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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1954
Page
2
Bremer county announced a 1955 government cost sharing program with 72500 for soil and water conservation practices. James Eveland, county ASC chairman, noted the increase over 1954 and explained funds cover farm practices next year while some admin costs are limited. Farmers may file requests anytime, with approvals as funds permit.
The Town of Tripoli council met December 6 1954 with Mayor Piegers presiding and all members present. Bills were approved in the General Fund for supplies repairs fuel insurance labor and services. Public Safety and Sanitation items listed. The meeting closed with adjournment.
Bremer county farmers face potential loss of butter sales as brucellosis control remains weak. Tests show 28 to 30 percent infection on farms, with 40 percent positive in some herds due to vaccination confounders. Authorities urge immediate eradication to protect Chicago and regional markets. Also note local anniversaries and deaths including a 60th wedding anniversary and the passing of Chester Wells.
Bremer county farmers with about 1800 breeding ewes expect the spring lamb crop early next month. Extension Director Richard Mathews says better care before lambing can raise birth weights and eventual market weight, potentially boosting county income by about 12,600 dollars if all producers increased lambs per 100 ewes.
The Bremer County Board of Education approves health guidelines urging complete physicals for kindergarten, fifth and ninth graders. Emphasizes healthy habits, correction of defects, and periodic exams to prevent or address issues in schoolchildren. Standing orders guide nurses and teachers statewide.
County Extension Director Bremer reports under the 83rd Congress Wool Act, wool growers will receive 62 cents per pound after April 1, 1955, with direct payments based on the net sale value of wool. Payments depend on incentive price above the average price and will be issued through county Agricultural Stabilization offices funded by tariffs. Producers should keep sales records to compute 1955 payments.
Mathews, Bremer county extension director, says drying off cows can follow a gradual plan by milking once daily then skipping a full day. He cautions against partial milking and suggests keeping cows away from milking cues. Ida Grove invites bids for a 250000 gallon water tower with construction set to begin March 1.
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