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^oiitb Peto ^efiin t e . VOL. XXXVHI, NO. 41. SOUTH NEW BESliN, CHENANGO CO., N. Y., FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 1934. Chenango County Farm Bureau News Scott to Broadcast. K. D. Scott, manager of Clienanga county farm bureau, iias been in vited to speak on the subject “Are Farmers i^etter Off This Year,\ from station WESG at Cornell Uni- Arersity. This talk will be given on November 7 th at 12:15 p. m. \\ Chester Gray Attacks NBA. Speaking at Sherburne grange hall Saturday last, Chester Gray, Washington representative of the American farm bureau federation, pointed out some of the limitations of both NRA and AAA as seen by the representatives of,one of the largest farmers' organizations. He pointed out the sinister movement to wipe out co-operatives which was undertaken by those industrialists who entrusted with the preparation of some of the codes. He stated that American Farm Bureau. Federation representatives had to go eight times to the president to point out the destructive results which would hjavg followed had these clauses been Jflslua^a in the codes unchallenged. r n each Case they were able to obtain from the president an executive or der Which saved cooperation from being wiped out under the codes. The NRA through itS CodeS, haS in creased the cost of farming so that the net income of the average farm er is not much more, if any, than it was a year ago. The worst feature of the NRA and the codes is the price-fixing on industrial commodi ties. When the manufacturers un der the codes have the right to price fixing, their prices naturally go up and the consumer in town or on the farm pays the bill. So the American Farm Bureau maintains that price fixing under the NRA must go, or else the entire strength of farm organizations will be massed against the Recovery Act in demanding is entire repeal. There is no sense in asking the American farmer to reduce produc tion and then letting chief foreign farm products enter our markets as is being done in regard to oils, fats, starches, fruits and vegetables. E, S. Poster, secretary of the N. Y. State farm bureau federation stated that the most important farm problem of the day is that of restor ing purchasing power to farm pro ducts. Farms Do Not Grow Dollars Farmers actually pay mortgages, retire debts, meet their taxes, clothe land educate their children, support their churches and store up money for old age with commodities and not dollars. The purchasing power, of the farmer is measured by cars of milk, bushels of potatoes, barrels of apples, tons of cabbage and other like commodities- The farm does npt grow dollars. If coro^ modifies which exchange for dollars, the number of which may vary wide ly from generation to generation. The exchange ratio existing between commo^ties and dollars is one of the determining factors in the pay- ' ment of debts and taxes, the retire ment of ntortgageSj and the educa- tiem and standard of living of the farm family. The federation strongly desires the restoration of purchasing power to farmers and consumers by com pletion of the Honest Dollar pro gram. The next step is to raise the price of gold to $41.34 per ounce, the maximum permitted by law. When commodities reach the 1926 level of purchasing power, they should be stabilized at thatl evel by means of the “Commodity Dollar.” He pointed out the necessity for watchfulness on the part of, farmers account of the determined effort which would be made to take away from rural counties some or all of the percentage of gas tax monies now being refunded to such counties. “The cities are in financial diflaculties and are casting envious eyes on what the counties are getting,” he said. J. R. Cunningham, Sherburne farm bureau township chairman presided and introduced Harold N. Kutsch- bach, president of the Chenango county farm and home bureau asso ciation who acted as toastmaster. Mr. Kutschbach introduced the fol lowing town chairmen: E. B. Clark, North Norydeh; Joseph R. Mundy, Norwich; Floyd Sholes, Columbus; A. C. Bowers, New Berlin;; D. D. Montgomery, Plymouth and W. G. Clark, Smyrna. Other speakers of the evening were K. D. Scott, Manager of the Chenan go countv farm bureau, who opened with a talk on “The Service of the farm bureau.” and closed with a few Words to committeemen;, J. R. Mun dy, “Greetings and Orders:” “Cull ing around 4he county,” William A. Moore, Assistant Manager. Membership Campaign in Full Swing. Chenango county farm bureau an- Excessive Speed by Passenger Busses--Trucks Constitutes “Reckless Driving” Un der the State Uaw. Excessive speed by passenger busses and trucks at congested points and at dangerous intersec tions constitutes “reckless driving” imder the State Law, according to Charles c. Piaesch, chairman of the Law Enforcement Committee of the Motor Club Federation of Chenango, Otsego and Delaware counties. The South New Berlin Bee is glad to carry this reminder to the truck men and bus drivers. In many instances these busses and trucks violate posted speed limits within incorporated villages and pass posted intersections without observ- , ing the “due caution” which the public has a right to