Tree Raising Profitable Preserving the Forest Lands
A New York Tribune idea is echoed here urging rural landowners to plant trees on barren tracts to yield six to twenty dollars per acre. Government reports note red cedar, European larch and white pine can bring hundreds per acre at maturity, while younger timber supports matches, barrels, gunpowder, veneer and pulp uses, boosting demand as roads and railways rise.
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New York Tribune
Uncle Sam
Sam
National Forest Service
Maine
California
United States
New York
Pennsylvania
New England
Middle Atlantic States
Germany
Grand Duchy of Hesse
Texas
Bavaria
Switzerland
America
Zurich
Commonwealth
Reading ad investment determines its paid value
A leading reading item argues that advertising only pays if its return covers the cost, otherwise the ad is wasted. The text emphasizes the ad’s effectiveness rests on measurable payback to the sponsor rather than general exposure.
Farmers Bulletin urges seed-tested corn to boost yields
An editor urges farmers to obtain Farmers Bulletin No. 253 from Congress or the Agriculture Commissioner. The piece highlights that 15,000,000 bushels of corn are needed for seed annually in the U.S. and that over half of tested ears in 1906 were unfit for seed, warning improved seed could add hundreds of millions of bushels and substantial value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commissioner of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
Good Road Principles From Columlius Engineer
Civil engineer Charles L. Wood of Columibus urges county road reform for Lowndes Mississippi. He calls for a dedicated road commissioner, competitive contracts, proper road width, crown, and grade, seasonal work, and the use of traction engines, road scrapers, steam rollers, ditching machines, and mule-drawn carts to improve bed formation and drainage.
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Charles L. Wood
Columibus
Board of Supervisors
Lowndes County
Mississippi
Ram Husbandry Urges Daily Pasture Exercise
The article argues that a ram needs Payne or feed and, like the ewe, must have sunshine and exercise. If no pasture is available, the ram should be turned out into the yard daily for fresh air and movement.
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Payne
German Emperor Plans Annual Spring Trip to Corfu
Berlin March 22 Emperor William fully recovered from illness will begin his spring vacation tomorrow. He will travel by rail with a luxurious private car and stop in Vienna for a brief audience with Emperor Francis Joseph before continuing to Corfu. On return he may visit Rome for Italy’s semicentennial exposition.
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Corfu
Francis Joseph
Vienna
Berlin
William
Elizabeth of
Austria
Rome
Italy
War Ad Appeals for Backing and Business Plan
The note suggests seeking funding for a wartime advertisement and emphasizes the need for a solid business plan to secure backing. It frames the ad as a tool to attract investors or sponsors during conflict-related campaigns.
Ward Faces Murder Trial Over Fatal October Shootout
In Hanford California James Ward is in court for trial on murder charges in the killing of Tommy Clayton during a drunken October brawl. Ward is expected to plead self defense.
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Hanford
Cal
James Ward
Tommy
How He Cured His Skin Disease
A man recounts years of eczema suffering then credits S S S blood purifier for a total, lasting cure. The ad extols purifying the blood to remove humors, claims permanent relief, and invites readers to request a free book from The Swift Specific Co. Atlanta.
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S. S.S
S.S. S
Hackberry
Ottumwa
Iowa
Pr. C. Norfolk
Mr. Norfolk
S.S.S
S.S
THE
Swift Specific CO
Atlanta, GA
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Cater - Kilby Hardware CO
R. F. Kolb
Montgomery, Ala
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Good Road Principles
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