Law on the Farm Digest Highlights 1954 Tax Changes
H W Hannah outlines major 1954 tax code changes affecting farmers including due dates for final returns and estimates, treatment of soil and water conservation costs as expenses up to 25 percent of gross income, and new depreciation methods for property acquired after 1953 with straight line declining balance and sum of the digits options. It notes involuntary conversion rules for diseased livestock and election requirements for expense versus capital treatment.
Protein needs vary with roughage in cattle rations
Extension livestock expert G R Carlisle of the University of Illinois notes protein requirements differ by roughage type. He warns against overfeeding protein supplements and outlines balanced rations for corn silage and legume grass silage with grain and hay.
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G. R. Carlisle
University Ofllinois College of Agriculture
Carlisle
Kings of Grain eye world titles at 32nd International Grain Show
More than 1500 grain farmers from 25 states four Canadian provinces and Germany enter the 32nd International Grain and Hay Show at the International Amphitheatre November 26 to December 4. Cash awards total over 2500 with trophies and ribbons. Former international champions from Indiana Ohio Illinois Ontario Michigan and Canada compete in corn soybeans wheat oats and more. The event features a Collegiate Crop Judging Contest with teams from eleven colleges. Regional divisions and eligibility rules govern entries from the United States and Canada with one sample per farm family or firm.
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William Graham
Purdue University Agronomist
Canadian
Germany
Harry Ryan
Walter J. Harper
Newton L. Halterman
Charles N. Fischer
A C. Stewart
Indiana
Williard C. Kirk
Jeffersonville
Ohio
Ben T. Gildersleeve
Hudson, Ill
H. L. Stiegelmeier
Hugh Delaney
English Floyd
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Chicago Board of Trade
American Seed Trade Association
United States
Canada
Hybrid corn could boost Europe and Mediterranean yields
University of Illinois breeder R W Jugenheimer argues American hybrids can double corn output in Europe and the Mediterranean. He cites 1952 data showing 60 percent yield gains with hybrids, notes Europe grew hybrids slowly but rising, and highlights FAO figures and seed production growth through a five year FDA program spanning Norway to Egypt.
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Europe
Mediterranean
R. W.jugenheimer
University of
Food Ae Agriculture Organization of
Ed Nations
France
Netherlands
Belgium
Norway
Egypt
Turkey
Portugal
lower prices noted for grain and roughage sales
The report notes LOWER prices for grain and roughage items with sales higher than before. Carlisle comments on using alternative roughage like straw when quality is low and mentions supplementation designed for roughages.
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Carlisle
Illinois Agricultural Engineer Proposes Farm Building Plan Changes
A university agricultural engineer proposes plan changes to farms to ease handling and improve efficiency. The notes mention staff input and potential costs including a final fee of twenty dollars. Residents and minds are referenced in relation to the project.
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Seadition
Gotherp
Saaia
Ofllinois
Public Notice of Proposed Change in Illinois Telephone Rates
The Illinois Telephone Company files with the Illinois Commerce Commission a proposed change in rates, charges and regulations for all exchanges including Marshall and West Union. It seeks general rate revisions in Local Exchange Tariffs and adjustments in rates and rules. A copy of the proposed change is available at the company office for inspection.
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Illinois Telephone Company
Illinois, Commerce Commission
Marshall and
West Union
General Exchange
The
Illinois Commerce. Commission
Springheld
Dinola
S.ee Seagate
Illinois’Telephone
Company
J. F. van
Vusse
Presi
Towns and Press Agents in Small Communities
A fragment reflects on small towns and media influence, noting residents’ keen interest in local affairs and the city press’s reach. It suggests press agents shape perceptions and the local response to events.
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Belg Bors
Betty Johnson Teases Exit From Show Biz in Hillcrest
Betty Johnson returns home to Hillcrest amid talk of leaving show business after Desert Feud hype. Fans and Mayor Fulcrum greet her as she plans a brief stay before heading to New York, with the town buzzing over cameras and fame and a renamed entertainment committee event.
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Betty
Hillcrest
New York
Betty Johnson
Hincrest
Johnson
Fulcrum
Willis Watkins
Silver
Creek
Crest Girl
Entertainment Committee
Ned Oupare
Dence
Pat Quigley
Fiello
Ranger
Wolee
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