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The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
Improvement of the Cotton Plant.

Many of the so-called long stapled up
land varieties owe their distinctive pecu-
liarities to attempts, to improve the quality
of the staple of upland varieties, by by.
bridizing with the Sea Island. The OBJ
iect sought was to lengthen the staple by
using the Sea Island on the one hand, and
secure productiyeness from the Upland on
the other. These efforts have generally
resulted in an Improvement in the lint,
but such reduction in productiveness as
to destroy the advantage gained in the
quality of lint. 10 some instances, how
ever, decided advantages have been
gained. There are many varieties of the
Upland which have very distinct charac-
teristics, indicating that they have been
thoroughly established. Besides those
resulting from by ybridizing with the Sea
Island, others have been produced by
selection, continuing from year to year to
select seeds from stalks having the form,
habits of growth, and productiveDess de-
sired, on the principle that like pro-
duces like, and that such careful selec-
tion will soon establish the type that is
desired, and a new variety results.
Plants are just as surely and readily inn
proved by selection as animals, and the
improvement resulting from judicious
selection, requires the same wstchfulness
for it's perpetuation and maintenance in
plants that is demanded for animals
Similar requirements are necessary in
each case. No intelligent breeder would
attempt to improve his stock by selection,
without abundant feeding and judicious
attention. Neither need we expect any
decided improvement in the type and pro-
ductiveness of our plants without abun-
dant food and thorough cultivation.
Nearly all of our cultivated plants have
been developed into their present ad-
vanced state of produotiveness, through
the influence of domestication and accom-.
panying guilty tivation.--American Aqri-
cILturiSt
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
COTTON FACTORY.
Notice of INCORPORATION.

Notice is hereby given that Articles of Incor-
poration have this day been filed in my Office by
John 81. McAden, W. p Bynum, R. Barringer,
R. Y. McAden, A. B. Davidson, W. R. Atkinson
81. M. Houston, M. P. Pegran, s. P. Alexander,
s. Wittkowsky, F. B. Mcdowell, VIM. John
ston, Elias q Cohen, Geo. e. Wilson, Charlotte
Cotton Mills, Alexander g. Harris, for the pur-
pose of incorporating THE VICTOR COTTON
MILLS, in pursuance of the provisions of Sec
677 OF the Code and all Acts amendatory thereof.
That the object of the corporation is the spinning
of Cotton, Wool and other Textile productions,
and the manufacture of the same into Cloth and
other fabrics and the sale of the same, with it's
place of business at or near the city of Charlotte
That the Capital Stock of the corporation is one
hundred and fifty thousand dollars, divided into
fifteen hundred Shares of the par value of one
hundred dollars per Share.
The existence of the Corporation is for a term
OF thirty years from the filing of said Articles of
Incorporation. This January 10Th, 1888.
J. M. MORROW,
Clerk Superior Court of MeckIenburg Co..
Jan. 81, 1888 CIV
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
Onions and their Use,

Those who are in the habit Of indulging
in raw onions, says medical man, may
be consoled for the social disadvantages
which ensue by the fact that onions are
about the best nervine known. No medi-
cine is really SO eficacious in case of ner-
vous prostratio1, as they tone up worn
out system in very short time. Their
absorbent powers are also most valuable,
especially in times of epidemic 1t has
been repeatedly observed that an onion
patch in the immediate vicinity of house
acts as shield against the pestilenoe
which is very apt to pass over the inmates
of that house. Sliced onions in sick
room absorb ali the germs and prevent
contagion.. During an epidemic the con-
irmed onion eater should, however,
sschew his usual diet, as the germs of dis
ease are present in the onion and con-
tagion can easily result.-Er.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
Sweet Potatoes,

Of the varieties of sweet potatoes most
generally cultivated for table use, that
known as the Georgia yam or sugar yam
is considered best for the Southern taste,
which demands a "wet" potato. This
variety, however, is not very productive,
nor will it bear late planting. Next in
quality, and more productive, is the
variety known as the pumpkin yam,
which is deep yellow when cooked, hence
its name. The flesh of the Georgia yam
ia of light yellow when cooked. For
tie Northern market the Jersey sweet or
Nansemond, which is even less productive
than the Georgia yam, is the favorite, and
indeed almost the only variety that is
sslable in those markets, because it meets
stock, the more productive varieties, such
as the St. Domingo and Hayti yam, are
preferred. Under Identical circumstances,
these two varieties will usually produce
two or three times as much as the Georgia
yam.
The fact now we'll established that
sweet potatoes will cross without the in
tervention of true seed has puzzled vegeta-
BILE psychologists. Thus far no satsfac-
tory explanation has been given. Some
have suggested that though no seed are
produced in this latitude, the plants
flower and that the characteristics of
varieties are blended through the infu-
ence of pollen. This is by no means
probable since the pollen effects only the
ovule, which failing to develop could pro-
duce no effect upon the plant; others
have suggested that either roots or stems
may, when planted in close proximity to
other varieties, form accidental gratis,
through which a mingling OF the circula-
tion takes place, resulting in a blending
of the two parents. Very searching ex-
pertinent will be necessary to unravel this
secret. The fact that they do cross with
out the intervention of seed is we'll au-
thenticated, but how it is done Ia the ques-
tion.-Southern CultiO0t0r.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
AGRICULTURE AL.
Another Remedy for Hog Cholera.

