little fires are big our family always has fun at the fair there are many things of interest to us we like to see what the people in our community are doing and we go a day ahead to see the preparation fair reflects th products and activities of the region the local people take pride in their grounds the state fair buildings in salem oregon are unusually attractive the northwest loggers supply shows the importance of lumbering piles of sawdust ready to spread on muddy streets in case of rain there's generally have fine display of farm machinery because we people who live on farms are interested in the latest equipment to make our work easier and more efficient when children ride the merry go round they don't realise the work that goes on to set up the machinery so that it will run smoothly and safely the workers are accustomed to the last minute rush they travel from one ferry to another with their thrill packed machines the ferris wheel is always a favorite the san diego county fair reflects life in a warmer climate and outdoor restaurant is popular here florists and landscape gardners make beautiful arrangements because outdoor living is important in this part of the country flowers grow abundantly here all the year mining is important here too people are interested in gems mining and fishing hobby show for an exhibit in fine  the navy exhibit this elaborate for san diego is a large navy base lifelike models of early missiles interest the young people it is surprising what a deep sea divers  your ship models intrigue the visitors plate type cargo ship a battleship people examine the navy equipment a landing tank in the homemaking building women and girls have entered their handiwork quilts embroidery and dresses interiors of the buildings are like stage setting exhibits of fruit and vegetables advertise the products grown in this community fine cooks have entered their cakes awards and prizes are given for the best entries farmers bring their animals a day ahead there are many things to get ready the animals must be rested to compete well in the event sion provides barnes and watch rex stockman and the young members of such clubs as the four h and future farmers of america watch and groom their stock so that they will look there bet the animals do not seem to share their owner's enthusiasm sometimes sammy in the easter bonnet has been too many affairs everyone helps evolve and barney is in place for his shampoo yes it's fun to be here ahead of time to share the excitement the fair association must know how many animals are coming stockmen send in advance a record of facts that are necessary for the events such as breathe and age some animals are weighed in as they arrive things are convenient to attract many farmers so that the fare will be a success the stock men keep everything in order to be ready when the event is called harnesses altars blankets feed pans water and food for the animals and accommodations for the men who must sleep near their stock tommy wright's pony black jack will perform in a circus act on these are a favorite with the children a great deal of business is conducted at pairs many animals are bought and sold and the buyers like to see the stock they buy our boy dave takes pride in his steer bunco he has spent hours learning to use the curling comb to make the waves now he does a professional job they belong to the for each club and  one many ribbons there are separate quarters for each farm animal mr kern brings his own rank so that he can give a sheep a last minute trimming called blocking even the hooks are trimmed clean and polished until a shined well cared for hopes might give the extra points to when jimmy is proud of his blue ribbon winner at the chicken display misses him doesn't seem happy about the egg she has just laid a prize winning hand really has her problems it's natural for roosters to fight and quite harmless through the bars the birds keep in wary eye on each other as they do in this show hands are trained to perform molly plays baseball she knows that when she hits the ball with a bat the reward will be a grain that will fall in her cup and katie walk the tightrope the fair is in full swing the streets are gay with flying banners and crowds of people there is something for everyone parents by the fancy dolls and souvenirs for their children there are stands with cones hamburgers and spun candy on sticks the merry go round is running well with no indication of the work that went into its construction is starting judges and clerks have their records on each animal so many contestants all hoping to win the event in another part of the grounds for each club event for riding horses the large or general seems to be an outstanding entry the contest is judged on the ability of the young people to handle and show their horses as well as the gates and  animals the judge examines each horse kathy handles ginger expert the winners are lined up and the judge explains how he arrived at his decision to help the young people understand better the care and training of their horses yes kathy's ginger wins the blue ribbon in another ring the four h club boys show steers our boy larry is in trouble is stair is running away dangerous a steer at large around so many children sorry this happened to larry he's been so careful the judge takes time to inspect each animal carefully and hour for this event alone the winners are lined up the blue ribbon winner of fine animal ever it deserves the r magnificent bull from the eight or dairy herd is led into the ring it takes years of care and breeding to produce this fine stock a large bear such as the los angeles county fair has impressive buildings to house the exhibits there is something to interest everyone to show them the activities of their own community and various things of current interest a car exhibit who wouldn't like to own a streamlined boat people look forward to the races at the fair we have several horses on our farm and can appreciate the training given the spirit animals before the race officials check each horse jockey and saddle to be sure everything is all right jockeys are weighed in this is the usual procedure to be sure the race is fair the jockeys ride back and forth in front of the grandstand so that the people can pride to choose the winner the starting gate is pulled into the correct position each horse has its own stall target for take a picture as they cross the line where a win is the winner prizes naturally loves to race and during the intermissions unusual events entertain the spectators their many different attractions take place at the same time the mexican village has dancing and singing and places where people can eat mexican food food show their native hand  blown glass and basket there are many fascinating street shows the ferris wheel is always a favorite in san diego it makes the world look topsy turvy from the top one has a bird's eye view of the entire fairground ride is scary but really safe as we saw how carefully men put up the machinery affair is fun for everyone it gives an appreciation of the work of the people in our community my family worked hard all the year preparing their your entries for the event each year we hope to win our daughter marjorie is a member of the school drum corps yes it's worthwhile and fun to take your family to the fair