An American forest swept by fire presents the same scene of desolation as the shell-wrecked forests of Europe. A century will hardly suffice to restore the 98 BACK ROAD NEW YORK FOREST Young decidu- The great en- FOREST CLAD HEIGHTS OF THE ADIRONDACKS FROM INDIAN PASS The dense growth that covers these mountains is composed of both conifers and deciduous trees. Permanent preservation of the forests upon the upper elevations 100 On the green of the crowded tree tops sunshine alternates with cloud shadow. The spirit of primeval life adds a subtle charm to the beauty of the In the forest shade countless streams have set their courses to feed natural reservoirs and provide water power, navigable rivers, and a supply of 101 BLUE MOUNTAIN LAKE, ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL IN THE ADIRONDACKS An island-dotted gem of clearest water, set in a hollow of forested hills. In such a spot the spirit of many a city crushed toiler is revived and invigorated for months to come. The massive peak of Blue Mountain, from the side of which this photograph was taken, commands the lake 102 |