Our Part in Feeding the Nation
(Special Information Service, United States Department of Agriculture.)
ROAD CONSTRUCTION POLICY FOR WAR TIME
Food Transportation Needs as Well as Military Necessity to Be Considered
in Nation's War Time Road Building.
MAINTAIN ROADS
ALREADY BUILT
Military and Economic Needs
Must Govern 1918 Con
struction.
BUILDING PUT ON WAR BASIS
How the Federal Aid Road Is Admin
istered ? Improved State Laws One
Result ? Annual Expenditure
of $300,000,000 Involved.
That is the policy which David F.
Houston, secretary of agriculture, be
lieves should be followed in highway
construction during the war. It means
that road building in the United States
will be put on a war basis; that the
highway which is vitally important
from a military standpoint and for the
movement of commodities will receive
priority of consideration in projecting
programs of construction.
In carrying out the policy thus an
nounced there has been sent out by the
office of public roads of the depart
ment of agriculture, schedule forms on
which the states are requested to set
forth their proposed federal aid work
for the 1918 working season. These
schedules call for a description of
each road, the character, quantity and |
rail haul of the materials to be used, j
the probable cost, the amount of fed- |
eral funds desired, the specific purpose I
of the improvement, its bearing upon j
the war situation, and what effect a
delay of the work until 1919 or later
would have. With the information
thus assembled and classified, an effi
cient road-construction program is as
sured. While it is impossible to make
any definite statement regarding the
transportation of road materials, the
expectations are that the transporta
tion situation will be improved and
that the shipment of such materials
for essential projects can be made.
Expenditure of $300,000,000.
Road construction and maintenance
in the United States involve an annual
expenditure of some $300,000,000, and
there is scarcely a section of the coun
try that is not seriously affected by a
marked disturbance in road work.
In the administration of the federal
aid road act of July 11, 1916, which
provides for co-operation between the
federal government and the states in
the construction of rural post roads
and of roads and trails within and
partly within the national forests,
very satisfactory progress has been
made by the department of agricul
ture, according to a recent report of
Secretary Houston. The office of pub
lic roads and rural engineering, which
is intrusted with the burden of admin
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SECRETARY HOUSTON
STATES WAR ROAD
BUILDING POLICY. ?
So far as it is practicable to [
do so, this department will urge
the maintenance of the high
ways already constructed; the
construction and completion of
those highways which are vital
ly important because of their
bearing upon the war situation
or for the movement of com
modities ; the postponement of
all highway construction rela
tively less essential or not based
upon important military or eco
nomic needs. The department
is preparing to suggest to the
state highway departments the
proposition of a schedule of
work for the federal aid pro
jects for 1918 in line with this
policy. ? Secretary Houston, in
Communication to American As
sociation of State Highway Offi
cials.
STATES SPEED OP
ERATION OF FEDERAL
AID ROAD ACT.
Probably the most significant
result thus far of the operation
of the federal aid road act has
been the enactment by a num
ber of state legislatures of effec
tive road laws. Legislative ac
tion iji some states was neces
sary to meet the requirements
of the federal act, t many of
the states have gone further
and have recast their highway
policies. All the states have as
sented to the provisions of the
act ? 42 by their legislatures
and six by their governors.
Thirty-three had a highway de
partment within the meaning of
the net upon the dfte of its ap
proval ; the remaining 15 have
since enacted legislation creat
ing highway departments which
comply with the terms of the
law. The highway departments
in 18 states have been greatly
strengthened, specific appropria
tions to meet the federal funds
have been made by ten, and
comprehensive maintenance leg
islation has been enacted in
nine states. Forty-two states
now have satisfactory mainten
ance laws. Nearly all the states
have submitted definite schemes
or programs of work for the en
tire five-year period covered by
the act, or for the greater por
tion of it. The formulation of
carefully prepared plans for the
full period in advance of con
struction tends to prevent waste
ful and haphazard undertak
ings.
istering the act, has extended its or
ganization to provide the requisite ma
chinery. Ten district officers with an
engineer in charge have been estab
lished in as many areas.
Forty State Projects.
