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The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1876-09-07
Preparation of Fertilizers and Ma
nureS.

When the farmer has ascertained the
kind of plant-food needed for the in
tended crop and required by the SOIL he
is then prepared to apply his fertilizers
with intelligence and effect; and so far as
it depends upon the mere presence Of en-
riching material in the earth he will
easily be able to bring his land up to any
capacity of yield he may choose, being
only limited by the expense.
He will discover, however, that the
mere presence of manure is not all that
is required, even though it contains the
precise ingredients that are lacking in the
soil. The condition in which it is applied
has no small influence on the effect it is
capable Of producing. If any of the fer
tilizers are in hard, concrete undivided
mass they must be pulverized. If, in
fact, they are not already in state of
minute subdivision, they must he brought
to that condition before applying them.
Some of the saline fertilizers are procured
in a state of powder, others in hard Jumps
that need to be crushed or dissolved.
But the manure requiring most atten-
ton in this respect is that of the farm
yard. 1t is not little remarkable that in
the very case where the process of reduc-
ton and disintegration is most of all
needed it seems to be most neglected.
The contents of the stalls and of the COM
post heap, which from the variety of
materials they comprise need to be
deliberately worked over and subdivided
in order to be thoroughly interming!ed, are
yet frequently carted upon the land in rude
Jumps and unbroken masses that strangely
contrast with the fine roots and fibers
through the pores of which they have yet
to enter before they can nourish the
growing. plant. Few farmers comprehend
the importance of attending to this item
in the preparation of their fertilizers.
Plants feed mainly at the extremities of
the rootlets, through mouths too small to
be seen by the naked eye. The finer the
manure is made, the more easily it is dis
solved in water, and the sooner it passes
into the circulation.
The cultivator who intends to secure a
maximum crop, or even a tolerably pay.
ing yield, will find it necessary to attend
to his fertilizers, whatever may be the
kinds employed, and to reduce them to
suitable degree Of fneness before apply.
ing them to his soil.-Chrsstian Union.
The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1876-09-07
A Lesson Taught by Experience.

Among the many valuable lessons taught
by experience, there is not one of greater
moment to the invalid portion of the COM
munity than the following, viz: That alter
full when aided by invigoration. When the
functions of the body are disordered, the
use of genial tonic with which corrective
properties are combined is the speediest
means of regulating them. Such tonic is
Hostetter's Stomach Bitters, the most popu-
lar, as it is the best article of its class. For
more than twenty five years it has been used
with signal success as remedy for, and
preventive of malarial fevcrs, as a means of
imparting strength to the dceilitated, and as
curative of dyspepsia, biliousness, consti-
patton, kidney troubles and uterine weak
ness. Not only have multitudes of those
whom it has cured borne testimony in its
behalf, but it has been repeatedly COM
mended by the medical profession and the
press.
The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1876-09-07

hours, and did not appear to be greatly
exhausted when he came to himself. He
remarked that the reaction always came
two or three days after the attack. He
said that twelve years ago he was bitten
by dog, and ever since has had an attack
like this once year. Last year he was
attacked in June
The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1876-09-07

MANY VINO are suRer1ng from the effects
Of the warm weather and are debitated are ad-
vised by physicians to take moderate amounts Of
whisky two or three times during the day In
little while those who adopt this advice frequently
increase the number of drinks" and in time be-
come confirmed inebriates. A beverage which
will not create thirst for intoxicating liquors and
which is intended especially for the benefit Of de-
bilitated persons, whether at home or abroad, 10
DR.. Schenck's Sea Weed Tonic. Containing the
juices Of many medicinal herbs, this preparation
does not create an appetite for the intoxicating
cup. The nourishing and the supporting prop
critics Of many valuable natural productions con-
tanned in it and we'll known to medical men have
q most Strengthening influence. single bottle Of
the Tonic will demonstrate its valuable qualities.
For debility arising from sickness, over-exertion.
or from any cause whatever, wineglassful of Sea
Weed Tonic taken after meals will strengthen the
stomach and create an appetite for wholesome
food. To all who are about leaving their homes
we desire to say that the excellent effects OF Dr..
Schencks seasonable remedes-Sea Weed Tonic
and Mandrake Pills-are particularly evident when
taken by those who are injuriously affected by .
change Of water and diet No person should leave
home without taking supply of these safeguard
along. For sale by all Druggists.
The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1876-09-07

