Artificial insemination boosts dairy profits through cooperative breeding
The 48th annual open house at the College of Agriculture outlines artificial breeding with 18 AI services in 87 counties via cooperatives in Breese Monticello and Dundee. Bulls from Guernsey Jersey Brown Swiss and Milking Shorthorn lines promise high butterfat production and potential net gains. Farm leases spray equipment fertility, power and homemaking topics are featured with sessions on fertility and sterility, bookkeeping, dairy marketing and horticulture.
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Rhode
Extension “Dairyman
University of Dinois Agricultural Extension Service
Breese
Monticello
Sind
Dundée
Hotatein
Guernsey
Jersey
Illinois
College of Agriculture
Dean H. P. Rusk
Hay
Gladys Ward
Pauline Park -Wilson
School of ‘Home’ Economics
University of Georgia
Hog lice and mange treated with benzene hexachloride spray
University of Illinois veterinarians say spraying hogs and hoghouses with benzene hexachloride kills lice and mange mites. One spray is usually enough but wait 80 days before butchering or market hogs. Spraying improves weight gain and market prices while reducing swine pox risk.
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University of Tlimo
Farring
Levine
Record Egg Forecast for 1948: Illinois Hens Poised to Break 160
University of Illinois extension poultryman Sam Ridlen predicts a new Illinois egg record in 1948 surpassing 160 eggs per hen based on federal and state data. Through November the state average was 154 eggs. experts advise keeping ventilation, warm water, green alfalfa feed, wet mash, and artificial lighting to sustain laying in cold weather.
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Riddle
Sam Ridlem
University of Ilinoia
Extension Service Poultryman
Illinois
Prompt treatment saves cows with milk fever
A University of Illinois veterinarian warns that immediate veterinary care saves cows with milk fever after calving. He notes most cows respond quickly once treated, but delays can be fatal. while awaiting help, prop the cow upright with hay and avoid giving liquid medicine. Preventive steps include exercise, balanced rations, a six week dry period, and incomplete milking after freshening.
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M. E. Mansfield
University of
Mansfield
Safet and Family Life Feature in Farm Home Week
Rural women will see a Farm Home Week segment on February 2 covering home safety and family living. The program aims to provide practical advice and relatable guidance for households and farming families.
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Safet
Law on the Farm and Written Leases in Illinois
Surveys show about half of Illinois farm landlords and tenants have written leases, but many may operate under year to year terms without automatic renewal. Written leases ensure a 60 day notice period, memorialize agreements, clarify terms, and protect both parties’ interests. Illinois Agricultural Experiment Station Bulletin 465 details legal aspects and can be obtained from the College of Agriculture in Urbana.
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Ilinois Farm
Illinois Agricultural Experiment Station Bulletin
Illinois
College of Agriculture
Urbana
Nazarene Church Announces Weekend revival and services
The Nazarene Church at Plum and Fourth invites Rev Myrtle Bruner Tarr to preach four evangelistic services over Friday to Sunday January 14 to 16. Sunday school at 9 30 morning service 10 45 and 6 30 evening classs with Grace Britt in charge. Tuesday February 22 Home Missions Rally with Dr and Mrs A S London. April spring revival to feature Lela Watson family. Also notes a soil timing materials point and a call for field testing soils for plant food needs.
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Myrtle Bruner Tarr
Marshall
Texas
Grace Britt
Mrs. A. S. London
Lela Watson
Comic writer discusses humor trends amid global tension
Sid Reznick, a veteran joke writer, says audiences crave split second humor as world events cast a pall. He notes neurotic humor grows from stress and that situational lines, not long builds, get laughs, citing examples from his craft and recalling Gov. Folsom’s early New York visit.
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New York
Sidney
Retans
Reznick
Sam
Tas. Ier
Stara
Milton Berle
Sal Jolson
Jimmy’ Durante
Ed‘ Wynn
Phil Silvers
Jim Folsom
Alabama
Police Charge Ex-Sexton In France With Double Slaying
In Bordeaux region, former church sexton Emile Descamps 64 faces charges for killing his wife and a mistress and is questioned about a third missing woman. After an all-night interrogation he confessed, then denied. authorities found women’s rings, handbags, and watches at his home.
