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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-02-26

GROCERIES.
Having just returned frcm the North, where
I with great care have selected very choice
lot of GROCERIES, consisting Of every, article
found in the grocery line, l would invite
call from my friends and the public generally.
In nv stock can be found
Sugars, Teas and Coff.es, of all grades
Brandies, Wines, Whistles, &c, Foreign
and Domestic.
Preserved Fruits, in cans and jars
Jellies, Sauces, Catsups, &c.
American Pickles, in jars and bbls.
Also Cross and Blackwell Pickles.
Flour-Fine, Super, Extra and Family;
misunderstanding and Chewing, of all kinds.
Cigars and Cigarettes, of the finest quality
Sosns-Common, Patent and Toilet.
Syrups and Molssses.
Fine Salts in sacks, small bags and boxes
Candles-Sperm, Adamantine ana iall0W
Vinegar-Common, Cider and White WINE.
Vegetables, in cans and jars.
Nuts-Walnuts, Pscsns, Almonds, %c, ;, :.
Boxed Fruits, such as Citron, Figs and hais-
ins, in quarter, half and whole boxes Also
Seedless Rsisins, Dates, Mince Meat and Cur
rants. y,:u yuoro
Hsms-Country and Sugsr-cured, covered
and uncovered.
Shoulders Breast Pieces and Sides.
And every other article found in hrsl' clas:
grocery store, and which purpose to sol
Cheap for cash. Givo me a call.
~A0'p GEO. l.. SEATON.
nov 13-tf l79 King street.
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THRU TEES S A LIZ

By virtue Of Il deed Of trust, dated January
LIST, 1868, and executed by Anna Patton, and
duly recorded in liber l, No. 4, folio 81, Of tho
land records of Fairfax county, the undcrsign-
ed, Trustee therein named. will, in accordance
with written instructions from the party secur-
ed offer for sale, to the highest bidder. for cash,
IN tho Gin DAY OF JUNE, 1870, that being
Court day, Mt twelve o'clock noon, in front of
the Court House Of Fairfax county. the Fla RIM
on which the said Patten now resides, ly ing
near Ansndaie, in said county, and adjoining
tho Back Lick road on tho east and Irvine
tract; also. adjoining tho lands formerly own
ed by Louisa Summers and j. q. Arms, con-
tanning by said deed l39l acres, more or less
considerable timber. and comfortable 4ssssS
TWO. STORY DWELLING. built since H5ia
The WAT. The above land will be sold subject
$1,000. The title to this property. with the
above exception, and this deed is believed to be
good; but selling rs Trustee shall only con-
yey the title vested in me as such.
LEVI DEFINING, Trustee.
Fairfax CO., feb 24-eots
DOTOMAC INSURANCE COMPANY.
A general meeting Of tho Stockholders of thu
POTOMAC 1NSU RANCE co. will be held ut
The Bank Of the Old Dominion on THURS
DAY, the l0:h day Of March, 1870, NJ twelve
"'riHcE IN.
BY order of the Stockholders holding one
tenth of tho capital stock Of said Compa,r:
WM. II. LAMBERT, !
T.. DAET Assionors
b. WHEAT,
feb S-2awtNIar7
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INSURANCE AGENCIES.

