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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1953
Page
6
Farm economist W D Buddemeier says livestock farming breaks even over the long run, with profits only for efficient operators. The piece notes managerial skill as the key to success, plans for pond site preparation, watershed sizing, fencing, and practical steps to reduce costs while expanding production.
A guide argues for keeping a farm plan in adjustment to current costs and prices with minor shifts rather than radical changes. It notes using records and market data, and mentions an agricultural open house at the University of Illinois Campus on September 2 showcasing corn breeding nitrogen fertilizer work and beef cattle feeding trials.
Mrs Anna Behner and Mrs Rosa Statesman joined an all day Good Will Sunday school meeting at Mrs Nina Hogue's home. A pot luck noon meal fed nineteen. Families including Marrs Bridwell White and Statesman visited kin and attended events. funeral for Mr Sharp at Marshall noted.
The States animal sciences laboratory conducts feeding experiments under controlled conditions and a new College of Veterinary Medicine building is highlighted. The open house marks the end of the summer tour series to acquaint Illinois farm families with the College of Agriculture and the experiment station work.
Miss Mary Ewbank Miss Lois Ewbank and Wayne are described as being on a vacation trip in Colorado.
Fifty seven attended Sunday school at Dennison. Rev. Walter Volkers preached at Dunlap at 11:00 a m and Dennison Sunday night. Mr. and Mrs. J H Johns visited Robert Scott, slowly improving, at his son Fred’s home. Mrs Carl Kirby visited with Alpha Jacks and family. Several local residents visited J H Johns. Roxie Hunter visited her daughter in Paris O. E. Taylor was a Sunday dinner guest of Susie Johns. Eva Lowe of Indianapolis visited J H Johns. Lonis Stepp visited with Lavern’s family. Nettie Hollenbeck visited Everett Augustus and family. Wm Parsons and family visited Hurley Parsons and Beulah. Mulching helps save soil moisture in orchards.
The committee thanks everyone who helped make the Versi col Employees Benefit Stay a success. Your support and efforts are deeply valued by all involved.
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