Municipal debt seen as investment in growth and stability
The Philadelphia Bulletin notes 1918 census figures show most large cities spent within means, with revenues exceeding current expenses and interest in many cases. It argues that municipal debt, for permanent improvements, is a necessary capital for development and tax base expansion, and that current revenue comparisons better reflect financial health than total outlays.
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Federal Census Bureau
Philadelphia Bulletin
Plant and Preserve Trees Nature's prime sources of food and beauty
Clarence Ousley, Assistant Secretary of Agriculture, extols trees as vital for nourishment and ecology. He muses that forests shelter future races and urges replenishment of wast ing forests to fulfill a greater destiny, praising trees as nature's harp and guardian.
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Clarence Ousley
Secretary of Agriculture
Modern Building Methods Condemned In Oregon Report
The second annual report of the Oregon state fire marshal cites defects found by the state inspector for the year ended March 1919. Defective wiring 229 floor and wall protection lacking 191 defective pipes stoves and flues 125 chimneys on brackets 482 exposed openings 181. It notes 482 chimneys on brackets show primitive construction, stressing need for strict building regulations to prevent fires in all cities.
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Oregon
Climbing Hydrangea Described for Garden Use
The climbing hydrangea Schizophragma hydrangeoides is noted for covering tree trunks and rough walls where it self supports. Failures arise from gardener impatience. After three years of establishment, growth accelerates. Prefers partial shade but tolerates sun and offers a summer display of hundreds of blooms.
Proper Soil for Trees and Shrubs in City Planting
Guidance on using rich soil for planting trees and shrubs. Emphasizes soil quality, noting city soils are often clay filled with stones and sand. Recommends adding a rich top layer, even if it requires hauling soil from distant locations.
Christmas Tree and Santa Visit Tale
A Christmas tree imagines Santa trimming it and warming his hands by the fireplace as coals chat and recall years past. Santa arrives through the chimney, praises the tree, and quickly sets to delivering presents while the family sends cheerful Christmas wishes.
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Santa Claus
Santa
Expect Good Will and Friendly Intentions
A quotable piece encourages living without fear of hurting others. It urges thoughts filled with friendship and goodwill, so the negative fear of making enemies rarely arises. The message promotes positive social conduct and considerate communication.
Strike settlement ends coal world crisis amid wage plan
The soft coal strike ended with a 14 percent wage rise and a government appointed commission to set future wages and working conditions. President Wilson, Palmer, and Garfield steered terms while unions, operators, and rail officials prepared for a rapid return to production as fuel shortages eased.
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Edward W. Pickard
Garfield
Wilson
Lewis
Green
Washington
Railroad Administration
Girfield
Palmer
Indianapolis
Fuel Administration
Anarchists Goldman and Berkman Seek Supreme Court Aid
Emma Goldman and Alexander Berkman urged the U S Supreme Court to review their deportation case after failing to halt removal. Federal officials announced that Berkman Goldman and other aliens would be shipped out within two weeks.
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Emma Goldman
Alexander Berkman
Russia
Supreme Court of the
United States
Berkman
Miss Goldman
Australian aviator completes record flight to Australia
Capt. Ross Smith, an Australian aviator, completed his 11,500 mile air journey from Houndston near London to Port Darwin Australia in thirty days. He won a prize of 50 000 dollars plus other money prizes. His route included Paris Rome Saloniki Cairo Damascus Baghdad Bushire Delhi Nangoon Bangkok Singapore and Kalidahd West Java.
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England
Australia
Ross Smith
Houndston
London
Port Darwin
Live stock losses hit record low cholera study
United States Department of Agriculture analysis shows 2,815,004 hogs, valued at $62,042,888.16, died from cholera in 13 months 1918 to 1919, the lowest toll ever for such a period though high hog prices kept monetary loss substantial. Vaccination timing matters, with early vaccination reducing losses to about 4 percent versus 29 percent if delayed. Clean hog yards and barns are urged.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United Stat
United States
Meat Production Lags Population Growth Says Expert
Dr. C W MecCampbell of Kansas State Agricultural College notes fewer cattle hogs and sheep per thousand people since 1900. He warns meat consumption rises, ranges shrink, and higher prices are likely as supplies must come from farms where costs are higher.
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United States
C. W. MecCampbell
Kansas State Agricultural College
McCampbell
More Live Stock Demanded Brings Less Crop Marketing
More livestock means less market ing of crops and reduces producers' costs as animals convert feed into value at current prices for milk cream beef pork mutton wool and other products.
Livestock notes on hogs and livestock breeds
Livestock notes urge focusing on sheep and hogs. Yorkshire and Berkshire hogs are highlighted as desirable bacon types. The hog may become the most indispensable meat as breeding shifts to market demands, while weary horse breeders look to align with market needs.
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Yorkshire
Berkshire
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