Address on farming as the nation’s vital occupation
J H Kerrick argues agriculture is the grand, essential business of society, decrying its undervaluation by schools and urbanization. He warns graduates from agricultural colleges that poverty and competition for jobs in cities threaten farmers, urging pride and continued farming expertise.
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Chicago
Draper
Dean Davenport
Agricultural College
Tragic Gasoline Accident Claims Ray Erwin
The four teen Ray Erwin died within hours after gasoline ignited at a rear alley fuel house. A bystander match sparked flames that engulfed his clothing despite efforts of Mr Adair and others to smother the blaze. The boy, praised as industrious, died Friday at 11 50 AM with no criminal blame.
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Ray Erwin
C. M. Erwin
Louis Eells
O. P. Johnson
A. P. Adair
Willie Wells
Young Erwin
Wells
Erwin
Adair
Walty
Ray
Ile
Methodist Church
Methodist Sunday School
Junior League
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J. H. Kerrick
Illinois Live Stock Breeders’ Association
Illinois Cattle Feeders’ Association
Lapres and
Chicago University
Harper
L. H. Kerrick
Bloomington
Illinois
Ing
Son
City Drug and Book Store