TOW OFTEN IS THE HOUSEHOLD
II loaf buried with the household head, snt
families that might have been comfortably
provided for, left destitute By, tho want OF
nroner foresight in its deceased protector?
THE VIRGINIA INSURANCE Comply.
STAUEToS, VA,
Offers to every head of q family perfect security
against this melancholy co1d!tlon:
It is for LIFE INSURANCE ONLY.
Its charter is perpetual:
Its Cash Capital Sl25,O)O. ,,,,, ,,,,,
II ia orpsniZed on the basis Of the old Mutual
Lilo Of New York, and its successful expo
rience. =. Nc;
The Premiums are paid in cash its DiEi-
dends arc paid in cash; its policies are pa'u III
cash without deductions. =,
There are no premium notes, ana henee -
assets are all cash, which presents the ol!'f
solid, substantial basis Of business Tor halF'u
uals or corporations. ,,,,,n ,,uv
IT INSURES ON ALL PROPER SAf l.
TT PUTS NO IMPROPER HESTRlc'
TIONS ON TRAVEL, ,p,.,r
1T INSURES UNlMPAlRED FGA'Al Ia
LIVES. ,,o 49,,
prietary and mutual sSslctiS' aoc"''''E '''
vsntagns of both.
It's Policies are non rorfetablo after i've
Years md ircontcst, bic after i've years, for a.
mis- statements and errors IT. appIicAtion "Ac'P'
as TO the age Of tho applicant. ms Is
SUBSTANTIAL HOME COMPANY
The Assets will be vested in F'rglnis,. IN"
| helm to build up our own Interests III Virginia
Il commends itsolr for is safety, msnaga'neht
and organization, To every Nirginlan and ot'i"!
| Southerner in search OF q sale
HOME LIFE lNSU RA Me-
INSTITUTION.
Liv,nrartl wanted in 1Crrv precinct ~ every
county in the State. send 10: circu lar:
aIjres. PHILLIPS & MAYO,
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VIZ RA P P G 7 A P E RS.
PAPER,
MANILA, BOGUS MANILA,
TEA PAPER, ard every
VARIETY OF TWINES
suitable for gTocers, shoe and dry goods dealers
Papers fer druggists uses We are selling
Wrapping Papers at very low rates, wholesale
aid rotail BLANCHARD & MOHUN,
Now Wrapping Paper Depot.
Pspor received direct from the mills in tho
largo warerooms, northeast corner Pennsylva-
mia avenue and 18th ST., Washington, d. g.,
down stairs. Entrance on Eleventh street.
Washington. aug l2-tf
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V1BGiN1A, TO wit TIN the Clerks flee Of
' the Circuit Court Of Fairfax county, Feb
ruary Rules, 1870: Noses A. eommins against
=. G. Clarke and >. B. ClmehS: In chancery.
Mom: The object OF this suit is to attach q
tract o! land, in the county of Fairfax, on the
Falls Bridge road, adjoining the lands of NJ. A.
Commins and others, conveyed by Henry kor-
noll to George Z. Morse in trust, to satisfy
plaintiff the sum Of so 81, with interest thereon
from the 18th OF September, $780, due by note,
subject to credit Of S. paid 24th Dec, 1850.
1t appearing by affidavit fled that tho said
defendants are non residents Of this State it is
ordered that they appear here within one mouth
after due publication hereof, and do what is
necessary to protect their interests. A copy
teste: JOB HA WNHURST, Clerk.
Dulany Moore, p q. feb 12-law4w
VIRGINIA, to wit In tho Circuit Court
Y of Fairfax county, February Rules, 1870:
Joseph Sandcrson against John +. Kelly, H.
Stroman Samuel a. Msginny and Lucinda
Masinny, his vito, defendants: In chancery.
Mem: The object OF this suit is to subj ect the
interest Of the defendants, Maginny and wife
in p tract OF land, sold 70 J. +. Kelly, by decd,
dated 22d December, 1868, to a debt Of the
plaintiff of 1926, with interest secured by deed
of trust to r. G. Stromsn, dated 18th Sep, 1868.
It appearing by affidavit filed that the said
defendants are non residents Of this State, it is
ordered that they appear here within one month
after due publication hereof, and do what is ne
ceSsary to protect their interests A copy, testc:
JOB HkWXHURST, Clerk.
Thomas, p. q. feb 12-1aw4w
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II f w DO Nj ESTICS.

NJ w DOME STICS.
Received this 18th day of February, full
assortment of
BLGACHED COTTONS, a, Sd and lo-4.
VI bLEACHED " ga, "A.
CAJICOES, new styles
WHITE and GRAY BLANKETS, cheap
DO not forget that we are Offering special
induccm snts in imported goods Of all kinds.
fob II WILMER s. SLAYMAKER
DEYNOLD'S SPECIFIC FOR GOVT,
IL rheumatism, &c, Railways Ready Re.
solvent, nidwell's Extract Beech Drop, Seal
Oleum, Flagg's Instant Relief, &c, Just re-
ceiyed and Tor sale by
feb 1G (. q. LEADBEATER 81 BRO.
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CINGER's FAMILY SEWING MACHINE

