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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

1t has been rather fashionable to speak dis
paragingly of the reports of the department
of agriculture-for what reason, we have new
or been able to learn. The annual report OF
the commissioner of agriculture for 1879
makes volume of 621 pages, and contains
much that is valuable, the result of research
and experiment Prof. Collier, the depart
ment chemist, treats fully of the experiments
made under his direction for the production
of sugar from sorghum and corn. If we ever
produce from these sources half of our own
supply of sugar. the country will be indebted
millions of dollars to the efforts of the COM
missioner aud Prof. Collier to introduce its
manufacture. With the success that has al
ready been achieved in the culture of amber
cane by private individuals induced to exper-
iment by the reports of the commissioner, it
seems not improbable that large quantities of
sugar will soon be manufactured from this
cane. No one who thinks of experimenting
with sorghum for the purpose of making syr-
up or sugar should fail to read Prof. Golfers
report. The results of the experiments test.
ing the quantity of sugar contained in the
stalks of common teld-corn are most surpris-
ing. Syrup was obtained at the rate Of 1l6G
lbs. to the acre, the syrup containing 80 per
cent of sugar. The crop of corn was not
sacrificed for the syrup, but had fully ripened,
yielding Go bushels OF sound corn per acre.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13
TIE HONSEHOLD.
seaaOnabIe Suggestions About Wines,
ahrur,a and VsInuts

seasOnabIe Suggestions About Vines,
shrubs and Plants.
FROM WILMINGTON CORRESPONDENT.
Many thanks TO Changers Wife for her APP
probation Of the ladies of Wilmington. In
many instances they are deserving of great
praise for the adornment of their homes,
which includes their yards and roadsides If
they are lovers Of flowers But as some Of
them, especially farmers wives, find so little
time for the cultivation of ANIMALS, l would
suggest that they plant hardy shrubs or vines
against the stone walls that SO often grace %
the opposite side Of the road from their dwell.
ings 1t is true there are
'Tongues in trees books in the running brooks,
Sermons in stones, and good in everything"
But how much more effective would those
same sermons" be II seen through the
branches Of a beautiful vine or bush those
"books" would be far less instructive and en-
tertaining IL they were not illustrated by ferns,
flowers and grasses.
For vines we have the American ivy or
woodbine, which grows very freely from cut.
tings also the cematis, which grows wild
and may be had for the transplanting. The
florists advertise scarlet clemats, said TO be
very hardy, which 1 think would be decidedly
ornamental, planted in connection with the
white variety. For shrubs, we have the snow
ball, which will grow from cuttings; spirea.
which grows quite freely needing but little
care mountain ash, which might more prop
erly be called a tree, and which is very pretty;
also the lilac, and many others. Then there
is the old-fashioned primrose, which should
not BIO forgotten. Who does not love to see
bank of primroses in June2 We often find
them beside the old homes that are now de-
serted Besides these, there are many peren-
malls which will care for themselves IL only
once planted. All of these can be had with
out money and without price.
Changers Wife asks II It is the normal con-
dition of the oxalis to apparently die every
winter and start anew in the spring. Yes.
The oxalis is a wood sorrel, of which there
are over 300 varieties. It is supposed by some
to be the true shamrock-the national flower
of Ireland-instead Of the clover, which is
generally SO considered. 1t think you will
obtain the best results in winter blooming by
taking up your bulbs the first of July or Au-
gust, and, after letting them rest a couple of
months, plant again. The prettiest one l
eversaw was grown in the winter season, with
out the aid of the sun, being completely in
the shade. l have three varieties-the COM
mon pink and the white, one of which has
dark stripe in the leaf and is used for borders,
and another having thick, dark-green leaf,
tihged with purple on the under side; flowers
a beautiful crimson with yellow throat, nearly
as large as portulaca. Can Changers Wife
tell me the name of this variety have
looked through all the catalogues in my pos
session for a name answering TO this descrip-
ton, but in vain.
Have very poor success in growing bego-
MAS. viii you tell me what is necessary to
their successful cultivation l..
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

Dr. Graves Blood Purifier is designed to
meet the wants of those desiring a sure and
certain relief for all arrangements of the
stomach and liver, and by purifying the blood
to bring the system TO its natural Vigor. It
is a cure for biliousness, indigestion, liver
complaint, jaundice, huInors, scrofula, etc.
Nothing can be better suited at any season of
the year to cleansing the system OF its accu-
mutation of disease than the blood purifier.
1t will regulate tho liver, give you an appetite,
aud, in fact, build up the system generally.
Try it; you will not regret it. Price, 81 per
bottle.
For Cough, Cold, Sore Throat Hoarse-
ness, ETC., use DIR. Graves Balsam of Wild
Cherry and Tar. Price, 10 cents and so cents
per bottle.
Improved Family Cathartic Pills, made by
DR.. Graves, cure headache, constipation, etc
Price, 20 cents per box. DR.. Graves RENE
dies are for sale in Brattleboro by H. C. VIII
ard Il Co., druggists
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

