Mar 22, 2018 · Farm families were enjoying a relatively enjoyable moment in time, as new methods were making row crop farming much more enjoyable and profitable than in previous …

Farming in the 1950s and 60s had serious challenges, and millions of farmers left for jobs in town or the city. But, in many ways, the 50s and 60s were both the best of times and the worst of …

Apr 16, 2021 · Grew up on 120 acre farm in central Michigan in the 50's and 60's. Dad worked full time at Federal-Mogul and farmed too. He started with horses in the late 20's. Kept a few dairy …

Sep 14, 2011 · Carolyn shares nostalgic summer memories of life on the farm including owning a pet rooster, picking wild blackberries, and eating fried turtle.

Jul 18, 2019 · We climbed trees, built pine needle forts, dammed up small streams and disappeared for hours at a time, but rarely out of earshot of our mother’s voice.

Dec 15, 2023 · Farm life in the 50s was an extended family affair. Children began helping with farm routines like collecting eggs and milking cows by age 10. Adult children who had jobs and …

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Sep 18, 2024 · While technology and techniques have changed over the years, the heart of the farm remains the same. See how harvest was depicted on our covers in the 1940s, ’50s, and …

Oct 19, 2024 · In this article, I recall life on a small Wisconsin farm from 1954 until 1957. Living conditions, daily farm chores, harvesting crops, and what I did for fun is vividly remembered.

Sep 9, 2015 · In 1952, when farmers were still worried about basic tasks, like plowing and disking and picking corn without getting hurt, priorities were somewhat different. Safety concerns: …