From Father to Son Faces of Agriculture Outlook in Coke Soil District
The Coke Soil Conservation District notes moisture conditions improving after years of drought with 31.51 inches of moisture at Robert Lee Court House in the past year and 9.13 inches by May 1. Lamb crops are good across communities and oat prospects are reportedly best in years. The era emphasizes service to country through agricultural improvement amid dust storm warnings.
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Coke Soil Conservation District
George Washington
Soil Stewardship Is Sacred Duty Week Observed
Soil Stewardship week May 11 to 18, sponsored by the National Association of Soil Conservation Districts and National Church organizations, links spiritual beliefs to soil resources. It frames conservation as a sacred duty and good business, noting better living, lower costs, and increased efficiency as benefits.
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National Association of Soil Conservation Districts
Coke County Council Meeting Notes May 13
The Coke County Council convened at the courthouse on May 13 at 2 p.m. with Mrs. Pat Rives presiding. A progress report on the Women of the Bible review was given by Mrs. A D Field. 65 women attended. They displayed a Flower Shop window in Robert Lee for National Home Demonstration Week highlighting Family Economies. Arrott Waldrop and Rives reported on the San Angelo district meeting. Council voted to send one 4 H club girl to District camp June 2 3 and 4. Mrs. Faye Roe reported on the month’s work. nine members attended.
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Coke County Council
Pat Rives
A. D. Field
Bruce Clift
A. D. Fields
Robert Lee
Clarence Arrott
Glynn Waldrop
San Angelo
Faye Roe
Let Us Never Forget The Value Of Agriculture
A wartime era quotation stresses agriculture as mankind’s chief labor and the nation’s surest path to stability. It asserts national strength rests on a strong connection to the soil and sustainable farming.
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Daniel Webster
Waste to Want Taglines Reflect Rural Conservation
A clipping presents two punny lines promoting soil and waste care. The sayings link waste management to future needs and urge prudent use of resources. The tone mirrors a civic or agricultural bulletin with brief, catchy phrases.
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