Purple stamp on meat guarantees it's fit to eat
The purple stamp U. S. Inspected and Passed assures safety and wholesomeness. Michigan State University expert says the mark indicates meat originated from healthy animals and was safe to eat at delivery. The stamp reflects a federal program by veterinarians for public health, tracing back to 1891 with the Meat Inspection Division.
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U. S
W. W. Armistead
Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Armistead
U.S. Bureau of Animal Industry
Editor and farm press: editors as friends of rural communities
An editor recalls the tension between crusading journalism and rural realities. A Michigan State officer notes few Ag-Journalism graduates, explaining farmers seek factual reporting over liberal reform. The piece argues editors are crucial allies for farmers and communities alike.
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School of Journalism
Michigan State
Will a Man Rob God Tithes and Time Questioned
A religious exhortation cites Malachi to question church members about tithes and time. It argues the average yearly tithe is 76 dollars and that believers steal time by secular use of the Sabbath, urging self scrutiny before divine judgment.
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Malachi
God
Christ Jesus
Feeder cattle price outlook for 1962 under study
Michigan State University economist John Ferris says 1962 feeder and fed cattle prices may be similar to 1961 or higher if feeder prices stay firm. Detroit steers could average 24 to 27 dollars with early year highs. corn in Central Michigan seen at 95 cents to 1.15 dollars.
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John Ferris
Michigan State University
Ferris
Detroit
Michigan
Plains
Tractor Pulling Brawl Record Entry Highlights Winners
A record turnout filled the tractor pulling event at the fair with a post noon finale. Winners include James Jedele in lightweight, Lloyd Gray in medium light, Harold Jedele in middleweight, and John Marion in heavyweight. four contestants entered the tractor backing event, Dennis Handy prevailing.
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James Jedele
Lloyd Gray
Harold Jedele
John Marion
Dennis Handy
Moisture Levels Key to Quality Silage Harvest
Michigan State expert Stephen Dexter warns corn for silage should run 35 to 40 percent moisture for best dry matter and yield. Later cutting can improve silage quality though wet, well-packed forage is essential to avoid mold and gas hazards from nitrogen and carbon dioxide.
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Stephen T. Dexter
Michigan State University Farm
Dexter
Washtenaw County ASC Receives Extra Allocation for Conservation
The Washtenaw County ASC Committee gains a 20 percent increase, or $13,000, for the Agricultural Conservation Program through December 31. Farmers may enroll in winter cover practices, limestone applications, or permanent silos with dead air space. After silage, keep silo, barn, and areaways ventilated for livestock and worker safety.
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Washtenaw County
ASC
Tri County Sportsmen's League Meets with Reports on Hamlin Lake Trip
The first fall meeting of the Tri County Sportsmen's League will be held at the clubhouse Thursday evening. Five boys sent to Hamlin Lake by the club for conservation training will report on their trip. Residents seeking cost share for drainage practices should contact the ASC office in Washtenaw County Building Room 18, open weekdays 8 am to 4:30 pm.
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Trie County
Sportsmen’s League
Hamlin Lake
ASC
Washtenaw County
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