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Newspaper
Berkshire Eagle
Location
Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1960
Page
9
American farmers set a 1960 harvest record on 329 million acres, with total production across 59 crops at a record index of 122. Corn yielded 53 bushels per acre to 4.4 billion bushels. wheat reached 1.4 billion, up about 20 percent. Sorghum also set a new yield at 41.3 bushels per acre.
William E Rhode Jr. was forced to land his light plane on a highway near Monroe New York when the gas line froze. He was brought before a justice of the peace on charges of violating a general business law that bans such landings.
Massachusetts ABCC chair Cornelius W. Phillips announces a full state drive to halt liquor sales to minors. Severe penalties, including license suspension, will be pursued against violators. Investigators ordered to curb underage sales, with police and local commissions urged to cooperate. Minors who falsify age face arrest and penalties.
The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals warns dog owners to leash pets after heavy snowstorms to prevent cars or injuries. Dr Gerry B Schnelle notes cats and dogs may spend time outside if kept active, but older animals risk rheumatism or arthritis if left in a snowy yard too long.
Richard F Barber an airman apprentice in the U S Navy is stationed at Naval Air Station Norfolk Virginia. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Francis E Barber of 376 Onota Street. The brief notes also caution pet owners about winter care for dogs to protect feet from defrosting agents and advise wiping dry and regular grooming and brushing.
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