=
The same qualities which rondor this ma
chino so admirable and efficient for use in the
family, also commend it as indispensable for
every grade of light manufactures, and it is in
comparably the best Sewing Machine in the
tho Weed, Howe, Florence and several other
machines combined, and an excess Of eleven
thousand over the Grover & Baker
The references Of numerous parties VINO have
purchased the Singer Machines can BIO obtain
ed. Machines sold on liberal terms, and salts
faction guaranteed in every case.
G. G. BERRY, Agent
70 King street, Alexandria, Va.
Two Howe Machines. new and in perfect Or
der, for sale cheap. an q
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GROCERIES.
WIN. F. BROOKES,

WYNN. F. BRUOkES,
GSuccessor to Brookes & Taylor,l
FAMILY GROCER,
Corner Pitt and Prince streets,
And Dealer in
Fine Teas, Cofees, Sugars, Pickles, Aneric Al
and English, Canned Goods, Tobacco,
Sogsrs, ETC., etc.
N. Ball orders from the country shall re-
,,o;no nromnt attention. doc
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ENCOURAGE HOME INDUSTRY.

VIRGINIA SASH, DOOR AND FRAME
FACTORY,
Corner Queen and Fairfax sts., Alexs.
We have now made up 500 doors Of all Sizes
from s. TO $40; SOC Windows Of Sash, glazed
and ungazed, cheap; 200 pairs Blinds, all
sizes; III O09 feet Mou!dings, 40 different pat
terms Will make at short notice Window and
Door Frames, Brackets, &C., Newels, Balus-
tiers and Hydrants constantly on hand. Liber-
al discounts made to dealers.
Being practical mechanics ourselves, we feel
confident that we can please our customers.
Planning, Tongue and Growing, Saving
Turning and Scroll-Sawing done in tho best
manner.
Plans and specifications furnished TO parties
contracting with us for building materials.
MARI RISHE(LL s. HODGE.
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STEAMROATS.

siakSk1E STEAMERS,
CITY OF ALEXANDRIA and
CITY OF WASHINGTON,
leave according to following schedule: Wash
in eton and Alexandria each hour during the
dsy beginning first trip at M, and making
last trip from either city at 6 p: m:
S. S. HOWISON,
doc 2l-tf Prest Potomac Ferry Co.
NOE. FOR LIVERPOOL AND QUEENS
&ExN TOWN.
InmGn Limo OF Mail Steamers, Sailing from
New York Every Saturday, and
Alternate Tuesdays.
RATES OF PASSAGE BY THEsATURDAY STEAMER:
First Cabin, payable in gold-Liverpool or
Queenstown, $lO0
Steerage, payable in currency-Lverpool or
Queenstown, $3.50.
PASSAGE By THE TUESDAY STEAMER, VIA HAL.
First Cabin, payable in god-Liverpool or
Queenstown, 500; Halifax 500; st. Johns,
NJ F., by branch steamer, $40.
Storage payable in currency-Livecpool or
Queenstown, $50; Halifax. Sl5; St. Johns, N.
f.. by branch steamer, $50.
Tickets sold to and from England Ireland
and the Continent at moderate rates.
For further information apply at the Go m
pany's offices.
HOOE, WEDDERBURN Il CO..
aug 1S-ly Agents, Alexa., Va.
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NEW TYPE, Sc

