Illinois Farmers Outlook Letter on 1958 economic view
Washington notes from the National Agricultural Outlook Conference. USDA economists expect 1958 activity near 1957, with private investment dipping slightly but offset by government and consumer spending. Other experts warn of a slowdown in 1958 and 1959, tied to overproduction and falling personal income. Escrow basics explained for real estate deals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States Department of Agrcculture
USDA
Nathan M Koffsky
Department of Agriculture
James W. Knowles
Joint Committee of Congress
Louis J Paradisco
Department of Commerce
Gerhard Colm
National Planning Association
W. Lewis Bassie
University of Illinois
Bassie
Colm
Knowles
Congress
Bagsie
United States
Europe
Fescue Pastures Prove Superior For Wintering Cattle
More than seven tons of sericea lespedeza seed were produced on 400 acres at the Station this fall using three management systems. The best method yielded a hay crop first, then seed, offering even ripening and easier combining with continued pasture value. Cattle are being moved to fescue pastures for winter, as drylot feeding proved costly.
Why Do People Drink Milk
A Michigan State University survey of 101 urban families finds taste the top reason for milk consumption. Other factors include high food value and health benefits. Geraldine Acker advises the rule of three C s and a D to preserve flavor: clean cold covered and dark.
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Michigan State University
Geraldine Acker
University Ofllinois
County Line Social Notes Move Through Indiana Towns
Mr and Mrs Joe McCrory and daughter Arlene shopped in Terre Haute last week. Everett Ralston called on Mr and Mrs Cyrus Evans. Wilbur Reynolds and daughter visited relatives in Gary Indiana. Harold Clatfe Key and family saw Ray Drake and Kay Leasure on Friday. Kay Leasure spent Saturday with Ester Leasure. Alva Janney Rev Baldridge Jean Cornwell plus Mike visited with Alva Wells Thursday afternoon.
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Joe McCrory
Arlene
Terre Haute
Everett Ralston
Cyrus Evans
Wilbur Reynolds
Gary
Indiana
Harold
Clatfe Key
Ray Drake
Kay Leasure
Ester Leasure
Alva Janney
Baldridge
Jean Cornwell
Mike
Mia
Alva Wells
Order Trees Now for Spring Planting in Illinois
Forester W Bulkley of the University of Illinois urges early orders as the State Division of Forestry opened tree sales on September 1. Minimum order is 500 trees for windbreak or garden stock, with red pine, white pine, jack pine and southern pine recommended for regional plantings. State stock costs about one cent per tree. total per acre varies by spacing.
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W. Bulkley
University of Ilinois College of Agriculture
Bulkley
State Division of Forestry
Ilinois
Illinois
Department of Forestry
University of Tilinis
Urbana
Foot and Mouth Disease: Contagion and Control Measures
Foot and mouth disease ranks as highly contagious and affects cattle swine sheep and goats. It spreads via people animals and contaminated materials. Quarantine and slaughter are primary control tools with vaccination losing favor due to multiple virus types and short immunity.
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J. P Kreier
University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine
United States
Canada
Australia
New Zealand
Ireland
Japan
Mexico
Kreler
Make Sure Toys Are Safe This Christmas
Well meaning Santas must ensure toys are safe for children. Adults should pick large, non swallowed parts for crib playpens and use non poisonous finishes. Avoid small loose parts sharp edges and rough surfaces to reduce choking and injury risks.
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O. L. Hogsett
University of Ilinois
Certified alfalfa seed urged for best variety traits
University of Illinois agronomist emphasizes planting certified alfalfa seed to preserve cross pollinated varieties' wilt resistance winter hardiness and high yield. Studies show certified Ranger seed matches true Ranger traits far more often than non certified seed. Taste tests at Illinois find little difference between reconstituted milk and fresh whole milk.
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W. O. Scott
University of Illinois College of Agriculture
Scott
U. S. Department of Agriculture
University of Illinois
Waters and Penwell Re-elected to Farm Credit Board
Waters of Carlinville Illinois and R D Penwell of Palmyra Missouri were re elected for eight year terms starting January 1 1958 on the Farm Credit Board of St Louis The two will also serve as directors of the Federal Land Bank of St Louis Federal Intermediate Credit Bank of St Louis and St Louis Bank for Cooperatives Penwell a dairy farmer is president of Missouri Guernsey Breeders Association Hannibal Production Credit Association Sanitary Milk Producers St Louis and Missouri Rural Electric Cooperative An Illinois farm economist cites potential growth in hog production to 120 million head per year by 1975 amid rising population and output.
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Waters
Carlinville
Wolgar County
M. Pennewell
Missouri Guernsey Breeders Association
Hannibal Production Credit Association
s-Sanitary Milk Producers
St. Louis
Missouri Rural Electric Cooperative
Farm Credit Board of
Pennewell
Federal Land Bank of
Eagles rise above storms as American symbol
An editorial contrasts the eagle and the clam to argue the eagle’s superiority and America’s nature of rising above adversity. It credits the nation with overcoming challenges politically economically spiritually, not dwelling in shells.
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South Pasadenia
South Pasadens
Calif
America
1957 Illinois 4-H champs win trip to Chicago Congress
Three 4-H Club members earned top state honors in Health Dairy and Boys Agricultural programs. Dale Humbert of Livingston wins Health award and a Club Congress trip. Donald Hartter of Woodford wins Royal Agricultural award and a year at UI. Dale Schierbeck of Mason County tops Dairy for a trip funded by Oliver Corp. All carry nine years in 4-H with active leadership and project success across health, livestock, and dairy fronts.
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Chicago
Dale Humbert
Livingston County
Dale
Eli Lilly & Co
Donald Hartter
Woodford County
Don
University of Illinois
Donald
Peoria
Angus
International Harvester Co
Dale Schierbeck
Mason County
Oliver Corporation
U. S
Illinois
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Illinois Farmers Outlook Letter
LAW
James J. Elson
University of
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Morrison
Miss Frances Draka
Marshall Herald
San Francisco
M. M. Reyal Larry
Pat Hooper
Adams, Ore
Bill McDonald Leek
Steand
Penwell
Tri-Ceunty News
South Bend
Dele Humbert
Dale Schterbeck
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