Department of Agriculture Battles to Curb Livestock Diseases
The U S Department of Agriculture declared a state of emergency amid a major animal disease year led by vesicular exanthema VE in pigs. The outbreak raises meat losses and costs, with cross border foot and mouth concerns in Canada and Mexico.
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Washington
U. S. Department of Agriculture
U.S
Canada
U. S
North American
USDA
Mexico
Saskatchewan
Department of Agriculture
New Zealand
England
West Liberty Fair Rules for Livestock and Displays
Officials declare entries in livestock must be in the bona fide owner's name. Fine arts needlework and culinary entries go to the creator or manufacturer. Fruits flowers farm products and antiques must be listed in the name of the person growing producing or owning the item.
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West Liberty
West Liberty Fair
Polk as Only Speaker Elected President in U.S. History
James K Polk remains the sole Speaker of the House to ascend to the presidency. He achieved the unusual transition after his term as Speaker and subsequent election as the nation’s chief executive.
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James K. Polks
House of Representatives
West Liberty Grain and Seed Show Announces Cash Premiums
West Liberty fair announces cash awards for grain and seed exhibits under superintendents West Liberty Fred Steen and Glenn James. Prizes cover best collection of grain, corn ears by variety and quality, hay sheaves, and multiple grain categories with set premium amounts and no second premium if no competition.
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West Liberty
Fred Steen
Glenn James
Skilled Cooks Get Their Chance At Fair's Awards
West Liberty fair allocates Culinary Skill Division L-1 to home baked goods. Regular prizes run 2 to 1 for first and 75 cents for second per classification. Entries include breads cakes cookies and doughnuts with cash gifts for select products.
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West Liberty
Crossbreds Dominate Iowa Hog Breeding Stock Survey
Iowa farm survey shows crossbreds account for 27 percent of sows and gilts kept for breeding with Hampshires at 20 percent, Durocs and Spotted Poland Chinas close behind. Duroc crosses 8.6 percent and Hampshire crosses 9.8 percent of breeding stock. Hampshire-Duroc cross 2.7 percent. The report notes percentages show geographic distribution, not recommendations. Loans on shorn wool under 1952 federal price support are available via CCC through handlers. 54.2 cents per pound grease basis, with transportation to Boston deducted.
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Lowa
Iowa Crop and Livestock Reporting Service
Serve
Iowa
Durocs
Poland
Hampshire
Duroc
China
Hervey Hazen
Iowa Production and Marketing Adminstration
Commodity Credit Corp
Boston
Professionals Barred From West Liberty Antique Show
The West Liberty Fair antique show closes entries at 6 p m Monday August 18 with judging on final day. Only amateurs may compete as professionals or shop owners are barred. sections list numerous antique categories and a limit of five items per entrant.
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West Liberty
Ruth Wagner
Lucy Nichols
China
Ace Auto Stuntmen Vie For Open Stunt Trophy At Fair
At the West Liberty fair the 1952 International Open Stunt contest roars in Thursday afternoon. Stars include Danny Fleenor Ted Devlin Jack Fry and Rocky Fisher. Twenty two top stuntmen from five countries compete for a gold cup and a $10 000 purse.
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Ace
West Liberty
West Liberty Fair
Swenson
Danny Fleenor
Tampa Tornado
Ted Devlin
Des Moines
Jack Fry
King of the
Dive Bombers
Rocky Fisher
America
International Stuntmen’s Association
Hans Bruinkoo
Amsterdam
Holland
J. Lewiston Barron
Marino Sciortino
Yvonne LaCosta
New Orleans
Miss LaCosta
All Cars Must Pay Admission At West Liberty Fair
West Liberty fair rules require all automobiles and trucks to pay admission to the grounds. No vehicle will be admitted free. Idaho possesses the United States' largest virgin pine body.
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West Liberty
West Liberty Fair
Idaho
United States
Pledge to Protect Exhibits at West Liberty Fair
Exhibitors bear responsibility for animals and articles shown at the West Liberty Fair. The Union District Agricultural Society will not cover loss or damage, even with added precautions. Officials provide police protection for autos but not theft. exhibitors should supervise their entries and ensure removal after the fair.
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West Liberty
Union District Agricultural Society
Major uranium source carnotite in United States
The article notes that the main uranium source in the United States is carnotite, a yellowish earthy mineral predominantly found in Colorado, valued for its uranium content.
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United States
Colorado
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