is prepared to execute with neatnass and dis
patch all kinds Of
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$3.50 NEW H azFTaSS LINE
PHILADELPHIA, AND ALEXANDRIA,
GEORGETOWN s. WASHINGTON.
Steamers leave regularly from GEOKGE'
TOWN, foot Of Congress St., EVERY w ED.
NESDAY; from ALEXANDRIA, foot OF
King ST.. EVERY THURSDAY.
Freight received daily at lowest rates.
This limo connects with all tine Northern,
Eastern and Western Railroads and Transper-
taton Companies and will forward freight by
all tho lines running out of Philadelrhi free
Of commission, snd gives THROUGH RATES.
NJ. ELDRIDGE s. CO.,
No 4 5. Wharves. Alexandria, Va.
WILLIAM P. CT TDE & CO.,
No II South Wharvos, Philada.
HYDE 8 TYLER,
iel-tr SO Water ST., Georgetown.
~-es> MERCHANTS LINE NEW YORK
3sLtEnxn STEAMSHIPS.
Tho line consists Of tho following irst class
Z. 9: KNIGHT: ............ Capt. ". s. johnson
AND
Willloavn New York EVERY SATURDAY
for this port, and returning will leave AleXan'
dria EVERY THURSDAY, at II o'clock.
For freight or passage apply 20
HOOE, WEDDERBURN s. CO.,
Agents, No. Prince sts.,
Agents in New York,
GEO. B. MERRICk,
ap9-tf l55 south street, Pier No. 20.
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ENCOURAGE HOME INDUSTRY AND
ENTERPRISE.

GRAB ORCHARD SALTS, the highly es-
water of Crab Orchard Springs, Kentucky
These Salts are less dissgreeable to tn- taste,
more gentle in their action. and the Lose is
smaller than Epson Salts Just received and
for sale by
ian 10 E. S. LEADBEATER & BRO.
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JOB WORK.

IN THE HIGHEST STYLE OF THE ART
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GENTs FURNISHING eooDs'
CHARLES W. GREEN, IS King sl.
The largest stock Of tho best goods in the city
| At low prices.
Purchasers will consult their interest by ex-
| aiming the goods feb 10
TOSIAN H. D. SHOOT,
! ~ Formerly of and successor IL Sm""t, Uh-
| ler Z Company,
LUMBEK DEALER.
No q Union st.,
(Betweon King and Cameron,)
10 l9-tf Alexandria, Va.
| JNAKE NOTlCE-Persons indebted to tho
! L late firms Of WATERS, ZlMM ERMAN
| s. co. and WATERS IL CO., will take notice
that, utter March LIST, all claims not settled with
tho subscriber will BIO placed in the hands Of on
attorney for collection by suit u. ,,c,,r,,
feb Civ Surviving Partner.
INHE WILLISTON SIX-COHD THREAD
L is nearer PERFECTION than any Spool Cotton
manufactured. and is fast becoming the favor
ito thread. Cali and examine il. For sale
vase GHAS. w. GREEN,
feb3 Is King street.
NEACCARONI, TAPIOCA, ENGLISH
WI PICKLES, Chow Chow, Caulihower,
canned fGAcncs, east 1OWucr, hDEAl DaKlH x
| Powder. Cocoa, Chocolate ard Corn Starch,
| received and for sale by
feb DIV DAVY & HARMON.
Z. F DKUNhK
LUMBER NJ ERCHAN1.
All kinds of lumber constantly on hand and
old ~ the lowest market rates
Fronting on Union sad Duke SITS LAS. Green
= Snr's ni1 a..nG " Is
3 A R G a NJ.
We have just fni.hed taking m inventory,
and find in orr stock Il lot Of old goods that
must be sold. We will run them olf at
auction prices
feb KOBT L. WOOD.
SOUTH CAROLINA FLOORINH
-, 0GO feet ) G. "a Flooring daily expected
from Charleston. 5. c., per schr Eureka for
sale by
feb IL HOOE, WEDDERBURN " co.
FINE SALT.
600 sacks Evsns' Fine Salt daily expected
per schr Mary Comegys for sale low from YES
sci by
feb II HOOE, WEDDEREURN Il CO
MA1rlSs'
Just received Al White Mating an,l f.
Checked do.
feb 10 WILMER & SLAYMAKER.
NHEAP SUGARS st RAMSAY'S
" LED IA King ST.
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I ARGE STOCK OF

