Art of Beef Judging at State Fair Wins Blue Ribbon
JOAN ISTAS reports Julia Montague’s illustrated talk The Art of Beef Judging at the Kansas State Fair in Hutchinson earned a blue ribbon. From April to September she refined her talk, added posters, and adapted to different judging formats, emphasizing modern beef type, judging, feeling animals, proper card filling, and clear reasons.
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Joan Istas
Julia Montague
Kansas
Ottawa
Hutchinson
Julia
State Fair grooming contest winner James Ferguson recalls Hutchinson trip
James Ferguson of Franklin County chronicled his trip to the Kansas State Fair in Hutchinson where he won grand champion in the best groomed boy contest. He described the drive from Newton with car trouble, the judging criteria at the state level, and his and Jeanne Hazen’s outfits and ribbons. He notes the judging emphasizes posture grooming attitude clothing fit accessories and 4 H activities.
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James Ferguson
RFD 1
James
Ottawa
Franklin County
Hutchinson
Newton
Jeanne Hazen
Jeanne
It's For Everyone 4-H Door Opening Poem
Poem praising 4-H activities by Connie Shaffer and Justine Fredricks. Mentions learning to cook sew and square dancing, inviting readers to join and enjoy the 4-H door. Describes color Far and Near 4-H and inclusivity for boys and girls.
Luminario project brightens Richmond area
Berea Boosters 4-H members make and sell luminarios each year to support the community. Orders are collected by a committee, luminarios are delivered before Christmas, and on Christmas Eve the town lights them along the streets. The club also carols, visiting homes and a nursing home with a small gift after the songs.
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Berea Boosters
Richmond
Nursing Home
Memories Of Camp Remain By JOANISTAS
Janet Coen Betsy Woods Derek Swank and Jimmy Riley with Brian Vining Richmond recall two day Day Camp at Mears Park for 8 to 10 year old 4 H ers. They kayaked swam hiked and tried archery in the two day outing with hot dogs cookies and lemonade on the menu.
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Joanistas
Janet Coen
Betsy Woods
Derek Swank
RFD
Jimmy Riley
Brian Vining
Richmond
Mears Park
Jimmy
Betsy
Janet
Derek
Brian
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Connie Shaffer
Justine Fredricks
Briscoe Drug
Perret Oc
Tam
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Fran
Richardson’s
Luminario Project
By Jon Dunbar
Berea
Rock Springs
Kansas State Bank
FDIC
Levi's
Litwin's
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Allis-Chalmers
S. Main
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