State aid in road building and centralized authority
The article argues for strong centralized authority in road and bridge construction to ensure economical, durable, and well located state and national roads. It cites Wisconsin 1911 as a model, emphasizes testing materials, proper plans, and inspections, and warns against ineffective local schemes and unsafe bridges. It notes the need for state supervision to prevent over- or under-specification and to secure long-term public value.
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Indiana
Iowa
New Jersey
State Highway Department
Wisconsin
Highway Department
State Highway Commission
AN IDYE OF THE FOREST. Patriarch of the Woods Speaks
An aged tree narrator recalls a pioneer family building a home beneath its shade. He remembers the great grandfather who chose the site, the wife who spun and sewed, and the child who rested in the forest where time has passed a hundred rings. The tale urges youth to embrace life with joy and new opportunity.
Parcel post shows rapid growth in first US three months
Postmaster General Burleson reports over 150 million parcels moved in the first three months of parcel post with March up 56 percent from January. The 50 largest offices estimate March totals at 62 million parcels led by Chicago with 6.8 million New York 5.978 million and Boston 1.657 million.
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Burleson
Chicago
New York
Boston
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