I AKaE STOCK OF
DRY GOODS at COST.
$4,000 WORTH.
We oler our entire stock Of Dry Goods st
cost, for cash. until March ], 1872.
We will do AS we say. ASHBY il CO.,
feb 9-eotMsr 20. 7G King st.
Japan SWlTCHESI
y JAPAN sWITCHESl
Superior to shy before offered.
Largest size, best, 40 cents.
Medium size bost. rs cents
These Braids ARC of the best quality nanutsc-
tured and have Just hoen received
C}lAS. w. GREEN,
tsb II - CS King street.
DRIME OLD GOVERNMENT JAVA,
L Ceyion, Manila, Laguyra and Rio Cotrecs
N store and for salo low by
g. WIN. RAMSAY,
jan - l47 King street.
DEAkL HuMlNY and GRITS for sale bv
L feh4 j. CLINTON MuiBURN.
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NEACCARoNI, TAPIOCA, ENGLISH
WI PICKLES, Chow Chow, Caulinower,
Canned Peaches Yeast Powder, Royal Baking
Powder Cocoa Chocolate ard Corn Starch,
received and Tor sale by
feb 4-2w DAVY s. HARMON.
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- A RG \ | -:
We have just iui.hed taking m inventory,
and find in orr stock Il lot Of old goods that
must be sold. We will run them otf at
auction prices
feb KOBT. l.. WOOD.
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600 sacks Evans Fine Salt daily expected
per schr Mary C0megys- for sale low from YES
sci by
feb II HOOE, WEDDEREURN y 90
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-09-30
Nennebet yonrnal.
Published On Water, Foot of Court Street,
AUGUSTA, MAINE.
BIZ EPRAGUE, OWEN L. NASH.
qailg Aenneber sournal.

Is issued every morning, except Sundays.
Contains the latest news by telegraph and mail,
gives reports of the Markets, and has carefully pre-
pared political and local articles, and generous
amount Of farming, home and miscellaneous read
Ing with full compilation Of State news.
Terms, u per annum ia ddrancej IS il payment
not made within the year. Single copies cents,
TO be had at the bookstores and at this office.
Advertisements one inch In length, three in.
sernons or less 81 co. 25 cts for every subsequent
insertion. Longer advertisements or those inserted
for any considerable length OF time will be mSsfieH
a, favorable terms to the advertiser.
Special Notices o5 per cent. additional.
Amusement Notices, y per square per week.
The New York herald., 1870-03-29

IN LITTLE 18TH STA YOUNG GIRL TO DO GENE.
III raj housework In . small private family objection
to the country good reference. II
The New York herald., 1870-03-29

400 WEST 18TH st., BETWEEN 9TH AND 10TH
loo avs, In the rearA young girl to 20 to California
with lady TO take Of children and MAKE herself
uaef eful
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1870-01-28
Winter Clothing for Little Ones.

A YOUNG child in winter needs gar
ments warm enough to allow of its sit
ting comfortably on the floor. To be sure
it ought not to sit there long at time.
know it would be an uncomfortable seat
for me. should be cold and should soon
get weary in back and limbs No, baby
shall sit mostly in her crib, or in a high
chair beside the table. But she will want
to creep before warm weather, and l shall
wish to have her do so. Creeping soils
the clothes, but it strengthens the back,
and is q good preparation for walking
Her new garments should reach only to
her toes, that they may not be in the way
when dear old nurse nature (who knows
better than any one else when these ad-
vances should be made) begins to pull the
little one upon her feet. She shall have
long woolen stockings and home-mad
cloth shoes These are softer and better
than the shoes usually bought for babies
who have net learned to walk. 1t is easy
TO cut q pattern from little morocco
shoe. Very nice ones can be made of
thick broadcloth or cloaking, lined with
drilling or strong flannel, with the seams
laid open and felled down. Her active
little legs should not depend too much
upon her skirts for warmth. She
shall have " knee breeches such as were
Invented for her little brother before it
was convenient to put drawers On him.
made them of flannel, with four little
cores in the bottom Gnstead Of gathers)
and a strong tape fastened to the top on
the end of which was a button to fasten
through q hole in the pstticoat waist. A soft,
sleeved, flannel shirt to envelop the arms,
chest, back and bowels; a warm wooden
skirt, with loose waist buttoned behind,
and suspended from the shoulders by easy
straps; lined flannel dress, cut in the
pretty style called Gabrielle, and sleeved
apron, complete winter suit for our half
year old baby.
There are mothers who will think this
quite too much clothing for child of that
age, especially upon the arms. 1t is not
unusual to see little girls of eight or ten
years, who have never in any season worn
long -sleeved dresses, = sleeved apron or
sack being deemed sufficient protection
from cold. Who would think OF dressing
= boy in that wayg What sense is there
in such distinction of dressg OF late,
fashion seems to be coming to the rescue,
but we cannot put our trust in fashion.
We must be guided by common sense
Cor. AnsIfodR Agriculturist.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1870-01-28
A Boy Missing.

