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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-04-02
Currants and their Cultivation

The first requisite is, not wetness, but
abundant and continuous moisture. Soil nat
urally deficient in this, and which cannot be
made drouth-ressting by deep blowing and
cultivation, is not adapted to the currant.
Because the currant is found wild in Dogs it
does not follow that it can be grown success
fully in undrained swamps. 1t will do better
i'll such places than on dry, gravelly knobs,
or on thin, light soils, but our fine civilized
varieties need civilized conditions. The we'll
drained swamp may become the very best of
currant fields; and damp, heavy land that is
capable of deep, thorough cultivation should
be selected if possible. When such is not to
be had, then by deep blowing, snbsoiling, by
abundant mulch around the plants through
out the summer, and by occasional waterings
in the garden, counteractng the effects of
lightness and dryness of soil skill can 20 far
in making good natures deficiencies.
Next to depth OF soil aud moisture the cur
rant requires fertility. 1t is justly called one
of the gross feeders, and is not particular
as to the quality of its food so that it is album
dant. | would still suggest however, that it
be fed according to its nature with heavy
composts in which muck. leaf-mold, and the
cleanings of the constable are largely pres
emf. WOod-ashes and bone-meal are also
most excellent. If stable or other light ma
nures must be used, | would suggest TINT
they be scattered literally on the surface in
the fall or early spring, and gradually worked
in by cultivation. Thus used, their light
heating qualities will do no HARM and they
will keep the surface mellow and, therefore,
moist.
The shadowy northern hauuts of the wild
currant also suggest that it will falter and
fail under the southern sun, and this is true.
As we pass down through the Middle States
we find it difficult to make even the hardy
White and Red Dutch varieties thrive, and
point is at last reached where the bushes lose
their leaves in the hot season and die. From
the latitude of New York south, therefore,
increasing. effort should be made to supply
the currants constitutional need by giving
partial shade among pear or widely set apple
trees, or, better still, by planting on the
northern side of fences, buildings, etc By
giving cool, half-shady exposures in moist
land, the culture of the currant can be ex-
tended far to the South, especially in the
high mountain regions. Even well to the
North it is Improbable when grown on light,
thin, poor land, unless it receives liberal and
skillful culture. p. Roe in april ScriJ-
neli
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-04-02
The Depth TO Cover Seeds.

Rules are often laid down by writers as
guides for farmers when planting the seeds
of their various farm crops as though any
rule could be depended upon under all cir
cumstances, when the fact is every one must
use judgment in this as in every other opera
ton on the farm. We have before us an ac-
count of an experiment made by some one in
sowing wheat at different depths from one
fourth of an inch to three or more inches
deep, also in leaving it upon the surface.
That sown from one-fourth to threo-fourths
of an inch came up soonest aud grew best,
while that left on the surface, and that Gov
cred three and half inches deep, was two
weeks in getting started. The writer, would,
therefore, recommend covering grain not
less than one-half inch, nor more than one
inch deep to secure the quickest termination
and the most vigorous growth, which would
be good depth whenever the soil is in the
best condition for planting, that is, when it,
is just perceptibly moist throughout, from
the surface downward But there are times,
during severe droughts, when there is so lit
tie moisture in the top soil that seeds planted
less than an inch deep might lie for weeks
without terminating, while if covered two or
three inches deep they would find moisture
enough to sprout them. Much may be done
to ensure termination by stirring the soil
deeply Just before sowing, to bring up moist
soil from the bottom, and by rolling the sur
face after sowing with heavy iron roller to
compact the soil and render it capable of TAX
ing up moisture from below by capillary at
traction, but after all it is usually good econ
omy, in dry weather, to SOW seed, grain espe-
cially, quite literally, and endeavor to work
it well down into the soil with cultiyator,
disk harrow, or something of the kind The
smoothing harrow may then follow to level
the surface, after which the land should be
rolled smooth, and as hard as the nature and
condition of the soil will allow
Some farmers delay sowing grass or grain
in autumn when the weather is dry, and wait
for rain, but we always prefer TO put in the
seed as soon as the ground can be prepared,
after the season Of sowing has arrived, and
then trust the future for rain to sprout it,
and suitable weather for its growth. If one
could plant no more seeds than would grow
to maturity, a great saving would be made in
a term of years, but still we believe it is usu-
ally better plan to seed literally and allow
something for uncertainties than to stint the
quantity. In the carly spring when the
ground is quite moist, shallow covering and
even surface seeding may be advisable, but
in midsummer deeper covering is demanded
". e. Farmer.
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What Shall We ISaiSe