W1LHoFT's FEVER AND AGUE TONIC
This medicine is used by construction COM
panies for the benefit of their employees,
when engaged in malarial districts. The
highest testimonials have been given by con-
tractors and by the Presidents of some of
the leading railroads in the South and West.
When men are congregated in large num-
bers in the neighborhood of swamps and
rivers, Wilhoft's Tonic will prove valuable
addition to the stock of medicines, and will
amply reward the company in the saving of
time, labor and money. We recommend it
to all: 6. r. FINLAY & Co., Proprictors,
New Orleans.
EOR SALE RY ALL DRrGGIsTa
The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1876-09-07

The Union College of Law at Chicago has
8 Professors, Is Lecturers, and, last year, out
CT 1873 students, graduated 50 Att'ys. Terms
$50. Address, V B. DENsLow, IL. D., Sec.
The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1876-09-07

AGUE is a1,cays caused by Malaria. Shall
Pills alaoays cure it. Price $1.OO.
The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1876-09-07

PRUssING's celebrated White Wine Vinegar
has heen before the nuhlic twenty. seven Years
The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1876-09-07

"Out we went into the dark and lonely
road. In solemn silence we placed the
combatants back to back, George Wash
ington, etc., heaving ponderous, fright
ened signs enough to have driven sloop
from its moorings. We gave them each a
lighted lantern, and with an emphatic
one, two, three! they started upon their
twenty PAGES. We all counted, and at
the tEentieth loudly called, sStopp
s" Boyle wheeled round, as we could
Just discern by the dim light of the Ian
tern, but George Washington Kosciusko
Peter Bonaparte Solomon Job Slimcum
kept on walking.
/ "sHalloon cried Boyle; haven't you
got twenty PAGES yet?'
No answer; but the walking, as we
could see by the swinging of the lantern,
had turned into prodigious strides. The
| next moment the light was extinguished.
-" HallooH shouted Boyle again. Stop,
you villain-stop! Yah! whirroo! You
scoundrel! you miserable landlub-'
Bang! went his gun, and we all made
simultaneous rush down the road but,
| like a snowflake in the river George
Washington, etc., had evanished,' and
from that day 70 thisshe was never more
seen in Shrewsbury" q E@@ .E@"fl'
The story was told amidst shouts and
screams of laughter from the officers and
| us women, and if little Boyle ever sees
| the account of his duel here, know tina,
he and Admiral Porter will forgive me
for .tellingit again. - Ha'pers Magasine
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03
RESIDENTIAL VOTE,
The Strength of inc Turks.

A reporter of the New York World had an interview with an American who now holds prominent position in the Turkish army. The gentleman is on old soldier, and has had experience in the American and several European armies, and has held his present position for a number of years. He said |: ssThe Turks have in the field to-day 400, 900 mem The regular cavalry consists of 20, 900 horse, and the artillery number ing 15, GOO men. The rest are infantry. All are fully and thoroughly equipped. and with the most modern pieces. The Sneider gun was formerly the regulation arm, but it is now being changed for the Martini Henry and the Sneiders are given to the militia and newly enrolled troops. The infantry have the Martini Henry; also, the Winchester rife and the latest pattern in revolvers and swords or sword bay onets, the cavalry have the same. breech loading. carbines and re- yolvers. The field batteries are sup piled with Krupp's twelve-pounders breech loading, also with the Broad we'll guns of the same caliber. Their mountain batteries are very fine they have the Whitworth three poupders fastened upon the backs of mules; and ! they are no contract mules either. There are also eighty Gatlin guns in the army from foundry at Vienna
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03
A Statue to Columbus.