expect, Mr. Flaesch insists. This matter has been called to the attention of Capt. Daniei. E. Fox in command of Troop “C” of the State Police who has assured the commit tee that specific cases reported will be investigated and dealt with and Mr. Charles C. Piaesch, Chairman! th at certain danger points where Motor Club Federation, So. New Ber- , violations have been reported in the Dairymen’s League Sub-District Meeting. The fall meeting of the Chenango county sub-district of the Dairymen's League cooperative! association which was postponed from October 27 will be held Saturday next, Nov. 3rd, at the I. O. O. F. hall, McDo nough. The program follows: 10:30 a.m., call to order. Director H. J. Kershaw, Reports of Locals; Discussion of county association policies and pro gram; statement concerning present conditions in the dairy business, by Director Kershaw; noon recess luncheon provided by the ladies of the McDonough Dairymen’s League local. The afternoon session will consist of an address and round table dis cussion led by Ernest C. Stroebeck of Rochester, newly elected member of the executive committee. All di rectors and associate directors are rirged to be present at the opening. Members and friends are cordially invited to attend. T E R M S -$l^ PER YEAR NEWS OF OUR CHURCHES. f FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH.. Clinton H. Skinner, Pastor. 1 11:00—^Morning service. Subject^ “I Don’t Believe It.”\ i 12:00—Church School. Lyle Sis* . * I son,' superintendent. 7:30—^Evening service'. The or |: chestra was not able to play last Sunday evening, but ft will play fqr ' ^ us this week. Subject, “There is a «- |: Good Side.” ^ ■ i- 8:30—^Fellowship hour. Clarence ' ' ' 1 McIntyre, leader. 1 The Harvest Supper will be served Wedn^day evening; SAFETY PLEDGE nofinces that hetewen now and Nov- ^ wm be visited by the troopers ember 10th a thousand farmers will be canvassed fer membership in the farm bureau. Committees are at work in every township, each mem ber and prospective member is being urged to use farm c bureau services and the information which is avail able on a great variety of topics. A letter has been mailed to all pro-1 spective members by E. B. Clark of North Norwich, chairman of the ex car and myself or driver in suchcondi- j during the next few days to check tion that the fundamental safety carelessness, laws designed to safeguard the life and property of travelers may be met at all times; and that I will study to know and understand the provisions of the law. Name Address ecutive committee of the Chenango I would like to receive a complete — — i.... J! ^ /^1 iTk _ . _ . - _ . _ _ __* . _ ST. MATTHEW’S EPISCOPAI.. CHURCH Rev. H. Hatrison. Hadley Jr, Minister in Charge^ .7:00 o’clock p. i School. 7:30 o’clock p. m.—^Evening pray* er and sermon. • Sunday county farm bureau. Mr. Clark Said in part: 'We would be better off if we had all worked out a complete plan for our farms along the lines of the pro gram of the farm bureau. Since the farm bureau started it has advocate.! things which have proven to be of real value. Its present program is one which no farmr can afford to be without. New things are constantly coming out which you need information about and which will benefit you fi nancially if you carry them out. Your neighbors are doing this in var ious ways and to a different extent. They succeed in proportion to the use they make of the farm bureau and its services. The Qounty of Chenango and all {who live in it are better off just so far as we all make a success of agri culture. There never has been a time when it was more necessary for us farmers to work, shoulder to shoulder, for our own prosperity, to defend our liberties against regimen tation ^nd to provide a satisfactory standard of living for our wives and children.” The campaign will be ■oncluded c on November 10th when a mass meetihg Of committeemen and their wives will be held at Oxford Grange Hall. Reports from townships will he turned in and judges will determine, iwhether the northern or Southern group of towns is the winner in the imeuibeirship contest. The northern teams are captained by Josepr Mun dy of Norwich. The south is being led by Marquis Wrench of Coventry. The affair will be attended by com mitteemen and their wives in cos tume. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes but no penalties will be exacted from those who come without. Sevei^l surprise entertain ment features will be staged and there will be dancing after the pro gram is completed. A covered dish supper will precede the program. The general chairman of this event is Fred Emmick of Oxford, assisted by Mrs. Emmick and the chairmen and iwives from n.11 the other towns of tre coxHify. copy of the 1934 Motor Vehicle Law. __________ Place an (x) in the blank space if you would like to re ceive a copy of the Motor Vehicle Law. ONE PROPOSITION BEFORE NEW YORK STATE VOTERS Relief Bond Issue of $40,000,000 Up For Approval. There is only one proposition to be submitted to the voters of this stale for approval this fall in the general election November 6th, and that is whether Chapter 718 of the Laws of 1934 shall be approved or not. The act became a law May 17, with the approval