The Placer herald., 1873-02-08
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cut Of ihe thnty-six to name twelve which
they considered the best twelve, they an
swcred that Of all the roses which were
named, only three were on the record named
by all as worthy 10 be placed On the first
twelve. These three roses ought TO be
universally known, as every one who eulii-
Vaies flow ers wants the best roses a matter
Of course These three are: l. Marechal
Iie; 2. Baroness Rothchild: B. Marie
Baumann The selection of roses thus made
is worthy of being particularly mentioned, as
the roses growers who made the lists are
men who have a high standard OF excel
lrace, and are not likely to be deceived about
tAe qualities Of plant which they have made
study, and have had opportunities for
Observing, that are unequaed, at the rose
shows of England and Of France. Cohage
G0rdaier Engldpd.
1t viii be observed that at the head the
tlrec stands Marechal Mel sweetest Of the
faeet. We have examined the lists OF
prominent florists in this country, but could
lot find the two others n.med. 1t is import
emi, in order to have tie finest flowers, to
secure the best varieties.
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In communication, addressed to the
HeCHc Uoflcots he writer states that he
purchased a very fine rose-bush, full OF buds,
and after anXiously awaiting their maturing
WAS greatly disappointed, when this took
place, imd the flowers small, insignificant
~ appearance, and Of dull faded color
lnrhed by c suggestion OF friend he then
tried IlIe experiment Of filling in the top OF
the pot around the bush, to lhe dcph Of
liait an inch, with finely pulverZed stone
coal. IN the course of few days he W
gslonisied at seeing the roses a beautiful req
.lue. as bril- INT and lively as he could desire
He tried the same experiment upon pot
ofretunias, and soon after all the pale anO
indefinite ones became of bright red or lilac,
and the white petunias were varieglted with
beautiful red stripes. Some of tie lilac pc
tunias lecame a fine dark blue. Other
flowers experienced similar alterations; those
Of "A yellow color alone remained insensiDle to
tie influence Of the coal.
RrrIrNlsnlNG FENCE Posrs 10 farmers
and others who wish TO keep the fences IN
good repair as possible, with small COST
" ben GU find post rotted oifat The ground,
inst nd Of trying 10 remove it and put III
smother in its stead, take "a post, even if it be
shorter and smaller than would do for IA new
fence, and set it in the ground strong enough
10 hold the old post close by It's side. Bore
hole through both, large enough TO drive
an inch or AN inch and quarter oak pm, or
if you choose dress off the top so that large
nail or two will hold as well and will be al
less cost and labor. Now, it will cost you
less to NAL C The tr al then to 20 all the way
to Madison to see farm that has as many
po3,s as You VIII care 10 count upheld in this
way, three great gate posts included.-Rurdt
Nelr lorher
SOWING ASHES ON WHEAT.-WHAT do
YOU lhink Of sowing ashes on wheat in the
Spring? have thought of harrow ~ my
wheat and following it with ashes.-H. c. P.
WERE we going to apply ashes to wheat
ground, we should do SO before sowing, or
SOW them broadcast at the time of seeding.
AZ Il rule, there is little gain in narrowing
Fan wheat in Spring, provided the land is III
proper tilth when the seed is sown. If we
Wera TO choose between harrow and roller
10 use on Fall wheat in Spring, on most soils, +,
we should prefer using the roller. Ashes
are good applied at any time-better III
Spring than not at all. ll.-R,ual NetU Yorker.
Prl,FuMV FOR THE HANDKERCHIEF.-A de-
l1ious perfume for handkerchiets, etc, can
he made after the following recipe: Procure
half pound of orris powdered; pour over
it one pint of rectfed spirits; let them stand
in bottle tightly corked for one fortnight;
then filter the spirits through blottng paper,
and add half drachm, otto of lavender, one
drachm of otto of bergamot, and half an
ounce of otto of neroh. Let it stand for
twenly-four hours, and then filter through
hlo;'jug paper to make it very clear. A
paper hlier is easily made by taking Il square
piece Of blotting paper that will just lay over
pint or quart bowl, fold it twice and from
corner TO corner. Now open it, and you Can
pour the liquid in very sasily, using small
pitcher to drain it into.
HEALTu LcoNICs. s.-SUNsHINE.- not
exclude the sunshine to save the carpet
Sunlight is essential to health. Human be-
ings are as dependent apon light as are plants
and animals. Children reared in shady
rooms have weak eyes, and are as lrail and
scroiulous as potato vines in a cellar.
Co1D FEET Never go to bed with cold
feet without applying a hot brick, hot bag OF
sand, Jug Of hos water, or some warming
material Cold feet are often caused by
tight shoes, stockings, or carriers. When
the feet are habi;ually cold, a small walk or
run before retiring. will often make them
comfortable for the night.
DYsPEPsIA.-A majority Of cases are ow
ing to errors in diet and sedentary habits
Exercise half an hour each morning. before
Breakfast Eat plentfully of fruit and
Graham bread. Avoid greasy dishes, fresh
iermcnted bread, old cheese, pickles and
candies.
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