Fireplace ideas for farm homes as survey shows interest
A North Central states survey reports more than a third of farm families want a fireplace in new houses. Keith Hinchcliff of the University of Illinois advises on heat efficiency with hollow metal linings, safe clearances, and proper damper and flue sizing.
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North Central’states
Keith Hinchcliff
Miinois College of Agriculture
Hinchcliff
Small Homes Council
University of Illinois, Urbana
New Oat Varieties May Replace Half of Clinton by 1954
Illinois agronomist says half the current Clinton-type oat acreage could switch to new varieties by 1954. Missouri 0-205, resistant to crown and stem rust, should be widely available by 1954 and yields as well or better than Clinton in most regions. LaSalle oat may not be common until 1954, and Clinton X Santa Fe is being tested with Clinton traits plus Santa Fe rust resistance.
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University of Illinois
J. W. Pendleton
Missouri
Clinton
Illinois
LaSalle
Iowa
Iowa State College
Cull Laying Flock All Through Season
Extension poultry guidance from Sam Ridlen on year round culling to maintain egg production. Distinguish layers from nonlayers by comb color, vent condition, pubic bone spacing, and molt patterns to maximize profitability.
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Sam Ridlen
Illinois College of Agriculture
Ridlen
Shade Protects Pullets Against Blue Comb Disease
Dr J O Alberts of the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine warns blue comb disease flourishes in flocks with little shade and poor water. Outbreaks rise after hot humid periods with losses around five percent. symptoms include blue combs and diarrhea. Provide shaded, well ventilated housing and cool water, slow grain, and add potassium chloride to drinking water for 5 to 7 days.
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J. O. Alberts
University of Tminois College of Veterinary Medicine
Illinois 4 H ers win Santa Fe travel awards
Three Illinois 4 H Club members with top records will receive an expense paid trip to the 1952 National 4 H Club Congress in Chicago funded by the Santa Fe Railway System. Eligibles must be between 14 and 20 on January 1, 1952 and have at least three years in 4 H Club work. The program is run by the Extension Service of the Illinois College of Agriculture.
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Illinois
Farm electricity needs a check for new circuits
Dean W. Winter of the Illinois College of Agriculture warns farmers to have an experienced electrician or power use adviser review wire size and circuit capacity before adding new motors or appliances. He cautions that the current system may not support planned electrical upgrades on the farm.
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Dean W. Winter
Illinois College of Agriculture
Fire safety wiring tip for water pumps in fires
A historical note advises placing a water pump motor on its own circuit from the main yard pole. In a fire, shut off power to the burning building while keeping the pump energized to supply water for fighting the blaze.
Sunday school attendance and social events in Ohio community
OHIO report notes 20 in Sunday school last week and a well attended fifth Sunday meeting at Melrose church led by Rev. Hiram Wolford. Local residents from Akron, Terre Haute, Kokomo and Decatur attended reunions and visits. a surprise birthday party for Mrs. Grant Hollenbeck occurred with family and neighbors. the Alexander reunion was held at Twin Lakes Park in Paris with several from the area attending. The National Peach Council forecasts 62.4 million bushels from 27 states amid peach crop chatter.
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Melrose Church
Hiram Wolford
Decatur
O. K. Bowman
Akron
Ohio
Alexander
Mary Alice Alexander
Robert Crumlin
Ross Shattuck
Edwards
Terre Haute
Glen Brown
Kokomo
Ind
H. H. Brown
Dorma Hackler
Charleston
True Thompson
Grant Hollenbeck
Vernon Hollenbeck
Palestine
Quimba Norton
Richard
Harold Graham
Marshall
Nina
Hershel Cline
Choc~taw
Carroll
Gard
Carroll Craig
West Union
Crossword Puzzle No. 201 Answer and Clues
Puzzle No 201 presents a crossword with mixed legible and garbled clues. Readable entries include Spanish article and various definitional hints. numerous letters and placements are jumbled across horizontal and vertical sections.
Corn Milk Stage Readied for harvest on query
A College of Agriculture specialist explains ear condition for harvest. When kernels fill, are wet, and milk oozes freely with light pressure, the corn is in the milk stage and ready to eat.
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College of Agriculture
Milk output rising in Illinois dairy herd associations
Average milk production per cow in Illinois dairy herd improvement associations has increased by more than a quarter since 1925, reflecting productivity gains for the state’s dairy industry.
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Mlinois
National Farm Safety Week prompts review of accident prevention
During National Farm Safety Week a reminder to review accident prevention resolutions is issued. The call urges farmers and farm staff to evaluate safety measures and ensure compliance across operations.
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