816-Lancast*r Farming, Saturday, February 16,1985 Rachael Hixenbaugh named Wool Queen BY BARBARA RADER HARLANSBURG - Rachael Hixenbaugh, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hixenbaugh, was selected Lawrence, Butler, and Beaver Countys’ Lamb and Wool Queen during their recent mid winter annual meeting. Rachael, 16, is following in the footsteps of her sister, Kathy, who was Lamb and Wool Queen in 1981 and a runner-up in the state Wool Queen Contest in 1982. Before announcing the results ot the contest Shirley Dunn, queen contest director, said, In the last lour years we’ve had two state winners and two state runners up ’’ Leggy McCrumb, Mars, was lecently crowned the 1985 Penn sylvania winner as was Kathy Hixenbaugh, Beaver, in 1982 Runners-up were Carol Shuler, Fenelton, in 1983; and Mary Sue Sluck, New Castle, in 1984. Rachael's family began raising sheep 11 years ago when her eldest sister jointed 4-H Starting in 1975 with two breeding ewes, the Hixenbaughs rented a barn two miles away to house their sheep Showing sheep since she was eight years old, Rachael has become increasingly interested in the industry She has also been quite successful with her sheep, showing the Suffolk grand champion ewe and ram in the open show at the recent Pennsylvania Farm Show Hei winning streak continued as she captured the junior grand champin Suffolk ewe, second place middle heavyweight market lamb and secured a fourth in showmanship in her age division A member of Stockmen's 4-H C lub and Hookstown Beaver County 4-H Club, she raises Suffolk and Hampshire breeding stock and market lambs She showed the grand champion at last year's roundup during the Hookstown Fair In addition to showing at local county fairs, she also exhibited at the Keystone International Exhibition Rachael is now learning to spin wool from her mother. Her interest in wool has also led to designing a wardrobe that includes several wool items She has participated in Comfortable protection. Red Wings ASK THE MAN WHO WEARS THEM SUPER SOLE SAFETY BOOTS • Safely Steel Toe • Tough Long wearing Urethane Sole In Stock No Waiting several Ladies I cad Line contests, showing off the beauty of lambs wool while hei ewe lamb shows oft its Mi <• Rachael’s twin sister, Wendy, and her bi other, Wayne, also show a growing interest in the industiy, reflecting their parents' interest In competing tor the queen's title Rachael was judged on ap pearance, personality, ability to represent commodities, related sheep activities and other ac tivities Eighteen-year-old Janet Stuck, the daughter ot Mr and Mrs Joseph Stuck, was selected alternate m the tn-county contest A 1985 graduate of Shenango High School, she is now attending Penn State University majoring in animal bioscience. Janet has been an active 4-H’ei since she was eight years old and a member ot Lawrence County s Junioi Livestock Club She has been a pi oven winner with hei maiket lambs, which won hei gi and champion pen ot lambs. Janet participated in the 1981 slate contest Make it with Wool, and the Indies Lead Line com- NEWARK, Del. - If you prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals for your family, do the same for your baby. You can make baby foods that are as good or better than the commercial brands. You don’t have to be a gourmet chef to make baby food, but you do need a good working knowledge of nutrition and sanitary practices. Bacteria from improper food handling can seriously upset a baby’s sensitive digestive system, says Wendy Weckesser, a University of Delaware dietetics student working with the Cooperative Extension Service. Before preparing baby food, wash your hands well with hot, soapy water. Check your hands for infected cuts or hangnails, since infections carry harmful bacteria. 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She has earned sheep in 4-H and has a horse She is a Hereford enthusiast and received the 1984 Outstanding 4-H award at the Butler Faim Show Ann has laised sheep tor eight years and showed the champion Suffolk ewe in 1983, reserve champion Suttolk ewe in 1984, reserve champion showman in 1983, and champion titter in 1983 during the Butlei Farm Show Rachael leceived tour yards ot wool fabric from the Minnesota Fabrics, Beavei Janet received a hand-knitted wool poncho made by Mary Eslell , Alliquipa, and a $lO gift certificate horn Hickory Hill Wool Shop, New Wilmington, went to Ann, Keep work surfaces and all equipment spotlessly clean by washing in hot, soapy water, rinsing with hot water, and allowing to air dry. It’s a good idea to use a plastic rather than a wooden cutting board, because bacteria can hide in cracks in a wooden board. And keep animals away from food and counters. Choose baby food recipes from a reliable source and follow the directions carefully. Generally, meats and vegetables prepared for the family can be used for baby if they are unsalted, unsweetened, and steamed or boiled in a minimum amount of water. Avoid adult-type flavorings such as catsup, paprika, Worchestershire sauce, mustard, herbs, spices, bacon, and margarine. Also, don’t BUY OR LEASE PIPELINE PERFORMANCE - The New Shenk’s Farm Service and Bou- Matic are now giving their best deals ever! Complete around-the-barn pipeline systems custom designed for todays dairy needs. Walk through a Bou-Matic system and compare, or let us show you on your own farm. We think you'll like what you see... Performance! SLnJLsLKJLNA eJ FARM SERVICE Service on all Brands 24 Hour Emergency Service Rachael Hixenbaugh, newly crowned Lawrence, Butler, and Beaver County Lamb and Wool Queen, accepts congratulations from 1985 Pa. Lamb and Wool Queen Peggy McCrumb. coat meat in flour and brown in fat when making baby stew. For high nutrient retention, puree or chop foods as soon as cooked, and feed the baby promptly. Some baby foods are easy to prepare at home. You can mash ripe bananas and thin with milk, formula, or unsweetened fruit juice. Mash unseasoned cottage cheese, cooked carrots thinned with cooking water, stewed fresh fruits such as apples with no added sugar, spices, or salt, or fruit canned in its own juice with no additives. SALES AND SERVICE 501 E Woods Or Lititz PA 17543 (717)626-1151 nutritious Be sure the food is smooth, evenly mashed, and thin enough for the baby to swallow easily Make enough for a single meal, or store some for later use in small, clean, tightly sealed containers or baby food jars. Refrigerate no longer than two days, and freeze no longer than one month. You may decide to serve home made baby food in combination with commercial products. This is fine, Weckesser says. The primary consideration is to provide wholesome foods that meet a baby’s nutritional requirements. 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