Tim served as president and vice president of his chapter and participated in the 1969 National FFA Assembly. He is also active in the student council, was a class teacher and is a member of the National Honor Society.
OKLAHOMA
OREGON
PUERTO RICO
RHODE ISLAND
SOUTH CAROLINA
SOUTH DAKOTA
TENNESSEE
UTAH
VERMONT
WASHINGTON
WISCONSIN
WYOMING
NATIONAL FFA CHORUS
CHORUS MEMBERS ARKANSAS
CALIFORNIA
DELAWARE
FLORIDA Leroman Green
GEORGIA
IOWA
KANSAS
KENTUCKY
MAINE
MARYLAND
MICHIGAN
MINNESOTA
MISSOURI
MONTANA
NEBRASKA
NEVADA
NEW HAMPSHIRE
NEW JERSEY
NEW MEXICO
NEW YORK
NORTH CAROLINA
NORTH DAKOTA
PENNSYLVANIA
WEST VIRGINIA John E. Washburn
NATIONAL FFA BAND
ALABAMA
ARIZONA
ARKANSAS
FLORIDA Raymond Bryan
GEORGIA Tom Elliott
IDAHO
BAND MEMBERS
INDIANA
LOUISIANA
OHIO
TEXAS
WEST VIRGINIA Hugh Alley
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None." Johnson of Alabama moved the acceptance of this address and that Vice President Peebles be commended with favor
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 1972 Afternoon Session
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 1972 Evening Session
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1972 Morning Session
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1972 Afternoon Session
George Stevens, director of Agriculture, Station KCMO and President of the Agricultural Hall of Fame then presented Secretary Butz with an Agricultural Hall of Fame medallion. Ferry, from the Farm House Administration, was then presented with a special plaque in recognition of his work in developing the BOAC program, after which he was awarded the American Farmer Honorary Degree.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1972 Evening Session
Department of Agriculture gave a speech, after which he was awarded the Honorary American Farmer Degree. Limmer of Wyoming stated that candidates recommended by the boards of national officers and directors would receive the American Farmer Degree; motion seconded by Rasmussen of Nebraska and carried.
15 YEAR SPONSORS
25 YEAR SPONSORS
Streetman, former vice president of Allied Mills, Inc., and 1972 chairman of the Foundation Sponsoring Committee was intro- . The Honorary American Farmer degree was then awarded to the parents of the eight "Stars" and special presentations to their wives.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13, 1972 Morning Session
Awards were then presented to branch presidents, regional coordinators and members of the National Executive Council. Malcolm McVie, president, Elanco Products Company, a division of Eli Lilly and Company, and 1973 chairman of the Foundation's Sponsorship Committee, gave a brief welcome.
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Ogg of Wyoming presented the report of the Nominating Commission and called for its acceptance; Sywassink's second motion i.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13, 1972
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SPECIAL RECOGNITION
COLORADO
CONNECTICUT
FLORIDA
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Goolsby, Guthrie George Steven Kouplen, Beggs Lonnie MaxLeslie, Dacoma Mike Murphy, Fairmont Harlan Overman, Ponca City John Kevin Peach, Hennessey Terry Lynn Ross, Dacoma Teddy Shaw, Ninnekah Don Sims, Stillwater Jack Tarrance, Welling Paul Tharp, Kingfisher Michael L. Thralls, Billings C.H.
PENNSYLVAN1 \
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VIRGINIA
WEST VIRGINIA
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Shontz, Dean and Acting Director, College of Resource Development, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, Rhode Island. There are many individuals who, since FFA's inception, have continued to support the organization "above and beyond the call of duty." This year marks the third year that old friends and great supporters of the FFA have been recognized with the 'VIP Award'. Five distinguished gentlemen were.
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LAUGH OFTEN, LOVE MUCH, AND TAKE CARE ALWAYS
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KEEP THE FAITH
Since its founding in 1928, the Future Farmers of America has been a beacon of light in leadership and citizenship for all of America. But doesn't FFA stand for much more in the minds and hearts of those who know us. I feel proud knowing that I am part of an organization with young men and women involved in action programs aimed at building up instead of destroying.
Young men and women who intend not only to be good, but to be good for something. We are challenged by the realization that the strength of a nation lies not in its military power, but in its ability to feed its people. American Agriculture and have put the power of vision and purpose at the very foundation of our organization.
