Hoover forms drought relief committee amid nationwide conference
President Hoover and governors from ten states outlined a federal state county drought relief system to protect livestock and aid needy farm families. The plan includes loans, Red Cross help, employment, and reduced rail rates, with county and state committees coordinating relief over the winter.
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Weather aids drought relief as states seek moisture
Washington reports continued weather cooperation is needed for drought relief. The Weather Bureau notes Arkansas Macsland Virginia Mississippi and parts of Louisiana Missouri and Montana require more moisture while governors push a relief framework at a conference. Railroads file to cut livestock hay and feed transport rates and governors discuss funding roads and credit options with Secretary Hyde.
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Drought News At Hoover Conference Details Mississippi Arkansas Counties
At the Hoover governors conference Secretary Hyde relayed terse drought reports from county agents. Bolivar County Mississippi seeks feed for 10,144 men as local resources run dry and thousands suffer hunger and cold. Carroll County notes no water and failing livestock. Conway and Conway counties Arkansas warn 2540 and 1000 families need food and water, with funding needed.
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Hoover plan speeds drought relief funds for farmers
Federal officials announced accelerated spending of road aid to employ drought stricken farmers as governors return home to implement the Hoover relief program. Farm groups pledged cooperation, while talks at the White House addressed credit needs for livestock and feed, with Montana and Kansas highlighted as priority concerns.
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