This bibliography is believed to be reasonably complete as regards publications issued by the federal government and State agencies and includes a considerable number of references from other sources. The material has been classified according to subjects, the subject matter index of this department being used as a guide. Within each subject the references are arranged alphabetically by authors. Each reference has been given a number for convenience in cross referencing. Cross references, when given, are placed at the end of the sections.

This bibliography was first issued in mimeographed form in August, 1930, and was used at the meeting of the American Country Life Association at the thirteenth National Country Life Conference, Madison, Wis., October, 1930.