________________________________________ A D D R E S S _____________________________________________________ D A T E _____ C IT Y _____________________________ S T A T E _______________ Z I P ____________ OR Y O U M A Y C O N T A C T T H E N E X T G O L F C O U R S E S U P P L I E R WH O C A L L O N Y O U A N D G I V E H I M T H E I N F O R M A T I O N N E E D E D F O R A P P L I C A T I O N . 12 Industry News Ames presents plaque to Terminal Sales Corporation August 6, 1979 - Mr. Rick Keup Terminal Sales is Mr. Ken Plaskey, (left) and Ames Area Sales Manner Sales Manager (2nd from left) and Mr. Mr. Ed Sorg (right) presents a plaque Frank Orier, President (2nd from right), Ames a McDonough company is a to Terminal Sales Corporation recog- nizing their 50 years of service to the manufacturer of lawn, garden, and lawn and garden industry. Representing Plumb striking tools. Wilkie Turf announces promotions Walter J. Wilkie, President, an nounced that David A. Pedersen has been named Vice President - Opera­ tions and Donald W. Baxter has been named Vice President - Consumer Products. Mr. Pedersen has been with the company since December of 1974 serving most recently in the capacity of Assistant General Manager. Prior to that he was with Alexander Grant & Company where he was a C.P.A. Mr. Baxter has been with the company from its beginning, and most recently was its Manager - Consumer Products. To fill the two vacancies, Mr. Ed Boccaccio a CPA of the nationally known firm of Alexander Grant & Company will join Wilkie Turf as Chief Accountant and Mr. Gene Muenchausen will join the company as Manager - Toro Consumer Products. Other changes include: Mr. James Barden, named Manager - McCulloch Products, and Mr. Jim Barr named Manager - Parts & Service. Don Benham forms new company Don Benham, His new office and warehouse is representative Di vi si on , CHEMICALS. formerly the sales for L&E Chemical formed BENHAM has R O W N LUBRICANT & SPECIALTIES LTD. Lubricants • • • Designed to make the Superintendent s job easier. WE ARE GEARED TO SERVE YOU BETTER CHAS. W. KING 3 1 3 /5 2 5 -3 9 0 2 BOX 2065 L IV O N IA , M ICH. 48151 CHAS. W. K IN G, JR. 313/3 9 8 -5 9 6 4 13 (UsS) Vertagreen ' ' A product for all reasons • U n ifo rm particles flo w sm o o th ly and spread evenly. • Half the n itro ge n in Tee Green is U rea-F orm aldehyde. • A m inim um o f o n e -fo u rth the n itro ge n in fa irw a y grades is UF. • U n ifo rm balance o f seco nd ary and m icro -n u trie n ts. • All potash derived fro m sulfate o f potash. ® Agri-Chemicals Division of U nited States Stee Division of U nited States Steel P O. Box 1685 A tlanta, Georgia 30301 located at 3190 Martin Road, Walled Lake, Mich. The phone number is 624-3200, We wish him well. In the meantime, the L&E Chemical Division announces the appointment of Mr. Norm Ax as their sales representa­ tive replacing Don Benham. Norm has been associated with turf for the past 22 years. Norm has 10 years experience as a golf course superintendent. Norm can be reached at 398-3636. The Lawn Equipment Corporation is located in Royal Oak, Michigan. Century Rain-Aid opens additional Florida branch Tampa, Florida is the location of an additional new Century Rain-Aid irrigation center and warehouse. “ It will serve the expanding needs of the irrigation contractor, landscape, golf course, construction, multiple dwel­ ling, consumer and municipal markets on the west coast of Florida,” an­ nounced Ernie Hodas, President of Century Rain-Aid. As Rain Bird Master Distributor for Hillsborough County, Century Rain-Aid will distribute turf sprinkler equipment and all related supplies, offer full services and complete inventories. Bob Elliott, the Century Rain-Aid Florida General Manager, announces appointment of George Brantley as Tampa warehouse manager. Brantley returns to the Florida west coast from the Carolinas where he managed an industrial distributor warehouse. Florida, telephone: Located at 1930 N. Highway 301, Tampa, 813/ 621-2075, this new Century Rain-Aid addition becomes the second Florida facility and will augment the existing! location at 1884 U.S. 18 South, Clear-i water. Century Rain-Aid also has other locations in Madison Heights, South- field, Coldwater, Mich., and Elk Grove Village, Illinois; serving turf, agri­ cultural, landscape, and waste water1 systems. St. Louis Conference and Show plans well under way The Stouffers has been designated as the Headquarters Hotel for the 1980 Conference and Show to be held in St. Louis, February 17-22, 1980. local host c h a p t e r is the Mississippi Valley GCSA. Robert V. Mitchell, Jr. is the president of the Mississippi Valley GCSA and the Host Committee Chairman is Lee Redman. We are bound to have the biggest and best Conference and Show ever. The Education Department is lining up the speakers for the Conference and Show and it looks as though there is going to be a wide range of topics covered. Topics that will be of interest to everyone. The theme this year is “ Conserva­ tion - Our Key to the Future.” A St. Louis Conference and Show flyer was mailed to all Information GCSAA members in August. The Conference Packet is scheduled to be mailed in early October. to all members You wouldn’t worry about what people think of you, if you knew how seldom they do. Every great achievement was once impossible. LA K E S H O R E EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY CO. HOME OF LESCQ PRODUCTS SULFUR COATED FERTILIZERS Distributor & Formulator GRASS SEED, FERTILIZERS INSECTICIDES FUNGICIDES, HERBICIDES Call Us Today TOLL FREE 1-800-321-5951 300 S. Abbe Rd. 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And she did. it came lose my unemployment The wheat grew tall and ripened into golden grain. “ Who will help me reap my wheat?” asked the little red hen. “ Not I” , said the duck. “ Out of my classification,” said the pig. “ I’d lose my seniority,” said the cow. “ I’d insur­ ance,” said the goose. to bake the bread. “ That’s overtime for me,” said the cow. “ I’m a dropout and never learned how,” said the duck. “ I’d lose my welfare benefits,” said the pig. “ If I’m the only one helping, that’s d i s c r i m i n a t i o n , ” said the goose. “ Then I will,” said the little red hen. And she did. She baked five loaves of fine bread and held them up for her neighbors to see. They all wanted some, demanded a share. But the little red hen said, “ No, I can rest for awhile and eat the loaves myself.” “ Excess profits,” cried the cow. “ Capitalistic screamed the duck. “ Company fink,” grunted the pig. “ Equal rights,” yelled the goose. 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