Range Bull project pioneers U S Shorthorn trial
Shorthorn breeders ran 102 bulls through an obstacle course in Nebraska to toughen them for a Broken Bow sale. Sponsored by the American Shorthorn Breeders Association, the Range Bull project paired middlewest and eastern consignors with western buyers for cross breeding in large herds. Bulls, judged in pairs or trios like Camp Showings, were turned to range on July 1 for eventual sale as herd sires.
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American Shorthorn Breeders Association
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Argentina
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Old-Timer Column Defends Glorious College Football Days
A writer laments modern college football trends and honors Amos Alonzo Stagg. The piece contrasts the past stars and coaches with today's recruiting, scholarships, and bowl economics, arguing to curb financial incentives and preserve the sport's integrity. The author recalls Stagg’s era and calls for appreciation of enduring football traditions.
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Ted Coy
Eddie Mahan
Red Grange
Ed Weir
Nebraska
Bennie Oosterbaan
Bennie Friedman
Tom Hamilton
Tack Hardwick
Charlie Brickley
George Gipp
Four Horseman
Dick Kabmaier
Larry Isbell
Vito Parilli
Hank Lauricella
Rockne
Haughton
Warner
Yost
Zuppke
Stagg
McGugin
Alexander
Tad Jones
Roper
Sutherland
Andy Smith
Heisman
Gasoline on the Farm: Liquid Dynamite Warning
The article warns that gasoline on farms is highly dangerous and causes millions in losses annually. It lists eight safety rules for storage, handling, and ignition prevention including underground tanks, grounding, no open flames, red painted containers, and avoiding dry cleaning with fuels. Observance could reduce farm fire losses.
Rat Control On Farm Costs and Justification
A farmer with 20 rats spends $40 yearly to feed them, about $2 per rat. Three rats consume feed equal to two laying hens in a year, illustrating a clear case for farmers to implement rat-killing and control programs.
Poultrymen Urged to House Best Pullets for Laying Year
Poultry experts advise housing only the best pullets that will likely produce well throughout the laying year. Keep birds of the same age together for better results, and market underdeveloped or unthrifty chickens. Smaller birds have a better chance when housed by development stage.
Let Holiday Dinner Reflect Gay Spirit Of Christmas Too
Holiday guidance blends festive table styling with traditional dishes. The article lists recipes for Mulled Tomato Juice, standing rib roast, scalloped potatoes, cranberry mold, yeast dinner rolls, and a coconut snowball dessert, plus frosting and garnish ideas. It ends with a note about a toy workshop pattern service from Bedford Hills New York.
Christmas Gift Ideas for Smokers Cavaliers and Prince Albert
Christmas is coming and gift options for smokers are described. Cavalier Cigarettes offer extreme mildness with a festive greeting on the carton. Prince Albert Smoking Tobacco comes in a red and green Christmas box. Both are marketed as ideal stocking fillers and available at dealers now.
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America
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Charlie Caldwell
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