Eaton the new oat variety ready for general planting
Michigan State College breeders announce Eaton, a new oat variety with stiff straw and high yield, will be available next spring. It shows slightly higher state test yields than Clinton, is rust resistant with white grain, and matches top test weights except Huron. Not as well adapted to the upper peninsula. County agents will provide seed sources after January 1. Farmers may write the Michigan Crop Improvement Association for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eaton
Michigan State College
E. B. Down
MSC
Michigan
Clinton
Huron
Down
Upper Peninsula
Lower
Vieland
George Moore
Hisle
Michigan Crop Improvement Association
Farm ‘Crops Department
Hast Lansing
Mich
Auto headlight evolution replaces flame jets in 1909
In 1909 incandescent lamps replaced car bid flame jets in automobile headlights marking a shift in vehicle lighting technology.
Michigan 4-H members win state titles and trip to Chicago
Four Michigan 4-H club members earned 1946 state championship honors in Better Methods, Clothing, Food Preparation and Girls Record activities. Each will receive an all expense trip to the 25th Anniversary National 4-H Club Congress in Chicago, December 1 to 6. Margaret Haviland of Moxee, Doris Rue of Muskegon, Roland Carlson of Daggett, and Alice Ruhlig of Dexter are recognized for top records and significant project work across sewing, cooking, livestock, judging, and leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan
Chicago
Margaret Haviland
Moxencl
Margaret
Montgomery’ Ward
Doris Rue
Muskegon
Server, Inc
Doris
Roland Carlson
Daggett
Westinghouse
Roland
Pbs
Alice Ruhlig
Dexter
Alice
Michigan State College
Roe
Educational Bureau of the Spool Cotton Co
Gilmore Center and Church of Christ News Briefs
Community notes list services at Gilmore Center led by Howard L. Krause and a church devotion at 10 06. Twin boys born to Mr. and Mrs. George Spooner of Lansing. Several families host and visit others over Thanksgiving and upcoming December events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilmore Church OF Christ
Howard L. Krause
George Spooner
Lansing
Ray Jarnian
Isaac Spencer
Ana Mys
Thern. Jarnian
Sunfield
Richard Fields
Harry
Flint
House ‘Lautzenheiser
LaMont ‘MeAlvey
Kenneth ‘Lantzenheiser
Frank McAlvey
Ferndale
Elizabeth Welch
Hol. McAlvey
David Wilson
Ozra Tallman
Manton
Howard Krause
Jack Renner
Guy Perry
Glass
Helen Barber
Farwell
Lewie Cook Home
Franklin Buing
U. S
Marines
Wm. Tanner
Broiler
LaVern Perry
Paul
Franklin McIntire Ad
Libbie Snyder
Archie Riggles
Weidman
Edna Mills
Hiam Seymour
John Shilling
la. Vern Perry
Heat Your Concrete Work In Cold Weather
County Agent Paul D. Gibson explains methods to pour foundations and floors at temperatures below 40 degrees. Heat sand and gravel, use calcium chloride, protect forms with straw or leaves for four to five days, and test hardness with hot water. Extension bulletin 277 on cement blocks is available. Septic tank and insulated milk house plans are also discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agricultural Engineering Department
Michigan State College
New Year's dairy reminder from Uncle Bob on udders and sanitation
Uncle Bob urges dairymen to sanitize cows and handling areas this winter. He advises hair clipping to reduce dirt, movie guidance on a dairy themed film, and practical tips for keeping milk cold and ready, while noting fertilizer and seed shortages for 1947 and wishing a prosperous year.
Kraft Service Bulletin for Dairy Farmers
Kraft issues a service bulletin to dairy farmers of America, distributed as a public dairy industry notice. The document outlines guidelines, procedures, and recommendations for milk production and farm management.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob
The
Kraft Dairy Farm Service
Dairy Farmers OF America
U S S Michigan First Iron Ship Built by Navy
The U S S Michigan later named the Wolverine was the only armed naval vessel on the Great Lakes for nearly 80 years. Built of charcoal iron plates rolled in Pittsburgh and hauled by ox teams to Lake Erie, she was launched in 1844 as the first iron ship built by the U S Navy. Retired in 1926, she lies tied up at Erie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S.S. Michigan
Wolverine
Great Lakes
Pittsburgh
Lake Erie
U. S. Navy
Erie
Home meat care guidance available from extension bulletin
Extension bulletin 151 offers home butchers tips on killing cutting curing and storing meat. It covers by products like sausage bologna head cheese and Hyver sausage and includes a plan for a farm smoke house. A section on home made soap may interest farm wives and the bulletin is free from the county agricultural agent.
Caution to Bulls Handlers on Safe Handling
Caution issued against bulls handlers must not annoy or tease the animal or take chances in handling him. Do not neglect to keep a strong ring in his nose and provide exercise yard and avoid excessive service.
Sitting Posture and Spinal Alignment Essentials
The text stresses the importance of proper sitting posture for many people. It describes a basic position with the trunk and head erect over the pelvis, a medium lumbar curve, and hips and knees bent at right angles to reduce negative effects of poor seating.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Clare Live Stock Auction
Wolverine Stock Yards Co
St. Johns-Clare-Gladwin-Gaylord-Marion-Lapeer
Prince & Co
State Agricultural College
Usda Cooperating
Doris Aue
Alice Rublig
Gilmore Center
A. MM
Bible School
Paul D. Gibson
Clare County Agricultural Agent
Dhia Value
John Martin and Son
KRAFT
Mt. Pleasant
Carlond
Larro
Farwell Mills & Elevator
Fred Siegle
Prop
Farwell, Mich
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