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Show Farmers Organization Considered. A number pf the farmers met at the Co-op hall last week and listened to a proposition from D. II. Morris, who wa9 here from Pocatello with a view of influencing the farmers to become associated for protection with the National Equity Association of Farmers. Far-mers. He explained in detail the benefits to be derived from the co-operation proposed, On Monday night a temporary oi-ganlzatlon oi-ganlzatlon was effected with L. II. Chllds as president, John P. Jensen vice president', Wayne Tollestrup secretary and treasurer, and Ernest K. Swaiberg delegate. It is desirous pf engaging the interest of all the farmers in Gunnison valley in the proposition, that they may become associated with the societies already organized in twelve or fourteen precincts pre-cincts in this county. It is thought a membership of not less than 200 should be obtained, so that a clearing house will be available locally and higher prices obtained for farmers . products than has been customary. Through the co-operation suggested, It is plain that advantages will accrue. The farmers will thus be in touch with the markets of the entire nation. na-tion. Those of the local farmers who have taken the initiative are anxious to have the society here a success, and urge you to become members. "In unity there is strength." |