Up Stream Dam Developments Gain NACD Support
The Watershed Letter notes progress on water conservation with Senate approval of the Water Resources Research Act to fund up to 20 million dollars annually for nationwide water research. It highlights NACD efforts, TVA cooperation, and proposed amendments to boost PL 566 floodwater detention capacity from 5,000 to 12,500 acre feet, signaling growing support for upstream watershed development.
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U. S. Senate
HOUSE
United States
NACD
Senate
Burdick
North Dakota
Nearer to the Point of Consumption Food Production
The statement argues that producing food closer to consumers benefits public health strengthens the economy and elevates culture by reducing distance, improving freshness, and supporting local systems. It emphasizes locality as a driver of societal well being and prosperity.
What Becomes Of Our Working Wives Income
West Virginia University home economics specialists report that working wives may retain only about half of their gross income after job related costs. A U S Department survey shows 40 percent of earnings go to expenses such as transportation child care and taxes with babysitting as a major item for mothers of young children.
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Cooperative Extension Service
West Virginia University
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Labor Statistics
U. S
National RAD Committee to Visit West Virginia in May
The National Advisory Committee on Rural Areas Development will hold a quarterly meeting at the State 4-H Camp at Jackson's Mill May 27 to 29. Dr. Ernest J. Nesius announced the group will observe West Virginia RAD implementation and tour six counties Braxton Gilmer Lewis Nicholas Upshur Webster. The visit includes meetings with Governor Barrow WVU President Miller and six county college presidents, plus a panel of resource specialists. The committee, 35 members appointed by the Secretary of Agriculture, supports rural area adjustment, employment and regional growth. Dr. Nesius called the trip appropriate and timely for Appalachian interests.
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National Advisory Committee On
United States
Jackson’s Mill
Ernest J. Nesius
West Virginia Center For Appalachian Studies
Cooperative Extension Service
West Virginia University
West Virginia
Braxton
Gilmer
Lewis, Nicholas
Upshur
Webster Counties
W. W. Barron
WVU
Paul A. Miller
Secretary of Agriculture
Orville L. Freeman
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Nesius
RAC Committee
National Committee
Appalachian
Recreation Use Of Land In Northwestern Virginia
USDA economists report rising conversion of agricultural land to recreation in northwestern Virginia and adjacent West Virginia mountain areas. From 1937 to 1962 nearly half of net land-use change was farm to recreation, with weekend housing shifting toward retirement homes and permanent residences as demand grows for country living and summer recreation. Water and sewage issues emerge with dense development, creating service needs for both seasonal visitors and full-time residents amid nationwide rural expansion.
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USDA
Virginia
West Virginia
America
Corn Prices Seen Rising Despite Yield Prospects
Farm economists and Chicago grain traders expect higher corn prices this year even if the harvest expands next fall. USDA projected a 5 percent rise in corn acres for 1963, while officials worry about livestock production and farm income in the 1964 election year. Hog and cattle markets weakened earlier but improved later, with hogs up to $1.50 weekly gains and steers near steady to higher. Grain futures advanced, led by soybeans, as overall commodity prices firmed on the Chicago Board of Trade.
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United Press International
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Chicago Board of Trade
Walston Co
USDA
Midwest
Chicago
Boston
New York
Foresters Meet In Frankford For WV Chapter Session
The West Virginia Chapter of the Society of American Foresters will hold its annual spring meeting May 16 to 18 in Franklin. Registration starts 6:30 p.m. at Mountain State Motel. Speakers Norris R. Lefty Caryl and G. R. Dick Trimble will open talks and tours as the bill for forester registration gains progress in state law, making West Virginia the sixth state with such a act. Foresters not in the Society are urged to join.
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West Virginia
The
Society of American Foresters
Franklin
Joseph N. Yeager
Mountain State Motel
Route 220
Norris R
Lefty” Caryl
G. R. “Dick” Trimble
Board of Registration
Yeager
Georgia
Michigan
Alabama
South Carolina
Florida
Cheese and dairy prices hold steady in Chicago market
Cheese prices at Chicago were mostly unchanged to fractionally lower. Poultry returns held steady while butter sold unchanged to a cent down. Large size wholesale grade eggs fell up to 11.4 cents, mediums rose 0.5 cent. Potatoes were little changed and onions advanced early in the week as Texas rains slowed supplies before leveling off.