A statue of Christopher o Columbus was unveiled at Philade delphia. The proceed ings were simple and becoming as fitted the occasion. It is late for America to honor the discoverer of the new world. And even now the monument which is to perpetuate the name of the daring Genoeseis thewprk of an Italian master, the giftaof Italians. Even this tardy tribute to the genius and achievements of Columbus is thoroughly in keeping with the somewhat somber experience of the man who has furnished one of the most pathetic figures in all modern his tory. The monument rises long after the family of the great navigator has ceased to survive in single representa- tive the honors came too late to glorify career already made illustrious by the greatest discovery which. the world has known. Nevertheless, every American citizen will be glad that statue worthy of the heroic voyager stands at last in the city in which we are now celebra- ting our national birth.
 To the day of his death Columbus be- lieved that what he had discovered vas the eastern shore of Asia. The widest dream of his imagination would never | have pictured to him what he had done and was instrumental in bringing about that he gave to the worlda new conti ne1lt toward which a vast tide of 'immi- grafton would flow which, in less than four centuries, would be filled with 80,- GOO, 900 of the descendants of Europe, ,and that the dweller upon the western eex- tremity of that new world would look out upon great ocean, on the far west ern shores of which lies the land he was in pursuit of, and supposed he had found. ... .
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03
Life in Oregon

Mrs. Frankie Reed, of Portland, Oregon, received from the purser of the steamer Bonita $120 in coin. The trans fer was observed by two well dressed young men, who followed the lady as far as the post office, where they accosted her, demanding the money. She re fused, and intimated that 8 policeman would be called if they attempted to lay hands on her. The hour was somewhat early, and as persons were passing fre- quently, the individuals departed in haste. About midnight, while the gen. tlemen of the house where she was stop ping were off some distance, the same parties approached the door of the kitHhen. Mrs. Reed, who was engaged in that room, notioing the intruders, called for assistance, and this caused them to leave. At a later hour they called again, but the barking of dog was sufficient to cause the persistent customers to turn tail. Next day Mrs. Reed departed for her home by the SchoIls Ferry road, on horseback, tax ing with her the money. When about foul miles out she was stopped by the par ties who had previously followed hel and attempted the robbery, and agair the money was demanded. She told them that she had deposited it in the bank, less $8, which she handed over Tipping their hats politely, they quietly disappeared in the brush. This time they had changed their dress, giving them che appearance of soldiers. Th' lady had taken the precaution to secrets the greater portion of the money inside of her dress. For persistency these fel lows beat everything, and the spoil
 were very light in all conscience.
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03
Fashion Notes.
ks are being revived.

Velvet cloaks are being revived. Black lace collarettes are fashionable. Cardinal cashmere net is in demand. Close cultures are going out of fash ion. -' & E7 Z sre .E ~H G-fl Basket ribbon still continues in ia vor. 7-..s t-- -;.- --.I a Fish scale brocade is very fashion able. 4-s-. ~sz-F-E 7
 Knife plaitings are as much in demand as ever.
 Sky blue is new color in merino stockings.
 Dark green stockings clocked with red have appeared.
 Lace will be used for trimming even5 ing costumes. HE## ssF :
 The saque naontelet is one of the new styles of wraps. 1 z &8 ]
 Silver figree jewelry may be worn for second mourning.
 Very young ladies continue to wear basques buttoned behind. @% Broad bands of inch gimp are used for headings of fringes on wraps.
 Cloaks are made almost entirely out of figured cloths. Very plain cloths are used. zsta z% Eks%
 White Swiss ties, with the ends em- broidered in red silk, are new and very pretty. "! | Kilt plaited suits are as much in de- mand as ever, both for little boys and girls. .
 Leaves of dark green, cardinal red and brown without any flowers are seen on hats.
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03
A Compliment to American Industry.

The Grand Niebelungen Orchestra at Bayreuth, under the leadership of Hans Richter and August Wilhelmy, have pre- sented to Richard Wagner beautiful Concert Grand of Messrs. George Steck & Co.'s make, New York, which is not only a high compliment to the well known firm, but also to American indus try. This is the same firm that was the recipient of the only Gold Medal for best pianos at the Worlds fair in Vii enna, 1878, and which was also just now awarded the first prize at the Centen- nial Exhibition, George Steck & Go. s name being placed at the head of the list of awards for pianos, theirs having again proved to be the finest in tone and of greater durability than all other in struments on exhibition. The Steck pianos stand thus acknowledged before the world as being above all competi- tion, and are therefore preferable to pur
 chasers who wish to secure strictly first-class and reliable instrument.
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03