Under the provisions of the act 40
states have submitted 183 projects in
volving a total of approximately 1,730
miles, according to the secretary's re
port. Of this number 139, embrac
ing 1,182 miles and calling for an es
timated expenditure including federal,
state and local funds of $7,947,1 14.50*
have been approved. These projects
involve federal funds to the extent of
$3,455,573.76, or 23.75 per cent of the
total allotment, $14,550,000 to the
various states for the fiscal year 1917
and 1918. Six projects covering 40
miles have been disapproved. Agree
ments have been entered into or are
in the course of preparation in the case
of 34 projects, aggregating 197.74 miles
and involving $190,000.84 of federal
funds and a total of $2,225,944.74.
The full effect of the federal aid
road act cannot be measured by any
comparison of funds expended in 1916
and made available for 1917, as many
of the legislatures did not meet until
early in the calendar year 1917. It is
significant, however, says the secre
tary, that while the expenditure of
state funds in 1916 aggregated $40,
969.000 it is estimated that the expendi
ture of state funds In 1917 will reach
approximately $60,000,000, or an in
crease of nearly 50 per cent. These
funds are distinct from local expendi
tures and indicate an advance in state
participation in highway work.
TRANSPORT OF FARM PRODUCTS.
Farm products will not be denied
transportation facilities, according to
a statement of the director general of
railroads. Issued after a conference
with representatives of the United
States department of agriculture. No
list of "non-essential" agricultural
products has been issued, nor Is such
an order contemplated. The director
general believes that under the plan
now being formulated It will be possi
ble to provide adequate transporta
tion for farm products this year. Farm
ers should place orders for cars when
needed with local freight agents as
has always been the practice.
BROGDEN SCHOOL NEWS.
Brogden basketball team went to
New Hope Saturday afternoon for a
game of ball, but on account of a
death in the community the game was
called off.
On Friday, 22nd, New Hope played
Brogden. The score was 9 to 9.
Miss I.ucy Culbreth spent Satur
day and Sunday in the New Hope
| community.
Miss Ada Perry spent Saturday
evening with friends at Benson.
Miss Alice McGee spent the week
end at her home in Mt. Olive.
We are glad to say that Mrs. W.
R. Royall who underwent an opera
tion at Spicej-'s Sanitorium, Golds
boro, is improving rapidly.
Messrs. Jonas and Ben Gardner and
children motored to Fountain to spend
Sunday.
A Washington's Birthday program
was rendered on the evening of the
22nd. After the program Rev. Mr.
Proctor gave an address on War Sav
ings Stamps.
The following pupils from the 3rd
and 4th grades have bought War Sav
ings Stamps: Albert, Arthur and
Elmer Gardner, Robert Howell, Alton
Creech, Flonnie Overby, Elwood Rose,
Luther and James Capps, Nancy Jane,
Erma and Johnnie Creech, Thelma
Thompson and Mattie and Annii
Starling.
Brogden Literary Society met on
last Friday evening and the follow
ing was read in bebr.lf of our loyal
member, Mr. Robert Oliver, who left
Monday for Camp Jackson: With sad
and full hearts, we, members of Brog
den Literary Society, feel more grieved
in a way than ever before. Why?
Because we are sharing one of our
beloved members to the service of
this great country of ours. He is a
true citizen of Johnston County and
a christian hearted young man. He
was always an honest student at
school and worked for the pleasure of
his fellow-students. During the first
society term of thsi season he had the
highest office, President, and now
drawing to a conclusion we pray that
God may bless him and keep him from
all harm and pain and some day when
he comes home, he will have greater
honor than just Mr. Rober^ Oliver.
? Friday evening will be the regular
time for the election of new officers
for the Society. They will be elected
to serve through commencement.
SALLY.
MERCHANTS WILL NEED FLOUR
Certificates to be signed by their
customers and we have the blanks
for sale 100 for 35 cents, 200 for
(?0 cents or 500 for $1.25. Apply to
Beaty and Lassiter, Smithfield, N.C.
IF YOU WANT TO SELL YOUR
farm to the best advantage see us.
Abell & Gray, Smithfield, N. C.
NOTICE.
That on Monday, April 1st, l'.U8, 1
will make application to Hon. T. W.
