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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1939
Page
15
Mrs. 8 E Hardee leads a Halifax County Home Demonstration Dairy Project push for more cows and safer milk. A TB test by Dr Carter linked to a health campaign spurred families to own cows with calf incentives, grazing advice, and strict cleanliness from milking to butter making.
A Roanoke Rapids farm wife describes starting a small vegetable venture to support her home. She expands her operation to supply fresh produce and finds success selling at the local curb market, meeting eager customers.
A gardener describes enlarging a two acre plot and planting continuously from spring through winter. Soil preparation includes manure, harrowing, and sowing under canvas. The author details fall greens, onion sets, cabbage, collards, and a curb market selling system. He notes awards from the Chilean Nitrate Educational Bureau in 1934 35 and 35 36 with state and county prizes, highlighting physical and financial benefits.
The Ringwood Woman's Club hosts a Better Homes Program on April 29 led by Rev. Benjamin T. Brodie who emphasizes that homes require love and unselfishness for happiness. A music program by club members and community children precedes his talk, featuring songs and performances by various local youths and women.
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