The question above given interests every
farmer but especially those of us who live in
the older portions of the country, whore
farming don't pay" is SO often asserted,
and so often illustrated ty those who assert it.
The State Board of Agriculture of Massachu-
sets, held It's winter meeting in December
last, at Greenfield in Franklin Co., in the n.
w. part of the State. Those of us who at
tended from other States, found much to in
terest and instruct. The excellent dairy show
held at that time, has been described in
Among the Farmers" A most interesting
part of the proceedings was paper on the
Agriculture of Franklin Co., founded upon
the u. S. Census of 1910, and the State Cen
sus of 1873, and pointed out the changes that
had taken place in the farm production, dur
ing 81 years. | wish that this paper could
be read and considered, not only by every
New England farmer, but by every farmer in
all of the older States, where the farming of
80 years ago no longer pays" The expe-
rience of the farmers in Franklin Co. shows
that if ''the times" change, we must change
with them, and if one crop does not pay we
must then grow another that will. 1t appears
from the paper referred to, that there are on
ly five crops cultivated in Franklin Co., that
show any substantial increase in the interval
of 81 years. These are poultry, which rose
from $9,G7S, to $31, l55; hay increased from
~, S1J, to I'll, O5G tons tobacco from 600 lbs
TO 1897, 09l lbs. dairy products from $685.
1G5 to $I24,0I2. Broom corn is a new crop
in the county, and only amounted to l3, so
pounds.
Besides these crops which have increased
neat cattle, horses and corn, show but a
slight falling of, and may be considered
fairly paying crops. There is great falling
of in the number of sheep, but the large in
crease in their value per head, and in the
value of lambs sold for market, would proba-
bly, make sheep raising paying industry
In nearly all other farm animals and crops,
there is large falling off in production,
showing that farmers do not consider it prof
table to raise them. Swine, wheat and rye
have fallen off nearly POO per cent, oats
more than 300, and potatoes, 100 per cent,
The increase in poultry is about 300 per
cent, dairy products about 400 orchard
products 300 and tobacco still larger Frank
. lin county is in the heart of the New Eng
land dairy region, and probably shows as
fairly as any county, the drift of eastern ag-
riculture. The fair inference is that farmers
are abandoning these crops which show so
large a decrease, because they are unprofta-
bic. Agriculture in the older States,
is in transition state, and we are
slowly feeling our way to better hus-
bandry. The progress is very slow, but We
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-04-02
An Asparagus Bed.

lie who lives in the country and has no as
paragus bed has ut least one sin of omission
on his conscience, for which he can never
give an adequate excuse. Some are under
the delusion that an asparagus bed is an alb
struse garden problem and an expensive lux
ury. Far from it. The plants can be OBJ
tanned of any scotsman at slight cost have
one large bed that yields almost u daily sup
and | shall make another bed next spring in
this simple way As tarlya rs the ground is
dry cnough-the sooner the bctter-I shall
choose some warm, early, but deep soil, en-
rich it well, and then on one side of the plot
open furrow or trench eight inches deep.
Down this furrow | shall scatter Il heavy coat
of rottcd compost and then run a pillow or
pointed hoe through it again BY this proc
css the earth and compost are mingled and
the furrow rendered about six inches deep.
Along its side, one foot apart, | will place one
yenr- old plants, spreading out the roots and
taking care to keep the crown, or top of the
plant, five inches below the surface when lev
ell then half fill the furrow over the plants,
aud when the young shoots are well mp, fill
the furrow even. | shall make the burrows
two feet apart aud after planting as much
space rs ] wish, the bed is made for the next
fifty years In my fathers garden was
good bed over fifty years old. The young
shoots should not be cut for the first two
years, and only sparingly the third year on
the same principle that we do not put young
colts at work The asparagus is marine
plant and dustings of salt sufficient to kill the
weeds will promote its growth. -Ha,per'S
WJDTzjUF
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-04-02

