Over 14,000 pounds of raw wool were collected at three pooling sites 

 across the state. The wool was sent to the Charlton Wool Mills for weaving 

 and is due some time in December. Through the manufacturing of the wool 

 into blankets, a readily marketable product, it is our goal to pay the 

 growers a higher price for their wool than otherwise could be achieved. All 

 •is proceeding well. 



FINANCIAL REPORT 



DIVISION OF FAIRS 



The total appropriated budget for the fiscal year was $710,300. Of this 

 total, $422,800 were appropriated for the fair prize awards, fair inspections, 

 promotional programs and administrative costs; $87,500 were appropriated for 

 the rehabilitation program, up $12,500 over last year, and $200,000 for the 

 Thoroughbred and Standardbred Programs. 



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