The challenge lies ahead of us to open the doors of opportunity to an even greater number of followers of farming activities. FFA members are prepared and trained in all aspects of America's largest industry and believe that "He who serves agriculture serves all mankind". 24 FORTY-FIFTH NATIONAL CONVENTION The most important thing is that each of us who value and love.
24 FORTY-FIFTH NATIONAL CONVENTION Of highest importance is that each of us who cherish and love
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FARM ON; WE CAIN DISK IT!
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FARM ON; WE CAN DISK IT!
ON YOUR MARK GET SET
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In the middle of* that garden is a vine so frail, so light, so helpless, but at the end of that frail vine. Sixteen years and every day for 16 years I ate egg salad sandwiches for lunch!" And if you're going to run that race in life and win, have a positive attitude.
We can beat anybody, we're going to go all the way, we're going to be super bowl champions" — and them. Can you imagine him walking to the huddle one day, putting his arm over his two big tackles and saying, "Kelsies we're going get bumped today, have you seen the other team?" A weak attitude. I have the strongest arms, the best lungs, the fastest legs, and I can beat any man!" Can you imagine him walking through the rope and not thinking he is the greatest.
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A race that would take us across the country and some of us even out of the country. For each and ('.vdry one of you, you're starting a new school year, you're just starting a race;. We know it won't be a normal start, we know it won't be a normal end, but we're ready.
As we get ready to run the race of life, we take our positions on the field. Things start to get foggy in your mind as the lights start to dim and you know that goal is upon us.
AND THEY WERE GONE
If these people had not been of the caliber required to overcome insurmountable odds, we would not be here today as free men and women. Gone, as the national officers of the past have retired and as the officers of the future will retire at the end of their term. Just as the Apostles were challenged to tell the story of Christ, all of us as FFA members have been entrusted with many challenges.
The challenge of making the Future Farmers of America relevant to all students in agricultural education, both production and business-oriented, may be our greatest challenge because while we. Like Nobel Prize winner Norman Borlaug, we face the challenge of improving an already improved agricultural industry and feeding our growing population because there is one fact we cannot change. And the Future Farmers of America must continue to produce good, strong, honest, concerned leaders if we as Americans are to survive.
SILVER AND GOLD, HAVE I NONE
We like it; to think that America is safe and protected from any threats. First, of course, I thank God for his care for one little woodpecker in the swamp. Although it was the most pleasant year of my life, I saw many sad scenes.
But like the lame beggar, they have no real need for silver and gold. You will see older men moving slowly through the hallways like shadows from younger days. You move through the busy streets and pass thousands of men and women hurrying back and forth on their journey.
FUTURE FAKMKKS OF AMERICA
36 FORTY-FIFTH NATIONAL CONVENTION AGRICULTURAL CAREER SHOW
NOMINATING COMMITTEE
AUDITING COMMITTEE
38 FORTY-FIFTH NATIONAL CONVENTION NATIONAL FFA ALUMNI COMMITTEE
BICENTENNIAL APPROACH COMMITTEE
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BOAC PROGRAM COMMITTEE
40 FORTY-FIFTH NATIONAL CONVENTION NATIONAL CHAPTER AWARDS PROGRAM COMMITTEE
COLLEGIATE ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE
FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA 41 NATIONAL I I A CONVENTION COMMITTEE
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NATIONAL IT A WEEK COMMITTEE
INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE
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More articles on the "behind the scenes" work of our national organization (convention committees, board meetings, Alumni and others) to better inform members about the business of the national organization. All subscriptions to the magazine, except those of members, are sent directly to the magazine leaving only members' names and addresses on the members' list.
46 FORTY-FIFTH NATIONAL CONVENTION NATIONAL FFA LEADERSHIP PROGRAM COMMITTEE
PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE
FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA 47 NATIONAL CHAPTER SAFETY AWARDS COMMITTEE
NATIONAL FFA SUPPLY SERVICE COMMITTEE
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REPORT OF THE NATIONAL FFA TREASURER
JULIAN M. CAMPBELL
The FFA Foundation received income from contributions from over 600 sponsors and from reserve fund interests. The majority of the FFA Foundation budget is spent in connection with your incentive awards program and special projects that recognize FFA agricultural education members for outstanding achievement. With the recommendation of your national officers and board of directors, reserve funds, working capital and other available FFA.