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Chicago
Texas
Two 4-H Clubs Have Exhibits Monday
Workman’s Creek Work ers 4-H Club held its exhibit Monday May 13 at the Work man’s Creek School with judging by William G. Clark Raleigh County 4-H agent. Ribbons went to Joe A. Terry Patricia Matheny Diane Terry Vermonia Stover blue Kathy Toney Carol Stover red Mrs Faith Lewis leads the club. Lester Golden Rule 4-H Club also exhibited with projects scored by Mrs Leona Burns. Ribbons awarded include Carrie Walker Sandra Woolfolk Gay Brewer blue Wayne Terry Eugene Terry Sally Stewart Ivita Lawson Donna Harris Betty Dillion Katy Butcher Thurman Lester Bonnie Hutchison Jacqueline Comstock Ada Hamm Mary Daniel Kaye Jordon Linda Harris red.
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Workman's Creek Workers
Workman’s Creek
William G. Clark
Raleigh County
Clark
Joe A. Terry
Patricia Matheny
Diane Terry
Vermonia Stover
Kathy Toney
Carol Stover
Faith Lewis
Lester Golden
Leona Burns
Carrie Walker
Sandra Woolfolk
Gay Brewer
Blue Wayne Terry
Eugene Terry
Sally Stewart
Ivita Lawson
Donna Harris
Betty Dillion
Katy Butcher
Thurman Lester
Bonnie Hutchison
Jacqueline Comstock
Ada Hamm
Mary Daniel
Kaye Jordon
Linda Harris
Red
A Spider Is The Friend Of Man
A National Pest Control Association expert argues spiders are among the most useful creatures, feeding on insects and aiding human efforts against pests. Dr. Philip Spear notes spiders inhabit diverse environments and pose little threat, urging calm manners when a spider approaches.
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National Pest Control Association
Elizabeth
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Miss Muffet
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Tropics
Sea
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Dr. Spear
Little Miss Muffet
Total '63 Wheat Crop Higher Than In 1962
The Agriculture Department estimates the 1963 winter wheat crop at 884,519,000 bushels, 5 percent below the April forecast but 8 percent above 1962. May 1 conditions show field work ahead of normal. If spring wheat adds 240,000,000 bushels, total 1,124,519,000 for 1963 versus 1,091,787,000 in 1962.
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Washington
UPI
Agriculture Department
Ernest Nesius outlines Appalachian Center aims
Dr. Ernest Nesius presented goals for the West Virginia Center for Appalachian Studies and Development. He described seeking a $4.7 million Area Redevelopment Administration grant to fund facilities, plus plans to base the center on the Evansdale Campus with branches in Parkersburg and Beckley. The center will coordinate university policies, provide outreach, and focus on extension, research, and regional planning to address Appalachian social and economic issues.
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West Virginia
West Virginia Center For Appalachian Studies
Ernest J. Nesius
Cooperative Extension Service
West Virginia University
Nesius
WVU
Area Redevelopment Administration
ARA
Appalachian Center
Evansdale
Parkersburg
Beckley
Appalachian Region
Kennedy warns no substitute wheat program if farmers reject
President Kennedy says there is no alternative wheat program or substitute if farmers vote down the proposed plan in the May 21 referendum. A defeat would trigger a stop gap price support at half parity with no acreage limits, while two thirds of votes are required to approve any scheme.
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Washington
UPI
Kennedy
Orville L. Freeman
American Farm Bureau
Congress
Key To Dairy Success Is Good Management
West Virginia University State Extension Dairy Specialist William L. Northern says good herd management unlocks profits. He notes care from forage quality to milking machine maintenance, forecasting brighter prospects for WV dairy farmers with better efficiency and lower costs. Organic matter improves soil water holding capacity and nutrient supply, aiding crop production.
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William L. Northern
State Extension
West Virginia University
Northern
West Virginia
Coopertive Extension Service
Plan to stock two weeks food and water for people and livestock
Radiation passing through food preserves it while fallout particles in food cause illness. Do a two week supply of food and water for you and your livestock, stored under cover to stay safe and ready.
Neighbors Talk and Lake Stephens Plans Progress
John St Phillips greets neighbors and Lake Stephens, urging completion and proper improvement by the lake authority. He shares a humorous draft call anecdote and notes a West Virginia University science bulletin on calf milk replacer, closing with a playful line to Wolfgang.
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Agricultural Experiment Station
West Virginia University
Wolfgang
Annual New River Hereford Breeders Dinner Honorary Members
Flo and I celebrate our honorary membership cards at the New River Hereford Breeders Association dinner. The event is consistently enjoyable, thanks to the members of the association and the camaraderie shared among attendees.
