Editorial Outlook Says Prosperity Returns With Big Investors
The editorial argues prosperity is returning, led by big finance and rail interests. It notes increased corporate capitalization since November, a surge in orders for locomotives and steel cars, and ample money in circulation. It cautions against idle money and predicts a broader recovery through 1909 as industries expand and imports rise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft
United States Steel Corporation
Vanderbilt
Cotton Belt
Barriman
Increase in farm production urged by national report
The National Conservation Commission findings, chaired by Senator Knute Nelson, show that U S soil fertility overall holds steady or improves in many regions. The report warns that agricultural lands must match rising demand by producing at least the current level, if not more, to meet national food needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Conservation Commission
Knute Nelson
Minnesota
United States
Dreeimt
Fertile future urged as U S soils face limits on growth
The report notes the United States has about 3 million square miles of land, with over one fifth cultivated and forests covering a quarter. Nine of ten counties hold or gain soil fertility, but areas in Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma show higher infertility due to poor farming and low fertilizer use. Higher yields per acre are needed to feed a growing population.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Mississippi
Louisiana
Texas
Arkansas
Oklahoma
Cotton Belt
Western
Europe
Changing gauge of old EB and C railroad
Southern Pacific accelerates standardization of the old Carson and Colorado line north of Keeler using 75 pound rails. Grading covers ten miles from Keeler with Mojave company handling sub-grading. Completion within a year expected, with a Ming connection to broad gauge and possible Laws spur into Bishop to boost shipping. Reno Creamery suspends business amid unresolved finances, likely to pay remaining material owed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sparks
Southern Pacific
Narrow Gage
Keeler
Mojave
Carson
Colorado
Broad Gage
Ming
Bishop
Reno
Reno Creamery Company
Washoe Valley
Carson City
No Through Service Tragic Hill Collision
A tall man slips on ice while descending a steep hill and collides with a large woman. They slide together to a stop with the man beneath and the woman atop. As she regains breath and footing, he murmurs, Pardon me madam, but you will have to get off here. This is as far as I go.
Mispah grill promises unexcelled cuisine and service
A fragment notes the Mispah grill offering unexcelled cuisine and service. The brief item hints at a dining venue likely advertising its quality and guest experience in a historic period style.
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Nevada
W. W. Booth
Associated Pres
Romanus
Tonovah
Harriman
H. A. McKim
Rounsevell
Reno Creamery
Coats
S. Bert Cohen
John Gregovich
Ruits
TN Brason
Pioneer Stables
Manhattan
Summerfield & Johnson, Props
McLean and McSweeney
FRED
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Sonman's Lilly
Lower
Main St
Wilkes Warehouse Company
Tonopah Banking Corporation
Exchange
George §. Nixon
George Wingfield
Eugene Howell
B.C. Moore
H. ©. Brougher
W. J. Douglas
W. J. Harris
Chas. &. Knox
T. L. Oddie
Wittenberg Warehouse & Transfer
Xmas Goods
Tonopah Jewelry Store
Ernest Dobrowsky
Prop
Tonopah Drug Co
the Kennet
Cronnellan Company
SAN Fila See Tock’s and Exchange
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Tanopah
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