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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1954
Page
1
Loss of rainfall reduced crop production and farm income across the county. Dairy and beef operations suffered from poorer pastures and higher supplemental feeding costs, while rice remained the major crop with lower prices cutting profits. Improved pasture and management are urged to sustain the agricultural economy.
County farmers face major pasture problems including fertilization, monuments, and wet weather effects. IM Moore notes the need for supplemental pastures and irrigation suitable to rainfall. Local interest focuses on premier pasture crops and practice 25-F-34 adoption by the County ASC Committee to encourage improved forage.
Readable text notes 12 000 acres of cotton in Colorado county during last year. Indicates significant acreage and production potential with bales tied to the area.
A Virginia county story recounts an alligator roused from hibernation by a hunter and shot from a crevice near Lissie. The incident linked to cotton insect control efforts and farmer education, noting pink bollworm counts and destruction work under local offices and agents.
County Agricultural Agent Doyle L Moore and County Home Demonstration Agent Misa Edna Prentice coordinated county wide plans and collaborated on projects. Their extension programs supported rural and urban families, reflecting teamwork and service during the past year.
Four-H girls from eight clubs in Colargde County participate in clothing and food preparation demonstrations. Miss Prontee notes consolidation reduces clubs to fewer locations, with Weimar and Pareshiat schools affected. The groups plan continued clothing work and post demonstrations, with ongoing requests for program continuation.
WE. Lanhart, president, announces that First National Bankers will close Friday December 24 for Christmas holidays. Banking hours resume Monday December 27 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.
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