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Newspaper
Mount Pleasant Times
Location
Mount Pleasant, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1926
Page
9
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Editorial argues rural health campaigns and nursing visits cut infant mortality from 53% to about 6% in modern times. It credits milk purification, clinics, and education for expectant mothers, urging continued support for county nurses and Red Cross programs in rural areas. It also urges hard work and hustling as key to success alongside public health progress.
John Honeywell and granddaughter Vee returned Saturday from Islingsburg after a week’s visit. Mr. and Mrs. James Stanley hosted Ohio guests over the weekend. W. R. C. picnic at Lake George drew twenty five ladies at the Arnold home. Jessie Wood sent a melon to delight all. Various visits and trips include Paddy, Flint, Royal Oak, Allegan, and Big Rapids, with several residents and families mentioned. An automobile accident northeast of Lansing involved L. Hoag’s car and a Farwell car, minor injuries reported.
The M S C soils department urges wheat farmers to plow promptly to develop a firm seed bed. Prof C I Millar notes early plowing aids compaction and allows time to reduce plant food and adjust moisture. A hastily prepared seed bed harms germination and yields, especially on heavy soil.
The article discusses using soil compaction and a cultipacker to prepare soil and control weeds. It notes weeds consume plant food and undermine wheat health, urging early plowing to prevent weed and grass growth and preserve nutrients for wheat growth.
East Lansing Aug 26 Winners of clubs from three boys and girls camps will ride free to the Michigan State Fair in Detroit Sept 5 to 11 to compete for top honors. About 500 club members will attend with 63 judging and demonstration teams representing both peninsulas. Contest events include dairy and poultry judging, grain and potato demonstration, clothing and canning demonstrations, food study, handicraft, and a health contest.
A terse reflection on aging as a squandered resource. The author laments the relentless march of years and questions the value of time spent in pursuit of youth. The line captures a universal tension between aging and purpose.
East Lansing August 2 The agricultural engineering department at Michigan State College will study how electricity can aid farm homes and farms. Research on a rural electrification project will occur along an eight mile line between Mason and Dansville to show best uses and access for farmers. Delegations visiting MSU will see farmers using electricity and discuss practical applications.
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