The weight of authority seems to be in ia
vor of early planting, but here is the other
side from correspondent of the Country
Gentleman. Probably early planting may
give the best results in some cases and late
planting In others, according to the kind of
potatoes, the season, or the soil:
SIN regard to the time of maturity Of the
later sorts, / think that all else being equal,
the later sorts will produce larger crop ON
the same soil than the earliest sorts, In the
same season, as they have a longer time for
growth, and especially II the latter part of the
season be shoWery, so that the ground is kept
well moistened throughout the period OF
growth of the tubers. In such cases have
known the same sorts planted both early and
late on the same farm, with the same cultiVa-
ton In both cases. when the later planted
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

would produce nearly or quite double the
quantity Of potatoes to the acre that the ear
Hest planted did. think there can be no
doubt that in potatoes which have been sprout-
cd a number Of times before planting there
is loss of vitality that would be injurious to
the crop unless extra pains were taken in ft
ting the ground aud tillage of the crop. Some
Of our successful potato growers in this sec
ton do not plant their main crop until the
last Of May, while others have theirs planted
and up, and are fighting bugs before that
time. Both get good crops. My experience
has been that the last half of May is the best
time 10 plant potatoes. With the ground well
fitted, and with good cultivation afterwards,
have thus succeeded in growing the best
crops of potatoes, having never failed, while
have failed with an occasional early-planted
crop"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

H. $. Kenny of the Playground farm, New
fame, has an expeditions way of planting pota-
toes and he seldom fails TO raise good crop.
By his method, with little help, he can both
pillow and plant an acre in one day. The po-
tatoes are dropped where the burrows meet in
the line of every third row, the ground not
being narrowed after blowing. The manure
is plowed under lightly, and a little plaster or
phosphate applied in the hill
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13
TeOetine Is the Great Health Re
stOrer.
ScrOfulOus HumOr Cured.

Boston, Sept. Q, 1877.
Mr.. II. X. sTEvESs-Dear Sir: have suffered with
scrofulous Humor for seven years. and could get no
relief have tried everything in the shape Of herbs,
sAlves pauters, etc, but nothing did me any good
was from my knees to my ankles one mass Of sores.
advised by Police ofhcer W. b. Hin to try vIoE-
TINE. l commenced last July, 1876. After taking the
second bottle began to get relief and the to
heal up. 1t finally reduced to large ulcer on
my right Leg that much and looked so bad that
many said must lose my leg; but after had taken
IA bottles Of vEoKTINE my leg all healed up, aud
I am well in my life. consider
VEoErER the best cleanser and puriher Of the blood,
and advise all who may be suffering have suffered
to give It a trial HENRY T. SMITH,
90 Utica-st., Boston, Mass.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

The proposals made by this corporation to those
having money to invest, In large or small sums will
be read with interest in another column and receive
the full consideration TO which they are entitled
ten per cent stock, SUFFICIENT security Certainly
ought to satisfy any The Globe company will pay
its coupons quarterly at of the national banks OF
this CITY, and they will also be cashed at maturity any
where. All the features Of the certificates are duly
set forth in the advertisement Of the company The
stock is issued for the express purpose Of construct
ing locomotive works and machinery for building loco
motives under the eOmpany's patents for using an
thraeite dust as the only fuel The utilization Of this
immense amount Of waste ought to work a practical
revolution In the driying-power Of our railroads. and
make itself felt everywhere in the profits which come
of legitimate savings. Our readers invited to con-
slider the companys proposals, and on their best
and clearest convctions-hass. Potighpldn, pTii o.
1881
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

That good size and form, such as the Dur
ham cattle possess, are not always inconsis-
tent with good dairying qualities is shown by
a COW owned by Worthy N. Chase of Fayette-
vile. She is large, roam animal, evidently
of Durham descent, IA years old and two
years farrow, but still giving milk enough to
supply two or three families, besides making
butter for Mr.. Chase's family and five pounds
per week to spare. Eight quarts of her milk
make one pound of butter, as has been shown
nv trial
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

The New York Times thus enlightens its
rural readers on the blackberry; ''The stock,
Cor vine) Of the blackberry grows up very
much like young tree, and it attains its
growth in three or four years, and tnen dies. "
Showing that the writer knows about as much
about blackberries as New Lebanon Shaker
of the life of Mormon elder. Few readers
need to be told that the canes of the black
berry are biennial, bearing fruit the second
year and never surviving to the third. 1t is,
however, perennial plant the root living
several years and annually sending up new
shoots.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

