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Local Assembly Discusses Livestock Transport and Share of Farthings
In 1922 on December 3 a public meeting in Vopnafjörður was held after a parish council call to discuss changes. The chair and several farmers attended. Arna Jónsson of Vopnafjörður was chosen secretary. Proposals included compulsory outflow of live animals and agreements to ensure at least 2000 fjörur in transport loans, with shareholders to retain at least a tenth of their capital, plus arrangements to include other farm holders in neighboring districts. The assembly aimed to safeguard value and authorize new transport funds for five-year terms, noting young stock should not be used for export. The meeting also decided to draft measures to approve investments and support improvements.