Rolling roads and the value of durable road rollers
The article argues for using heavy road rollers on dirt roads to create a hard, uniform Macadam like surface. It explains how initial rolling reveals soft spots, how wheel traffic concentrates wear, and how proper rolling with fillings produces a stable grade. It notes the social and economic benefits of good roads for rural life and commerce, and references broad tires as a related improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tree
Paty
King's Highway
Toronto Globe
The Rise of Special Schools in Modern Education
A fragment discusses shifting from broad college training to specialized schools that fit a two to three year path for young adults to earn a living. It argues for selecting one or two focused departments, enabling later leisure to study more, and notes universities take too long for practical needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Limes & Feodus
Ool
The World's Pair and Vision for Chicago's Future
The article contrasts early fair progress with widespread exhibit delays, praising American merchants for effort while noting stronger foreign displays. It cites Emperor William’s misgivings after German election results and praises Fargo's resilience post fire, likening northwest citizens to builders who transform raw lands into civilization.
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Infanta Eulalio
Harrison
Chicago
Infanta
Chicago Directory
Staten
Minois
Fargo
Tenta
Northwest
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WEA Rollers
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Obo
Chowen
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Coumater Bae
Willam
Berlin
William
Germany
Pellmell
Geo. E. Bates
Contractor & Builder
Baumentee
Athena
Oregon
Nichols
C. L. Reeves
Knapp, Burrell & Company
JT. Gorman
Oliver
Columbus Buggy Co
J Bugales
Racing Co
Haaks
Umatilla County
G.M. Froome
Oak
Blaine
Piobrafry
Maine
A. K. PB
Hercules
Alt
Henry Sill
Norwich
Conn
Taft Tolbert
Fourth Street
Athena, Ore
COLES
Choice Farms
R. J. Boddy
Meat Market
Main & Fourth
Gilman
Fan
Insurance
MooenaTe Peta
U.S. Earen
Witon
Cote Oh
A.snow&co
Athena Restaurant
Hanprn
H. P. Mitzen
Main Street Bet
The
Nicholas
JW. Froome & Son
Neta
ST. Nichols Hotel
Ita
Joseph J. Bill
London
Eng
Jos. J. Bill
Athena Oregon
Cons
H. Dopp & Co
First and Vine Sts
Portland, OR
Schuttler Farm & Market
Aultman's Star Traction Engine
J.H. Clark
Mag’s
South Side Main Street
L. D
the Athena Meat Market
Frank Beal
Fre Voranek Beal
John Gillis
Dan Gills
Gillis Bros
N. A. Mruxer
Wregeren
Ripans
Fe Ree
Droggiste Everywhere
wgDeea
Soumey
Skookum Root Hair Grower CO
South Vin Avent, New York
Pes Rene
Ae Rae Tan Aluiange
Clark Walter
Chas. C. Sharp
N. A. Miller
Riage
Perconsens
Watts
Main St. Athena
Rushford
Gate City
Cox,McRae & Co
Stine
Athena Livery Stable
J. M. Smetherman
R. Wor
J. A. Nelson
Fourth & Current
Omaha
Kansas City
ST Paul
ST. Louis
Bas Pease Ataees
Spokane
Interme Ene
Poses
Portia
Interneat 2
Bes
Pendleton
Spotkane
Erionets
Pullman
Portland
San Francisco
A. Breall Depot
Athens
W. H. Hurlaut
Wastington
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