—Lancaster Farming, Saturday, October 1,1977 118 Murren§ (Continued from Page 90) that “the quality of cattle has improved tremendously compared to 30 years ago. Herds have unproved, and therefore 4-H’ers have the opportunity to pick better quality animals.” But, he said, “Fitting and showing contests haven’t changed much over the years. We always had the spirit of doing the best job possible. Methods may have changed but the work is as tough and keen as ever.” Tom said he has mixed emotions about children starting in 4-H at age 8. “I like to see them start early,- but often a dairy animal grows faster than the kids grow. No matter what age they begm, they can’t show a mature animal to its best advantage for several years. But the experience of par ticipating is always there.” Theresa said, “Children are maturing faster so most eight-year-olds can handle the project work in the home economics club.” She said her club faces a dropout problem when 4-H’ers reach 14; Tom said in the dairy club the problem is not so acute because projects continue and hold the youngster’s interest. “What you put into it is what you get out of it The opportunity is there if they want to take the time to pursue it,” Theresa says She was especially full of praise for countywide events saying, “If you can carpool and go to the events, you get a chance to meet other people ” Theresa is currently a member of the County Extension Board and has served in various other 4-H related posts. She is also in the Little Rock Square Dance club and is an active member of the Anunciation Roman Catholic Church in McSherrystown, as are the other Murren fannies. 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As a 4-H’er Tom attended Leadership School and went to Washington D.C. to National 4-H Camp. The Murrens are milking about 20 Guernseys, and while Tom has previously served on many 4-H related com mittees, he has given up most activities since he has an off-the-farm job. Their 120 acre farm is at Hanover, R 4. Tom said, “One of the satisfactions as a leader is to see boys and girls grow up and take their place as part of the community, not only as farmers but also as businessmen and homemakers.” Both Theresa and Tom said they have had 4-H’ers who have become 4-H leaders There is no doubt that the Murren family has had an impact on the 4-H com munity in Adams County. Even without the continuing leadership provided by her immediate family, the late Rose Murren’s name has a place there. An award has been established by her family in her memory, and each year an outstanding girl receives the Rose Murren Memorial Award, which consists of a book related to the winner’s project area Tom and Theresa explained that the award, voted by leaders, goes to someone who remains “unsung,” and who may not be recognized in other areas And so, through the award and through many hours of selfless service, the Murrens are contributing to 4-H work in Adams County. The benefit has been spread over many years and will con tinue to touch the lives of many in the future. } t > % ) A' > NEWARK, Del. - The 1977 Delmarva Broiler Housing Seminar has been scheduled for Wednesday, October 5, at the University of Delaware Substation in Georgetown. 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