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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1952

Page

8

For Sale and Trade Notices from Hartselle Alabama

Classified notices list 10 pigs from a litter of eleven to David Wallace of Tanner Alabama. Also a four room rental on Caddo Decatur road near Trinity Caddo intersection. Farm equipment including a Ford tractor and implement list. Trade offers include a setter bird dog for rabbit dogs. Also a Farmall A tractor trade for a two row tractor. All notices from James Hembree, Hartselle Alabama Route 2.

Old Trinity Road G. W. Rogers Decatur Alabama O.I.C Poland China David Wallace Tanner Caddo-Decatur Road Trinity-Caddo H. R. Manor T. K. Johnson Hartselle Neel Danville James Hembree John Deere

New White Clover Meeting Set in Huntsville

In Huntsville a meeting is planned next Monday at 2 PM on the Elks building third floor to discuss a drought resistant white clover strain developed at Louisiana State University. Luther Fuller and O H Bowden of TCI will share observations as farmers gauge interest in planting the variety, which may boost the Valley livestock program. seed release is planned for next summer.

Birmingham Luther Fuller Louisiana Louisiana State Elks SCS Louisiana State University O. H. Bowden TCI

Money Grows in Trees Found in Alabama County Report

County Agent L T Wagnon announces a new Extension Service bulletin More Profit From Alabama Broilers by John P Weeks detailing starting feeding management and stock health for broiler producers. Morgan County faced drought and heat in 1952 reducing corn and cotton yields but farmers produced a valued county crops mix and livestock totals.

L. T. Wagnon Extension Service Alabama Polytechnic Institute Alabama Broilers John P. Weeks Morgan County

Watch for Signs of Cattle Grubs in Morgan County Farms

Farmers urged to monitor cattle for grubs as they injure cattle and reduce hides value. December timing recommended for spraying with rotenone, plus 30 day intervals for a three shot program. rubbing dust also advised for small herds and dairy cattle.

Morgan County Drouth

Suil Conservation Notes on Bermuda Grass and Crimson Clover

Bermuda grass and crimson clover provide dual winter and summer grazing for D N Henderson on land near Union Hill. Four years prior he overseeded bermuda with crimson clover and now reports excellent clover stands, nitrogen benefits, and good soil cover. Other notes mention Henry Fowler’s strong rye and crimson mix, Henry Nappier’s inoculation issues, and J B Shaneyfelt’s successful W ditch drainage with a tractor, plus other farmers using similar ditches.

Bermuda D. N. Henderson Union Hill SCS Henderson Henry Fowler Union Hill School Henry Nappier Mr. Nappier J. B. Shaneyfelt Barkley Bridge Road Charley E. Gibson Horace Roberts J. E. Bean Arthur Howell Boonie Drinkard W. H. Anderson

Farm Progress Here and There in Anderson County

A Clemson College professor extols the farm family as the backbone of American life. The Anderson County 4-H Achievement Day draw with 275 participants highlighted county council elections, cattle and dairy projects, poultry, pigs, wildlife plantings, and Camp Cooper participation. Wade Elrod and Polk Aflin Jr. won state honors in soil conservation and broiler production.

Clemson College Jack Williams John Smith America Dr. Williams Anderson County South Carolina Anderson Prgram Anderson County Club Club Boys Sears Camp Cooper Wade Elrod Polk Afslin

Paris Stands Among France's Largest River Ports

The article notes Paris sits high along the Seine and ranks as one of France's major river ports, emphasizing its significance in trade and transport. It highlights Paris as a prominent hub despite its inland location.

Paris Seine France

Forestry Coming Of Age In The Tennessee Valley Area

Willis M. Baker outlines how private foresters now guide timberland owners and wood industries in the Tennessee Valley. Ten years of growth saw major companies expand forestry services and many consultants establish offices, with TVA aiding and many former TVA foresters in private practice.

Tennessee Valley Willis M. Baker Division of Forestry Relations Tennessee Valley Authority

Forestry gains traction in the Valley as landowners invest

A Lauderdale County farmer sells 30 000 board feet after using a forester to select mature trees. L J Wilhoit of the Chattanooga Electric Power Board hires a forester to harvest 650 000 feet on 240 acres. TVA and Valley forestry agencies emphasize private initiative, tree planting, and strong fire protection, signaling forestry coming of age.

Bowater Southern Papor Corporation Charleston Tennessee Mead Corporation Kingsport Champion Paper and Fibre Company Canton North Carolina Cumberland Case Company Chattanooga Nickey Brothers Memphis East Tennessee Iron and Coal Company Campbell Scott Counties Sloss Sheffield Steel and Iron Company Colbert Franklin Alabama C. M. Southall Lauderdale County

Primitive and Advanced Peoples Share Pottery Skill

A note contrasts pottery as made by some primitive peoples with the fact that others in advanced civilizations have not acquired the art. Public notice promotes want ads as a method to elicit results.

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