British Laborites Propose Drastic Farm Regulation
The article outlines a British government plan to regulate farming to ensure stability and efficiency. It details price guarantees for crops and livestock, advance pricing for a year ahead and two years for others, plus requirements for farm and estate management. The proposal envisions audits, formal notice, and potential dispossession or forced sale to prevent uneconomical land divisions. It notes emphasis on research, technical advice, and the farmer landowner partnership with enforcement steps.
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WNU Service
Eye Street
N. W
Washington, D. C
Washington
Britain
United States
Agricultural Land Tribunal
Youthful Versatile Two Piecer Pattern Ad for Juniors
Promotes a junior designed two piece frock set with a cardigan top, slim lines, and a flared peplum. Features include short and three quarter sleeves and a crisp checked taffeta look with novelty buttons. Pattern numbers cover sizes 12 to 18 with yardage details and order info for Sewing Circle Pattern Dept.
Whooping Crane Mystery and Field Inquiry
A Washington naturalist recounts a false whooping crane discovery in Florida debunked by Fish and Wildlife Service experts. The piece notes ongoing efforts to locate nesting grounds, possible Canadian sites, and the endangered status with estimates under 50 birds.
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Fish and Wild Life Service
Florida
Washington
Lincoln
the Fish and Wild Life Service
Department of the Interior
Kelsey
Department
Crane
Canada
North America
National Audubon Society
United States
National Wildlife Refuge
Corpus Christi
Tex
Dakotas
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Defense Pact Moves to Peace Roles With Canada
The United States and Canada affirm continued partnership to strengthen Arctic defense. Ministers announce a nonbinding agreement to share military knowhow and facilities, align weapons, and train officers, easing postwar cooperation without congressional approval.
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U. S
Canada
Washington
Ottawa
State Department
Arctic Circle
Asia
Europe
Optimistic Picture Of 1947 Farm Crop Prospects
The Bureau of Agricultural Economics predicts high farm crop levels for 1947 with favorable fall and early winter conditions, ample seeds, fertilizers, machinery, and labor. If conditions stay average, 1947 yields could average about 30 percent above the 1923-32 pre drought period, the fourth highest on record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Bureau of Agricultural Economics
Bureau
America
Great Plains States
Funeral procession prompts county remark on friendship
Hard Luck Lem McGee and his wife watch a long funeral procession pass by. Mrs. McGee notes many friends of Squire Johnston, while Lem laments his chair faces the opposite direction, missing the sight.
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Lem Meee
Farm For Sale March 1 1947 Possession Clark County
Farm for sale offering 320 acres south of Clark with 235 acres cropland and 81 acres pasture plus alfalfa and hay land. Features include a brick house, barn, granary, and well water. Down payment as low as 10 percent, 20 year contract at 4 percent interest. Contact John EB Welch Box 431 Clark South Dakota.
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Acrong
Windni
Conta
John
Welch
Clark
Blacktop
Kent House
John EB
Afll
Stupid as They Come Farmer Banter Joke
A brief humorous exchange features Pete challenging Joe with rainproof wit. Joe retorts he has more brains because it isn t raining, sparking a light skit of street banter. The fragments capture a rural banter tone with quick punchlines.
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Pete
Joe
It Had One Benefit Sandy Finds Town Job In New York
Sandy takes a downtown New York position and moves from his 11th Street rooming house to 242nd Street. A friend questions the move but he says the payoff is worth it for a nickel. The tale notes comfort and food concerns but emphasizes the financial benefit.
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Sandy
New York
11Th Street
242Nd Street
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