anaheim-gazette 1908-06-18

USE TIMBER WINDBREAKS California Included in a Study by the Forest Service to Prevent Crop Ruination by Hot Winds in Arid Regions [CORRESPONDENCE OF THE GAZETTE.] Washington, June 11.—Uncle Sam’s tree planting and farm experts have just undertaken a practical and scientific study of the use and effect of timber windbreaks and shelterbelts in the agricultural regions of fourteen western states. This is the first time in this country that a study of this much discussed question has been undertaken over a wide region under one plan, for the purpose of collecting data for the benefit of the agriculturists who are developing the western plains. At present windbreaks are planted haphazard, one kind here, another there. If one kind is better than another, the government experts think that fact ought to be known, and it is believed that the study about to be undertaken will settle the question once for all. It will at least collect such facts never before brought together. The work will be done by the United States Forest Service. In some states the agricultural experiment stations will co-operate in the studies, and in these cases the Forest Service will provide the necessary apparatus, and the other expenses will be shared half and half by the government and experiment stations. The investigations will be taken up in five states this year and extended to the other nine as rapidly as the investigations are completed. Four of the states in which the study will be made this year are Nebraska, Colorado, of the West are well known strongly across the unobscured winds may in a few hope of even a partial halt particularly in the lower central plains region, and unusually low rainfall. Most to be feared blow from west or south. In the no longer region the farmer is exposed “Chinook” wind, which from the Canadian mountains either dries out growing prevails before the dandelions is past, causes urging vegetation forwardly. Cold winter winds injure crops, make the severe for stock and men with an even covering of ground. This is true from most to the Gulf. In Southern California from the north and north down from the Mohave destructive results. Combine these winds may reduce yield of unprotected field nothing. Windbreaks on and Monterey cypress, common use to protect oak and orchards, long ago co-sessors of highly valuable land of the value of trees protection purposes. But there are two sides to break question. Some proclaim declare positively that orange, for instance, are among others cite figures to show benefit. Mr. Morris Thorn lives near Downs, Kansas, yield of corn from a field in the south by a row of tall as six bushels per acre in places where there is no About fifteen acres are this way. It is highly important the wind-break occupies s the agricultural experiment stations will co-operate in the studies, and in these cases the Forest Service will provide the necessary apparatus, and the other expenses will be shared half and half by the government and experiment stations. The investigations will be taken up in five states this year and extended to the other nine as rapidly as the investigations are completed. Four of the states in which the study will be made this year are Nebraska, Colorado, Oklahoma and Kansas. The fifth will be either Minnesota, North Dakota or Iowa. Ultimately the investigations will cover Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Oklahoma, Colorado, Texas, New Mexico, Utah, California, Washington and Idaho. The sudden ruin that hot winds sometimes bring to growing crops in parts ... Our Alteration proved a perfect success. Why? Because we are selling every marked in plain figures and we are selling all goods with We shall continue our sale every day this week, the same goods will hold out. Very respectful Ahlborn & Successors to HERMAN STERN Dry Goods Depa Amoskeag Ginghams regular 8¢ c During this sale.....5c a yard 9-4 Bleached Sheeting regular 30c During this sale.....25c a yd. 36-in. Hope Muslin regular 10c During this sale.....8½ c yd. Ladies' Waists white embroidery effect During this sale.....75 cents Outing Flannel light and dark colors, regular During this sale.....8 9-4 Unbleached Sheets regular 27¢ c During this sale.....22 Wm. Simpson & Sons Prints regular 7¢ c During this sale.....5c Torcheon Waists regular $1.75 During this sale..... During this sale...5c a yard 9-4 Bleached Sheeting regular 30c During this sale...25c a yd. 36-in. Hope Muslin regular 10c During this sale...8½c yd. Ladies' Waists white embroidery effect During this sale...75 cents 72-in. Table Damask Diamond pattern $1.50 During this sale...$1 a yard Shoe Department Walk-Over Shoes regular $4 00 During this sale.....$3.35 Opera or House Slipper for men, $1.50 During this sale.....$1.25 Men's Work Shoes regular $3 25 During this sale.....