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Bordeaux
France
Emile Descamps
Descamps
Marguerite Pujos
Helene Aubry
Mezin
Louis Descamps
Bernary
Déscamps
Trapped Soldier Escapes Submerged Auto After 100 Foot Plunge
NORTHUMBERLAND PA Army Sergeant Woodrow Carr 26 survives a 100 foot plunge when his car veers off a bridge into the icy Susquehanna River. He pushes a door open, escapes, and swims 60 feet to shore with only a few scratches.
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Northumberland
Woodrow Carr
Carr
Susquehanna River
Electrification of Farms Under REA Gains Momentum
The REA was created to extend electric service to rural areas with self liquidating loans, changing farm electrification from a 10 percent baseline thirteen years ago to broad rural co op ownership. Loans run 35 years at 2 percent, with 1947 demand driving REA to over 225 million dollars in lending.
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Congress
Pergong
U. S. Department of Agriculture
REA
Fire Control ABCs for Farmers Expert Advises
O B Copeland of the extension service in Athens Georgia explains farm fire control basics. A survey shows 81 percent of farmers tolerate dangerous hazards that could be remedied easily. He outlines three fire types Class A wood and paper Class B grease and oils Class C electrical and urges using appropriate extinguishers and shutting off power when possible.
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O. B. Copeland
Extension Service
Athens
ABC Fun ‘Damentals
Vused
National poultry plan boosts U S egg yield through program
Albert B. Godfrey of the Bureau of Animal Industry calls the National Poultry Improvement Plan a highly efficient program for identifying multiplying and distributing superior breeding stock. Since its start the national annual egg yield per laying flock rose from 122 to 155 eggs. Nevada joins states in the plan covering about 27 million birds tested for pullorum disease and selected for breeding.
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Albert B. Godfrey
Bureau of Animal Industry
U. S. Department of Agriculture
United States
Nevada
England’s ancient craft of bell founding and famous bells
The article traces bell founding in England to around AD 940 and notes how English bell founders maintain harmony in old peals. It compares weights of famous bells Rig Ben 1834 tons Great Paul 1614 tons Moscow’s 128 tons, and suggests Great Paul as the empire’s heaviest bell.
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England
London
Paul
Empire
Moscow
Iron Curtain
Ten-Beam Radio Guide Improves Air Traffic Control
An American company introduces a device delivering ten radio beams for aviation, five in each direction. Pilots know their exact beam and distance to the next stop, reducing schedule irregularities and airport stacking. Beams operate regardless of weather and can be flown manually or automatically.
Light from Fireflies Lights Weaver Bird Nest Legend
In India legends the weaver bird uses captured fireflies to illuminate its nest. The tale notes firefly light aiding the bird's nest lighting in traditional folk lore.
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India
Evangelical United Brethren Church Service Times
Sunday school at 9 80 a m and morning worship at 10 36 a m. Evening evangelistic service at 7 30 p m. Wednesday prayer and praise at 6 30 p m. Come and bring your bible.
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Trinity
Christian Science Sunday Services and Reading Room Hours
Sunday school at 9:30 a.m., Sunday service at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday service at 7:45 p.m. Sermon titled Life. Reading room open Wednesday 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Public invited to attend.
Cooper Chapel Revival Preaching Begins January 16
Roscoe Moore minister leads revival at Cooper Chapel Church starting Sunday January 16 for two weeks or more with services nightly at 7:00 p m Sunday school at 10:00 a m and preaching at 11:00 a m The general public is invited to attend
Mt Olive Baptist Church Service Schedule and Notes
Mt Olive Baptist Church under Pastor L Haggard lists Sunday school at 10:00 a.m. with Harold Clatfelter as superintendent. Services are held the second and fourth Sundays at 11:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. E T U meets Sunday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Prayer meetings are Wednesday evenings. Agricultural notes follow about soybeans, farm records, and plant diseases with advisory mentions of University of Illinois economics and county advisers.
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Harold Clatfelter
U. S
University of Illinois Agricultural Economics
In Memoriam Adolph Huppert Birthday Remembrance
In loving memory of Adolph Huppert who died ten years ago on January 11. His family recalls a devoted father with enduring love and daily memories. Remembrances keep him near as they miss him dearly.
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Adolph Huppert
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