The great increase during the past thirty
years, in the variety and number of insects
which destroy the farmers crops has made il
necessary, for purposes of defence, to pur-
chase and have upon the premises some very
active poisonous agents, mineral and vegeta-
bic. Among these may be named Paris green,
for destroying the potato beetle hellebore
powder, for the currant worms, rose bugs,
etc. and strychnine, for crows, backbirds,
etc. in cornfolds. These comprise some of
the most potent and deadly poisons known to
science. BY far the most dangerous is Paris
green, because it has come into such general
use that it is found in almost every farm
house in the country. Now, it is n we'll
known principle in human conduct that ia
miliarty with danger engenders Indifference,
carelessness and negligence, and consequent
ly, however timid and cautious one may be
in the first handling of dangerous implements
or agents, in the course of time extraordinary
safeguards are not thought Of and great reck-
lessness succeeds to extreme caution.
We were impressed with this fact by fortu-
nately happening to observe farmer, in the
hurry of haying time, in July, seize wooden
stirrer, which had been used to mix Paris
green with flour, and thrust it into stone
pitcher containing oatmeal and water, design
ed for the men in the field OF course the peril
was instantly pointed out, the beverage was
thrown away, and perhaps life was saved. 1t
was an incident well calculated to create a
feeling of apprehension in regard to the en-
ployment of this poison by farmers 1t was
kept in a tool house, where also was the pack
age of oatmeal, and here the mixing of the
poison and the beverage took place The
strrer, covered with the green powder was
the implement nearest at hand and it WAS
thoughtlessly seized in the hurry of the mo-
ment.
All these conditions and circumstances
show great carelessness, but is it greater than
that shown by Others in different ways We
fear not. In the first place, no poisonous
substances should be stored on farm prem
ises unless it be in an unused cellar or out
building 1t is better to make tight box,
large enough to hold all the posons needed
to be kept on hand, together with dredging
boxes, stirrors etc, and place this in a secure
place away from tools, foods and animals.
Again, in using Paris green in gardens, care
must be observed that no peas, beans or 9TH
er vegetables, are in close proximity to the
potatoes, as the powder might fall or be
blown upon them and thus reach the dining
table and cause mischief. These poisons are
of immense benefit to farmers, but, like gun
powder and other useful though dangerous
agents, they should be used with intelligent
and constant care. -JOurRdi Of ChCmistTy
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-04-02

BE GENTLE WITH THE HEIFER. If you
want to transform wild heifer into we'll
trained cow you must be patient and exhibit
no temper Never strike or kick her. She
must first of all get acquainted with you and
learn that you will not hurt her She must
learn not to fear you. If, in winter, it is best
to milk in the stable, make as little fuss and
as few alarming motions as possible, Handle
her very gently. BE careful not to pinch the
teats. This is the great source of trouble.
A COW naturally wishes to be rid of her milk
She stands quietly until some careless mixer
has given a squeeze that hurts, when she
kicks and runs, By allowing such course
few times, the habit will be confirmed. The
best way to manage if you have no stable, is
to have tall, wellfenced yard, and teach
your heifers to stand for milking in that or,
next best, to tie them, using them very quiet
ly. No man or boy is fit to handle animals
unless he can control them, and control him
self.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-04-02
TO Mnl.e GiIt.Edred Rn,,cr.

