Child Labor as a Public Issue at Montana Oratorical Contest
The Montana State Normal College representative Thomas E. Clapp delivered a full oration on Child Labor, detailing its reach from New England to Oregon and Georgia to Montana. He argues the system harms body and mind, hinders education, and endangers the republic, urging public sentiment and stronger laws to free children from factory toil.
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Poultry Rising on the Increase Across the Nation
An eastern exchange cites official reports showing the United States poultry industry swelling since 1880. In 1900 eggs and fowl valued at $281 million, with hens producing $144 million in eggs. poultry ranked high among farm products behind cattle and horses, signaling a broad rise in poultry farming nationwide.
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Fruit Culture in Montana
Montana fruit farming stands in its infancy with apples leading acres and trees. Washington's horticulture commissioner notes growth as irrigation and railways expand orchards, signaling larger future returns and new lands cleared for fruit production.
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A Tip for Wool Growers From William M. Woods
William M. Woods, president of the American Woolen Company, urges woolgrowers to avoid tying fleeces with sisal twine. He notes fiber damage lowers fabric value and orders wool buyers to pay less for fleeces containing this twine unless a reduced price offsets the loss.
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Wool Trade Urges Ban on Sisal Twine for Wool
Wool dealers warn buyers and correspondents to avoid wool tied with sisal twine. They stage a strict stand not to take fleece tied with sisal twine in the fleece wool states and require explicit instructions on discounts before purchases or consignments.
Sleeping car comfort expands on Southwest Limited
The Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway unveils a change on its Southwest Limited between Chicago and Kansas City with white counterpanes replacing heavy woolen blankets. Blankets will be kept in reserve for cooler nights, aiming to improve comfort for sleeping car travelers.
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