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Preston Citizen

Location

Preston, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1954

Page

2

Parma Branch Experiment Station Onion Release

A Parma branch experiment station of the University announces release of a new onion variety to the public in recent months. The report mentions development efforts and aims to aid farmers and consumers with improved crops.

Parma

Polio Fund Shortfall Urges Public Support

Basil O'Connor warns the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis faces a 20 million dollar gap that endangers care for 67 000 former patients and ongoing prevention efforts. He appeals to editors to publicize local chapter activities and galvanize support for the Emergency March of Dimes from August 16 to 31.

Basil O’connor National Foundation For Infantile Paralysis Preston Citizen National Foundation

Idaho Potato Growers Urged to Cut Late Crop Acreage

University of Idaho extension specialist Jim Gregory advised Idaho potato producers to reduce late crop white potatoes to 92 percent of 1953 acreage to help prevent price depressing surpluses. The 1954 guides, totaling 373.7 million bushels nationwide, aim to meet demand with voluntary compliance and potential government support only in areas showing substantial adherence.

Jim Gregory University of Idaho Extension Service Idaho U. S. Department of Agriculture Gregory Department of Agriculture Department

Milk Production In Idaho Rises to 1953 High

Idaho dairy output reached about 1 352 million pounds in 1953, up 14 percent from 1952 and the highest since 1944. The 1953 yield per cow averaged a record 6 440 pounds, with output rebounding after declines during 1944–49.

Idaho USDA

Milk Cow Population and Output Trends in 1953

The 1953 average milk cows on farms was about 210 000, up from 189 000 in 1952. From 1944 to 1951 numbers fell from 250 000 to 185 000, while production per cow rose, not enough to offset smaller herd, so total milk production declined.

The One Stronger Than John the Baptist Quote

The words were spoken by John the Baptist about Jesus. They are recorded in the Gospel of Matthew as well as in Mark and Luke. The author began his preaching in the wilderness near Judea. The author was beheaded in Herod's rule, marking his martyrdom.

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