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Newspaper
Lancaster Farming
Location
Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1975
Page
2
Farmers gather for a dinner after barn chores and a long drive to the fire hall where the ladies auxiliary serves a hearty meal. Conversations flow as attendees share greetings and praise the abundant food, with signals of appreciation from waiters and hungry talk about thirds and dessert.
Penn State extension notes a slow real growth in distribution, higher costs, and scattered bankruptcies among supermarkets. From 1974 to 1975 chains earned about two thirds of one percent with a 9.61 percent return on equity, while creditors hold 56 percent of chain assets and convenience stores show better ROI but rising costs may dampen openings.
Through mid 1976 the US agriculture outlook remains strong but uncertain. Grain exports are expected to rise substantially, boosting farm income, while domestic livestock feeding depends on consumer demand and feed costs. Net farm income for 1975 may reach about 25 billion, with record crop output potentially easing prices as exports climb into 1976.
A December 28 1975 devotional lesson reflects on Jesus resisting the devil in Matthew 4 1 11 and urges believers to know their identity in Christ depend on God not self and endure temptation until God sends help. It cites scripture and a John Wayne anecdote to illustrate perseverance.
Penn State recreation specialist Joe Cardenato warns against lone participation in winter activities. He cites fuel savings and rescue help as benefits of traveling in groups, noting risks in snowmobiling skiing ice skating and remote areas where delays could be fatal.
Farm Calendar notes the 60th Pa State Farm Show in Harrisburg January 5 to 9. It lists events including Guernsey Breeders Association meeting January 6 at Schindler's Restaurant Camp Hill 10 30 a.m. and an Ephrata Young Farmers dairy herd management meeting January 13 at Ephrata Senior High School 7 45 p.m. Milking School is January 14 at the Farm and Home Center.
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