Blue Grass Seed Industry Brings Cash in Sullivan County
An estimated 50,000 industry value compiles from Sullivan County blue grass seed, with about 3000 harvested acres and 50 local workers during peak stripping and curing. Prices average 75 cents to 1 dollar per acre, and potential expansion could cover the entire county for added farmer income.
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Sullivan County
Fred McClaren
Harris
McClaren
Henry S. Fickland
Fickland
Kentucky
Chas McGee and Partner Battle Chinch Bugs with Oil Barrier
According to Chas McGee and John Todd who share corn, chinch bugs sometimes reach two inches deep in post holes. They built an oil barrier between wheat and corn to stop bug movement, with early reports of success and hopes to save most of their crop. Nearby farmer Mr Courtney is also using a barrier to protect corn. The method relies on oil barrier effectiveness and ongoing maintenance. Mr McGee believes the effort will save several acres of corn. Ou is still available through the
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Chas. McGee
John Todd
Courtney
Os Y
Mr. McGee
Letter From Kansas City Kansas City
A 1940 Kansas City reader writes of daily life and politics. He notes Keith’s strong college progress, highlights Willkie as a presumed winner, and criticizes the cabinet. The writer mourns George Peters, praising his character and faith as Browning loses a respected citizen.
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Kansas City
Guilford
Keith
Willkie
Harry Woodring
Kansas
John J. Ingall
George Peters
Browning
First Order
Death
Halerville Visitors List Over Weekend
Last week visitors of Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Young included Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Williams and Larry of Dallas Texas, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Crooks and Norma Jean, Mr. and Mrs. Billie Keeling, Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Crooks and Miss Wilma Young of Kansas City, Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Bruce and Joahn of Chillicothe, and Mr. and Mrs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Young
Curtis Williams
Larry
Dallas
Texas
Jimmie Crooks
Norma Jean
Billie Keeling
Cecil Crooks
Wilma Young
Kansas City
Alvin Bruce
Joahn
Chillicothe
Local Visitors and Illness Update Across Families
Wednesday visitors included Kenneth Young and Russell with the Keeling Williams and Young families. Many relatives gathered for dinners and visits across Shafer Cooper and Mumpower families as health notes improved for Gertie Cooper and Frank Searcy.
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Kenneth Young
Russell
Billie Keeling
Curtis Williams
Larry
Anna Young
Harold Dudley
Gertie Cawood
Harry
Charley
Jim Shafer
G. A. Cooper
Nancy Jerome
Morris Crookshanks
Ronald and
Jerry
Ed Sayers
W. E
Carolee
F. G. McKickle
Marshall
C. M. Nichols
R. F. Gooch
Ralph Creason
Mildred Cooper Pearce
Santa Fe
New Mexico
Frank Searcy
Yvonne Wood
Kansas City
Quiet Independence Day Festivities Mention Local Visitors
Warm weather persists and rain is sought as Fourth of July celebrations unfold quietly in the area. North Salem dance draws attendees while families visit relatives in Kirksville and nearby towns. Fireworks delight youths as residents share visits at the Britton and Riley homes.
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North Salem
H. E. Litton
California
Norris Knifong
Richard
A. L. Knifong
E. W. Riley
Eugene
Jno. Tucker
Wm. Riley
Chas. Newton
Haskell Spencer and Sons
Lyle Britton
Evelyn Brantner
Stanley Riley
Earl Smith
Brookfield
Lloyd Newton
Donald Jennings
Browning
Fourth of July Gatherings Across North Salem
Residents and relatives share July Fourth celebrations at multiple homes including the Smiths Pearlers and Bunch families. Visits from Emma Almond and Indiana guests mark a weekend of meals ice cream and shows with numerous family dinners and Sunday gatherings.
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Cora Carmack
Shirley
Dean Bauer
Chas. Newton
Charley Pearler
Nolan Cassity
Edna Mae
Marceline
T. M. Smith
Charley
L. A. Dickinson
Mr. Dickinson
Emma Almond
LaPlata
Emmaline Carmack
Cora
Gene Moore
Bird Arthur
Oren Jennings
Fay Jennings
Joe Head
Bill
Catharine Bull
Leo Pearler
Herman Allen
Bobby
Corda Bunch
Taylor
Oral Riddle
Bennie
Eldon
Reba Lambert
Bud Dillinger
Winnie Riddle
Salem
Garrett
Purdin
Bernie Brantner
John Lee
Arlo Smith
Herman Smith
Brookfield
Ray Bauer
Ella Cordray
J. E. Lambert
Guy Minor
Ella Minor
Jordan, Ind
Olen Minor
Jo Ann
Wheatfield
Ind
Ladies Quilt For Church Repairs In North Salem
North Salem residents report quilting sessions at the church on July 3 and 8 to make a quilt for church repairs. They plan another gathering on July 17. Local social notes include Geneive Arnold and Earl Smith visiting from KSTC and various family visits and travels around town.
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Geneive Arnold
Earl Smith
K.S.T.C
Monay
Charley Cordray
Brookfield
Ray Bauer
Chillicothe
Walter Smith
John
James McCollum
Dewey Riddle
Arthur Pearler
St. Catherine
Ramah McCollum
Emmaline
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Lighthouse Cleanser
Browning Farm Club
Browning, Missouri
Sullivan
Milan
Says Chas. McGee
Haleville
Pleasant Hill
Mrs. Lambert
Indiana
Betty Jo Deskins
E. L. Arnold
John Cordray
Alma. Deskins
Mr. Deskins
Roy Jennings
May
Donald
Hadley Jennings
Ray Rauer
Citizens Savings Bank of
State of Missouri
Browning Lender Record
United West
Peete Eee
Ee Ries Tee Ae
U. S
County OF Linn
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M. L. Haning
Joseph W. Woodward
A. D
H. C. Bailey
W. P. Nickell
James P. Bolling
K. M. Duncan
Men's Athletic Union
Rockford
Manila
Kellogg’s
Blue Barrel
El-Vampiro
Farmers Store
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