Every dairyman wishes to get the top price for his
butter. 1t be done only by having it perfect in
quality and appearance. when the color becomes
light it is necessary to add little Of Wells, Richard
son Co.'s Perfected Butter Color to keep il up to
the June standard Many well known butter buy ers
recommend all their patrons to use only this prcpa-
ration, as it gives the most perfect color.
Nutritious, restorative quoting, engthening and
purifying are Malt Btters.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-04-02

''To sum it mp, six long years Of bed-rddeu sick
ness, costing $500 per year; total 81 2OO-a of this
expense stopped by three bottles of Hop Bitter
taken by my wife. She has done her own Homework
for year since, without the loss Of day, and want
everybody to know it, tor their benefit. ~ r. Far
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Health Food!
WHITE WHEAT GLUTEN

Is a sure, positive and only for that dreadful
and prevalent disease, DIABETES and all other
kidney complaints. Constipation, Piles, and all
forms of Stomach Difficulties removed by its use. II
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OF
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VERMONT VALLEY RAILROAD.
NEW LONDON NORTHERN RAILROAD


TPAtNsIFAvr nRATTIEBoRO AS FOLLOWS:
Going south.
I:2O a. m. for South vernon, Springfield, Miner
FolIs Fitcbbnre Boston and all stations on the
New London Northern railroad. sundays, only
connects for Springfield. Mondays does not con
meet for Springfield. 800, 80,
1000 g. m, for Conn. River X. r., Milers rails,
Fitchburg Boston, HOnsac Tunnel, &C.
1897 p. m, White Mountain express for New hOrk'
;25 D. m. steamboat train for New London ana also
for Conn. River x. K.
Going North.
Trains arrive in Brattlcboro-
10 ;25 a. M, from New London and New YORK.
~ $50 D. M from Milers Falls, Hoofac Tunnel, Bos-
ton, Fitchburg, &c.
2:lO D. M Express for white Mountains.
$40 D. m. from Spring cid, New York, &c.
$40 p. M, from Boston, Worcester, Hoosac Iunnel
and all stations on New London Northern road.
lO:25 p. m. from Springfield, New York, &c.
G. +. sPAULD1NG, Acting Supt
New London Conn, July ], 1879. 80
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PAPER HANcINcs.

Look at Prices.
Brown blanks, cents
white blanks, 10
SsHi@ Pi:D.I. % /"
Dealers Supplied al less haa denomination" prices.
Samples sent by mail
II. A. BREED 4 SON,
Near 0. Colony, Albany( 9O4 Washington ST.,
and Prov. Depots. Boston Mass
AWi2l
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HOOSAC TUNNEL ROUTE.
lpcnnt ON c.nscrar street, Boston.l


Runs Sundays; omitted Mondays
The trains arriving in Boston at 80 am, 245 and
10 pm. and the trains leaving Boston at $3.50
800 and 100 pm, through trains with through
sleeping drawing room cars TO and from the West
via Hoosac Tunnel and Troy
General Office Hoosac Tunnel Route, $50 Washington
Street, Boston. JOHN ADAMS, Gen1 supt
+. X. TURNER, Asst Supt.
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John G. Haynes & Co.,
SO COURT STREET, BOSTON.

Musical Boxes in Great Variety
Brass Band Instruments.
Violins.
American Guitars, Warranted,
Imported Guitars,
Banjos from $500 upwards.
Violin, Violoncello, Double Bass,
Banjo, Either and Harp Strings
and Trimmings,
Accordeons and Concertinas of all
de oriptions. American and For
eign Sheet Music, Music Books
&C., &C., Wholesale and Re-
TIL.
This establishment is one Of thu branch stores Of
OLIVER DITsoS Co., and possesses unequalled ad-
vantages for the importation Of instruments from the
best Manufacturers IN Europe. 4l-i0
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SHAKERS
.SARSAPARILLA

