Iowa swine testing shows meat type potential at Ames facility
Three key findings emerge from the Iowa Swine Producers Association pilot test near Ames. Breeders can identify excellent meat-type lines on farm tests, but true meat-type lines require matching feed regimens. an outstanding boar weighed 240 pounds at five months with 200 pounds back fat and a feed conversion of 3 pounds feed per 1 pound gain. The station, run by Ralph Durham of Utah State College, will open for full operations on April 1, 1956.
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Save Your Vision Week Observed In Iowa
Dr A L Klein of Spirit Lake urges motorists to clear windshields side and rear windows to reduce crash risk during Save Your Vision Week March 4 to 10. He warns against glare and eye fatigue from TV viewing and recommends room lighting about half brightness. Governor Hoegh proclaims the week nationally for vision awareness and highway safety.
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Loras College Pork Lift Delights Reserved Seat Fans
At Dubuque venue Loras College officials led by Rev Louis Ernsdorf head football coach Charles Toole and track coach Jean Schneider distributed free ham sandwiches in the reserved seat sections during a basketball game. Extra sandwiches were sold at low cost to other fans as part of a pork promotion.
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