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Newspaper
Manito Community Express
Location
Manito, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1949
Page
2
The Middle West Soil Improvement Committee warns farmers to order fertilizer now to ensure adequate 1949 spring supplies. Shortages of raw materials and overcrowded factories threaten nitrogen stock and production slots. Early delivery smooths shipping, production, and distribution for all grades and analyses.
The Middle West Soil Improvement Committee urges farmers to store fertilizer now for the 1949 crop. They outline winter storage rules including dry barns, raised flooring, stacked bags on a crib, stacking limits, and separate broken bags to prevent moisture damage.
The Middle West Soil Improvement Committee urged farmers to boost yields per acre through careful soil management to sustain 1949 income amid potential price declines. They highlight fertilizer, soil structure, drainage, and organic matter as essential, with crop rotations including deep rooted legumes like alfalfa or sweet clover to raise nitrogen and tilth.
The Middle West Soil Improvement Committee urges farmers to adopt a well rounded management program to restore soil health and boost yields. Steps include lime for acid soils, crop rotation, deep rooted legumes, manure and residues, balanced commercial fertilizer, and contour or terrace methods where needed.
Buyers and sellers raise questions about real estate agents actions on farms. The article explains common misunderstandings and clarifies agent duties, disclosure requirements, and how listings are managed in agricultural property transactions.
The 1921 Illinois legislature defined brokers and salesmen, licensing, and duties. It details how licenses may be refused or revoked for misrepresentation, dual agency, funds mingling, and other law specifics. It notes that unregistered salesmen cannot claim commissions but may still bind principals if authorized.
A legal notice cites the Illinois Revised Statutes Chapter 114 in relation to sale procedures and a purchaser deemed ready willing and able to buy. The fragment indicates a real estate or license matter under statute but lacks full contextual details.
Mr and Mrs Louis Talbott and their daughter from Peoria were guests Sunday of Mr and Mrs Robert Hilling.
Mason County residents bought 5 percent more U S Savings Bonds of the E Series in January than in December 1948. January investments totaled $42,408 versus $40,458 in December. County Chairman Louis E. Herman said the report shows a healthy savings condition and that the January amount will mature at four dollars for every one invested.
Illinois as a whole invested 47100554 in E bonds in January. Arnold J. Raven State Director Illinois Savings Bonds Division U S Treasury reported from Chicago. The January total exceeds January 1948 46024859 and December 1948 32863740, through Payroll Savings Plans Bond A Month purchases banks and post offices.
Local ad for building products at Lawson Building, Pekin Illinois, offering a variety of colors and services. Includes address 215 N Capitel Pekin Illinois and references to John’s riding and tan green options.
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