Study Method to Protect Forests This Week
A public education focus highlights the necessity of forest protection with practical rules to follow. Officials urge readers to adopt conservation habits and learn methods to safeguard woodlands.
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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1924
Page
6
Forest Protection Week Proclamation Urges Vigilance
In Montana and across the United States, timber depletion from wasteful logging and fires prompts government action. President Calvin Coolidge designates April 21 to 27 as Forest Protection Week to promote conservation, prudent fire prevention, and reforestation efforts amid rising demand for forest products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
United States
Calvin Coolidge
Forest Protection Week urged by President and fires risk seen
The president urges governors to designate April 21 to 27, 1924 as Forest Protection Week and promote Arbor Day observances. Montana timber value stands at 825 million with 55 billion board feet, and forests support hydro power, irrigation, mining, and recreation while warning against man made fires. Public cooperation urged to prevent fires, with rules for cigarette and campfire safety and fire prevention tips. A separate note highlights copper carbonate dusting to prevent wheat smut, describing simple home mixer designs and safety precautions for workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Montana
Treasure State
A. J. Ogaard
Extension Agronomist
Montana State College
Mr. Ogaard
Indians in Montana corn history cited by Richland expert
Harold F. Depue, Richland county agriculture expert, says three Missouri tribes including the Hidatsa Arika and Mandan practiced advanced corn culture when white contact began in 1738. He notes corn thrived here 200 to 400 years ago before wheat dominance and later declines from pests droughts and soil loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
Richland
Harold F. Depue
Richland County
Depue
Safe Fire Rules for Wooded Areas and Reporting
Instructions emphasize dead-then-bury disposal to avoid inflammables and advise contacting forest rangers. If a fire is seen, stop and fight it briefly while another person alerts authorities. Exercise caution in woods as at home and act thoughtfully at all times.
Montana Farmers Reconsider Corn for Diversified Systems
Mr. Depue advocates corn as a core crop for diversification in Montana. He stresses selecting local adapted early maturing high yielding varieties and highlights county extension tests in Richland County showing progress from variety selection. He notes fodder corn on dry land is not advisable and cites specific corn types for feed and harvest to maximize value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Depue
Montana
Richland County
County Extension Service
Depue
North Dakota
Minnesota
Wisconsin
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