1956 Wheat Marketing Quota Referendum
The June 25 1956 referendum will decide if the wheat marketing quota and price support program operate for the 1956 crop. Chairman Chance notes that a favorable vote would set support between 75 and 82 percent of parity, with penalties for over allotment. A negative vote means 50 percent parity. Polling places include Kinmundy Salem and other townships with detailed locations.
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Chance
Marion County Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Committee
Illinois
Marion County
Kinmundy City
Meacham
Kinmundy
Omega
Alma
Foster
Carrigan
Patoka
Voter Registration Details For Centralia Township
Polls open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 25 1955 in Centralia Townships. There are 358 known eligible voters.
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Centralia Townships
Farmers Eligible For Conservation Program Despite Allotment
Mr Chance of the local AISC Office says eligibility for the Agricultural Conservation Program now ignores 1955 basic allotments. Farmers who were approved or who did not sign up may apply by contacting the county office at 520 South Washington Salem Illinois, before starting any practice.
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Chance
AISC
Mr.Chance
South
Washington
Salem
Illinois
Wristwatches Rise in Popularity During World War I
The wristwatch gained its popularity during World War I as soldiers adopted compact timepieces for on the field use. Its practicality and ease of quick time checks helped shift wristwear from fashion to functional gear.
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