All the FFA financial data is now processed by a mini-computer located at the FFA Centre. Your accounts are audited annually by Certified Public Accountants and copies of these audits are submitted to your National Officers. A copy of the audit is also submitted to the United States Congress as required by law.
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STATEMENT OF INCOME AND RETAINED INCOME
OF AMERICA
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STAR FARMER OF AMERICA
STAR FARMER OF AMERICA JUDGES
STAR AGRIBUSINESSMAN OF AMERICA
STAR AGRIBUSINESSMAN OF AMERICA JUDGES
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NATIONAL CHAPTER AWARDS PROGRAM
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Pennsylvania Northern Lebanon Chapter, Fredericksburg, gold emblem; Gl land Chapter, New Holland, silver emblem; Chestnut Rid Chapter, Fishertown, bronze emblem. Meigs County Capital, Decatur, gold emblem; Polk Chapter, Benton, gold emblem; Rogersville Chapter, Rogersville, gold emblem; Warren County Capital, McMinnville, Gold Emblem. Nacogdoches capital, Nacogdoches, golden mark; Sulfur Springs Chapter, Sulfur Springs, Gold Emblem; Van Vleck Chapter, Van Vleck, golden emblem; DeSoto Chapter, DeSoto, silver emblem; Judson Chapter, Judson, silver emblem; Livingston Chapter, Livingston, emblem argent; New Braunfels Chap-.
Captain Fort Bend, Stafford, bronze emblem; Godley Chapter, Godley, bronze emblem; Mission capital, mission, bronze emblem; Postal capital, Post, bronze emblem; TrentChapter, Trent, bronze emblem; Weslaco Chapter, Weslaco, bronze emblem. Utah GunnisonValley Chapter, Gunnison, gold emblem; Millard Eagle Chapter, Fillmore, gold emblem; Bear River capital, Garland, silver emblem; Springville Capital, Springville, bronze emblem. WestVirginia Ripley Chapter, Ripley, Gold Emblem; Shady Spring Chapter, Shady Spring, gold emblem; Greenbrier East Chapter, Lewisburg, silver emblem; Terra Alta capital, Terra Alta, silver emblem.
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Minnesota Owatonna Chapter, Owatonna, gold emblem; Thief River Falls Chapter, Thief River Falls, bronze emblem. South Carolina Florence Area Vocational Center Chapter, Florence, gold emblem; Greenville Chapter, Greenville, gold emblem.
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AGRICULTURAL PROFICIENCY AWARDS
AGRICULTURAL ELECTRIFICATION
AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS
CROP PRODUCTION
DAIRY PRODUCTION
FISH AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT
HOME IMPROVEMENT
LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION
ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURE
OUTDOOR RECREATION
PLACEMENT IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION
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PLACEMENT IN PROCESSING
PLACEMENT IN SALES AND/OR SERVICE Wade Christensen
POULTRY PRODUCTION
NATIONAL FFA PUBLIC SPEAKING CONTEST DENNIS M. SMITH, National Public Speaking Winner
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JUDGES
TIMEKEEPERS
SPEAKERS
AMERICA'S GREATEST INDUSTRY, THE PRODUCTION OF WASTE
WHY FFA
WHAT IS RISING?
OCCUPATIONS IN AGRICULTURE
But when you ask these same people what they've done about the situation, you'll likely find that they just bought a box of non-returnable bottles, dress their babies in throwaway diapers, and often afford to use open dumps on their home farm. Most Americans would rather escape the problem of pollution with a relaxing drive in the country or a cabin on a lake. 34; Residues of toxic pesticides have been found in the bodies of Eskimos in the Arctic, as well as in the bodies of penguins in Antarctica."
34; Not only in America, but everywhere man is totally uninterested in the problems of pollution until he realizes that it is not: Only his neighbors' problem, or only his government's problem, but that it is also his problem. " Our hillsides are littered with landfills, our fish are slaughtered in countless billions by chemical waste, and our children's playgrounds are turned into trash heaps. When exhausted, the chair will be taken to the incinerator, provided the Air Pollution Control Board will still allow, while the no-return glass bottles will be taken to a landfill to remain there for just a little bit of eternity. However, this could be subject to a proposed international agreement that would allow us to refuse the use of our oceans as a global garbage dump.
NATIONAL FFA JUDGING CONTESTS
If America settles into its easy chair now, years of preparation will have been wasted.
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CONVENTION ACTION SHOTS
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