Sulphur and Pyrite Production Rise in 1911 United States
The United States produced 265 664 long tons of sulphur in 1911 valued at 4 787 049 dollars and 209 904 long tons of pyrite valued at 1 162 261 dollars, with sulphuric acid output reaching 2 688 456 tons. Imports fell to 29 144 long tons while exports stood at 28 103 long tons, signaling ample domestic supply. Paragraph notes by W C Phalen of the US Geological Survey discuss by product sulphuric acid growth, waste gas conversion efforts in Ducktown and Campo Seco, and the rising importance of acid in industry.
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W. C. Phalen
United States Geological Survey
Wiited States
Louisiana
Utah
Wyoming
Geological Survey
Ducktown
Tenn
Campo Seco
Cal
Washington, D.C
Ten Millions for Roads in Washington State
Seattle dispatch reports ten million dollars will be spent on roads in Washington to complete three trunk lines totaling many miles under the Washington Good Roads Association led by Frank W Guilbert. If the executive committee's plan is approved by the legislature next January, the group will back a bond issue for further road improvements.
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Seattle Dispatch
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Lamm Niles
Washington Good Roads Asso
Frank W Guilbert
Governor to Protect Alfalfa Fields
Hon R J Douglass president of the Water Users Association planned a meeting to discuss importing alfalfa hay from weevil infested Utah districts. He met Governor Oddie in Reno who said he would consult county boards to exclude hay from infected areas.
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Oddie
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Churchill Eagle
Secondary metals recovery in 1911 shows copper from scrap
The United States Geological Survey data prepared by J P Dunlap details secondary copper recovery. About 107 104 tons were recovered with 13 948 tons from refining plants and the rest from secondary materials. At least 31 000 tons came from clean scrap during manufacture, leaving 76 104 tons from ashes cinders scrap and discarded material. Railways supplied 13 200 tons of brass in addition to copper in other alloys. Copper from secondary sources amounted to about 19 percent of domestic production in 1911.
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United States Geological Survey
J. P. Dunlap
Wrong Diagnosis in a Humorous Medical Exchange
In a quirky exchange the doctor urges outdoor activity to lift the patient’s mood. The patient reveals he is a letter carrier, prompting a candid moment about daily work and social contact. The dialogue underscores simple remedies for low spirits and the value of interaction.
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Heelem
Little Girl Poem Warns Against Dressing Too Bare
A harsh verse criticizes a child’s clothing, urging more protection and modesty. The speaker condemns the girl’s attire as inappropriate and dangerous, predicting dire consequences if she continues to dress scantily. The piece reflects dated social norms and gender expectations in urban life.
Germany Protects Sugar Subsidies Under Pressure
In a long running policy, Germany has paid over 60 million dollars in direct subsidies to its sugar industry while twenty years of support total nearly 200 million. Protectionists argue the actions defend national interests despite strong US opposition and persistent obstacles.
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Germany
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