Clare County 4-H Delegation Advances to State Show
A six girl and one boy delegation from Clare county joined by two leaders and the county agent took part in the Northern Michigan 4-H elimination contests. Participants included Joanne Bates and others in dairy and clothing judging with Bates placing second in dairy judging and advancing to the state show August 25 29 at Michigan State College. Leaders were Leo Fitzpatrick and June Dawson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan
Bay-Mason County
Clare County
Joanne Bates
Margaret Penrose
Pat Pudway
Sheridan
Jayde Reinhardt
Mary Ollen Davis
Bonnie Rountree
Joan Conner
Marilyn’ Zelt
Michigan State College
Leo. Fitzpatrick
Arthur Township
June Dawson
Grant Township
Seed Wheat Recommendations From Michigan Extension
Michigan State College extension specialist S. C. Hildebrand advises farmers on seed wheat for fall planting. Soft white and soft red winter wheats are recommended by region. hard red varieties are not. Buy seed from local dealers to ensure dependability and varietal purity certified by the Michigan Crop Improvement Association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. C. Hildebrand
Michigan State College Extension
Michigan
Hildebrand
Michigan State College
Michigan Crop Improvement Association
Local Promise Outpaces Competition In Market Trade
A terse note suggests the subject remains better than any available option and can usually be obtained locally, signaling steady supply and ready accessibility in the area.
Hog bruising losses cited by marketing experts
Livestock specialists cite a 1951 study showing 9 percent of hogs slaughtered were bruised and losses per bruised head at $1.45 in 1931 terms. An earlier study connected 42 percent of bruises to canes whips and clubs. Truckers advise better loading chutes avoid prodding and overloads, and patient sorting to cut farm to market losses.
Very Important Paint in Kitchens of Modernized Homes
In updated houses kitchen paint maintenance supports cleanliness sanitation and household morale according to expert guidance.
Fawley Refinery Opens as Europe’s Largest in 1951
The opening of Europe’s largest oil refinery at Fawley in England marks a major expansion for the UK energy industry. The project positions the facility at the forefront of regional refining capacity and economic activity.
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Europe
Fawley
Eng
Farm Building Preservation Through Proper Painting
Paul C. Gibson reports Glare County farm planning emphasizes painting as a defense against weathering to keep farm buildings attractive. MSU expert R T Madox warns high material costs make quality paint a better investment. priming new wood and moisture control are key.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul C. Gibson
Glare
R. TL. Maddox
Michigan State College Agricultural Engineer
Maddox
Water pressure and hot water needs for automatic washers
Rural homemakers should check water pressure and hot water supply before buying an automatic washer. Michigan State College specialist Lucile Ketchum reports washer water needs from 26 to 52 gallons per load with 16 to 25 pounds of pressure, and hot water use of 16 to 35 gallons. A 30 gallon heater suffices for one or two loads weekly, but a 50 gallon heater may be needed for more frequent use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucile Betchem
Michigan State College Home Management
Miss Ketchum
Ohio Experiment Station
Fifty 4 H Club Members Judge Livestock Bi Clare And Gladwin
Fifty 4 H club members from Clare and Gladwin counties gathered at the Cornwell Ranch for an annual livestock judging day. They evaluated Holstein cows Hereford steers Hampshire sheep and riding horses with county agents and guests including John Baker and Holland exchange delegate Hendrick. Prize awards included leather halters and a lariat as top scorers were Pat Pudvay Joanne Bates and Leroy Powley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iffy 4-H
Clare
Gladwin
Cornwell Ranch
Johnston
Carolyn
Billy Carter
Gerrit Hamstra
Colonville
Hampshire
Carolyn Carter
John Baker
Gratiot County
Gibson
Huggett
Baker
Holland
Hendrick
Ley
International Farm Youth Exchange
Michigan
Arkansas
Clare County
Gaylord
Joanne Bates
Pat Pudvay
Margaret Penrose
Sheridan Township
Mrs. Garter
Leroy Powley
Gladwin County
Erosion concerns and haying gains in Isabella County Soil News
Dan Balog and Gus Bronson report County farmer LeRoy Hesson harvested 50 bushels of wheat per acre with ammonium nitrate broadcast this spring. A German student and extension men remark on erosion while Jim Beutler and Bill Brewer apply 100 pounds of nitrate per acre. The Isa bella air tour praises clear skies and standing grain as Al Hansen notes flood damage and ducks in the wheat field. Courser plans include 145 acres of crop and pasture land needing lime and waterways with potholes drained and seeded to canary grass.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gus Bronson
Co-op
Mt. Pleasant
LeRoy Hesson
Deerfield Township
Wilson Bader
Jim Beutler
U.S. Soil Conservation Service
Jim
Bill Brewer
B. C. Mellencamp
Isabella Soil Conservation District
Lansing
Lake Michigan
al Hansen
Farmers’ Home Administration
Island Bard
Ernest Courser
Courser
Pazo Relief Claimed For Piles In San Gabriel Note
Mrs. F. M. H. of San Gabriel California reports daily torment from piles and praises Pazo as providing instant relief from itching and pain. The ad describes soothing, softening, and drying effects and touts a suppository form for rapid application.
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Paul D. Gibson
A. D. Austin
McEwan St
Clare, Mich
K. Hammerberg
M.D
McEwan Sr
DR. N. B. Stirling
Dunlop
Hast City Limits
R. H. Strange
M.D. and Associates
Dr. N. V. Colwell
Midland
Bob’s Sales
DE Soto
Plymouth
DR. H. J. Ballard
Mast Fourth St
Mich
J. P. Calvird
Osteopathic
McHwan St
Anderson’s Drug Store
G. C. Born Chiropractor
Fifth Street
Optometrist
Ryes
Offich
Hclare
Ute’s Jewelry
Harold Sprague
Republican
Clare County Agricultural Agent
Soil Conservation — Service
By Dan Balog
Isabella County Farm Planner
Germany
B. G. Mellencamp
St By the Best Farm
Credit
Federal Land Bank Loan
National Farm Loan
Ase
N. ‘Evert, Michigan
YS Fen Tam
Joe A
Northwestern Department Store
ALL Childrens Summer Shoes
Oxfords
AAA
Little Childrens
Infants and Childrens Polo
Womens Bayon
Feller's
FBI
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