Early Cotton and Farming Plans in a Rural Exchange
A farmer Sam discusses seed choices and early maturing cotton to dodge boll weevils. An agent, Mr Burns, advises soil moisture storage, fall plowing, and insect control, then suggests affordable farming library picks. Sam plans education for himself and his sister, aiming for college and expanded farming ventures.
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Sam
Bermuda
Mr. Burns
Farm boy Sam Powell plans a thriving mixed farm life
Sam Powell in April moves to a country farm with his mother and sister. He revives an old orchard, grows registered Berkshire hogs, and starts a corn contest acre. He buys a sow, breeds pigs, and shares plans with agent Mr Burns about productive farming, prudence, and future dreams.
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Sam
Mr. Burns
Sim
State Agriculture College
Mr Burns
Plymouth
M Powell
Fle
Powells
Tittle
Mrs. Powell
Florence
Sam Uw
Burbank
Burbrinis
Berkshires
Sam Powell
Boys’ Corn Club
Miles Fagan
Bob
Corn Club
Fagan
Patel
Ale
Simon
Bill Googe
Jess
Bill
Mr. Fagan
Miles
Mr. Fagin
Bul
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