Better Roads in Michigan Boost County Valuation Profits
Wayne County shows a 125 percent return from road improvements over eight years 1908 to 1914 with $2,000,000 in bonds. County valuation outside Detroit rose 82.6 percent, of which 22,000,000 is credited to road work as Detroit’s growth lagged. Over 125 miles of concrete roads have been laid, reducing upkeep and extending road life.
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Farm distances to market affect land values, study finds
A Farmers' Review summary notes larger per acre values for farms near markets, with averages rising from $78.80 at two miles to $55.90 beyond eight miles. Road quality also impacts location desirability, suggesting people prefer longer but permanent hard roads over closer but poorer ones.
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Sutton
Farmers’ Review
Road builders urged for perpetual upkeep of new roads
A letter advocates frequent attention to new permanent roads, warning neglect leads to rapid deterioration and costly rebuilding. It praises a dedicated road builder for weekly maintenance. Mn and Mrs Ray Jerome and children return home after visiting Mrs Jerome's mother, Mrs T H L Biesner.
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Ray Jerome
Jerome
Kansas City Stock Yards Market Report July 24
Market recap from Kansas City and Chicago shows heavy cattle receipts, unevenly higher prices with top steers around 25.90, Oklahoma cattle plentiful, hogs steady to higher, and lambs weaker. Specifics include Wilson & Selfridge steers from Okmulgee at 1202 lbs, feeders and cows priced, and cash wheat and corn quotes.
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Oklahoma
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Okmulgee
Chaige Timothy
Chicago
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President to press child labor and compensation bills
Washington July 25 President Kennedy said he will insist on adopting pending child labor and federal compensation bills during the current session. A favorable committee report on the compensation bill passed the house. Democratic senators were summoned to discuss including the child labor measure in this session's agenda.
Real estate transfers listed for Lawrence Kansas area
Real estate transfer notes show abbreviations and names including AL libhing and wife Law unte A M Linn and Vic P Johnson and wife. Transactions mention Lot 67 on New Jersey street and Lots 18 and 15 in a Lawrence block with amounts cited around 350 dollars and other considerations in Lawrence Kansas.
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Unte A.M. Linn
New Jersey Street
Obesity Cure Claims With Korein Oil Diet Aid
An old health advertisement touts Korein oil as a weight loss aid promising fresh air and rapid fat reduction. It claims improved digestion and visible weight loss within days, urging regular use and announcing purported health benefits despite dubious medical backing.
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Korpin
Ariley
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Kerein
Outline of Loan Act for Federal Land Banks Provisions
President Wilson signed a broad act to establish twelve Federal land banks and several joint stock banks to extend farm loans. It authorizes mortgages up to 1 percent of land value and 20 percent of improvements, with borrowers owning stock and sharing profits. Interest capped at 6 percent, with terms up to 40 years and regular payments, under Farm Loan Board supervision.
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Patcee eatin petay gt eer r CARS STANT
The readable fragments mention plans around a Cars Stand and a public notice date in November. Names and exact details are unclear, but the text notes work to be done and entries related to a gathering or event at a stand.
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Candidacy Announcements in Douglas County Republican Primaries
Numerous notices declare candidates for state and county offices subject to the August Republican primaries. Names include Willer Ss Mistend, C. Sueve, Tam a, G. Fisher, Charles Parel, McKone, Wourward, Joan Ruang, J.B. Afulson, Stewart, Gregor y, Moss, Powell, Harwood, Charles Elwell, Allison Andrews, Worthrup, and O J Lane.
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Prignarich
Charles Elwell
Clerk of Dogs
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