Maryland Farmers Respond to Federal Farm Control Vote
Secretary Anderson studied Maryland farmer reaction to closer federal control of farm programs. A 39,048 mail survey yielded 443 replies, about 12 percent, with farmers unsure how to interpret a yes or no. Four questions showed support for a farmer elected county committee and for consolidating agencies, while opinions varied on state committees and county housing.
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College Park
Secrtary of Agriculture
Anderson
University of Maryland College Ofgriculture
Mm Extension Service
Ted States Department of Agriculture State Committee
Allgriculture
Oil Conservation Service
Agricultural Conservation Program
Secrery Anderson
Congress
St Fall
Fedral
Soil, Conservation Service
Maryland
Calvertounty
Talbot County
Federal
Wif
Herd Report JHIA Records February 1948 High Herds
The report lists cattle weights and producers including D Fry M Garrett and Sons L King M Weirs Raymond Kemp M Anderson and E Thompson. Notable entries show FAT COW weights around 60 to 75 pounds and 450 lb fat cows, with supervisors credited as Geo L Fuller.
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JHIA
D. Fry
M. Garrett & Sons
Onn L. King
M. Weirs
Raymond Kemp
Garrett
M. Garrett
M. Anderson
M. Anderson RJ
M. Anderson RY
King RH
L King RH
D. Fey
L. King
Weepstake
Weepsteak
E. Thompson
E Thompson
W. Randles
EL Carter
Ard Bros
GBIS
R. Kemp
Garden for Freedom guides urban plots to boost food aid
Extension service outlines garden sizes from 1000 to 1500 square feet for city plots, prioritizing greens and tomatoes to maximize vitamin-rich harvests. Plan each row, ensure succession sowings, and avoid bare soil. larger gardens yield more for storage and export. Local agents provide how to and official channels offer information.
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U. S. Department of Agriculture
Associated Press
Washington
Secretary of Agriculture
Terms Of Three Soil Conservationists Up For Election
A State Soil Conservation Committee notice from College Park says the Frederick Soil Conservation District Board of Supervisors has three expiring terms. To fill one seat a petition with 25 names must be filed by March 22 at the County Agent's office or Winchester Hall. Nominees must be landowners in the district. if nominations exceed vacancies, a mail election will be run by the County Agent's office. It lists current petitions for Harry Zentz Thurmont E E Hodges McKaig and Earl Remsburg Buckerstown. The supervisors serve without pay, only expenses, and their duties include surveys investigations and research on erosion, demonstrations, preventive and protective measures, cooperation with contributing agencies and landowners, and enforcing land regulations.
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State Soil Conservation Committee
College Park
Frederick Soil Conservation District Board of Supervisors
Soil Conservation Service
Winchester Hall
Harry Zentz
Thurmont
E. E. Hodges
McKaig
Earl Remsburg
Buckerstown
New Market Women’s Society Meets at Mrs Lease Home
The New Market Women’s Society of Christian Service met at Mrs. Merhle Lease’s home last Thursday with President Mrs. Harey Turner presiding and leading the devotional. Readable portions note involvement by Mrs. Lease and Mrs. Nic.
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New Market W. 5
New Market
Christian Highways in Japan and India Study Meeting Noted
Miss LuciHe Nicodemus led a program titled The Sufferings of God for the World's Distress and Christian Highways in Japan detailing war damage to churches and homes. The India study continued from India At The Threshold with two visitors, one joining as a member. Coin cards were exchanged, Mizpah benediction ended the meeting, and the next gathering is April 1 hosted by Mrs. John Kelly. Mustangs broken to the saddle sold for about 10 to 12 dollars in early Texas.
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Japan
India
John Kelly
RK. D. Sneeker
Doctor Explains Pulmonary Embolism Risks And Prevention
Dr Edwin F P Jordan outlines pulmonary embolism a dangerous blood clot traveling to the lungs after surgery or illness. It forms in the legs or lower body and can cause sudden chest pain blue skin and collapse. Early rising after operation and vein tying may prevent or slow clot travel with two clotting delaying preparations available.
Two Medical Topics and a Fatal Blast in One Page
The article discusses anticoagulants like heparin and dicumaral with ongoing experiments and potential increased use for pulmonary embolism. It also answers questions about whooping cough contagion, noting transmission in early stages and symptoms lasting months. A blast in Waltham kills two workers at Interlake Chemical, with two missing and 25 injured. A portable electric oil well drilling rig is described for depth and mobility.
Weather forecast accuracy noted in reader quotes
The News cites reader comments from Lewistown and Frederick praising weather forecasts as usually accurate. Mrs R. B. Martin of Lewistown says forecasts usually hit it, while others echo that forecasts are usually right, reaffirming public confidence in the forecast guidance.
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R. B. Martin
Lewistown
Reporters Quiz On Weather Forecast Dependence In Frederick County
Six residents including Keller Smith and Mrs Chester Young express reliance on U S Weather Bureau forecasts for farming and daily weather. Responses range from near full trust to occasional doubt, with some noting forecasts are usually right and others acknowledging occasional errors.
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Frederick County
U. S. Weather Bureau
Keller Smith
Middletown
Social Etiquette for Hosting an Out of Town Guest
Advice on making a guest feel welcome when visiting a friend's home. Encourages planning activities and inviting the guest and host to the responder's home for tea to foster hospitality. Emphasizes positive actions over avoidance when entertaining an out of town visitor.
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Grand Rapids
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Alice Feith
National Academy of Broadcasting, Inc
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WFAD
Keith
RCA
CBS American School of the Air
Washington, D. C
William E. Hardy
WFD
Martinsburg
BABY
New Hampshire
Berkebosch
Stonesifer’s Hatchery
Keymar
Taneytown
Ramsburg
Jefferson ST. Ext
Frederick, MD
Chamberlin
Brunswick
Woodsboro
Walkersville
Rerive
Nicodemus Paint Store
North Court ST
Texas
Harry Tinney
Hamilton Ave
M. McLaughles MY
Seiberling
America
Melvin M. Engle
Capitol Rock
Universal Insulation CO
Markell & Ford
Edwin FP. Jordan, M.D
NEA Service
Raymond Marsden Center St
Curtis W. Thomas
Jefferson Street
Waltham
Mass
Interlake Chemical Corporation
Ales
Motorola
Patrick St
Russell Young
Purina
Dr. Salsbury
PEONE
Pearce
Drug & Prescription Service
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RED Cross
the News
Chester Young
Ballenger Creek Road
Francis van Fossen
Hansonville
Arthur W. Peamroy
Shookstown
William E. Miss
Grove Bivd
East Pat. St
Dwell and Garage Inclin
Harp Agency
Pythian Castle
Gordon W. Spurrier
Rep
Lawson Motor Sales
New Market, MD
Farmers & Mechanics National Bank
Member
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
P. L. Hargett & So
South Market St
P. L. Hargett & Co
GUY C. Kline Myersville
Leo Docrdizarr
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