tion. Protective measures are the removal of all the plants in the field after harvest; harrowing the ground light¬ 
ly in the fall and deep plowing in the spring will keep the moths from coming out. 
SQUASH BUG 
Squash, Gourds and Pumpkins, as well as Cucumbers, are often attacked by these pests. They are a per¬ 
sistent insect which have been a constant menace to seed production, especially to winter squash. Their mouth 
parts are adapted for piercing the vines and sucking the juice from the plant. Complete destruction to the 
crop is often accomplished within a surprisingly short time. They live over the winter under cover of trash and 
are able to stand low temperatures. 
CONTROL : 
The egg clusters may be destroyed by picking and burning the leaves to which they are attached. In small 
gardens the adults may be killed by providing shingles under which they congregate on the ground. A blow 
torch can be used to some extent when extreme care is practiced to prevent damage to the plants. Spray manu- 
facurers have finally developed a material that will kill these insects without serious harm to the plants. 
SEED TREATMENT 
For the control of those diseases which are seed borne the use of Corrosive Sublimate (Mercuric Chloride) 
is recommended. One ounce to 7.5 gallons of water is the proper proportion. The solution corrodes metal 
so wooden or glass receptacles should be used. The seed is treated by tying small quantities loosely in cheese 
cloth bags and dipping for five minutes. During this time the seed should be stirred so that all air is liberated 
and the liquid permitted to come into direct contact with the seed. The seed should then be rinsed in clean, 
running water and dried before planting. After this process new bags should be used for the seed. 
This treatment is recommended for protection against Angular Leaf Spot, Anthracnose and Fusarium Wilt. 
Note : Inasmuch as corrosive sublimate is deadly poisonous, extreme caution should be practiced in its use. 
Damping Off of the young plants has been successfully controlled by the use of red copper oxide, in propor¬ 
tions of one pound to each one hundred pounds of seed. It should be placed in a tight container and well agi¬ 
tated until all seeds are thoroughly covered with the dust. 
PLASTIC BINDING 
U. S. PATENT NO. 1970285 
LICENSE NO. 11 
ONE HUNDRED FORTY -EIGHT 
