Farmers urged to claim hog bonus certificates and dairy talks
The notice lists deputy names for hog bonus certificates and explains per hundred pounds bonuses on hogs shipped from tuberculosis accredited counties. Polk County figures show 1926 hog shipments earning over $5,580 above market price, with notes on record-keeping and dairy meetings led by M L Flack and P W Stewart to improve feeding and alfalfa/cow nutrition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornish
Selby
Ernest Oppliger
Columbus
Polk County
Omaha
Nebraska City
St. Joseph
Kansas City
Kansas Ciy
Park County
Farmers Install Water Systems in Nebraska Farms
About 40 farm homes in Nebraska have running water thanks to the Convenient Kitchen project of the agricultural extension service. Systems range from a $22.40 pitcher pump to a $650 complete setup, with many homes getting bathrooms and full fixtures to resemble city comforts. In 1926, 300 community leaders were trained in nine counties on water system installation, with plans for more installations in 1927 and across other counties as funding allows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
Agricultural Extension Service
John Prien
Valley
H E Glenn
Hall County
Yosemite Bears Immune To Tear Gas In Park Tests
Popular Mechanics Magazine reports Yosemite bears resist tear gas used to deter depredations by workmen and rangers. A black bear exposed to concentrated gas showed no discomfort or blinking, prompting the park service to seek safer control methods without injuring wildlife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yosemite National Park
National Park Service
Chemical Warfare Service
Yosemite
Popular Mechanics Magazine
Mexico Creates System of Federal Good Roads
The Mexican congress created a federal roads system by act in March 1925. A tax of three centavos per liter on gasoline and tobacco taxes fund the program, with monthly shortfalls covered by treasury notes if needed. The plan targets 1,357 miles mainly north south from Laredo to Mexico City to Acapulco, aided by about 25,000 automobiles concentrated in Mexico City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress of Mexico
Federal
Treasury Department
Laredo
Mexico City
Acapulco
Republic
City
Victory Highway to Run Through Mountain Tube
The Moffat tunnel commission awarded a two mile railroad bed contract linking the Moffat railroad to the tunnel west portals in Colorado. The new road crosses the Pruser River and the Victory highway on a bridge, easing access. Once finished the tunnel will carry trains and automobiles, removing two high passes of the continental divide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moffat Tunnel Commission
Colorado
Moffat Railroad
Moffat Road
Pruser River
Victory Highway
Wide Highways Adopted to Boost Safety and Traffic Flow
Discussion at the 19.6 convention of road builders in Chicago prompts nationwide adoption of wider highways to protect motorists and ease congestion. Lincoln Journal notes increased automobile use and highlights state political coverage and subscription offers for Nebraska readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Chicago
T. Henry
American Toad Builders’ Association
Quinday
Lincoln Journal previews legislative session issues
The Lincoln State Journal outlines a timely preview as the legislature aims for a full ninety day session. Key topics include road improvement, gas tax, and general tax questions likely to interest every citizen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln State Journal
Capitol
Free envelopes with subscription offer ends February first
A county paper promotes renewals by giving 100 printed full size envelopes with name and address in the corner for each new or old subscription. The deal is available now but withdrawn February 1, encouraging readers to renew promptly.
Amended Articles Cement Leadership Roles at Mickey Company Meeting
At the regular stockholders meeting of John H. Mickey Company Incorporated in Osceola Nebraska on January 19 1927 Article 4 was amended to state that directors elect a President four Vice Presidents a Secretary and a Treasurer from among themselves to serve until the next annual election unless replaced. The board may appoint a General Manager and subordinate officers as needed. Secretary and Treasurer may be held by one person. Witnessed by officers Benjamin H. Mickey and Elizabeth Stewart with corporate seal. notices dated January 25 1927 and February 3-10 1927.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Flack
Flack
P. WW. Stewart
Extension Agronomist
Nebraska
Osceola
Scotts Hall
Stromsbburg
Regulace
John H. Mickey Company, Incorporated
Treasur
Wents
Polk County Nebraska Seeks Bids for 1927 Culverts Bridges
Polk County Nebraska Board of County Commissioners will receive bids at the County Clerk office until noon February 4 1927 for labor to erect concrete culverts bridges and approaches in Polk County during 1927. Each bid must include a $500 certified check payable to the County Clerk as forfeiture if the bidder declines. The board may reject any or all bids. Osceola Nebraska January 11 1927. Signed W FILLMAN County Clerk. January 13 20 27 February?
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of County Commissioners
Polk County
Nebraska
Nebragky
Nyton
Osceola
W. Fillman
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Aent
Funes
Lula Burns
Rirs
Herman Thelen
Shelby
Martin Scholz
Robert Mc Beth
Oscenia
W. G. Herman
M. L. Flack
Howard Mortimore
Palmyr
C J Frischie
Scribner
O L Legg
Dakota City
Hey
Omar Wonder
Joc
OLD
MERC
Anderson Chevrolet Co
Lister
Merrick
J. Lindley Heald
Henry Bosch Co
Axel A. Anderson
Duncan
Ce Co
Yosemite Park
Mexico
Mountain
Daily Journal
Daily
Suntia
Associated Press
United Press
State House
Journal
The
Lincoln Journal
Miles
Dr. Miles Medical Co
Frank LE. Johnson
Osceola, Nebraska
Osceola Record
Benj. H. Mickey
Elizabeth Stewart
Pebr
Eppley Room
G. E. Kidder
E. R. Ware
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