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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1952
Page
8
For sale a good gentle saddle horse suitable for children to ride. Contact Boyce Lott near Oak Ridge at phone 3073. A-27.
Local agricultural column notes crop conditions in Eva area south of Union Hill School and praises L G McDonald for top work. Includes multiple farm sale and rental ads listing tractors peaches house equity and livestock with contact details from Somerville Decatur Flint Danville area vendors.
Mac convened a meeting at Eva school with farm leaders including C. T. Cash of FHA C. T. Bailey State National L. T. Wag non Extension Hartselle D. C. Prince PMA Hartselle and Kermit Tucker soil conservation Decatur to discuss action against conditions caused by the drought.
The report notes cattle shipped from Texas on Johnson grass and lespedeza now on commercial feed. They are achieving gains close to two pounds per day, with John and Ed showcasing several fine animals along the Joe Wheeler Highway.
The piece describes behind the scenes efforts to persuade the Governor to address drought conditions in North Alabama. Multiple attempts targeted the Governor's office to secure attention and action on the issue.
The text credits Noble Russell of Decatur with prompting Montgomery to act, turning a slow response to corn hay and pastures into a funded program. His call united the Valley with a court-backed effort, and farm families owe him a vote of thanks for moving the project forward.
The Mt Hope community holds its annual Soil Conservation Picnic with increasing attendance and larger tours. Women of Mt Hope again supply abundant food for guests, making the day a standout event in the Valley.
South Limestone advances water usage plans following a drought period with input from local leader George Braty as the first to speak on the initiative.
Alabama farmers should begin fall crop production now to offset drought losses. Plant extra vegetables and feed crops, save scarce crops by canning and storing, and use best harvesting methods for cotton and peanuts. Cooperation across agencies aims to provide livestock feeds, supplies, and financial help.
The State Alcoholic Beverage Control Board and the Montgomery City Commission warned local beer and liquor licensees to watch their step after numerous complaints. They said a joint effort would be undertaken to maintain orderly establishments.
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