Record #:

10606

Author(s):

Siler, Leon M.

Abstract:

Due to cooperation between private companies and public interests, phosphate mining wastes, or tailings, are having less of a negative impact on the environment in North Carolina. Legislation to protect streams and rivers from pollution was enacted in 1964 and the Minerals Research Laboratory of North Carolina in Asheville has been offering its assistance to mining companies since 1946. As a result, substantial contributions have been made towards conserving and enhancing the overall value of North Carolina's natural environment and its mineral resources.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 38 Issue 3, July 1970, p10-11, 36, il, por

Subject(s):

Environmental protection; Phosphate mines and mining

Record #:

10086

Author(s):

Siler, Leon M.

Abstract:

Flying fire patrols took the place of the old fire towers that once loomed over state and national parks in North Carolina. The hourly patrols are much less costly than the old-style watchmen who man towers round the clock. In addition, some old WWII bombers have been used to fight forest fires in North Carolina.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 39 Issue 2, June 1971, p13-14, por

Subject(s):

Fire fighters