_j._ Before any matter is voted upon the presiding officer must state the motion fully and completely.
_k._ The ordinary form of voting upon regular motions is as follows: Presiding officer: “All in favor of this motion say ‘Aye’ (a short pause for the vote); contrary, ‘No.’” The presiding officer then announces the result by saying: “The motion is carried,” or “The motion is lost.”
_l._ Motions for question of privilege or point of order take precedence over all other motions.
_m._ Never attempt to place too many amendments to a motion. (Two are allowable; that is, an amendment to an amendment.) It is usually much better to offer a substitute motion.
_n._ A motion may not be put to a vote of the meeting until it has been seconded or supported by some member other than the one making the motion.
_o._ In case of tie votes the president or presiding officer decides the motion.
_p._ A motion to adjourn the meeting is in order at any time.
In addition to these simple rules which may serve for the beginning of the club’s activities, each club library should contain a modern work on parliamentary practice.
6. Calls another member to the chair if he or she wishes to take part in the debate.
1. Performs all the duties of the president in case he or she is absent.
4. Reads the minutes of the previous meetings.
5. Acts as chairman in case both president and vice-president are absent.
2. Keeps an account of all moneys collected and paid out.
3. Pays bills when ordered by the president or secretary.
SUGGESTIVE PROGRAMS FOR AGRICULTURAL CLUBS
The programs for club meetings will depend largely on the type of project, the time to be devoted to meetings, and the originality of the leader. There should be something for everyone to do; each individual should have some share in each club meeting.
The general program might divide itself into: (1) project; (2) business, literary, and demonstration; (3) social. No one of these three divisions can be carried on exclusive of the others. The projects will have their stories, the literary programs will sometimes include project demonstrations, while the social spirit should always be present.
It would be well to combine as much of a “do” program as possible with the literary work. Demonstrations, “stunts,” and contests always add interest. Do not forget that music is always a welcome addition to a club program. The following suggestions are given merely to assist the club in arranging for the year’s work. Further suggestions may be obtained by studying the programs of projects other than yours. Meetings should be held at least once a month, perhaps oftener at certain seasons of the year. They may be held in the schoolhouse Friday afternoon, and the young pupils and others, not members of the club, may be guests. Occasional evening meetings with social features and refreshments should be held.