Standby Electric Generators On Nebraska Farms
Standby electric power on farms may be a luxury or necessity depending on operation type. Extension engineer M L Mumgaard notes outages are rare but possible after storms. Size, drive method, and safety dictate choice from auto-start units to tractor-driven portable generators. A practical farm plan inventories loads, plans start sequences, and ensures proper installation with utility approval and regular exercise.
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M.L. Mumgaard
Extension
University of Nebraska
Nebraska
Cub Scout Den 3 Pack 8 and 2 Meeting Minutes
Cub Scout DEN 3 PACK 8 and DEN 2 PACK 90 share meeting notes. April 5 den meeting included nine members, a visitor Kim Peters, and Den chief Gerry Gilgren leading the Pledge. Members listed Green Thumbs for April chores. electives 15–18 discussed with Mrs Humphrey. Mike Humphrey explained Grass Egg-head. Mike Chaffee elected Denner for three months. Wesley Welton to bring treats. Phillip Volkman to lead Flag Ceremony. Kim Peters received birthday treat and departs for Boy Scouts. DEN 2 PACK 90 met April 9 at Mrs Kahl’s home. New denner Don Paxton, assistant Chuck Haupt, and reporter Glen Bennett named. Skit plans for next pack meeting discussed.
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Mike Chaffee
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Wesley Welton
Phillip Volkman
Val Peters
Kim Peters
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Don Paxton
Chuck Haupt
Glen Bennett
First American oil well found in Burkesville scene
The first oil well in America was drilled accidentally in Burkesville by John Croghan while seeking salt. The oil was sold for medicine in bottles labeled American Oil.
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Burkesville, Rs
America
John Croghan
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