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The California Lumber Merchant - September 1957

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TEST YOUR HI.(I* *Hardwood IQ

HARDWOOD SUIZ

I. How much do you think 500 ft. of FAS Philippine Mahogany cosis ?

2. What is the basis for grading hardwood?

3. Hardwood is most noted for: (a) versatility (b) hardness (c) even color.

4. What is the basic botanical difference between hardwood and softwood?

(see bottom of page for answers)

T n" above quiz was designed by Gordon-MacBeath to give you some interesting facts about hardwood. We hope you enjoyed this opportunity to test your knowledge on a subject that can be highly profitable to you. If you have any questions about hardwood and its wide variety of uses, your best bet is to let Gordon-MacBeath furnish the answers. Write today for our latest price lists. I

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A}ISWERS:

l. $160. (as you can see, hardwood lumb€r is nol expensive). 2. 0n its cut.up usage.

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3. Versatility.

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4.: Hardwood comes from broad.leaved deciduous trees as distinguished from coniferous trees.

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