Whitman County Farmers Brace for Next Wheat Year
Whitman County uplifts its grain sector after a bumper 1971 wheat crop totaling 13 million bushels and 2 million bushels of oats and barley. The county, known as the bread basket of the Northwest, relies on wheat with irrigation limited and price swings impacting planting and harvesting costs. Colfax remains the county hub as farmers plan for the next season amid tests on pest control and pest district organization.
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Letter on Franco-American friendship and free trade in British Columbia
A Vancouver letter writer argues for strong Canada United States ties with free trade to ease high living costs and taxes. He envisions mutual exchange of goods and argues politicians should pursue closer cross border cooperation. He notes wartime attitudes and praises President Wilson while urging practical, market driven cooperation.
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Star
Western Canada
the Star
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Canada
British Columbia
Whitman County Sees Steady Growth in Wheat Exports
Whitman County presses on with a thriving wheat industry shipping a massive crop annually. Ten million bushels is deemed healthy, a 1919 record reaching 14 million. This year 13 million bushels are considered an old-fashioned bumper yield.
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Whitman County
How to Keep Your Blood Pure and Wholesome
An advertisement touts S S S as a blood purifying tonic to remove waste products from the blood. It claims improved vitality and relief from rheumatism and skin disorders, urging readers to buy the product from druggists and contact Swift Specific Co for more medical guidance.
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