August 9, 2019
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Progress Show vintage demonstrations marked beginning of Half Century of Progress
Touted as the largest vintage farm show, the Half Century of Progress roots date back to its early connection with the Farm Progress Show. It was the old meeting the new at the 2003 Farm Progress Show held at Henning, the last show before it moved permanently to Decatur to be held biennially there.
“The weekend before the show, the I&I Antique Tractor and Gas Engine Club was asked to put on some demonstrations at Henning. The demonstrations were on the same farm as the 2003 Farm Progress Show, but across the road from the show itself,” said John Fredrickson, past president of the I&I Antique Tractor and Gas Engine Club and Half Century of Progress co-chair.

Safety briefings for show participants
The safety of visitors and exhibitors is a top priority for Half Century of Progress organizers. As part of the registration process, safety meetings are conducted by Craig Long, retired Kankakee County sheriff’s deputy, during each of the event’s four days. Nearly 800 operators attended the 2017 safety briefings.

Reunion planned at Half Century show: Oat threshing demonstration featured during event
Oat threshing demonstrations will be one of the highlights of the Keck-Gonnerman display during the Half Century of Progress show. “We’re inviting collectors from all over the country to bring steam engines, tractors and equipment,” said Alan Barbre, organizer of the Keck-Gonnerman Reunion.

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