Memphis Cotton Classing Office reports season progress in sample totals
The Memphis Cotton Classing Office, USDA, reports 58 024 samples classed this season, about 35 percent complete. Eight classing tables operate at full capacity as weather improves. Weekly grades show predominant staples and price ranges with Middling Light Spot and Strict Low Middling selling around 19.95 and 18.37 cents per pound respectively.
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More Interstate Highways Open in Texas
Two thirds of Texas Interstate mileage is open to traffic as 2,000 of 3,027 miles are open and 482 miles are under construction according to the Texas Highway Department. The report notes ongoing projects and expansion of the system across the state.
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Cowmen weigh winter feeding and Texas agriculture impact
Winter feeding decisions hinge on cattle age, forage quality, and weather. Self fed salt and cottonseed meal mixes have been common for 25 years, balancing labor needs with steady feed distribution. Texas agriculture remains vital, with farm inputs and labor sustaining economic activity across the state.
Arnett 4-Hers To Be Honored At Banquet
Harmon County 4H Achievement Banquet set for Saturday December 14 at 7 p.m. in Hollis grade school cafeteria. Dean Chesser of Altus College guest speaker. Arnett 4-H officers and awardees listed including Cyn tia Brewster Cathy Carter Kay Defoor Debbie Powers Sharla Sikes Shelly Sikes Anita Stermer Naomi Argo Nan cy Holder Jan Powers Shawna Sikes and others.
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Kay Defoor
Debbie Powers
Sharla Sikes
Shelly Sikes
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Naomi Argo
Nancy Holder
Jan Powers
Shawna Sikes
Ronnie Cummins
Allen Davis
Kenny McDowell
Stanton Sikes
Steve Walker
David Burch
Jerry Voight
Agriculture remains big business in Texas, despite costs
The text highlights $200 million after expenses and $4 billion added to the agribusiness economy as farm products move to consumers. It notes U.S. agriculture enables consumers to spend about 17 percent of take-home pay on food, the lowest share among nations. It then shifts to veterans data, stating California has 2,783,000 veterans and New York 2,456,000.
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Highway Safety Guidelines Summary
The guide answers common driving rules. Right turns on red are allowed only with a green arrow. At uncontrolled intersections yield to vehicles from other highways. if arriving simultaneously the left vehicle yields to the right. Speed limits: 60 mph day, 55 mph night for two wheel trailers. Park parallel within 18 inches of the curb, about 6 inches preferred. Farm tractors at night require a white front light visible 500 feet and a red rear light visible 500 feet. If license plates are lost, take any remaining plates and license receipt to the county tax collector, file an affidavit, and obtain a $1 duplicate.
Wellington JV Boys Defeat Memphis B 81 to 49 on Thursday
Wellington Junior Varsity beat Memphis B 81 to 49 as Ricky Nall led with 15 points and Danny Watts and David Moore added 12 each. Memphis top scorer was Johnson with 16 while Cheatum led their girls with 34 points. Wellington girls lost 50 to 23 with Mary Lou Davis scoring 9 and Leigh Nall 7. All Wellington girls played.
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Firecrackers Grab Third Win Against Memphis Victory
Wellington Firecrackers beat a large Memphis team 49 to 29 in Rocketg on Thursday December 6 marking their 44th straight win. The 8th Blade girls also won 35 to 20 the same night. Coach Carrall Nunnélley praised team effort and improving play making.
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Lunchroom Menus and Memphis Basketball Scores
The menu section lists daily lunch options from December 12 to December 20 with items like dry beans and ham, smothered steak, tuna salad, charburger, sliced turkey, and chili beans with sides and milk. The sports note cites Memphis players Oney Lemons and Billy Lemons scoring 16 each, with Williams Rogers leading Memphis and Wellington beating Memphis in a girls game. coach Nun nelsey praises improved team effort and guard defense, citing several players by name.
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Arnett 4H Holds December Meeting Highlights
Arnett 4H Club met December 4 with president Bruce Rumbaugh presiding. Cathy Carter read minutes as Sharla Sikes and Cathy Carter demonstrated arranging flowers while Danny Thompson and David Burch presented microscope parts. Kenney McDowell spoke on the Christmas theme and the senior Quintet sang Winter Wonderland.
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