The Long Leaf Pine and Its Growth in Sand Barrens
A detailed study of the long leaf pine dominant near Pinehurst, outlining its deep taproot, low first-year growth, and tufted leaf formation. It notes how the tree survives sandy soils, its resistance to early branching, and the threats from hogs, cattle, beetles, fungi, and fire, with emphasis on root systems and timber quality.
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Pinehurst
W. W. Ashe
Stite Geological Survey
Straightened Fence Fight Ends In Generous Settlement
Lawyer Hackett of Somerville buys disputed land tied to a long running fence lawsuit. When his neighbor demands anchoring the fence on both properties, Hackett suggests extending the encroachments to his own land then asks the neighbor to take enough to be sure their rights are clear. The neighbor refuses to move the fence and decides to drop the land dispute, citing principle over possession.
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Hackett
Somerville
Sackett
Tackett
Lewiston Journal