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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1954
Page
2
The article notes contagious soremouth and overeating disease as major feeder lamb killers. Soremouth is viral. enterotoxemia stems from a gas gangrene type germ. Vaccines exist to protect feeder lambs against both diseases when used properly.
A farmer explains to his son why ice floats and water sinks as it cools. The exchange covers density, freezing points, and why ponds rarely freeze solid, ending with a playful idea to heat only the top layer to save electricity.
Idaho cattlemen, led by Challis president Seth Burstedt, announce a reward fund up to 500 for information leading to arrest and conviction of those stealing or killing members cattle. County committees administer rewards, with final approval by the Idaho Cattlemen’s Assn executive committee.
University of Idaho researchers will focus on marketing and production efficiency of farm products and by products this year. Projects include cost and labor studies for potato handling and analyzing how quality influences prices from producer to consumer.
Hyrum R. Nelson chair of the Franklin ASC warns wheat growers to plant within their allotments as spring approaches. Notices have been sent county wide and acreage will be measured before harvest. Excess wheat triggers a 45 percent penalty of the May 1 1954 parity price unless a marketing card or certificate is presented. Growers may pay cash, store with a bond, store in a public warehouse with a receipt, or turn excess wheat over to the Secretary of Agriculture.
Grain buyers must follow program rules and sign forms at the county ASC office. Buyers risk a U S Treasury lien if purchasing from farmers without a valid marketing card or marketing certificate. They should deduct per bushel penalties at purchase and retain sales records as directed by the county ASC office. A marketing card or certificate proves wheat is free from penalty. The text also oddly notes the sun’s average temperature as 10 000 degrees Fahrenheit.
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