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Newspaper
Saline Observer
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1952
Page
6
Michigan launches two national 4-H awards for 1952, the Bread Demonstration and Entomology programs. The Bread Demonstration aims to teach members to bake breads and related foods and to share skills with others as part of family dietary education.
The program emphasizes poise confidence leadership and speaking derived from demonstrations. Standard Brands Inc awards honor medals to county champions and $50 savings bonds to state winners. In Entomology 4-Hers learn pest protection for crops livestock and home health. County winners receive merit medals while state champions get a 17 jewel watch from Hercules Powder. Twelve sectional winners earn educational trips to Chicago with twelve chosen for a $300 college scholarship each.
The programs are supervised by the Cooperative Extension Service. County Extension agents will furnish complete information.
The Health Department urges careful handling of Parathion insecticide amid spring spraying. Key steps include using a respirator, working in open air, avoiding skin contact, wearing protective clothing, washing thoroughly after use, and seeking medical help at first signs of illness. Officials emphasize wind awareness and proper disposal to prevent poisoning and illness.
The 12th annual $6000 scholarship NJVGA contest is open to Michigan farm youths ages 12 to 21 with at least one year of garden project work in FFA or 4H. Kenneth Osterhout of Michigan State College announced statewide eligibility and noted last year 44 states participated with awards funded by A and P Food Stores. Names of Michigan winners and endorsing organizations were mentioned, highlighting support from national agriculture groups.
Probate Court of Washtenaw County announces a hearing on May 1 1952 for license to sell real estate to distribute estate funds. Notice to interested parties by publication in Saline Observer for three weeks and registered mail prior to hearing.
Despite spring clean up, officials warn of danger as homeowners and farmers seek permits to burn brush and debris. Authorities urge adherence to rules to prevent wildfires and ensure safe disposal of yard waste.
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