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Vol 24 - 1858:
Article on American pitch pine indicates that the best ia from Savannah, and some inferior quality comes from Charleston. "Within the past three years a most excellent quality has been brought from Ship Island in the Gulf of Mexico; each log is square sawn, and sent over in scantling averaging 12 inches, and in lengths of 20 to 30 feet. This may be specified for flooring boards with advantage, when it can
be procured."
Vol 27 - 1859:
p. 596. Article lists exports from BSL in lumber, wood, and charcoal amounting to $100,000 in 1852. Seven mills produce 1 million feet of lumber annually. "30 to 40 vessels operate in this area. The timber of this region is inexhaustible and the facilities for getting it to market are very great." Contracts with French gov. to ship thousands of spars of all dimensions to France for navy ships. Indication is that lumber is shipped via Mobile.
p. 721. Article called "The Pine Forests of the South" is remarkable for the fact that there is no mention of Hancock County or MS. Analysis is through the year 1858.
Savannal is way out front as largest exporter. Other cities mentioned include Mobile, Charleston, Pensacola.