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Polk Progress

Location

Polk, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1945

Page

7

Salt Box and Pan Holder Rack Gift Pattern

A pattern set offers a Colonial style salt box and pan holder rack with ERIN cup hooks. Includes an actual-size pattern, stencil guide, and step by step directions for cutting, coloring with crayons or paints, shellac finish, and multiple decorative uses. Enclose 15 cents and request pattern 251 by mail.

Spears

Pasture Renewal Urged by University Expert

Paul M. Burson of the University of Minnesota warns that pastures must be renewed as soil nutrients are exhausted by grazing and milk production. He notes nitrogen phosphorus potash and lime are removed yearly, reducing forage growth and grazing capacity, and recommends fertilizing plans using manure or commercial fertilizers.

Paul M. Burson University of Minnesota Mr. Burson

Grain Bag Holder Assembly Instructions

Four pieces 1 by 2 by 36 inches and eight pieces 1 by 2 by 18 inches are required. Nail the short pieces to the long pieces as shown. Use hooks or nails driven into the top short pieces to hold the bag in the holder.

Cannot Judge Milk Cow By Vein Size Says Dairy Experts

Dairy specialists reject the old belief that udder and belly vein patterns predict milk yield. They say records and strong breeding, disease control, quality feed, and modern management raise production. heredity sets potential. Damp litter is not dirty if 6 to 8 inches deep. ventilation is more crucial, though both matter.

Sulphur Feeding Affects Vitamin D Needs In Chicks

Experiments at Texas state experiment station show chicks fed sulphur to control coccidiosis without sunlight require four times as much vitamin D as those fed without sulphur. Chicks receiving two hours of direct noon sunlight weekly fared well, while sulphur-fed chicks in sunlight did not need added vitamins.

Texas State Experiment Station

The Green Bug Strikes

Charles Hobson confronts jealousy as his eight year old nephew admiring teacher Miss Melrose leads to a plan to help paint a basement. After a tense day he returns admitting he helped Miss Melrose and the kids move heavy furniture, startling Helen and Butch.

Charles Hobson Butch Charles Miss Melrose Randolph Speers O. K Helen George Market Street Elm Brennancer

Sewing Circle Patterns Simple Daytime Frock No 1374

Pattern No. 1374 offers a flattering daytime frock for sizes 36 through 52. Size 38 needs four yards of 35 or 39 inch fabric. Due to high demand amid war conditions, some orders take longer. Send orders to Sewing Circle Pattern Dept Chicago with 25 cents per pattern.

Sewing Circle Pattern Dept South Wells St Chicago

Nameless Wife In Farmer Will Prompted By Lawyer

A farmer asks a lawyer to draft a will leaving all to his wife but cannot recall her name. The lawyer tells him to call upstairs, and the farmer shouts Missus Missus Missus, highlighting the comic name loss.

Missus

States Adopt Over 140 Constitutions Since 1776

The article notes that more than 140 state constitutions have been adopted since 1776. It highlights that while some states issued a single constitution, others like Georgia Louisiana South Carolina and Virginia have produced as many as six constitutions.

Georgia Louisiana South Carolina Virginia

Colorful Roofing Sparks House Curb Appeal

Advice on choosing roof color to enhance home appearance. Also tips on leather chair cleaning with sweet milk, avoiding waxed thread in wool stitching, ironing to prevent wax marks, and stain removal with salt and vinegar. A fish sauce tip adds olives for flavor.

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