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New River Hereford Breeders Association
Flo
Truman Lawrence Delivers Direct Talk to Hereford Cattlemen
Truman Lawrence makes a concise talk that targets key points he insists are of real importance to Hereford cattlemen, delivering clear guidance and emphasis on practical issues facing the industry.
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Truman Lawrence
Story of two boys turning from strawberries to cattle
Herb Riggle recounts a tale of two boys who began with strawberries and eventually entered the cattle business. The speaker plans to ask Herb to share the full story so it can be told to readers.
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Herb Riggle
Herb
Hereford dinner tale ends in divided hunt feast
Mrs. Jim Hall bakes a clever cake for George Farmer while a lifelike white faced Hereford bull lies among daisies. George apparently slaughters the animal and shares the meat among attendees. Minor Scott and Margaret split their company between two meetings, guided by a coin toss.
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Jim Hall
George Farmer
George
Minor Scott
Margaret
Minor
Hereford
Which remands me to take a trip near Tablerock Grandview
A brisk reminiscence prompts plans to travel around Tablerock and Grandview. The speaker recalls places and contemplates a journey through familiar local routes and scenery.
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Tablerock
Grandview
Policemen's Ball Echoes Glenn Miller Orchestra
Phil Vogel discusses how the Glenn Miller Orchestra continues after Glenn Miller's passing. The group is being perpetuated to some extent, keeping the music alive for fans and communities.
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Glenn Miller
Phil Vogel
Glenn
Names that outlive their bearers endure
The speaker asserts that certain people's names survive after death and will be applied to thousands yet unborn. These names will be repeated across generations, preserving legacies long after the original bearers are gone.
Punishment for Youths Overuse of Them Cited
A local report notes many youngsters face penalties for using certain items. Officials warn about compliance and possible disciplinary actions. The piece highlights community concerns and calls for enforcing rules.
Punishing Youngsters in Schools Faces Reassessment
A debate rises over disciplinary methods for youth as educators and policymakers reassess harsh consequences. Critics argue for restorative approaches while officials seek balanced standards to curb misconduct without stigmatizing students.
Between You and Me and the Gate Post
A reflective remark contrasts girls as smarter and prettier and boys as taller and earlier wiser than years past, noting noticeable improvements in the younger generation. The speaker hints at optimism about future generations.
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Run-A-Mine
Hereford Days U S A Female Sale in 1964 Planned
Denver special report notes a repeat of the Hereford Days U S A Female Sale in 1964 with February 17 and 18 dates. Plan to sell 350 registered Hereford females and 2 500 commercial females, buyers from nine states and Canada expected, with committees to inspect and limit animals by age quality and pedigree.
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Denver
Colo
Canada
Circular 111 on replacers available at county agent office
The article states Circular No 111 detailing replacer usage is now available at your county agent's office. For convenience you may also request the circular by writing to WVU Mailing Room Ogiebay Hall Morgantown WV. Request Circular 111 by number.
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WVU
Ogiebay Hall
Morgantown
W.va
Discovering Unknown Friends Boosts Moral
The speaker reflects on the comfort of realizing hidden friendships surrounding him. He notes that many have deep local roots, while some move often, causing loneliness as relatives and friends drift away. Discovering these unseen friends lifts his spirits.
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Mmaybe
Weather Forecast Calls For Extended Rain Across Week
The forecast warns of continued heavy rain over the coming days with potential damp conditions across the region. Rainfall may persist for a week or longer, delaying outdoor activities and prompting caution for local authorities.
Beekeeping Visit From State Specialist Arrives in Town
Oscar Dick Jr State Bee Specialist will be in town today for several days. Beekeepers may arrange inspections or ask questions by calling 252 6819 and leaving name address and directions to their locations.
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Oscar Dick, Jr
Coop er Flight Cancelled Tuesday Shocks Signoff
Local note reports the Coop er flight canceled for Tuesday just as someone planned to sign off. Farewell to neighbors. says see you Sunday.
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Cooper
Astrological Advice and Public Health Note
The column warns that sarcasm hurts those you aid and urges calm, one task at a time. It recalls 1947 to 1951 when under five population rose by over four million, marking a continuing surge. A future device could restore heart rhythms by delivering a controlled shock from household current.
Zodiac Day By Day Forecast For Aries To Pisces
Aries through Pisces receive brief daily guidance with cautious tone and plain language. The horoscopic notes suggest diplomatic requests, mood shifts, modest spending, meditation, and a call to rest the mind while urging flexibility and restraint across the signs.
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