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Newspaper

Polk Progress

Location

Polk, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Sep 15, 1949

Page

7

Ringold Lady Dora Repeats Win As Champion Sow

Ringold Lady Dora a purebred Hampshire owned by Meadowlark Farms of Sullivan Indiana repeated a production registry feat by raising nine of ten piglets to weaning age at 56 days weighing 447 pounds. She joins a unique group as an eight time star sow with 81 pigs totaling 3,183 pounds. Her sixth qualifying litter sold for 4365 dollars, underscoring the sow's remarkable production record.

America Ringold Lady Dora Hampshire Meadowlark Farms, Inc Sullivan Indiana Ringold Dora U. S. Department of Agriculture

Daytimer Frock Pattern 8495 for Youthful Casual Wear

Bright contrast frock with scalloped sleeves offered in sizes 12 through 20. Pattern No 8495 printed perforated pattern with 4 yards of 39 inch fabric for size 14 and a contrasting yardage, plus Fall and Winter Fashion magazine features.

Versatile Adjustable Blade Tool for Farming Use

A new adjustable blade tool from the Cof fing heist company offers year round aid for farmers and gardeners. It acts as a hoe, edge tool, trencher and sickle in summer and as a scraper in winter, with a secure multi position blade. Inventor Fred W. Ceffing heads the company and the tool features heat treated tool steel for extra toughness.

Coffing Fred W. Ceffing

Grain Sorghum Grazing Cuts Farm Feeding Cost

Clemson extension livestock specialist J. T. Graves says grain sorghum as fall grazing is highly beneficial for livestock. It provides grazing when other feeds are scarce and fits well between summer pastures and green winter grazing crops, lowering feeding costs.

J. T. Graves Clemson Extension

Dusting Crevices with an Unused Paint Brush

A tip says a paint brush never used for another task is one of the handiest tools for dusting dust from crevices in carved furniture. The brush’s soft bristles reach tight gaps without harming delicate wood.

How to Fix a Sagging Cane Bottom Chair

When cane seats sag remove cushions and wash with hot water then dry outdoors to shrink. Apply a clear varnish while the cane is almost dry to preserve and strengthen the finish.

Prevent Scratches on Tables with Moleskin and Felt

Instructions suggest lining heavy ornaments and flower pots with moleskin to prevent scratches. Old felt hats can be cut into pieces and used for the same purpose, providing a simple, reusable protective layer for furniture surfaces.

Cleaning Rings With Toothbrush And Bicarbonate

A guide suggests cleaning most rings with a damp toothbrush and soap and water. For heavy tarnish use bicarbonate of soda, dip the damp brush in the powder, scrub the ring, then rinse after cleaning.

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