A writer in the Southern Planter, OF
Richmond, Va, says to the Commissioners
of Agriculture: 81 will place in your
hands one hundred dollars to pay for hogs
if they should die with the socalled hog
cholera, if you will have tested the follow
ing remedy, which have used with great
success: Take sack of salt and barrel
of hard wood ashes, (hickory or oak pre-
ferred,) mix the salt and ashes thoroughly,
prepare a box of any convenient size, put
it under cover where the hogs can have
free access to it at all times, and keep a
supply OF the mixture in it. This mixture
will cost you one dollar, and some trou-
BILE, but will be sufficient for several hogs
tor one year.
DIRECTORS will say, have tried every
thing, and if the disease is going to come
it will come; think that this remedy is
no better than what have used.
1t is quite certain that there is more
danger of hog cholera now, than any
previous time, and it is the interest of
every man to carefully labor to prevent
the disease from destroying his hogs 1t
is not sufficient to mix peck of salt and
some ashes and give it to the hogs and
pay no more attention to them for
month. In order to test this remedy, the
directions must be followed, which are,
to keep supply OF the mixture always
within the reach of the hogs, not one day
in a month, but every day.
1t will not prevent hogs from taking the
disease if they are allowed to come in con-
tact with diseased hogs, or are permitted
to eat hogs that have died from the dis
ease, and may not cure it. Farmers, try
this hog cholera preventive; it is cheap;
it is practicable"
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
Test the Cows.

Farmers do not raise calves enough. In
this country, at least, there are enough
thoroughbred bulls, SO that any farmer
can easily get high grade calf from his
best cows, which will very likely come
in at two years old and give as much milk
as its mother did at mature age. Begin
ming with only one cow, in few years a
farmer may have his barn full of cows
that will do him credit, and which will
bring him good prices when he sells
them. A man can better afford to pay
800 for a COW that is worth it than to
pay $50 each for two ordinary COWS. 1t
is we'll to keep a-record of the amount of
milk given by each cow, as in many herds
there are cows which dc not pay the cost
of their keeping and are kept at the ex-
pense of the others. Taking out the poor
ones and reducing herd Of l6 to 10 of
the best, would be satisfactory and profita-
BILE. 1t is but little trouble to weigh
every milking on dial spring balance,
hung up in the barn, and set the amount
down on card prepared for that purpose
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24

SUPERIOR DRILLS,
IMPLEM MENTS, sc.
We have the Agency for the Superior Grain
Drill, and have a supply of them on hand. 1t is
the leading Drill in all grain sections and as Its
name impIies-the Superior to others. Examine
the Superior before buying.
This is the season to buy
COrbin Disc Harrow.
No Implement equal to it for pulverizing and
preparing rough Land. Sold on its own merits.
A supply OF the STANDARD TENNESSEE
WAGONS. Fine and medium
Buggies. Ph@tons
And other Vehicles
A full line of the best Turning Plows, Thomas
Harrows and other Implements
Choice new and fresh Glover and other
Grass Seeds,
Seed Rye, Winter Oats, &c. Fine Seed Wheat
to arrive.
We propose to meet low prices on like quality
of Goods.
We carry general line of Implements,
Wagons, Hacks, Buggies and everything belong
ing to our line.
J. G. SHANNONHOUSE 6 CO.,
Sept. 16. 1887. Charlotte, N, G
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24

az A farmer laughed when his pru-
dent wife advised him not to smoke on
load of hay. He footed it home. that
night, with his hair singed. most OF his
clothing prey to the devouring element,
and the iron work of his wagon in sack,
aud then his wife laughed.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
E. B. SPRINGS,
and Retail Grocer,

E. B. SPRINGS,
Wholesale and Retail Grocer.
CHARLOTTE, n. G.
JUST RECEIVED:
1000 Barrels Flour,
$50 Molasses.
100 Sugar,
100 Bags Coffee,
$50 Boxes Tobacco,
40 Bacon,
so Cases Lard,
5 Tierces Hams,
5 Breakfast Strips,
90 Packages Rice,
300 Bags Salt,
100 Reams Wrapping Paper,
so Coils Rope,
80 Packages Soda,
so Boxes Crackers,
25 Cheese,
so Gases Canned Goods,
100 Boxes Candles,
500 Kegs Rifle and Blasting Powder,
900 Bags Shot,
800 Boxes Soap,
100 Bushels Glover Seed,
100 Bushels Orchard Grazs,
25 Cases Axle Grease,
so Cases Royal Baking Powder,
so Gases One-Spoon Baking Powder,
30 Caddes Teas.
My stock is complete, and contains everything
guarantee prices and quality of Goods, and
all ask is a trial Come aud see for yourself
E. B. SPRINGS.
Ian 13 'S8
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
PULLMAN CAR SERVICE.