A LITrLR flaxon.haired boy with blue
eyes, pretty pink cheeks, and scrubby
brown hands. lie wore heavy, clattering
boots and whistled funny little tunes,
which made You nervous. lie turned
somersaults upon the sofa until he broke
all the springs; he fired marbles through
all the window panes; dragged his muddy
boots over the clean floors, and tormented
poor old tabby until she came 10 look with
terror on all the small boys. He studied
little and played great deal; insisted
upon il, that America was on tho North.
ern Continent and started out braVely
on tho multiplication table, but ship.
wrecked ere he reached the tives; he for
got his lessons while coming home from
school, but remembered every funny thing
that happened Iduring the day; and could
tell tales a Ia Gullivcr until quite ex.
hausted. lie had taste for the military,
and every Saturday drilled his company,
which consisted of three boys, toy gun,
= tin whistle, and an old faded flag, which
his little sharp eyes discovered one day
under the dust and rubbish of the garret.
He heard the old story "A William Tell,
one evening in the cleaning, and for many
a day thereafter he has been firing reck-
lessly atan apple, set up ON the gate post
Bul nc ~ SonS, anu tue muse is lonely
| without him. We miss the clatteTing of
his boots through the hall, when school is
out; the tunes he used 10 whistle, and tho
incorrigiblo "Captain Jinks;" the coats,
and mittens, and caps that used to be
strewn about the house; tho military dis
play on Saturday, and moro than an, the
quaint little face that peered into every
household mystery,
The house is quiet and orderly now |;
| the Maltese cat sleeps soundly behind the
stove, in a hlissfll state of security, the
great shaggy black dog walks solemnly
into the room aud looks anXiously about,
as II in search of somebody, then stalks
out with a dissatisfied airi the old faded
flag flaps mournfully at halfmast, in the
back yard, and all around the house are
the abandoned targets he used to practice
with. But the little boy that eileryesced
with life and iollity is missing, and the days
are lonely without him.
o good people, wandering up and down
the crowded highway of life, II In your
| travels you come across white haired
| little boy, with blue little eyes, and a fair
| girlish face, who whistles funny tunes, and
wearsheAyy Gathering boots stophim, and
send him back 10 us, for he is the little boy
that is missing. Rochester URiOR.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1870-01-28
Lay Your Plans for the Year.

No business should be conducted on
haphazard principles, and farming is no
exception to the general rule.
Now, at the commencement of the year,
every farmer should cast over in his mind
what he will do and how he will do it.
Which fields he will farm with corn, which
with oats, wheat, cotton, or tobacco /;
which he will pasture, which NOW, or
which plant in potatoes.
How much help he will require, where
It is to come from and what it will cost.
How much capital is invested, if less would
do--if more is required, and how much.
All these things should be noted on a
memorandum, which can be altered from
time to time, if he sees proper to do so.
To conduct any business without sys-
tenn to govern it, is like cropping in the
dark; you may catch a good haul by
accident, or you may sink your capital for
want of forethought. Do not depend on
hind thought, it comes too late; though
sometimes instructive. it is very expen-
sive and dangerous to be INDUCED p.
When you have laid your plans of what
is to be done, provide the means to do them
with, do them well and in the right time.
These are very important considerations,
and should by no means be neglected
Do not depend on purchasing seed when
the time has come for planting or sowing,
or you may have to take such as have
been refused by others and pay the high
est price for it. If there are new imple-
ments to be purchased, or old ones to be
repaired, see to it in time. Get the best
they are the cheapest in the end. Keep
the brain at work as well as the hands.
Rise with the sun, or before it, and retire
carly A rlelHcnn Stock .Lo1lrnnL