The dry weather of the early spring has
been favorable for bringing the soil into q
condition suitable for working, but rain has
been needed for the benefit of the grass crop
Though the snow remained late, vegetation is
nearly or quite as far advanced as usual at this
season. In our latest springs, apple trees do
not blossom before the last week in May.
They were in bloom May 10th in 1877, May
9th in 1873, May II in 1879 With few
warm days, we can compare the progress of
the spring by the appearance of the apple
blossoms.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

White hellebore (Uerdtrum Vfride), the pow
dered root of which is extensively used for
killing insects on plants, and also as medicine,
is common in this section, growing in moist
meadows or by the side of streams. 1t is
known to many only by the name of poke
root. Ourrant worms are killed by sprinkling
the bushes with a solution of the powdered
root ia water, and it has been claimed as suf-
fcient for the potato bug, though Paris green
or London purple are generally believed to be
the only effectual remedies for that pest.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13
More TO Me than Gold,

wALPoLR, Mass, March 7, 1880.
Mr.. H. II. sTEvESs-I wish TO inform you what
vEoETIsK has done for me. have been troubled
with Erysipeas Humor for than 80 years, in my
limbs and other parts Of my body, and have been
great sufferer. commenced taking vKoEIIsE one
year ago last August, and truly say II has done
more for me than any other medicine. seem TO be
perfectly free from this humor, and can recommend
It to every one. Would not be without this medicine
IT Is more to me than gold and feel It will prove
blessing to others, as II has to me. Yours most
specifically, Mas. DAVID CLARK.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL FAm.-At meet
ing of the board of managers Of the Ameri-
canAgricultural Association, held at New York,
the committee read recommendation from a
special committee that national agricultural
fair be held at some place near New York in
October next. All the states of the Union
are to be invited TO participate
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

Indications of rational progress come from
the Western States Nebraska has subslitut-
ed for the annual fast, which nobody has OBJ
served for the last quarter of a century, an
Arbor Day, set apart by proclamation of the
governor for the planting of trees.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

We do not, rule, allow ourselves to use our edi-
tortal columns to speak OF any remedy advertise
but We feel warranted in saying 4 word for Hoods
SarsaparillA. SarsapAria has been known as a rene
dial agent for centuries and Is recognized by all
schools Of practice q valuable blood-puriher 1t is
put up in forms Of almost INFINITE variety but Messrs
Hood Co. lowell, Mass.), who thoroughly relia-
BILE pharmacists, have hit upon a remedy OF unusual
value. Certainly they have vouchers OF cures which
we know to be most extraordinary.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13
Vegetine
Will eKectuRlIy eradicate from the
system every taint Of
ScrOfulOus HumOr, Tu-
mOrs, Cancer, CancerOus HUI
NOR, Erysipelas, Salt Rheum,
Hereditary Diseases, Can
ker, Faintness at the
Stomach, and all Dis
eases that arise from
Impure Blood.

There is not medicine In this country at the pres
ent day prescribed by physicians, what s known
q remedy for soRoFuLA that Is efectualn It's
a VEGET1NE-a medicine to combat with scrofula.
In all the various forms Of this disease to show so
many positive Of persons in all the various
walks Of life, II must be good medicine. vEaETINE
has done its doing II the very best Of testimony
proves u.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13
TeOetine van Cure the Worst
Cases of ScrOffLLd.
Remarkable Cure of ScrOfulOus
Face.


wEsrNMsrER, Conn, June 10, 1879.
Mr.. II. II. sTKvESs-Dear Sir: eau testify to the
good effect Of your medicine. My little boy had a
scrofua sore break out his head large quar-
ter Of dollar, and II went down his face, from
ear to the other under his neck, and one solid
mass Of sores. Two bottles of your valuable YEoE-
TINE completely cured him. Very respectfully,
MRs. q. n. THATCHER.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

The Kidney-Wort advertisement in another column,
and It Will explain 10 you the rational method Of GET
ting well. Kldney-Wort will save you more doctors
bills than any other medicine known. Acting with
specific energy on the kidneys and liver Il cures the
worst diseases caused by their arrangement Use Il
At once In dry or liquid form. Either IL equally en-
eient the liquid is the easiest but the dry the most
eeonomieal-IRteriOT.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

DR. TOBIAS VENETIAN IMMINENT
has been warranted to cure Group, Cole, SpasmH
Dlarih0a and Dysentery, taken internally and Sore
Throat, Pains in the Limbs, Chronic Rheumatism
Old Sores Pmples, BOtches and BwellinRs external.
y, and mot bottle has been returned many families
stating that they would not be without II even ii HI WAS
$40 bottle Sold by draggists at Is and SO eta De-
pot, a MurFay-sL, New York. eoWS-2
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

