Boy’s win sparks trip to national 4-H congress
Tommy Thompson, a Little Beavers 4-H member, wins the Ohio State 4-H Safety Speaking Contest at Hagerty Hall and earns a trip to the National 4-H Congress in Chicago. He describes nerves, the campus experience, and the 1400 participants who sang the National Anthem and God Bless America.
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Tommy Thompson
Little Beavers
Athens County Fairgrounds
Ohio
Athens
Gress
Thompson
Bernadine Blazier
Chicago
Marion
United States
Canada
Puerto Rico
Conrad Hilton
Morrison Hotel
Aragon
America
Orphan Lamb Wins Gallia County Fair Prize
A March showing from a 4 H or FFA member describes selecting an orphan lamb for the top prize at the Gallia County Junior Fair. The article covers feeding schedules from March to July, shearing aims, and the care of Hampshire breeders, noting the orphan’s origin and high finish.
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Orphan Lamb
Hampshire
Gallia County
FFA
4-H
Four-H Projects Beneficial To All Youth
The article extols 4-H Club work teaching practical skills to both rural and city youth. It highlights many projects, potential careers, and rewards for those who commit seriously, along with the value of sharing, learning by doing, and forming lasting friendships.
Scholarships Open to 4-H Students at Ohio State University
Colleges and universities offer scholarships to help students gain college access and community service opportunities. The Ohio State University College of Agriculture and Home Economics provides at least 75 scholarships annually with emphasis on high scholastic standing in the upper third of the class. Counselors urge early inquiry, application, and guidance from teachers and extension offices.
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College of Agriculture and Home Economics
Ohio State University
Tle
In Memoriam Ella Elizabeth Bowers
Obituary noting Ella Elizabeth Bowers born July 17 1875 died Feb 28 1961 aged 85 7 11 united with Cross Roads Baptist Church lifelong Christian worker married Lindze Throckmorton 1891 two children Faye and Frank widowed by 1907 married Irvin Davies no children survived by husband Frank two grandchildren four great grandchildren one great great grandchild one grandson predeceased. Thanks to all who aided during illness and bereavement. Also memorial lines for Ray Moore March 7 1960 and acknowledgment from family of Ella Davies and appreciation to pallbearers and nurses. Amesville Ohio service details listed.
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Ella Elizabeth Bowers
Cross Roads Baptist Church
Lindze Throckmorton
Faye
Irwin Davies
Ella Davies
Hein
Dr. Baumertel
Armsospital
Mr. Bigony
Cincinnati Livestock Market Report Summary
Cincinnati market reports cattle calves cows and bulls steady with strong buyers. Steers and heifers show price ranges for various weights while hogs lambs and sows move unevenly. notable figures include No 1 and 2 weight classes at 18.20 and 17.60 18.00 and 16.50 respectively and lambs around 16.00 to 17.50.
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Cincinnati
USDA
Jolly Eight bridge club meets at Garnet Peart home
The Jolly Eight bridge club gathered at Garnet Peart's home in Straitsville on Wednesday night with Nellie Ward Grace Leake Laura Miller Sue McQuade Genevieve Hartman Margaret Boyle and Anna Lillico present. Prizes went to Grace Leake Nellie Ward and Laura Miller. Lunch was provided by the hostess.
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New Straitsville
Jolly Eight Bridge Club
Garnet Peart
Nellie Ward
Grace Leake
Laura Miller
Sue McQuade
Genevieve Hartman
Margaret Boyle
Anna Lillico
Couple Wed 57 Years
Mr and Mrs Floyd Spurgeon of New Lexington marked their 57th wedding anniversary at home on March 5 He is a former Perry County deputy sheriff and a retired worker for Ludowici Celadon Co.
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New Lexington
Floyd Spurgeon
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Charles R. Harris
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Guysville
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Richland Ave
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Lancaster
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Parkersburg
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W. Fair Ave
Washington St
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Isaac Lewis
Clifton
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Carpenter
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Rhode Island
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Cleveland
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East Main Street
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Wayne
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Roy Lester
Russ Lowery
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Chuck Shields, Jr
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