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Farm prosperity rises as war era shifts power to modern agriculture
The article surveys 1917 to 1918 farm gains in output value and property worth, noting higher incomes, rising farm property value to over 51.99 billion, and broader access to credit with lower interest rates. It highlights mechanization, cooperative marketing, and government support as key drivers, plus urban migration and improved farm homes.
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