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Newspaper
Lancaster Farming
Location
Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1956
Page
11
Lancaster County ranks highly across multiple agricultural categories in national standings. It places first in several divisions, including chickens four months old and older, and seventh in dairy products sold with 16 657 000 dollars. The county shows strong figures in milk cows on farms and whole milk sales, signaling continued growth in farming output.
A newcomer notes Lancaster County remains striking through the year. Green fields, timbered miles, thriving agriculture, and well-kept farms highlight the region despite weather shifts from drought to heavy snow. The observer cannot pick a best season, as each offers heartening crop development from plowing to harvest.
The article contrasts attitudes toward returning to school with summer's fade. It notes widespread shopping for school supplies and lunch pails replaced by cafeterias, record college enrollments, and frequent facility expansions. It also reflects on college value and marriages, observing shifts in daughters pursuing degrees and prospects for educated wives.
A Lancaster County grower claims buckwheat sown as vines die helps weed control and yields two crops from the same field. Alfred Fisher of New Providence shows a five white potato curio grown together on his Lancaster farm. Across the sea Swiss peasants fled Lake Maggiore after a storm claiming an angel sighting. Secretary Wilson secretly inspected Omaha meat plants saying they were in good condition. The piece also notes a 1931 cotton farmer earnings and a Chevrolet intro with 20 models priced 475 to 675.
The Lancaster County 4 H Girls' Clubs held contests at Williamson Park with over 100 attendees. The Clay group won most points and received a silver loving cup from Mrs J R Cassel, while a Dress Revue featured girls sewing their own outfits. A separate note recalls a 1931 black duck laying black eggs in New Jersey, as Marvin Snowhite of Bridgeport reacted to the event.
The article discusses assurance of faith from John’s writings. It explains that true Christians need not fear eternal life and contrasts uncertain “I hope so” answers with confident belief. It emphasizes knowing through belief in Jesus Christ and abiding in God as evidence of salvation.
Keystone Conservation Society plans its annual meeting August 17 in Millersville State College. Prof Clarence Bryne, Penn State, is a leading figure with Bryner unopposed for chapter head. A special award for conservation practice will be announced. Ballot by mail by Ralph Harrisburg will pick officers for the year. Joseph Sacco serves as chapter president with a program committee including W C Miles M Wise and Graham Netting.
A mishap at Brady Junction involved John from the union being thrown through a shield as a brandy incident occurred. Brady sustained bruises and his clothing was badly damaged, though he survived with minor injuries.
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