Threshing memories and farm notes from Brunner yard
The writer recalls threshing days at Brunner’s with Gust Roberts and neighbors, reflecting on wind of progress from combines, and noting community changes as farming methods shift. Cattle markets trend uncertain with Tuesday surges and Monday dips, while breeding costs rise for bulls at the Southern Illinois Breeding Association.
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Charles Brunner
Gust Roberts
Brunner
Gust
Charles
Henry
Phillip Brunner
Lawrence Getz
Earl Haly
Brunner Yard
Southern Illinois Breeding Association
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