County's Farmers Get 1,112,000 In C C C Loans for 48 Corn Crop
County AAA leader Howard Witting reports over 800,000 bushels sealed in Washington County under the Commodity Credit Corporation loan program totaling about 1.112 million dollars. Purchase agreements cover 230,000 bushels plus. He notes 1948 corn is strong in feed value and that re inspection is required for loaned corn with moisture around four percent drier than when placed under loan.
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Moisture problem hits corn storage in Illinois
Illinois reports only 18 percent of corn in 300 loan applications suitable for sealing. Witting notes Hardest moisture impact in southeastern Iowa area, advises crib ventilators and dryers as insulation, plus moving corn to proper cribbing space and removing chaff to improve air circulation.
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Headliners Mix Work With Fun For 4-H Success
The Headliners, Washington county largest girl 4-H club led by Mrs Cloyee Stewart, numbers 38 members. The club is split into two age groups meeting monthly at members homes and includes country and town girls active in home furnishings music conservation sports and more.
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Cloyee Stewart
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Stewart
Washington
Headliners 4-H Club Plans Room Improvements and Projects
Members prepare sealed room plans for year end, with each girl detailing improvements and home furnishings projects. Older girls refinish furniture while younger ones craft dresser scarves curtains and shelves. At achievement day they showcase work for county fair qualification and possible state fair.
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