barks Cornelius Holland, James Allen and Java, New Bedford ships Camilla aud bark entine Josephine, of Boston; bark Acors Barnes, of New London Hawaiian barks Des- mond and Arctic. The aggregate value of the vessels is put at $500, ,000, exclusive of their cargoes. .
 On account of the failure of the crops In Bombay, much suffering is felt, and govern ment aid is being extended. The reports from other districts indicate complete failure of supplies, and it is thought that aid will have to be given to two hundred thousand people, There has been no rain, and the rivers are drying up. Vegetation is parched and cattle die of starvation. .. John Henry Schwamb, who shot and killed man named Bette at Union Hill, N. J., last summer, while firing at his own (Schwamb's) sister, has been convict ed of murder in the first degree and sentenced to be hanged on the eighth of December. The will of the Hon. E. O.. J. Smith, filed for probate at Portland, Me-, leaves $50, 900 to the home for aged and indigent mothers, $50, GOO to the Cumberland county law library, $1O,0 ,0OO to the New Hampshire historical society, and $1O,O0O to the Phillips academy, Exeter, where he was educated, besides other smaller be- quests. Thomas Ellis, for eighteen years employed in the Park bank, New York city, where he had risen to the position of paying teller, with a salary of $4OOO, has defaulted with $36,OOO in greenbaoks, and examination may reveal further shortcomings. As he was not fast liver, it is imagined he lost at gam bling in stocks and took the amount in hopes of Icing able to replace it before discovery. A reward of $5,OOO is offered for his capture. ..... A wrestling match in Chicago between Miller, of New York, and Bauer, of San Fran cisco, was decided by the referee, Barney Aaron, in Miller's favor, upon which Bauer's friends were dissatisfied and the meeting broke up in row, in which pistols were freely drawn
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03
Steinway's Victory and Laurels.

The, following official report of the Judges of Awards, accompanying the Medal, shows conclusioely that the highest honors in the gift of the Centennial authorities were uaGninaous- Ey awarded to srENwAY & SONS, viz. For greatest concert capacity in Grand pianos, ds also highest degree of excellence in dH their sty1es of piaros, oiz.: Largest uolI,me, purity and duration of tone, and extraordinary car- rying capacity soith precision and durabitity of mechanism also, noueL disposition of the strings and construction and 6racing of the metal frdnae."
 The report then minutely describes and em- phatically indorses the six principal patented improvements which have made the Steinway
 THE STANDARD PIANOS OF THE WORLD.
 Referring to steinway's exhibits in Machin- cry Hall of samples of hardware, metal frames and patent tubular actions, the report further states:
 'These articles of composite metal show the highest projection of ira ish and aoorkn arssh;p, and the greatest firmness and uniformity of metal structure, & steel-like and sounding quality with tensile strength exceeding 5000 pounds per square centimeter, as demonstrat- ed by actual tests. Ehe full metal frames of cupola shape possess an U'aequaled degree of resistance, permitting vastly increased ten- sion of strings without the slightest danger of crack or break in said metal frames, thereby considerably increasing the oibratory po,oer, and augme'ating the lasting qualities of their instruments"
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03
Dr. Wistar's Balsam of Wild Cherry.

The standard remedy for the cure of coughs colds, infuenza, bronchitis, hoarseness, aeth- ma, wbooping cough, croup, sore throat, diph theria, dificulty of breathing, quinsy, phthisic, pain in the side and breast, splitting of bIoo1, liver complaint, bleeding of the lungs, aLd ali diseases of the throat, lungs and chest, in cluding even consumption: It seems herd y necessary to dilate at length upon the virtues of this favorite remedy for all diseases of the lungs, throat and chest. It was introduced to the public by Dr. Wistar nearly half century since and by the wonderful cures which it per formed, gained an immediate and enviable reputation, which to this day it has fully sus- tained. From the gulf of the St. Lawrence to the shores of the Pacific, and in many ooun- tries abroad, there are few villages or hamlete without "livirg testimonials to the rapidity and certainty of it's curative effecte. The pro- prietors mindful of their responsibil .ty to the afflicted, exercise the utmost care in the selec- tion and compromising of the various ingre- dients of which the Balsam is ce imposed and the sick are assured that the high standa. of excellence on which it's popularity is based will always be maintained.
 SETH W. FowLE SONS, proprietors, Boston.
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03