PULLMAN CAR SERVICE.
On trains so and 81, Pullman Buffet sleeps
between New York and Atlanta.
On trains SO and 53, Pull an Buffet sleeps
between Washington and Montgomery; Wu|
ington and Augusta. Pullman Sleepers betEs
Greensboro and Richmond Greensboro and hl
leigh. Pullman Parlor Car between Salisbu|
and Knoxville.
Through tickets on sale at principal statG
to all point For rates and information appEl
to any Agent of the Company or to
JAS. L. TAYLOR, Gen. Pas Agent
L. L. McCLEsKEY, Washington, D q
Div Pas. Ag't,
Sept. 90, 1887. Atlanta Ga
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
C N ,
Buists Prize Medal Southern Snowflake.

The South has long required white variety
of Corn, which, in earliness, productiveness and
quality, should be equal to the Early Golden
Dent (which we introduced some years ago, es-
pecially for the Southern States, which has be-
come the most popular variety of this country
This new variety we have named the "Southern
Snow Flake" 1t was awarded the First Prize
for White Corn at the Pennsylvania State Fair
riety known, for its earliness productiveness, and
fine quality of meal-its growth is from to 8
feet, producing two to the stalk; it is earlier
than the Golden Dent, more productive and with
deeper grain; will shell more corn from Civ
en- weight on the cob. than any other variety.
az We have in addition to the above, ali
kinds of Corn, white and yellow, and large
stock of BUISTS GARDEN SEED, Fresh.
r. H. JORDAN q CO,
Feb. 10, 1885, Springs Corner.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
Carolina Central Railroad Co

OFFICE OF GENERAL SUPERINTENDENT,
Wilmington, Jan. 1, 1888.
On and after Jan. 1st, 1888, the follSHgf
schedule will be operated on this road
No l. Daily except Sundays.
Leave Wilmington at 64Oll
Leave Maxton at RWI
Arrive at Laurinburg RSH
Leave Laurinburg 1854
Arrive at Hamlet at Ii
Leave Hamlet at 208U
Leave Wadesboro at 3&t
Arrive at Charlotte 7Wl
Leave Charlotte at S4I
Leave Lincolnton at II lWS
Leave Shelby at ea HAf
Arrive at Rutherfordton at 3OOF
No. 2. Daily except Sunday.
Leave Rutherfordton SNi
Leave Shelby at 10GiN
Leave LincolDton at 1887
Arrive at Charlotte 3Wl
Leave Charlotte at SWlf
Leave Wadesb0ro at II
Arrive at Hamlet a@i1t R4li
Leave Hamlet at Si
Arrive at LaurinbuIg GlIA
Leave Laurinburg at gHa
Leave Maxton at S@t
Arrive at Wilmington at SS'
Trains Nos. and make close coDnecda
Maxton to and from Fayetteville, Green'S
and other points on G F & Y V Railway
Wadesboro, with trains to and from Chen
Florence and Charleston.
Trains No. and make close conneci@
Hamlet with Trains to and from Raleigh.
Through Sleeping Cars between Whining
and Charlotte and Charlotte and Raleigh.
Local Freight Nos. and 6 tri-weekly betSS
Wilmington and Laurinburg.
Local Freight Nos. and 8 daily betT4
Laurinburg and Charlotte.
Nos. 5, 6, z, 8, will take passengers.
L. c. JONES
superintsnd'
F. W. CLARK, Gen. Pass. Agent.
Jan. |, 1888
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
AVERILL READY MIXED PAINT,
Prepared Ready for Use.

In the AVERILL PAINT will be found the
following good qualities: 1t does not fade or
chalk off, but retains its freshness and brilliancy
for many years, and will last much longer than
the best Lead and Oil mixed in the old way 1t
venent. permanent handsome, easily applied.
economical, fre-proof, waterproof, preservative
of Iron Wood Plaster &C.
Suitable for all climates. Prepared for i'm
mediate application. Requiring no Oil, Thinner
or Drier.
Sold by the Gallon only, in packages to- suit
from to so Gallons.
W. NJ. WILSON & CO.,
Charlotte, N. @.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
Pruning Peach Trees.

