1 Grange Jeopardy Power of The Past Force of The Future Monuments & Markers In 1875… Fraternity Potpourri 100 100 100 100 100 200 200 200 200 200 300 300 300 300 300 400 400 400 400 400 500 500 500 500 500

2 A-1 Though established by the Morrill Act of 1862, for decades they were not meeting their intended goals. The Grange pressured Congress, who in 1891, passed laws requiring educational funds be redirected to agricultural studies at these institutes of learning.

3 Through efforts by the Grange,in 1889, this former federal agency achieved its rightful place in the U.S. President’s cabinet.

4 A-3 Though a topic of conversation in recent years, the Grange secured passage of legislation promoting the use of this corn-based fuel in 1906.

5 Dora Stockman, Lecturer of the Michigan State Grange, organized clubs for children too young to join the Grange. Called “Four Leaf Clover” clubs, they were the direct forerunner of this youth organization still active today.

6 A-5 It was persistent Grange “agitation” throughout the 1930’s which led to the construction of publicly-owned power plants and transmission lines, enabling this long time dream to finally become a reality.

7 In early August, National Master Betsy Huber wrote USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack urging him to use his authority to help this agriculture sector. Later that month, the department announced a $20 million purchase of cheese, reducing the surplus holding down farm prices. B-1

8 B-2 Dubbed “The Voice of American Communities”, it returned to the airwaves in November 2016.

9 B-3 The Grange continues to press for this telecommunication service to be made available throughout rural America, giving them greater access to telemedicine, education opportunities, and allowing farmers to take advantage of precision agriculture technologies.

10 B-4 The Grange is working to raise awareness about this issue that is now federally mandated. Of the 644 counties expected to have only one option as a provider in 2017, 70% are considered rural.

11 B-5 The National Grange continues to lobby to maintain this federal/state assistance program, which has been targeted by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to be phased out. For many low-income veterans, seniors, and special-needs people across the country, it is their primary means of communication.

12 C-1 Upon his tombstone in Marietta, Pennsylvania you will find an inscription of Romans 8:

13 A humble marker dedicated to the birthplace of the National Grange is located here in Washington, DC at the corner of Madison and 4th.

14 C-3 National Session Delegates voted to urge Subordinate Granges to donate funds in order that this obelisk could be completed before the nation’s centennial in 1876.

15 C-4 441 ft. long, 56 ft. wide, and built in a mere 21days, the SS Oliver Kelley was a “Liberty Ship” that transported men and supplies during this armed conflict.

16 Built out of 320 field stones,C-5 Built out of 320 field stones, each representing a local farmer served, a monument to this early Grange endeavor is located in Climax, Michigan.

17 D-1 … the National Grange met for a total of 26 days, because there were this number of Sessions that year.

18 D-2 … when National Session was held in Louisville, this host state boasted 100,000 members.

19 D-3 … these “district” or “county” entities were authorized, with each Subordinate Grange within choosing a maximum of three members to receive the newly approved Fifth Degree.

20 … his book, “The History of the Patrons of Husbandry”was published, chronicling his many successes and challenges during the early years of our Order.

21 D-5 … this man’s mail-order catalogue was 72 pages, up from 8 the year before. That catalogue, “The Original Grange Supply House”, was the first of its kind to cater directly to rural populations.

22 It is the monthly e-newsletter of the National Grange.

23 E-2 At the 1870 National Session, these four offices, which could only be held by women, were authorized.

24 E-3 Rev. Aaron Grosh and other Founders have noted their insistence that members of the Order be referred to as “Patrons”, not this term more commonly used today.

25 E-4 This Founder was a world renown botanist, growing one of the first magnolia trees in Washington, and is responsible for the introduction of the navel orange to the United States.

26 E-5 Buried in Oak Hill Cemetery in Washington, D.C., he was the sixth Founder to pass away, survived only by Oliver Kelley.

27 What are LAND GRANT COLLEGES ?

28 What is the DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ?

29 A-3 What is ETHANOL ?

30 A-4 What is 4 – H ?

31 What is RURAL ELECTRIFICATION ?

32 What is THE DAIRY INDUSTRY ?B-1 What is THE DAIRY INDUSTRY ?

33 B-2 What is GRANGE RADIO ?

34 What is WIRELESS BROADBAND ?

35 B-4 What is HEALTH INSURANCE ?

36 What are LIFELINE WIRELESS PHONES ?B-5 What are LIFELINE WIRELESS PHONES ?

37 C-1 Who is REV. AARON GROSH ?

38 What is THE NATIONAL MALL ?C-2 What is THE NATIONAL MALL ?

39 What is THE WASHINGTON MONUMENT ?C-3 What is THE WASHINGTON MONUMENT ?

40 C-4 What is WORLD WAR II ?

41 What is RURAL FREE DELIVERY ?C-5 What is RURAL FREE DELIVERY ?

42 D-1 What is TWO ?

43 D-2 What is KENTUCKY ?

44 D-3 What is POMONA ?

45 Who is OLIVER HUDSON KELLEY ?

46 D-5 Who is MONTGOMERY WARD ?

47 What is THE PATRON’S CHAIN ?

48 Who are the CERES, POMONA, FLORA, LADY ASST. STEWARD ?

49 E-3 What are GRANGERS ?

50 Who is WILLIAM SAUNDERS ?

51 E-5 Who is JOHN TRIMBLE ?