$2.75 Infants Shoes regular 50c During this sale.....43c Radcliff Shoes regular $2.50 During this sale... Black Velvet Slippers regular 75c During this sale... Ladies' Oxfordes black $2.50 During this sale... Children's Shoes regular $1.15 During this sale... Clothing and Gents' I BOYS' SUITS, sizes 5 to 10 yrs., regular $2.50 and $3.50. During this sale.....$1.50 MEN'S STRAW HATS, regular 50c to 60l. During sale 20c up HALF HOSE for men. During this sale.....3 for 25c MEN'S SUITS, sack and 50 small sizes, $10 and up. During this sale... MEN'S DRESS SHIRTS, colors and fancy, regular $1.25. During sale... MEN'S WORK SHIRTS, lar 50c. During sale... We will sell 3 spools of Coats cotton thread for 10c during right prices. Prompt attention, free delivery. This is a bond will be paid for eggs and taken in exchange for goods. West are well known. Blowing gently across the unobstructed plains, the winds may in a few days blast all of even a partial harvest. This is regularly in the lower portion of the central plains region, and in years of generally low rainfall. Here the winds also be feared blow from the south or south. In the northern prairie the farmer is exposed to the hot "cook" wind, which sweeps down the Canadian mountains. This dries out growing crops or, if it fails before the danger of killing it is past, causes loss through vegetation forward premature- cold winter winds also do great harm to crops, make the climate more dry for stock and men, and interfere even covering of snow upon the land. This is true from Canada alone to the Gulf. Southern California, dry winds in the north and northeast sweep from the Mohave Desert with effective results. Coming in June, winds may reduce the wheat of unprotected fields to almost zero. Windbreaks of eucalyptus monterey cypress, now in such use to protect orange groves on chards, long ago convinced posits of highly valuable irrigated by the value of tree planting for cultivation purposes. There are two sides to the wind question. Some prairie farmers are positively that belts of osage berries, for instance, are a "nuisance."cite figures to show positive Mr. Morris Thompson, who near Downs, Kansas, gives his off corn from a field protected on both by a row of tall cottonwood bushels per acre more than in where there is no protection. Fifteen acres are benefitted in any way. It is highly improbable that wind-break occupies sufficient land of peaches, which is now rare. At that time we had plenty of timber around our fields and orchards, now cleared away." The Forest Service proposes to find out just when and how much wind-breaks increase the yield of crops. To carry out the plans, much technical work will be necessary. Instruments will be used to measure heat and cold, moisture and dryness, both above and below ground; to register the force of the wind near the wind-breaks and some distance away: to measure light intensity, and take note of the effects of shade; to register frost at different distances from the trees; and to keep account of the effect of the wind-breaks on the snow which covers the ground to leeward in winter. Many other measurements and tests will be made, and elaborate data will be collected by experts who will have charge of the study. Many disputed questions will thus be settled and the data gathered will be placed at the disposal of the farmers who desire it. Doubtless rows of trees between fields sometimes do more harm than good, by casting shade and abstracting water from the soil. Trees may also increase the danger from frost, since the movement of the air lessens that danger. The Forest Service will study all sorts of conditions, including the relative value of wind-breaks, consisting of a single row of trees, and shelterbelts, made up of a number of such rows. A wind-break is usually planted for protection alone, a shelterbelt for both protection and the growing of timber. Corn will be the crop studied behind the wind-break this year. Trustworthy conclusions can not be obtained by comparing results from different crops. Each crop makes its own demand upon the soil, so that what would destroy one might do little harm to another. Corn is a particularly good crop to ex- positive that belts of osage for instance, are a "nuisance." cite figures to show positive Mr. Morris Thompson, who near Downs, Kansas, gives his of corn from a field protected on with by a row of tall cottonwoods bushels per acre more than in where there is no protection. fifteen acres are benefitted in by. It is highly improbable that wind-break occupies sufficient land at this benefit. Illinois farmer sums up his obserupon this matter thus: "My ence is that now, in cold and winters, wheat protected by belts yield full crops, while not protected yield only one-third op. Twenty-five or thirty years