Such migrants should not be considered "resourceless victims" and financial assistance needed to go beyond basic humanitarian aid and pay for infrastructure such as schools and hospitals.
In addition to unemployment and low family income levels, the Secretary could also consider existing USDA rural projects, the extent of outmigration, and existing public assistance.
But to be guarded at such a time, is very difficult. My mother was in hysterics, and though I endeavoured to give her every assistance in my power, I am afraid I did not do so much as I might have done!