Farm Leaders Split Over Bushel Based Wheat Plan
Nebraska farm groups clash over a Denver wheat program proposal by the National Wheat Growers Association. Leaders from Farmers Union and State Grange oppose bushel based allotments, while Farm Bureau critic Charles Marshall questions its aims. University economist Everett Peterson warns policy tweaks may mask broader aims.
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Denver
National Wheat Growers
Farmers Union
State Grange
Farm Bureau
Charles, Marshall
Avoca
Rek
Ton Berck
Lincoln
Rmers
Spidel
Grange
Acre
Ry Marshall
Verett Peterson
University of raska _ agricultural
fMight
Cart
Bruns
Chappell
The
Nebraska At
Assn
Kearney Nebraska Cow Town Raids Ended by Militia
The 1870s town of Kearney, a key cattle trail hub, endured several raids by cowboys. A 1875 attack prompted militia and vigilante action, leading to a captured raiders and a lasting shift as the town organized to deter further raids.
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Kearney
Union Pacific
Ogallala
Sidney
Fort Kearney
Maud Burrows
Nebraska
Milton Collins
Collins
Andreas
Wheat stockpile plans for defense and domestic market
A figure of not less than 1.68 per bushel is cited for wheat destined for the domestic market. A 500 million bushel wheat stockpile is proposed for defense purposes.
Morrill Wheat Growers Association Membership Update
In Bridgeport the Morril County Wheat Growers Assn reports progress toward a membership goal with about 10 paid for 1959 and more arriving daily. Last year’s total was 110, under one third of county growers. Mail has been the main channel. canvassing by committee is planned. all county wheat growers are invited to join at five dollars and three cents.
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Bridgeport
Morril
Wheat Growers Association Seeks Members in Bridgeport
Members are urged to join the Morrill County Wheat Growers Association by mailing a check to Mrs. Donald Kreader, Bridgeport, Box 721. The group collects a three cent per acre assessment from tenants as part of strengthening wheat markets at home and abroad.
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Donald Kreader
Morrill County Wheat Growers
Bridgeport
Junior Stock Growers To Meet Alliance Christmas Get Together
Jerry Adamson president of the Nebraska Junior Stock Growers announced the annual Christmas Vacation Get-Together in Alliance at 1 30 p m on December 20. Junior stockmen will discuss attendance at the National Junior Cattlemen convention in Omaha January 15 17 1959.
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Jerry Adamson
Nenzel
Nebraska Junior Stock Growers
Nebraska Stock Growers
Alliance
Omaha
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