Lightning hazards on Michigan farms prompt safety drive
Michigan safety expert Richard Pfister notes farm buildings are vulnerable to lightning and fires. A state survey shows 27 million dollars in farm fire losses 1956 to 1959, with defective wiring and faulty stoves each exceeding one million. Pfister urges fall fire hazard checks during National Fire Prevention Week and recommends professional installation of lightning rods and annual system inspections. Grounding rural TV antennas adds protection.
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Michigan
Pfister
County 4H and FEA Beef Program plans for 1961
After a successful summer beef show and sale the county outlines plans for the new year. 4H and FEA members are urged to contact leaders and offices to learn about calib calf purchase, breed options, and lower prices this season. Vaccinate calves per Michigan Agriculture Dept with Dr. Stirling to prevent brucellosis and boost resale value. 4-H achievement set for October 22 at Harrison School with medals to be awarded, and project reports due October 3. Whole milk preferred for veal calves per MSU studies, more economical than milk replacer.
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Joe Johnston
Ronald Schunk
Myron Duntkle
Leo Fitzpatrick
Jay Woods
Lucille Phelipp
Floyd Norcutt
Maurice Rhoads
Harrison School
MSU
Rally Day and Christmas Workshop Set for October Events
The Standish District Home Extension Clubs invite members to Rally Day at Gladwin High School on Saturday October 8 at 10 am. Speakers include Carol Jean Nelson on IFYE Denmark experiences and Catherine Cleveland with a Middle East costume pageant. A Christmas Workshop runs October 12 from 10 to 3:30 in the Courthouse basement with table runners and decorations.
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William Nevill
Dover
Gene Pyles
Community Circle
Harrison Courthouse
Jessie Marion
MSU
Dairy Cows Benefit From Rest Before Calving
Michigan State University's Don Hillman says do not rebreed cows until at least six weeks after calving. DHIA records support six to eight weeks rest for higher milk and butterfat. Keeping cows dry three to four months can reduce milk output by 800 to 1000 pounds. Feeding 2 to 4 pounds of grain with good roughage six to eight weeks before calving aids condition. poor roughage or condition may require 10 to 12 pounds daily in the last month.
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Don Hillman
Michigan State University
DHIA
Hillman
Nine County Rally Day at Gladwin
Rally Day for the Standish District sits in Gladwin High School on Saturday October 8 from 10 am to 3 30 pm. West Branch resident Carol Jean Nelson shares slides on Denmark exchange experiences, Lake 4 H Club presents Fashions on Parade with a 25 costume pageant narrated by Janet Bauer and described by Catherine Cleveland. Luncheon at noon in the cafeteria costs 1 25 with reservations due October 3 at the County Extension office. Public invited.
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Gladwin High School
Carol Jean Nelson
West Branch
International Farm Youth Exchange
Denmark
Lake 4-H Club
Janet Bauer
Lake
Catherine Cleveland
Gladwin County
Pattern ideas for velvet and corduroy dresses
Home economists at Michigan State University advise choosing simple pattern lines with few seam lines for vel vet velveteen or corduroy. They warn multiple pile fabric layers can bulks and recommend loops snaps or hooks and eyes for closings instead of buttonholes.
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Michigan State University
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