never had any wheat killed by frosts, and every year a full crop number of such rows. A wind-break is usually planted for protection alone, a shelter belt for both protection and the growing of timber. Corn will be the crop studied behind the wind-break this year. Trustworthy conclusions can not be obtained by comparing results from different crops. Each crop makes its own demand upon the soil, so that what would destroy one might do little harm to another. Corn is a particularly good crop to experiment with because it is easily injuried by hot dry winds, will not stand shading, and is very sensitive to frost. The instruments and apparatus for each State will be read weekly by persons assigned to that duty by the Agricultural Experiment Stations in the respective States. The whole work will be in charge of an expert for the Forest Service at Washington, who Our tion Sale we are selling everything exactly as advertised. All goods are selling all goods with the guarantee, "Satisfaction or Money Back." this week, the same prices as quoted below will rule as long as the Very respectfully, & Raymond to HERMAN STERN, Anaheim, Cal. Goods Department Outing Flannels and dark colors, regular 12½c ing this sale.....8½c yd. 4 Unbleached Sheeting regular 27½c ing this sale.....22½c yd. Simpson & Sons Standard Prints regular 7½c ing this sale.....5c a yard Torcheon Waists regular $1.75 ing this sale.....$1.25 Drapery Twills regular 10c During this sale.....7½c yd. 36 in. Figuered Silkoline regular 15c During this sale.....10c a yd. Laces and Embroideries 'a good selection During this sale.....1c up Muslin Gowns lace trimmed, regular 98c During this sale.....75c will be assisted this sunor four persons, also frService, who will study tions in the States under in regard to the effects oi on crops. The work will crops are gathered next t actual yield of sheltered measured, and results c nearby unsheltered fields observations will continuwinter. It is expected that the published both by the B and by the Experiment S cooperate in carrying out Company E, N.G.C.,, election June 25. The signed officers here will 4 Unbleached Sheeting regular 27½c buy this sale...22½c yd. Simpson & Sons Standard Prints regular 7¼c buy this sale...5¢ a yard Torcheon Waists regular $1.75 buy this sale.....$1.25 34-in. Table Damask Floral design 90c buy this sale...65¢ a yd. Radcliff Shoes regular $2.50 buy this sale.....$2.10 Black Velvet Slippers regular 75c buy this sale.....50c Ladies' Oxfordes black $2.50 buy this sale.....$1.95 Children's Shoes regular $1.15 buy this sale.....90c Canvass Shoes white and gray, regular $1.50 During this sale.....$1.25 Patent Leather Pumps for men, $1.50 During this sale.....$1.25 Ladies' Oxfordes champaign, $3.50 During this sale.....$2.75 Misses' Shoes regular $1.25 During this sale.....$1.10 End Gents' Furnishings SUITS, sack and frock, full sizes, $10 and up, Dursale sale.....$5.00 DRESS SHIRTS, solid and fancy, regular $1 and During sale.....90c WORK SHIRTS, reguDuring sale.....35c MEN'S HATS, all kinds $2.50 During sale.....$1.50 MEN'S UNDERWEAR, Balbriggan and ribbed, regular 50c During sale.....40c MEN'S WORK GLOVES, regular 50c. During sale.....38c Thread for 10¢ during sale. "GROCERIES"—seasonable goods at any. This is a bona fide sale strictly for cash. Highest price for goods. Company E, N.G.C., the election June 25. The tioned officers here will be ed their terms by that ficers are Captain Hermann heim; First Lieutenant of Buena Park, and Second Selinger of Placentia. of Santa Ana will have the election. The local com of the highest records in attendance, equipment, ever has issued an order panies of the Seventh whose home towns no For celebration will be held Pedro on the Fourth of J Rev. Mitchell, who has visit to his home in Erie weeks past is expected part of the week. Beginning with Sunday continuing indefinitely the Herald will print a four section entirely devoted every description. It will Jay Davidson, who will be a staff of recognized au sporting subjects. Leave Wirsching. Articles of incorporation filed by the Beebe-Weisel cle and implement firm. This has been capitalized at $8000 has been subscribed directors as follows: P.J.W B.V. Beebe, $4000; Louis V "LOUDON'S" DRY GOODS STORE Sunset Phone 1061 AHEIM, CAL. EXTRA! EXTRA! WHILE THEY LAST No. 1—Ladies' White Wash Skirts, Gored and Pleated, made from a good quality of Glasgow Suiting, extra widths, all sizes and fine value at $1.75, at... $1.25 No. 2—All the Pillow Tops regardless of Cost—quite a variety and matched backs. We've had them priced at 50c and sold lots of them. Your choice now at each... 35c STANDARD PATTERN AGENCY GEORGE LOUDON & COMPANY Special Surrey Sale Our No. 61 Page Canopy Top Surrey we start next Saturday on June 20, at the regular price of $165.00, and we