Lyng visit to Wisconsin dairy region sparks farmer protest
A Jackson County dairy farm visit by U S Agriculture Secretary Richard Lyng drew about 300 attendees, roughly half angry over current farm policies. The meeting featured a 20-farmer Q A session, while Gunderson’s newsletter portrayed a pleasant visit, the writer insisting the scene showed farmers venting frustrations rather than praise.
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Abortion talk and dairy award noted in letters and fair
A reader argues that milk overproduction stems from underconsumption and urges politicians to protect human life while referencing Rep Obey and Sen Proxmire and Sen Kasten. The piece also reports Melanie Freudenthal from Medford Chippewa Falls and Janet Ausman winning Morning Glory Farms outstanding dairy exhibitor award at the 1986 Northern Wisconsin State Fair, chosen by a local committee to promote dairy breeding and management skills.
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No direct charges for Social Security service
A field representative Richard Smith argues that Social Security services are free at local offices and prepaid by payroll taxes. He warns against paid mail order “services” that promise Social Security help for a fee, noting only the office handles accurate, timely information and publications.
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