Curtis Aggie high school explained in book bulletin
The University of Nebraska High School Agriculture bulletin for 1959 describes the Curtis Aggie program with over 70 pictures in a 36 page brochure. It outlines vocational and college prep courses, dormitory accommodations and costs, and eligibility for any teenager seeking a supervised boarding high school experience.
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Curtis
The
University of Nebraska High Hocal
H. K. Douthit
Curtis Aggie
Conservation On Irrigated Land Problem
Discussion of irrigation challenges in the arid west and methods to reduce damage. Cement lined head ditches prevent erosion and seepage, underground piping protects ditches, and beach leveling improves water control. Adoption grows in Nebraska counties with pilot efforts spreading.
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Asia
Cheyenne
Kimball
Morrill
Scotts Bluff
Conservation practices urged for Cheyenne County farms
County officials urge farmers to adopt practices such as growing close grown crops, shorter irrigation runs, and contour irrigation to conserve water and improve yields. Officials emphasize practical steps that fit local soil and climate conditions while supporting long term soil health and drought resilience.
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Cheyenne County
Alma Heuermann wins $800 4-H scholarship at Nebr.
Alma Heuermann 19 of Phillips Hamilton County Nebraska wins an $800 4-H scholarship from Colgate Palmolive as one of two national winners. A University of Nebraska student in agriculture she served eight years in 4-H with cooking clothing and beef projects. She exhibited 58 items gave 18 demonstrations and 15 showmanship events.
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Alma Heuermann
Phillips
Hamilton County
Cooperative Extension Service
University of Nebraska College of Agriculture
Heuermann
Colgate-Palmolive Company
Chicago
Simplicity Pattern Company
Miss Heuermann
Nebraska Alumni Association
University
National Home Economics
Hleuermann
1911 Legislature Selects University to Supervise It
A fragment notes that the 1911 legislature selected the University to supervise the program or activity in question. The detail indicates state oversight shifting to the university, with implications for administration and governance.
Two Nebraska 4-H Leaders Win State Honors
Jeanene Markussen of Lincoln and Bernard Hecht of Chapman won 1958 state 4-H Leadership honors. Markussen earned an all expense trip to the National 4-H Club Congress and led the Northeast Toppers club, while Hecht, a junior leader in Goldenrod Producers, has earned three college scholarships and led Merrick County junior leaders. Both are freshmen at the University of Nebraska College of Agriculture. the program is run by the Cooperative Extension Service.
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National Congress
Chicago
Garden, Beef and Electric
Chicago Congress
International Harvester
Merrick County
University of Nebraska, College of Agriculture
Cooperative Extension Service
Students Enroll From 22 Nebraska Counties and 3 States
This year students enrolled from 22 Nebraska counties and three states. Inquiries about the school should be sent to School of Agriculture, Curtis, Nebraska.
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Nebraska
School of Agriculture
Curtis
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Illinois
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Tru-Line CO
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Bernard Hecht
Arena
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Oliver Chisel
C. V. Innes Construction CO
Swallace
Frontier
Ane
Ailion
Vibe
FDIC
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