Prepared by the Canterbury Shakers from the roots
of sarsapArilla Dandelion, yellow Dock, Mandrake,
Black Cohosh, Garget, Indian Hemp and the Berries
sium made by the Society.
1t the first well it is the hest aud purcst Of
strengthening and purifying medicines called sar-
saparila being totally unlike all others in the variety
quality and quantity Of its precious properties. 1t
has been prescribed the best by physicians and
druggists for more than fifty years.
GtHtcDtH.-HOu ask my opinion Of your Com
pound Syrup Of Sarsaparila, and cheerfully add my
estnony ia favor Of its use, especially in the scrof-
ous diathesis, | speak with confidence in regard to
its curative qualities for lave used il extensively in
my practice for the past eighteen years. havefong
considered it more valuable than any other prepara
ton Of Sarsaparia with which am acquainted, an
recommend it to my professional brethren who are
not already familiar with its effects.
Yours very truly,
S. NJ, DINsMooR, MD.
FRAScEsTowS, n. H., Dee. ., 1878,
The Shakers Sarsapara ceanses the blood Of
scrotula and scrofulous humors, regulates the stom-
ach and bowels, disorders Of the liver kidneys
and urinary organs, purihes the female system Of
weaknesses and debilltating humOrs and eradicates
and youth. 1t is truly wonderful medicine for
general and nervous debility, emaciation and dropsy
Druggists may warrant genuine every bottle
bearing the signature Of Thos, Corbet its inventor.
Inquire for COrbetts Shakers SarsaparllIa,
In behalf Of the Society.
NICHOLAS A. BRIGGsl
JOSEPH WOODS, ! Trustees.
SHAKER VILLAGE N. H., Jan. 1. 1890.
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BRAIN FOOD,

preparation Of Gluten and Barley for the nervous
GRADUATED OATS, the finest In the market, need
not be eaten from sense OF duty. PEARLED
WHEAT, CEREAL COFFEE, &C. &c. Questions
cheeriuly answered, and free pamphlet mailed
cept Of stamp.
EUGENE ADAMS, Agent,
With G. +. Thompson 4 Co. Brattleboro Vt
3-lb
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COLD BLAST FLOUR,

The perfect Flour containing all the elements of the
whole wheat except the hulls. Tor the sick debil-
itated and convalescent the foods unequalled
Little children thrive wonderfully upon them.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-04-02

Richer in bone and fat producing materials than all
others Mah Btters.
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Ni71 WEEK. $40 A. day at home easily made Costly
SA6 OUTFIT free. Address TRUE 4 Co, August, Ne
The Saline County journal. [volume] (Salina, Kan.) 1871-1893, 1880-05-20
Convicted.

II will I've remembered that about
four weeks ago three persons giving
their names as James Gilman, John
Holland and Frank Wilson were ar
rested hy Marshal Coombs, Of Brock
vile, on the charge of highway rob
bery-the victims being Owen Reese
and Fred. Williams. and the ofiense
being committed in freight car.
Sheriff Baker had been on the outlook
for another one Of the gang, and his
efforts were crowned with success last
Saturday. This last party gave his
name as Frank Hill. The sheriff has
discovered that the whole gang are
what might be called educated" rob
bers. In their talk i'm Jail among
themselves they use an unknown
tongue"-a slang language which no
body understands except themselves.
From this circumstance the sheriff in
fers that all these people belong to
some Eastern gang Of thieves-perhaps
from New York. Frank Hill was
captured just outside of the Jail when
making signs unintelligible to all ex-
cept his pals. Gilman was found
guilty and sentenced to II years in
the penitentiary. Holland and VIII
son plead guilty and received q sen-
tence of 10 and Il years in the peniten-
tiary. Hill has not yet had his trial.
Holland, Miller and Gilman were ia
ken to the penitentiary yesterday
morning.