Rabbit Fever Not Big Problem for Hunters
Tularemia or rabbit fever is a serious but uncommon disease. Hunters should avoid slow moving or sick-acting rabbits and wear gloves when dressing game. For safety, handle all game with care and watch for broken skin. National Wildlife Week is chaired by Walt Disney with a March 20 26 observance theme water conservation. The Douglas County Sportsmen push two way radios for game protection. budgets pending. The National Geographic Society notes drastic wildlife losses in Africa.
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Kansas
Walt Disney
Kansas Association For Wildlife
Douglas County Sportsmen’s Club
Farm Items From The Area
County Extension News by Deal Six reports on local agricultural tips and updates including crop care reminders, seasonal planting guidance, and brief notices on pest control and soil health for area farmers.
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Area County Extension News
Seed and Soil Clinic slated at 4-H Fairgrounds
The second annual Seed and Soil Clinic will be held Tuesday at the 4-H Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. to 2 45 p m. Extension specialists in field crops and plant pathology will speak along with Crop Improvement Assn representatives and seed experts. The event includes the film Better Seeds for Better Grasslands, an open forum, and free registration with coffee and doughnuts.
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Assa
Cold Etiquette and Smart Shopping Tips
A column advises keeping colds private to avoid spread, rest during illness, wash hands, and cover sneezes. It then shifts to January sale wisdom, urging thoughtful buying, avoiding impulse purchases, and choosing high quality even at discount. It also discusses colorfast linens and blanket fibers and how nap quality affects warmth.
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Brillat-Savarin
Fertilizer School Draws Dealers and Agents
Fifty five fertilizer dealers and county agents from Wyandotte to Douglas Counties attended the fertilizer school at the 4-H Fairgrounds Tuesday afternoon with thirty seven at the dinner. Dr F W Smith of Kansas State University spoke on fertilizer research for common farm crops. John Miller of the Consumer's Cooperative Assn discussed selling fertilizers by soil tests. Dr Robert Bohannon noted the farmer’s dollar in fertilizer yields the best return. F E Hartzler of Emporia State College spoke on fertilizer business management. The evening program included a questions session.
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Wyandotte
Leavenworth
Franklin
Osage
Johnson
Shawnee
Douglas
F. W. Smith
Kansas State University
John Miller
Consumer’s Cooperative Assn
Robert Bohannon
Kansas
F. E. Hartzler
Emporia State College
Kansas Extension Seeks Distribution of Farm Tax Guides
The Extension Office offers Farm tax guides and Kansas farm account books for distribution. Kansas State University has compiled basic management recommendations for dairy, poultry, beef, and swine production to aid producers.
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Kansas Farm
Kansas State Univer
Terrace Help Boost for Erosion Control and Wildlife
Federal share for terrace construction is up to 70 percent not more than 4.20 per 100 feet with $1 per rod for hedge removal. Terraces reduce runoff and erosion, support contour farming, and require proper outlets. The Soil Bank Conservation Reserve expands wildlife benefits including pheasants as cropland shifts to grass and trees. analysis links increased out of cultivation to nesting success. The program lists crop allotments on CR farms and notes large lamps can mass produce 32 million bulbs annually.
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Midwest
Midwestern
Blanket selection tips on fiber content and nap test
The article advises that 5 to 10 percent wool in a blanket adds little warmth and cost. It notes man made fibers can add softness, but short fibers pull out easily. Rub the surface to check for pilling, pinch and lift to test fiber anchoring, and choose blankets long enough to tuck under the pillow.
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Denice Hawes
Kansas State University
Seven Kansas youths chosen for 1960 IFYE delegates
Seven Kansas 4-H youth were named 1960 International Farm Youth Exchange delegates by the National 4-H Foundation from Kansas State University. Delegates include Gary Lafferty and Harlan Rankin from Kingman and Pittsburg respectively, Connie Clary, Marilyn Hansen, Brenda Morgan, Leonard Munger, and Richard Rankin. Brenda Morgan heads to Finland in April for a six month host family stay.
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Bill Handley
Kansas
International Farm Youth Exchange
Kansas State University
Manhattan
National 4-H Foundation
Gary Lee Lafferty
McPherson
Harlan Ross
Kingman
Leonard Munger
Dodge City
Richard Rankin
Howard
Connie Clary
St. George
Marilyn Hansen
Greenleaf
Brenda Jo Morgan
Good
Land Ross
Rankin
Kansas State College of Pittsburg
KSU
Brenda Morgan
Finland
United States
Acres Out of Crops in Conservation Reserve 1959
Two thirds of cropland acres in the Conservation Reserve in 1959 came from farms where all cropland enrolled. The article notes the prevalence of whole-farm participation and its implications for program effectiveness.
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George Latham
Outboard Boating Club of America
National Association of Engine and’ Boat Mfgrs
Outboard Motors
U. S
Olin Mathieson Chemical Corp
East Alton
Conservation Department
Douglas County
Wanka-Tally Wildlife Association
Leavenworth County Fish and Game Association
The
National Geographic Society
Kansas Seed Dealers Assn
A. L. Clapp
Kansas State University Agronomist
G. Heyne
K-State
Kanata
Richland Falkham
Kstate
Victoria
Webster H. Sill Jr
Oletha Yates
Melvon Wertzserger
Ifye Plan
Hundley
Lawrence
A. V. Phillips
W. Sih
Call Schendel Pest Control of
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Haskeil VI
Amat
Eno
Inlialle
Meee Mt
O. K
Tractor Tire Headquarters
Tsao
Firestone
N.H
Willys Motors
Kaiser Industries
7Th and
Vermont St
Board Motor CO
Lawrence, Ks
Maverick
Moderngas
Nebraska Univ
Nebraska University
Texaco
Kans
Lansing
Hiway
S.F. R.R
Everett Christenson
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