The injury to peach, pear and cherry trees
from the severe cold of the past winter proves
to be less than has been reported. A fair
crop of peaches from Maryland, Delaware,
and other peach. growing regions, is nowprom-
ised
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

Rip Van Wrinkle slept good while; yet, had his
sleep occurred 80 years ago, when Downs Elixir first
attained its reputation, on awaking he would have
been able to recognize this friend OF the cted and
ed up to mud Downs Elixir At the end of half cen
fury, the most popular and best cough remedy known
but good.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

Large numbers Of horses are purchased in
Canada and brought into the United States.
It is said that $50, 900 is paid weekly by deal
ers from the states for Canada horses.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

Who says corporations have no souls The Penn
sylyania railroad company is about to contract for
900 plants Of various kinds to be delivered at the
stations between Jersey City and PHILADELPHIA The
purpose to have howerbeds at every station along
the route This e delightful contribution to the
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

The handsomest tree in the public grounds
at Washington, according to Ben. Perley
Poore is beech which stands in the centre
of broad lawn east of the senate chamber.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

1t was this: "Trust 10 God and keep your bowels
open" For this purpose many old doctor has ad-
used the habtualy costive to take Kidney-Wort for
no other remedy efectually Overcomes this cond-
ton, and that without the distress and gripping which
other medicines cause. 1t il radical for piles.
Zeifung.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

teed pure, Is the sc. o. Taylor Old Bourbon See
that II has the signature Of Chester H. Graves Sons
over the cork. Buy It Of your druggist grocer.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

Parents should forget that their shoe bills can
be reduced onehah BY purchasing for their children
shoes with the A. &. +. Co. Black Tip upon them
They wear long as the metal while adding to the
beauty of the shoe.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

Much Of the distress and sickness attributed to ys-
pepsia chronic diarrhea and other causes is occa-
STONED by humor In the stomach. Several cases with
all the characteristics OF these complaints have been
cured by Hoods Sarsaparila. Other cures Effected by
this medicine wonderful that the simplest state
ment Of them affords the best proof that 1t combines
rare curative agents, and when used secures the
confidence Ct the people.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

The Peruvian syrup has cured thousands
who were suffering from Dyspepsia, Debility, Liver
Complaint BoilsI Humora, Female Complaints, etc.
Pamphlets free to any address. Seth w. Fowle
Sons, Boston.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

An immense amount Of nonsense on both
sides of the ensilage question floods the agri-
cultural papers.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13
Agricultural.

Gen. Burnside owns and cultivates farm
in Bristol, II. 1.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

'In what condition was the patriarch Job at the end
OF his life 2" asked Sunday school teacher OF quiet
looking boy at the foot Of the class Dead" calmly
replied the boy.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

three-year-old discovered the neighbors's hens in
her yard scratching. In most indignant tone she
reported to her mother that Mr. Smiths hens were
'wiping their feet on our grahs"s
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13
To be found in the State.

Each Department is now
full and complete, with all
the latest novelties Of the
season, in Fancy and Staple
DRY GOODS, CARPETS, OIL
CLOTHS, MATT1NGs, RUGS,
etc., and each Department
contains specialties and spe-
cial bargains not to be found
elsewhere.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

my lord" said the foreman of an Irish jury when
giving in the verdict tive md the man who stole the
mare not guilty"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

Weeds are sign OF mourning, whether a wom-
ans bonnet or IN mans gaFden-absenee Of hns-
bandry in both instances.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

Make from $40 90 $50 per week selling goods
for E. @. RIDKOUr CO., 10 BArelAy-st., New York.
Send for their Catalogue and Terms.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

"Heavenly Joy" is the name of a Nevada town. The
hrst settler found glass Of whiskey there and got
full.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

over 100000 immigrants have arrived at New York
since the hrst Of January
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

always at hand. 1t cures Coughs, Colds Bronchitis,
Whooping Cough, Group Influenza, Consumption and
all Throat and Lung complaints. Fifty cents and 81
a bottle
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13
DYEING-.STEAM CLEANSINGI

Dress Goods, shawls, Saeques, Feathers, etc., dyed
variety Of colors. Mems Clothing dyed or steam
eleansed and pressed without ripping OF crocking
Charges paid one way goods sent by express. d.
IyiS M. HALE. Proprietor.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1881-05-13

Beware Of worthless limitations ASK for the Liebig
Co.'s Arnicated Extract Of witch Hazel. Invaluable
In spinal irritation and all pains of the rupured
alyzed and crippled. Gives rapid relief. SOLD In So
cent and 81 Sizes
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HosPITAL ron RUPTURED AND CRIPPLED
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Your switch Hazel" has afforded many OF our suf-
fering patients most decided relief, for which am
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