The Harrison times. (Harrison, Boone Co., Ark) 1876-1938, 1905-01-28
IN NORTHWEST ARKANSAS.

large and swift achievements, as an
observer and student, cannot stay
here long until he finds himself shar.
ing the enthusiasm of its people.
So few countries have in them now
so great possibilities and openings
for the investment of ready capital
and the trying of brave heart and
sinewy arm.
a glance at the map of this Empire
tells an interesting story. Here is
not only one opportunity, bat doz-
On waiting the chance of coming into
competition with the world. Those
who desire to invest in splendid min
ing lands will find here immense de-
posits of zinc and lead; fine quarries
of beautiful marbles of various col
ors, from a delicate white on through
the various shade to a jet black; vast
bodies of land-the finest and best
fruit and berry soil in the world, all
waiting the coming of those who seek
mining, fruit growing or farming,
while the pastorally inclined could
soon have cattle on n thousand
hills. A careful observer needs only
to be here a short time to learn this
country is beginning to assume the
offensive in the battle for supremacy.
Geographically and geologically
this section has possibilities which
will astonish an observant man.
Each hill of the mountain range that
traverses the country, have their dit
ferent naturala and physical functions;
they are not as lofty, perhaps, as the
mountains of California, but finely
timbered and splendidly watered,
There may be loftier ranges, but
none more beautiful, while between
these hills lie many fertile valleys.
1t has uplands, lowlands, and
mountains of every height, from the
gently sloping hills to rugged and
rocky bluffs along the streams. Its
wonderfully fertile valleys could be
covered with fruits which would
command the admiration of the
world while the splendid openings
for varied industries and manufac-
tories are as, inviting as those of
Many state.
There are many good and valid
reasons why those who are carefully
looking for a new loca-
REASONS. ton for any purpose,
should come to North
west Arkansas, a few of which we
give in a condensed form.
The winters are short.
Sunstrokes are unknown.
1t is marvelously itch in resources.
The climate is most salubrious and
delightful.
Mountains of fine mineral are yet
untouched.
Thousands of fertile acres await you
i'll this section
Poultry raising can be made to pay
exceedingly well.
1t is the richest mineral section in
the United States.
Manufacturing could be made a
paying Investment,
Fruit-growing is now being made
a paying industry.
We offer splendid opportunities for
diversified farming.
1t is not nearly so hot here as it is
any northern state.
If you are looking for a home, ex-
anime North Arkansas
NortherS, billiards and hot winds
are practically unknown.
Pine in plenty and hardwoods in
abundance abound here.
Zinc and lead, with other minerals
exist in vast quantities
Out door work may be done here
every month in the year.
There is no prejudice here against
northern people or capital.
1t has much low-priced land that
is we'll adapted for grazing
\ Every crop raised in the North car
be reproduced here fourfold.
Zinc ore can be mined one-third
cheaper than in any other field.
1t is only a days ride to Kansai
City, st. Louis and Memphis.
It offers spendid inducements tC
hustlers Of all trades and professions
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Cannons were FIRST used in 1916.