Bickett, Governor of North Carolina,
for the pardon of Everett Eason, who
was convicted of Man Slaughter at
March Term, 1917, in the alleged mur
der of Harry Cook. All persons de
siring to oppose said pardon, will be
present at said hearing.
This March 5th, 11UH.
LOSSIE EASON.
Second Notice. ;
Greensboro Merchant Telis Remarkable
Story About His Search For
Happiness
' Nothing Ever Did For Me What Dreco Has Done ? It is
One Grand Medicine" Says Retired Shoe Repairer.
"I Was Very Shaky From Nervousness But
That Has Passed Away."
Here is the story of a successful
Greensboro merchant who for 33
years conducted a shoe repairing busi
ness and has since retired. It is told
in the hope that some other person
who suffers the way he did before
he found blessed relief may read it
and be benefited the way he was.
The story is told for publication by
Mr. W. T. Blalock who resides at 608
Union Street, Greensboro and is
prominently connected with the Jun
ior Order and the Woodmen of the
World. This is what he says:
"Stomach trouble had me in its grip
for a long time. It seemed as though
nothing I ate would digest hut lay
like a lump of lead in my stomach.
Gas tortured me after every meal and
to add to my troubles I suffered seve
rely from pains in the back, kidney
trouble, headaches and constipation.
"Although I suffered for years and
tried all kinds of medicines, nothing
ever did for me what this new herb
medicine ? Dreco, did. It is one grand
medicine. I was very shaky from
nervousness and loss of sleep but
that has passed away like all my other
troubles.
"There's one thing that couldn't be
done, and that is to take Dreco and
fail to have a big appetite. I havie
just bought another bottle and my
wife is going to start taking it."
When the stomach doesn't work
right there is sure to be trouble in the
human machine. Nothing lays the en
tire system open to the ravages of
disease like a disarranged stomach,
Kidney trouble, liver complaint, head
aches, pain in the back, impure blood
and constipation may often be traced
directly to stomache disorder.
In such cases it is foolish and use
less to try to cure the cause by
troating the symptoms. What is
needed is a good, reliable, pure and ef
ficient medicine that will go direct to
the cause of the trouble and build up
from the bottom. Such a medicine is
Dreco, according to the hundreds of
testimonials and signed statements
from men and women who have used
it.
Dreco is purely an herbal medicine.
It is inexpensive, easy to take and is
particularly recommended in Smith
field by Creech Drug Co. ? Adv.
Raleigh's 2nd Annual Auto Show
MARCH 13 14 15, l(i
Largest display of Latest Model Cars in the
South. 45 Models. Some never before seen
in the South.
Beautiful Decorating. Good Music and
SINGING.
Open 10 A . M . To 11 P . M.
FOR SALE
One Engine, Boiler and Saw Mill, 30 feet
of line shaft and 2 pulleys. This machinery
has been under shelter since used, and
want it moved from the lot. The first one
comes with $200.00 will get it. If you need
it you will buy it if you see it.
D. O. Uzzle
Wilson's Mills, N. C.
We Want Your
BUSINESS
We handle Groceries and Feed Stuff for Man
and Beast, of the best quality. We sell wholesale
and retail.
If there is a time when you want to save
money, that is when you have it and can pay
cash for everything, you use. Then you can save
money.
We Sell for Cash
We can save you cash. Call to see us before
you buy and let us talk the matter over.
Stedman Stores Company
At Depot
Smithfield, N. C.
VULCAN CM LED" PLOWS
Made by The Vulcan Plow Co., Evansville, lad.
TRY THE
Well Finished, Strong, Durable, Light Draft.
Rib Strengthened Mold, Full Chilled Shinpiece, Interlocked
Point, Land and Standard. Point has Face Chill, Wide Edge
Chill, Long Snoot Chill, Patented Extension and is the
STRONGEST and MOST DURABLE Chilled Point made.
When buying a Plow, consider Quality First, Price Second
FOR SALE BY
W. J. LEWIS
Four Oaks, N. C.
MEAT TASTES
BETTER COOKED
And tobacco now tastes much
better toasted.
You'll know this when you
smoke the famous Lucky Strike
cigarette, the real Bur ley cigarette.
It's toasted to develop and seal
in the Burley tobacco flavor.