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Newspaper
American Union
Location
Morgantown, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1841
Page
1
H W Leavitt delivers an address at the March 30 1841 agricultural meeting in Court House, urging formation of a county agricultural society. He argues agriculture as civilizational bedrock, praises republicanism, natural climate, soil wealth, and urges practical improvement through organized effort.
A historical speech analyzes why American farming lags, blaming labor diversion to towns and rapid wealth pursuit. It argues for heightened public support for agriculture, citing Washington’s farmer example and urging smarter tillage and farm improvements to boost output and national prosperity.
The speaker argues half the cultivated land could yield more with skilful farming and organized agricultural societies. He cites past neglect in Ohio, benefits from adoption of science, chemical knowledge, and machinery, and praises English and New England progress. The note highlights Jefferson County and Judge Boel in New York as examples of reform.
The speaker argues for agricultural reform and highlights societies as key to advancing farming. These associations spread discoveries, publish papers, spur experiments, and elevate the farming class in public life. Members would share firsthand data, organize meetings, and drive improvements in soil, crops, livestock, and farm infrastructure.
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