of Governor Lehman, and provides for creation of a state debt of $40,000,000 provided it is en dorsed by voters this fall. The $40,000,000 is to make funds available from November 15, 1934, to The reputation which passenger bus companies and truckmen have been gradually building of “Cour tesy on the Highway,” for “pedes trian and passenger car operator” can be destroyed by a few thought less drivers in a very short time, Mr. Flaesch pointed out and it is the hope of his committee that owners and managers will call the atten tion of drivers to the grave conse quences which will certainly follow a constant disregard of the law con cerning speed within corporation limits and at posted intersections. It is hoped by the AAA Clubs that studies will be made in the near future to determine the maximum speed at which a car may' approach an intersection or abrupt curve and that signs indicating the safe Speed for each specific intersection and curve will be posted, Mr. Flaesch stated. Sign the “Safety Pledge” printed in this issue and ask for your 1934 copy of the Motor Vehicle Law. VICTOR LODGlfr NOTES Well, the. contest between the “Yankees” and the “Giants” ended November 1st, the former winningr by 500 points. That means the- “Giants” will provide a supper fo r the “Yankees.” the date for which has not been decided upon. Thomas Dixsoii has transferred: his membership from Canasawacta Lodge, Norwich, to Victor Lodge.. We are all glad to welcome Bro; Djx«- son as a member. Card party Thursday evening, to which every'one is invited. o- --------- - HARVEST SUPPER. HARVEST NEAR FINISH The annual Harvest Supper of the Baptist church will be served by the. Ladies’ Aid Society Wednesday,. November 7, from 5:30 until all are. served. Menu; Meat Pie, Mashed Potatoes,, Gravy, Brown Bread, Beet Pickles,. Cabbage and Carrot. Salad, Squash, Apple Pie, Pumpkin Pie, Cheese, Coffeet Adults 35 cents; children, 25 cents. Everyone invitecL Secretary. ---------- _o --- ^ -- Allotments Granted for Erection of New Schools. According to announcement re^*' ceived recently,- the Federal Ihner- gency Administration of public- A Smyrna correspondent to one of our exchanges says: Farmers of this section have near ly completed the harvest of their po- February 15, 1936rfor use for relief tatoes and cabbage and report bump-1 works has approved several allots from hardships and suffering caused every ments for school projects-in addition by unemployment and the effects potatoes are exceptionally, to those previously .published, thereof bn public health and welfare, j very smooth and vidth practl-^ Allotments for new schools arer -T h e law, enacted last May, pro-1 I«<3ivld-1 Walton, $145,090; South Otselic, vides that the money shall be raised 1^^^ **^®P* \P about $121,000; Mt. Upton, $81,000; Bcon- by the sale of w h at are to be known “ y cents per bushel, with some ^ ardsvffle, $119,500; Gilbertsvme. as Emergency Unemployment Belief! P«rchaslng by truck loads ^ $137,000; Andes, $142,500; Harpurs- a-t a sligh-tly lower price. None hav^ ^ yillc, $X73,009. An appropriation of been shipped by rail, but in nearby $26,500 for an addition to East Wor-- Bonds, which are to hear not to ex ceed 5 per cent interest. The legisla ture provides the agencies for dis bursing the funds, which are to be raised by sale of such quantities of bonds as the state controller may direct. Highway Signs Being ' Changed— Black and White. towns where this has been done the price has been as low as eighteen cents per bushel. Many of the larger growers of cabbage have already stored their crop while others have sold a part to dealers who come for them, paying about $3.50 per ton if they are harvested and bagged in 50 and 70 pound bags. Some farmers have been so bold as to insinuate Thousands of directional signs along arterial and secondary high ways of the state are gradually hav- that the prices they are offered for ing their colors changed for better cabbage, potatoes and milk, do not visibility. For years these signs known to every motorist, have been painted yellow and black, but under the new program sponsored by the state they now have black letters against a white background. compare favorably with prices asked of them for the necessities of life. cester school has been approved. . _ -------- -o: -------- ^ ; Wilber National Bank Oneonta, N. Y^. . The attention of our readers is' called to the government report of' the Wilber National bank printed in; another column. This institution en joys the confidence and liberal pat- , ronage of the public, which is an earned recognition of the well known safe, conservative policy of its manr- agement. Read the reporLu-^AdVtJ Butter made in May and June has the highest color and flavor. Plans for pleasant Hallowe’en celebrations provide neighbors and parents with a chance to help chil dren learn a lesson on citizenship by avoiding lawlessness, says |Cather- ine Reeves of the New York state college of home economics. Homespun Yarm Every child should have hooks of ^ his own, A new Cornell bulletin,^ E-299, lists books for children who, are too* yom^ to'attend school: Copies may be had from the ofiSce of' publication, Roberts. Hall,: Ithaca,^ New York, - X