DIsAPPoINTED.-Af friend of Baron Rothschild. a sort of banker, came to borrow $2, 900. "Here it is," said the baron, "but remember as rule only lend to crowned heads." M. de Roths- child never dreamed of seeing bis money again; but, wonderful to relate, at the end of month the borrower came back with $2,OO0. The baron could scarcely believe his eyes; but he foreboded that this was not the end. Sure enough, month later the borrow CT reappeared, asking for the loan of $4,000. No, no," said the baron; 'you disappointed me once by paying me that money; do not want to be dis appointed again."
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03

We had shipped heavy sea, the fur room, where I found Mrs. W. stretched upon sofa, holding on ny the curtains.
 "Are you ill 2' I exclaimed. The ves- sel gave lureh in her usual style, and we chung to the curtain together. ''No, {" she answered, "but how can we amuse ourselves2 The wafer IS in the cellar and it's too wet to go on the roof" 5.
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03

When the costume is made of two ma terials of the same shade this winters the sleeves are made of the same goods as the skirt; but, where two different col: ors are used, the sleeves are made of the same as the overdress.a i3
 70 At an auction in Thomasto B, Conn, seven hundred bushals1of: potatoes were sold for SIS, or 8 little more than two and half cents per busheL
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03
Mason & Hamlin Cabinet Organ De
 clared Best at the Centennial.

Medals and diplomas have been so numerously awarded at the Centennial in Philadelphia that they indicate noth- ing as to the comparative merits of ex- hibits. The Judges Reports alone de termine rank in excellence. These un- equivocally assign to the Mason & Ham lin Organs "the first rank in the several requisites of such instruments, which "is as much," says the New York zTi- ba1ae, "as to say they are the best reed organs exhibited, in all important quail ties,"
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03
DNliherate Suicide.

Not for 6 single day can a cough be safely neglected in this climate. Without delay re- sort to Hale's Honey of Horehound and Tar. This balssmic vegetable preparation extin- guishes cough or cures 8 cold with unex- ampled rapidity Sold by all druggists. Pike's Toothache Drops cure in one minute.
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03

At our request Cragin & Co., of Phil adelphia, Pa., have promised to send any of our readers, gratis (on receipt of fifteen cents to pay postage), 9 sample of Dobbins' Electric Soap to try. Send at OTlca Y
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03

Merchants Gargling Oil has become one of the most popular liniments that is now prepared. It is, beyond doubt, the best liniment in the world for the diseases advertised. Its use has not only become general in every State in the Union, but large quantities of this valuable preparation are annually sent
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03

Pimples on the face, rough skin, ,happed hands, saltrheum and all cutaneous affections cured, the skin made soft and smooth, by the use of JUNIPER TAR SOAP. That made by Caswell, Hazard & Co.,, New York, is the only kind that can be relied on, as there are many limitations, made from common tar, which are worthless.-Co
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03

ASTHNA AND CATARRH. With or soithout sure cure Indorsed by Board of Health and leading Physicans. Sent FREE receipt of 50 cents. MILTON PARKHURST, Sixth Avenue, 18th Street, New York.
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03

Many persons suffer with sick head by costiveness, indi6 i6estion, etc. Such persons viii find relief, if not cure, by keeping the bowels open with small doses of Parsons Pur- qdtiue PiUs.
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03

Builders and all who contemplate bui ding should procure copy of "Atwood's M ern American Homestead" Price, $3. 50 Circular of contents rent to any address by the publisher, A. J. Bicknel & Co.,, 27 Warren St., NaH York.
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03

Have you infammatory sore throat,
 stiff joints or lameness from any cause what ever? Have you rheumatic or other pains in any part of the body2 If so, use Johnson 8 Arodyne LinineTt, internally and externally. '
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03

BURNETT's CoooA1NE is the best and cheapest hair dressing in the world.
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03

If you have Rheumatism, N Neuralgia, Headache, Burn. or a Bruise, procure a bottle of Eupeon. It will give instant relief, as thousands can testify. For sale by all Druggists. HI. A. HURLBUT & CO. 75 and 77 Randolph Street Chicago, Agents for the Proprietors.
Connecticut western news., 1876-11-03

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