Extension group plans county fair booths at meeting
Representatives from South Chippewa Lincoln Center Andersonville Townline and County Line Extension groups met at the Extension Office to draw booth placements for the county fair. Present were Mrs. Ford Salisbury, Mrs. Max Davidson, Mrs. Florine White, Mrs. Clifford Rich, Mrs. Win. B. Day, Mrs. Robert Wilson, Mrs. C. A. Darroch, Mrs. Ethel Acker, Mrs. Stanley Goffnett, Mrs. George Sponseiler, Daisy Methner and Louise Kilashak.
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South Chippewa
Lincoln Center
Andersbnville
Townline
County Line
Ford Salisbury
Max Davidson
Florine ‘White
Clifford. Rich
Win
Day
Robert Wilson
C. A. Darroch
Ethel Acker
Stanley Goffnett
4H Girls Judge Tuesday at Mt Pleasant High School
The Isabella County 4H Club girls held judging eliminations August 10 at Mt Pleasant High School in projects clothing food preservation food preparation and home improvement Leaders included Mrs A Getchell Mrs Ronald Smith Mrs James Cruz and others High scorers will represent Isabella County at the district judging contest August 12 to 18 at Michigan State College Public Speaking and Demonstration contests were scheduled with entries invited from clubs Mt Pleasant August 18 and County Fair August 24 to 28 Special awards include a $10 county dishwashing prize a $5 individual prize and watches and bonds from Carnation Milk Standard Brands and others for top demonstrators and teams
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Mt. Pleasant High School
A. Getchell
Ronald Smith
James Cruz
Ray, Kniffen
Cecil Emery
Milo van Vranken
A. H.,albar
Herbert Travis
Marion Johnson
Isabella County
Michigan State College
Mt. Pleasant
Food Preservation School
Jungeh
Itl
Carnation Milk Company
Oh Dairy—Foods
Standard Brands, Inc
Lloyd Swogger
Guernseys
Linda Townsend
Joanne
Daryl Haenke
Blanchard
Jack Cook
Weidman
Terry Coughlin
Andersonville
State Fair Highlights Dairy Industry Exhibit
The Michigan State Fair will feature a $12,000 dairy exhibit Sept 3–12 detailing the dairy industry from cow to bottle. The display shows hundreds of dairy products and the steps in production, including ice cream and butter, while noting dairy income and milk yields.
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Michigan
Sahta
Complaints Spur Action Against Littering Across Michigan
Michigan United Conservator clubs protested at its annual Petoskey convention, endorsing a resolution condemning dumping of garbage along highways and into streams. It urged law enforcement agencies to enforce laws prohibiting such violations and noted additional complaints.
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Phe
Michigan United
Conservator
Lubs
Petoskey
Algo
Keep Hens Cool In Hot Weather
Poultry expert J. M. Moore from Michigan State College urges ample fresh water for laying hens during heat. He notes birds drink two pounds of water per pound of grain, so 100 hens need about five gallons daily, increasing in heat. Providing shade and a reliable watering system helps chickens stay cool.
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J. M. Moore
Michigan State College
Moore
Hereford Sale Planned at Ionia Free Fair Grounds
The 5th annual Hereford sale will be held Saturday August 14 at the Ionia Free Fair grounds. Ten high quality herds, 30 nesters and 12 cows with calves by side will appear. Cattle judged at 10:00 AM followed by sale at 1:00 PM. Local breeders may buy herd stock sire or breeding stock.
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Sth
Tonia Free Fair
County Agent Notes on Farm Record Programs
Jim Neilson visits Isabella County on Friday August 13 to meet five long term farm cooperators and discuss farm record analysis. Ronald Smith and Walter Smith plan a Big Rapids conference August 16 at 9 30 A M in the County Agricultural Agents Office directed by L A Johnson. Most No 1 D H A members are enrolled in the new B M program using MSU herd tabulations with results mailed to owners.
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Jim Neilson
Isabella County
Ronald Smith
Walter Smith
D.h.ila
Big Rapids
County Agricultural Agents Office
A. Johnson
Michigan State College
Soil Conservation Service News Highlights Local Ditch Work and 4-H Leaders Event
Dan Balog notes cooperative efforts in Dan Balog Isabella County 4-H and district planners. Reports springs at Gatehouse Brothers ditch and pond work at Lawrence Scott and Rich ie Walcott ponds with fertilizer plans and bluegill and bass stocking. Mentions invitation to state 4-H leaders recognition banquet at East Lansing on September 2.
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Gene Bacon
Planner
Gatehouse Brothers
Sherman Township
Lawrence Scott
Broomfield
Muskrat
Raccoon
Richie Walcott
Lincoln Township
Jed Walcott
Dick Wolcott
East Lansing
Michigan
Fleas Thrips Weevils All Mean Trouble
Michigan households face a trio of pests as flea thrips and the strawberry root weevil join fleas. Extension entomologist Ray Jones notes the brownish black insect is mainly annoying and offers chlordane outside the home and surrounding area. Inside, use a vacuum cleaner to remove beetles.
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Michigan
Ray Jones
Michigan State College
Janes
Midwest Planning Service presents corn crib plan catalog
A sample outline details a double corn crib with 16 feet total width, two bays, and a four foot alleyway. The plan supports artificial drying, uses 12 foot studs, and a roof hatch access. Another plan offers an 11 foot driveway and additional corn crib designs are available through county agricultural agents.
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Midwest Planning Service
Midwest, Agricultural Colleges
Pay County Agricultural Agents Afce
Michigan
Isabella 4-H News Highlights Isabella County activities
About 35 people attended a discussion at Ewart Bowerman farm on parasite control and lamb marketing led by John Harrington of the Michigan Livestock Exchange in St. Louis. Topics covered include seasonal weight changes, grain feeding in July and August, and top market weights.
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Ewart Bowerman
John, Harrington
Michigan Livestock Exchange
St. Louis
Harrington
John Baker
Gratiot
Bob's Sales & Service Ad Promises Low Cost Go-Getter
De Soto and Plymouth tires tubes batteries and accessories offered by Bob's Sales and Service. Clare Sentinel advertises an inexpensive go-getter work for 35 cents a week with phone contact for 35.
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Bob’s Sales & Service
Clare
Sentinel
Spray Berries After Pruning Says MSC Advisor
Michigan State College small fruit researcher Robert F Carlson urges thorough fermate spraying on raspberries after pruning this summer to combat anthracnose or cane spot, noting wet weather aided spread. He advises removing old, weak canes and burning the cut canes to control disease and to refrain from cutting cane tips in summer.
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Robert F. Carlson
Michigan’ State College
Carlson
Prune Now Says MSC Expert on Shrubs and Evergreens
Michigan State College landscape specialist Joseph Cox urges pruning low branches and seed heads on flowering shrubs and evergreens. He advises removing injured branches and cutting back about half of this year’s growth to keep plants young and compact.
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Joseph Cox
Michigan State College Extension
Cox
Enough Insurance Better Be Sure
Michigan State College agricultural economists urge checking liability coverage. They warn many farm owners lack protection against legal risks from injuries to others on the farm, as heavy machinery raises hazards for hired help, tenants, and visitors, with highway accidents also a concern.
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Michigan State College Agricultural
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Harry Densmore
Deerfield Center
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Clare Airport
MSC
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Pat Beek
Lone Mance
Leon Dull
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Clare, Mich
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General Motors
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