Dumouchels and Stewarts share all ten trophies at Pontiac County’s annual plowing match Saturday: The weather on Pontiac Plowing Match day wasn’t up to its usual splender, in fact, one might say it was downright miserable but nevertheless forty-four plowmen convened at the farm of Alexander Bertrand on Calumet Island and competed for prizes and trophies.

Ross Stewart’s team was alone in the horse class, probably due to the fact that perennial contestant Bill Hodgins was away getting married on Saturday.

The Farmerettes of Calumet Island provided a hearty meal for all contestants and spectators and a refreshment booth on the grounds also provided extra sustenance to all who braved the weather to participate or spectate at this annual event.

On Monday night at the Calumet Island Parish Hall, the awards were announced and given out and a special presentation was made to Eric Brown who retired this year after having been president of the Pontiac Plowman’s Association for 16 years.

Stabilization price for slaughter cattle to be determined next August: Inquiries are being received regarding cattle sold for slaughter and whether these cattle quality for a stabilization payment.

In reply to these queries, Mr. Doug MacMillan, Agronomist for the County of Pontiac, has provided the following statement: The Canada Department of Agriculture will determine on Aug. 11, 1975, whether the national average selling price for A1 and A2 steers and heifers was below the price of $45.42. If the average selling price is below $45.42, all farmers selling A, B and C cattle will be entitled to the same stabilization payment on a dressed weight basis and according to grade for cattle sold up to next Aug. 11.