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Pettis County History and Farm Advice Chronicle
A lengthy Pettis County historical overview traces settlement, political growth, schools, railroads, and notable leaders from 1818 to early 1900s. It links agricultural progress with regional development, noting librarians, industries, and prominent figures, and closes with farm extension guidance from Frank Priebe on pasturing, fertilizers, parasite control, and poultry profitability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pettis County
Floyd C
Tennessee
Kentucky
Spencer Pettis
Missouri
Benton County
Wasson's Mill
St. Helena
Georgetown
Campbell College
George R. Smith
Pacific Railway Company
Chicago
Arkansas
Philadelphia
Frank Priebe