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Newspaper

Clare Sentinel

Location

Clare, Michigan, United States of America

Date

Nov 15, 1946

Page

11

Michigan Farmers Use Telephone More Than Ever Before

Michigan farmers increasingly rely on phone service as a farm management aid. Michigan Bell reports over 53 percent of rural establishments now have telephones, up from 44 percent at year start. Since January, 17,200 rural lines were added, nearing 100,000 total in the state.

Michigan Michigan Bell Telephone Company Theodore H. Dawson Michigan Bell Dawson

Mel Bate’s Fortune and Quiet Life Highlighted

A reminiscence recalls Mel Bate’s northern uncle’s death leaving him a tidy fortune. He enjoys a simple homey life with his missus, friends, and a mellow beer, learning to handle money and people without being pushed.

the Clarion Mel Bate Mel

Rural phone service expands as lines and rural phones rise

Dawson noted ongoing demand for telephone service as Michigan Bell added 6 650 miles of lines and cut parties on 2 280 lines to eight or fewer by September 30. Rural telephones grew 21 percent in the first three quarters, while urban lines rose 12 7 percent.

Dawson Michigan Bell

Vernon Ex tension Club Opens With Lesson On Cupboards

The Vernon Ex tension Club held its first meeting at Mrs. Allen Bauder’s home on Wednesday evening November 6 with eight members present. Mrs. Claud Bailey Mrs. C M Bailey and Mrs. C M Harriger led the lesson Improving Kitchen Cupboards. The next gathering on December 11 at Mrs. Claud Bailey’s will feature a Christmas party and gift exchange. Lunch was served by the hostess.

Vernon Extension Club Allen Bauder Claud Bailey C. M. Bailey C. M. Harriger

Save for Rainy Day Buy U S Savings Bonds Now

Clare county farmers are urged to invest in U S Savings Bonds as a key part of a sound farm financial program. The campaign runs November 11 to December 7, stressing prudent debt levels and long term bond holding under Treasury sponsorship. Robert C. Kleiner chairs the Clare County A A A.

Clare County U. S Treasury Department Robert C. Kleiner Clare County A.A.A

Birthday Night at Rural Meeting with Practice

The next Rural meeting is on November 18 marked as birthday night. Members with birthdays are urged to attend and all others are welcome. The degree team will practice, and the group plans to perform in Coleman on December 3.

Gilmore Center and Church Service Details

Howard L. Krause leads a 10:06 service with devotion and 10:16 communion and preaching at the Gilmore Church of Christ. Bible school at 11:00 welcomes all. Mrs. Mary Gamble’s granddaughter born November 3 weighs six pounds seven ounces as the Gamble family rejoices in Lansing. Bram Seymour loses a cow choking on an apple. A party at Elam Seymour’s home precedes Sunday dinner hosted by the Somers and friends for Arden’s birthday with multiple guests.

Gilmore Church OF Christ Howard L. Krause Mary Gamble Bruce Gamble Lansing Misa Mary Kay Gambie Bram Seymour Elam Seymour C. M. Somers Gilmore Arden Carmen Newman Gene Robert Somers Wm. Hileman Buddy Claire Wm. Case Misa Iva Freeman Marilyn Dillon Betty Somers

Cellulose Coatings Promise Improved Paper Wrappers

New cellulose coatings for paper and cloth offer improved wrapping paper covers magazine spines washable wallpaper and window shades. The coatings provide high gloss flexibility and strong water resistance.

Erysipelas in Pigs Among Farrowed Hogs Warned

Veterinarians note sudden deaths high fever lameness and reluctance to move in hogs likely erysipelas. Two forms quick and lingering exist vaccines help when given soon after farrowing cement floors aid control. Prompt disposal of dog carcasses prevents vermin spread to the wider hog community.

Pasture Nitrogen Program Boosts Yields, Professor Reports

Ohio State University agronomist D R Dodd details a pasture system using fall and spring ammonium nitrate. Trials show 78 percent gain with fall nitrogen and 80 percent with spring applications, averaging 1 700 pounds more hay per acre across 37 farms.

D. R. Dodd Extension Agronomist Ohio State University Dodd Ohio

Know Your Breed Ayrshires By W J Dryden

Strathglass Lucky Puff, a national champion long distance Ayrshire butterfat producer, yielded 189843 pounds of milk with 4 percent butterfat over 5235 days. Originating in southwestern Scotland in the late 18th century, Ayrshires were first imported to the United States in 1822.

W. J. Dryden Strathglass Ayrshire Scotland United States

Cattle Breed Group Formed in 1875 to Preserve Records

A national organization formed in 1875 aims to devote and preserve the breed records. The speaker notes the move could help build morale as mature cows average about 1,050 pounds.

Vapor Based Pest Control Delivers Indoor Plant Defense

Cornell University specialists report azobenzine kills red spider mite on roses and other plants. The method involves brushing the chemical on steampipes as they heat, releasing vapor that quickly attacks pests without constant syringing.

Cornell University

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