will reduce the price every morning thereafter $2.50 until sold. This Surrey is a real bargain at $165.00, and anyone in need of a Surrey now has an opportunity to get a genuine snap. WICKERSHEIM IMPLEMENT COMPANY FULLERTON, CAL. OPENING GUN! GRAND Republican Ratification Grand Opera House, Santa Ana Saturday Evening, June 20, '08 Hon. Clyde Bishop Other prominent speakers will pay tribute to the princes of the Republican party and its nominees. Music will be furnished by the Santa Ana band. All believers Republican principles and Roosevelt policies should turn and make this opening meeting of the campaign an enthusiastic success. Be assisted this summer by three our persons, also from the Forest Office, who will study general conditions in the States under investigation, regard to the effects of wind-breaks apps. The work will continue until are gathered next fall, when the yield of sheltered fields will be used, and results compared with any unsheltered fields. Some of the variations will continue through the year. Is expected that the results will be shared both by the Forest Service by the Experiment Stations which rate in carrying out the work. Placentia Mr. and Mrs. James Schumacher and Prof. Walter Crowther got up a pleasant surprise party Sunday in honor of O. H. Schumacher, it being his 37th birthday. The visitors went to the Schumacher home loaded down with many good things to eat and spent a pleasant day. The Crowther orchestra furnished good music for the happy occasion. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Wagner celebrated their fourth wedding anniversary recently by giving a big dinner at their home in Placentia, and having as guests a number of relatives and friends. The affair was a very happy one for all present. Most of the Placentia people attended yield of sheltered fields will be secured, and results compared with any unsheltered fields. Some of the installations will continue through the year. Is expected that the results will be matched both by the Forest Service by the Experiment Stations which rate in carrying out the work. Company E, N.G.C., will hold an election June 25. The three commission officers here will have complete terms by that date. The office Captain Herman Stern, Anaheim First Lieutenant Kellenberger Bena Park, and Second Lieutenant Vestal Placentia. Major Vestal Santa Ana will have charge of the town. The local company has one highest records in the state for finance, equipment, etc. Col. Shriya issued an order that all companies of the Seventh regiment in home towns no Fourth of July station will be held, be at San Antonio the Fourth of July. Mitchell, who has been on a trip to his home in Erie, Pa., for six past is expected back the latter day of the week. Running with Sunday June 21 and beginning indefinitely the Los Angeles area will print a four page green description. It will be edited by Davidson, who will be assisted by a team of recognized authorities on big subjects. Leave orders with Mitchell. Alleles of incorporation have been approved by the Beebe-Weisel Co., a vehicle implement firm. The company then capitalized at $20,000 and has been subscribed by the three firms as follows: P.J. Weisel, $3900; Beebe, $4000; Louis Weisel, $100. Schumacher home loaded down with many good things to eat and spent a pleasant day. The Crowther orchestra furnished good music for the happy occasion. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Wagner celebrated their fourth wedding anniversary recently by giving a big dinner at their home in Placentia, and having as guests a number of relatives and friends. The affair was a very happy one for all present. Most of the Placentia people attended the class play given by the senior class of the high school Friday evening. Mrs. R. H. Gilman and daughter Helen were Los Angeles visitors Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. O.P. Jones were Santa Ana visitors Saturday. Louis and Hannah Edwardson left Wednesday for Boston to visit their sister, Mrs. Frost. Miss Christine Hansen spent Thursday and Friday in Los Angeles. Mrs. Messler has as her guests her mother and sister of Los Angeles. R.H. Gilman and son started for Bear Valley Saturday for a two weeks' outing. N.P. Robertson entertained about forty guests at dinner Sunday. Mrs. Conliff and son Bert will leave this week for the hot springs. They will be joined by Mr. Conliff and Ed about the first of July. J. Hahn was in Los Angeles the first of the week on a business mission. Mr. Gunderson reports his walnut trees more heavily laden than ever before. The nuts are larger than in any former season, and show little blight. J. Hahn yesterday appealed to the Supreme Court his case contesting the seat of Frank Gates, recently declared by the Superior court to be elected city trustee of Anaheim.