Farm Safety Week Declared July 25 31
President Truman proclaims National Farm Safety Week from July 25 to 31 urging farms to eliminate hazards. The observance, sponsored by the National Safety Council and the U S Department of Agriculture, aims to reduce farm deaths and injuries and encourage families to remove at least one hazard each. Safety council estimates suggest gains in reduced non work farm deaths and injuries for 1947 if trends hold.
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Truman
National Safety Council
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Ateast
Guily
Fantiler
U41
Artificial Breeding Program Expands in North Carolina
Ex socialist at State College F. Brown reports 22 organized artificial breeding associations in the state with over 2,500 members. More than 20,000 cows will be bred under the program this year, with reports of improved service percentages for February and new technicians joining. Agricultural counties have been contacted with program details and oversight discussions continue.
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F. Brown
State
Spg
Janary
AML
George and Futrells Share Weekend at Nelly Cottage
Mr and Mrs A V George spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs Simon Futrell at the cottage near Nelly. The brief social visit highlighted family ties and local hospitality in a quiet countryside setting.
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A. V. George
Simon Futrell
Nelly
the James Fi
Kiwanis Sponsor Dairying Awards For Roanoke Rapids Youths
Kiwanis Roanoke Rapids awards six registered Guernsey heifers to local 4-H youths in a new annual program. Funds from community sponsors covered four cows while two were donated by Chockoyotte Farms. Winners include Lawrence Best, Wilbur Garner, James Hale, Robert Medlin, Frank Warren, and Robert Gardner. The project aims to boost dairying in Halifax County and make Roanoke Rapids a dairy center. An agreement ensures animal care, breeding records, and return of the first female calf to Kiwanis for future placements.
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Stanual
Oke Rapids
Halifax County
Carolina
National Loan & Insurance Company
Roanoke Bank & Trust Co
Rosemary
Leggetts Department Store
Harding & Grizard, Inc
Wayne County
Isboro
W. L
Chockoyotte Ras
Roanoke Rapids
Agricultural Committee
J. Ed Shaw
W. A. l Thorne
Ned Manning
Henry Loy
Howerton Gowen
Rives Manning
Graham Dean
Kiwanis Club
Chockoyotte Hilrosalie
Cockoyotte Farms
Wilbur Garner
Route Two
Weldon High School
Chockoyette Saillight
Chockoyotte Hilmest
Chockoyette Hilkashbon
James Woodrow Hale
Littleton
Aurelian Springs High School
C. Collins
Cedarock Farm
Salisbury
N. C
New River
Robert Henry Medlin
Halifax
Wakefield Warrior
Cindy
George Watts Hill
Wakefield Farm
Wake Forest
Wakefield Majesty
Wakefield Valor's
Frank Warren
Florham
Kiwanis Committee
4-H Club
Chockoyette Dairy
Roanoke Rapids Kiwanis Club
Roanoke Rapids Kiwanis
Lawrer
Cotton Growers Offered Service in North Carolina
The Department of Agriculture through State College Extension Service offers free services to cotton growers in North Carolina. County agents assist producers, including nonmembers, to join or form cotton improvement groups and receive classification, market news, variety adoption guidance, and sampling arrangements.
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North Carolina
Department of Agri
State College Extension Ser
Rth
Carolina
Keeping Feet Cool In Hot Weather
Four quick ways from McCall's Magazine to keep feet cool this summer. Wash in warm water, use granulated foot soap, dry thoroughly especially between toes, and apply menthol cream followed by powder to absorb perspiration and prevent chafing.
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jor_McCall’s
Halifax Auxiliary Meeting Led by Miss Effie Avent
Halifax Girl's Auxiliary gathered at Miss Effie Avent's home last Tuesday evening with Peggy Webb presiding as president. Miss Jean Bradley led an engaging program followed by a social hour. Ice cream and cake were served to 15 members by the hostess. The note mentions Baby Beet Club work expanding in North Carolina since 1935 and cotton classing by the U S Department of Agriculture to estimate bale value, with free service applications due by August 15 for North Carolina groups.
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Halifax
Effie Avent
Peggy Webb
Jean Bradley
North Carolina
Asheville
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Negro Farmers Hold Ham And Corn Showing
A first annual Johnston County Negro Ham and Corn Show displayed 127 hams totaling about 3,300 pounds valued over 2000 dollars. 57 hams earned blue ribbons, 42 red, 28 white. Extension specialists led discussions as farm families toured exhibits including 13 corn dish and shack product displays by home demonstration women.
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Johnston County
L. R. Johnson
State College Extension Service
State College
Wilon's Mill Club
Good Samaritan Club
North Carolina tobacco crop totals and value for 1947
Raleigh May 19 North Carolina's 1947 tobacco crop totaled 907,161,000 pounds and was valued at $380,848,000, per a final summary by Ray B Converse statistician. The report cites corn meal related clubs and dishes showcased at the courthouse gathering while extension expert Rita Dubois discusses corn meal use and Jack Kelly notes pork production and issues facing farmers.
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Raleigh
North Carolina
Ray B. Converse
Rita Dubois
Jack Kelly
Federal Crop Report Shows 1947 Tobacco Crop Decline
The Federal State Crop Reporting Service notes production fell about two percent from 1946 to 1947, with a crop yield of 927,495,000 pounds and an almost 77 million dollar drop in value from the 1948 crop. Flue cured production reached 892,205,000 pounds, two percent under 1946, valued at 374,513,000 dollars, continuing the large year-to-year decline.
Tobacco Prices Reach New Averages in Reported Year
The年間 report notes the average price for flue cured tobacco last year at 42 cents per pound, with total value amounting to 451,639,000 dollars. The figures reflect market levels and are part of a broader commodity summary.
Farmers Warned On Lightning Hazards Across Farms
W O Davis of the State College Extension Service warns lightning causes 37 percent of farm fires and about $20 million in U S farm property losses yearly. He urges using properly grounded lightning rods and seeking shelter in a rodded building, avoiding lone trees, fences, and machinery during storms. Ground livestock fences every 100 yards and ensure metal buildings are well grounded.
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W. O. Davis
State College Extension Service
United States
National Safety Council
Eastern North Carolina Milk Shortfall Highlights Local Demand
Eastern North Carolina produces only about half the milk needed for commercial demands, underscoring a regional shortfall. Dairy producers and distributors face pressure to bridge the gap as retailers and processors seek stable supply for local markets.
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North Carolina
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