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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1936
Page
4
L C Beacheen reports cotton prices and farm incomes surged after the agricultural adjustment act, despite its repeal by the Supreme Court. 1935 estimates show farm cash income around 4.11 billion dollars, up from 1934, with significant shifts in production expenses, wages, and mortgage costs.
Alabama Experiment Station guidelines led WL Avant to fertilize 10 acres of cotton with 600 pounds of 6-8-4 per acre. Results showed 4,732 pounds of lint cotton produced, while another field yielded 4,132 pounds of lint. The test supported 6-8-4 as the profitable mix for the land.
In 1635 the Henry County Home Demonstration Club established the Mamie B Mathews scholarship granting Miss Meitlce Morgan of Miowns Cross Roads $200 for a two year course at Troy College. Morgan, a county resident with health and character testimonials, shows excellent college progress and is eligible for a second term.
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