Competition in 4 H split opinions at Chanute workshop
4 H parents at a Chanute Parent Leader Conference debated competition in 4 H with mixed views. Lyon County Extension Agent Alton Malone urged a balance of cooperation and competition to avoid labeling winners and losers and to keep the program fun and meaningful for all participants. He noted blue red and white ribbons set different goals and highlighted dropouts who felt their thoughts didn’t matter. He suggested using peer teaching to boost appreciation of talents and reduce fear of failure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan Istas
Chanute
Lyon County
Alton Malone
Malone
Emergency Loans Available for Three County Farmers
Farmers Home Administration offers emergency loans to Franklin Coffey and Osage County farmers after a severe hailstorm and high winds, with 3 percent loans up to 250000 for actual losses and higher rates for other uses. Applications run to July 20 for physical losses and January 19 for production losses.
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Franklin, Coffey
Osage County
Farmers Home Administration
Secretary of Agriculture
Fmha
Salt Sculpture Fun Ideas And How To Make It
Simple January project salt sculpture guide by Marcia Houck suggests dough shapes for kids and family. Use cookie cutters and utensils to imprint designs, bake in an oven, seal with varnish, and create giftable pieces such as a flower basket. The dough recipe blends flour salt and water and requires careful baking and moisture sealing.
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Marcia Houck
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Franklin County Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service
Ottawa
James F. Winrick
International Harvester Company
Topeka
Kansas
P.O
Kansas City Power & Light Company
KCPL
Ifarm and Road. Tire Service es—Bat* Oe Vee Tires
Scott Service
Wichita
Russ Mendel
Dee Maverick
N. Main
Havoll
Windshield
ANTL
Freete
Sou Wieter
Westinghouse
Iaricar
S. Main
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