13 Jan 1988
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Newspaper
Country Today
Location
Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1988
Page
1
A west side Madison church leads a statewide ecumenical fund to aid farmers facing financial emergencies. Roger Williams says the campaign aims to raise 20 000 to 30 000 in 1988, expanding from a local effort. Funds have previously supported 16 farmers with grants from 400 to 1 600.
The Agriculture Department invites comments on proposed referendum procedures for a $1-per-head beef industry assessment. The checkoff, administered by a 13 member Beef Promotion and Research Board, has raised over $73 million in the first year. Comments due by February 8, with the potential May 10 referendum.
William F. Flynn Jr. named by Gov. Thompson as Wisconsin lottery director predicts May instant tickets to begin while electronic systems and full scale lotto wait for installation. Flynn, 50, deputy director of Colorado lottery, cited potential $145 million first year for Wisconsin and outlined advertising needs and expected delays.
UW specialists advise extra grain for cattle and sheep during sub zero periods while preserving forage. Keep animals out of wind and ensure ventilation if housed, monitor water, and avoid overusing heat lamps or hot boxes while lambing. Veterinarians emphasize wind exposure and condition, noting cattle in good shape can endure wind chills with proper shelter and care.
The National Weather Service in Madison projects partly cloudy conditions Thursday and Friday with a brief flurry risk in the northwest on Friday and a light snow chance statewide Saturday. Highs rise from the teens to the mid-20s Thursday, then reach the mid-20s to mid-30s Friday and Saturday.
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