Causes of Tractor Fires and Fire Safety Tips
The article cites seven common farm equipment fire causes including fuel leaks electrical shorts dust or chaff buildup broken bulbs faulty carburetors and improper refueling. It recommends multipurpose dry chemical extinguishers sized to equipment and mounted for operator and ground access with at least 10 pounds on larger units.
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National Safety Council
Miss Loe wen Begins Criminology Work in Modesto
Miss Henrietta Loe wen daughters of the Maple residents, starts as a plain clothes officer in Modesto City police juvenile division. A Sacramento State College graduate with a BA in criminology, her graduation was June 12, attended by her parents.
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Maple
Henrietta Loewen
Frank Loewens
Modesto City
Sacramento State College
Bill
Post Big Bonds on Charges in Shafter Court
Earl C. Appleton posted 623 bail to appear in Shafter Justice Court on charges of driving while drunk and having an open container. Conrad James Thomas posted 812.50 bail to appear in Shafter court July 15 on charges of driving while drunk and having a concealed weapon. Thomas was apprehended by Officer Joe Spears at 4 30 a.m. on the morning of July 5.
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Earl C. Appleton
Shafter Justice Court
Appleton
Earl Appleton
Conrad James Thomas
Shafter Court
Thomas
Joe Spears
1965 Is Year of Decision on Farm Policies
A summary of expiring farm programs and looming policy battles for 1965. Key issues include price support, multiple prices, CCC stock use to depress prices, acreage transfers, and diversions. Dairy soybeans potatoes may prompt omnibus or separate commodity bills. Farm Bureau prepares for policy development in 1965.
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Secretary of Agriculture
Congress
Farm Bureau
Shifts in Kern County Farm Output Rise in Field Crops
The article notes a major shift from livestock to field crops between 1941 and 1963, with field crops like cotton, potatoes, and alfalfa hay driving mechanization and reduced labor per unit. It highlights the growing share of seeds and the rising value of output, forecasting upcoming discussion on Kern County's mixing industry and petroleum.
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Kern
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