cities if it were not for the trees. The forests furnish 

 beautiful scenery, and are used as public parks. Trees 

 also furnish shade from the sun and shelter from the 

 rain and wind. 



The terrible force of severe winds is often pre- 

 vented by trees, showing that they have a great wind 

 breaking power. Large groups of trees often prevent 

 tornadoes, wind and hail storms. Forests are helpful 

 as a windbreak for crops. If a farmer plants trees 

 near the edge of his field the crops will growi better, 

 because they are protected from violent wind storms. 



If forests were not planted, the wood pulp used in 

 the manufacture of paper, could not be obtained. 

 Paper is used in almost every kind of business and it 

 would be a great loss if it could not be plentiful. 



Forests are used as health resorts. Forest air has 

 a most invigorating effect upon invalids. It rests 

 the nerves of the tired business man and restores 

 health to the sick in mind and body. Camping, fish- 

 ing and hunting is enjoyed by millions of people, and 

 this value of the forests should not be overlooked. 



Wild animals and birds are protected by trees or 

 groves. Most of the birds common to the forest are 

 of enormous service to farmers and fruit growers, by 

 eating the insects that are dangerous to the crops. 

 The forests and woodlots furnish ideal nesting and 

 breeding places for these birds. 



In our recent World War lumber has served an 

 important part. The frames of the airplanes are con- 

 structed of wood, and also many of the large battle 

 ships. 



Therefore, as forests are of inestimable benefit to 



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