Peach trees produce fruit next year on
the present years growth. Consequently
this should not be cut away or shortened
too much. 1t is better to cut away a por-
tion Of the young growth wholly, leaving
sufficient wood to bear fruit next season,
and shorten this about one-third so as to
secure perfect ripening before winter. 1t
is the unripe wood which is killed by
severe weather and the cold winds in the
winter; hence, the pruning should be done
early in the fall, in October, for instance,
rather than later. If manure is applied
it is better to defer this until late in the
winter, when it will tend to prevent early
growth and escape the danger from early
frosts.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
FERTILIZERS.

E. B. SPRINGS, dealer in Groceries and
Fertilizers. offers the following Brands OF Fer
tilizers for sale:
$50 Tons% Farmers Friend Guano,"
200 Tons Stono Ammoniated Guano,
500 Acid Phosphate,
500 " Etwan Dissolved Bone,
80 German Kainit.
am now receiving my stock of Fertilizers,
and am prepared to offer to our farmers the high
est grades and for less money than ever before
sold on this market.
Our Testimonials as to satisfactory results are
too numerous for publication.
There is scarcely farmer in this country that
has not used our different Brands, and the result
speaks for itself.
Call and see me before buying, as it will be to
your interest.
Jan 13, 'SS. Am
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
JOHN VOGEL.

Practical Tailor. CHARLOTTE, N. C.
and surrounding country, that he is prepared to
manufacture gentlemen's clothing in the latest
style at short notice. His best exertions will
be given to render satisfaction to those who
Hotel.
Jan. l. 1884
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
FRESH
Or ARD IN Sc e ID.

100000 Papers of Buists s. Landreth's warrant
ed Garden Seed for the Wholesale and
Retail Trade. Also,
Peas, Corn and Beans, in the Bulk. White and
Red Onion Sets.
BURWELL & DUNN,
Jan. 20, '98. Druggists.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24

How TO HARDEN BUrTER.-A method
in practice among the best butter makers
in England for rendering butter firm and
solid during hot weather is as follows:
Carbonate of soda and alum are used for
the purpose, made into powder. For
twenty pounds of butter one teaspoonful
of carbonate of soda and one teaspoonful
of powdered alum are mingled together at
the time of churning and put into the
cream. The effect of this powder is to
make the butter come firm and solid, aud
to give it sweet, clean flavor. 1t does
not enter into the butter, but its action is
upon the cream and it passes off with the
buttermilk. The ingredients of the pow
der should not be mingled together until
required to be used, or at the time the
cream is in the churn ready for churning.
~ "When l am in the woods" says
old Allen Thompson in Among the Clouds.
81 never use compass; in fact | don't
need any. There are three sure ways
that have for finding the points OF the
compass. You will notice that three
fourths of the moss grown on trees is on
the north side; the heaviest boughs on
spruce trees are always on the south side;
and, third, the topmost twig of every un-
injured hemlock tips to the east. You
Just remember those things and you'll
never get lost"
W Bottles may be easily cleaned with
hot water and fine cinders.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
Hammond & Justice
At R. II. Jordan 4 Co.'s Drug Store.

The handsomest and best line of Fancy Goods
ever il Charlotte at & 81. JORDAN s. CO.'S.
Manicure Sets, Dressing Cases, Shaving Gases,
Jewell Boxes, Writing Tablets, Bronzes. Plaques,
Baby Sets, Whisk Holders, Work Boxes, Bas-
kets, Vases, Plush Clocks, Music Boxes. All of
the finest workmanship and latest designs
Moderate Prices.
Come and take look at the really beautiful
Lamps we have just received. Every color and
variety. The Peach Blow" Lamp is here.
r. III. JORDAN s. CO.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
Mrs. Query's Millinery Score.

Mrs. Query's Millinery Score.
MILLINERY GOODS
FOR
Fall and Winter.
Ladies will find what they want in our stock.
We do not offer to sell 81 Hats for rs or SO cents,
but will sell Hats and Bonnets, and all the new
Novelties for Trimming, or Hats or Bonnets
ready Trimmed. as Cheap for Cash as any store
in this or any other city.
We have also added to our Fancy Goods Stock
a full line of Embroidery Silks, Filling Silks,
Wash Etching Silks, Filosele, Chenille, Arrasine,
Linen Specialties and Art Novelties, Zephyr,
Wool ETC., all at popular prices.
MRS. P. QUERY 6 co.
Sept 23, 1887
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
Lamps and Lamp Fittings,
KINGS

Extract of Sarsaparilla and Queens Delight
combined with Iodideepf Potash. -
This is Natures Own Remedy for all Dis
eases arising from impure condition of the
Blood, Eruptive and Cutaneous Diseases Fry
sipeas, st. Anthonys Fire, Pimples, letter,
Ringworm. Rheumatism, Syphilitic, Mercurial,
and all Diseases of like character
1t is an Alternative for the Restoration of Tone
and Strength to the system deblitated by disease;
hence it affords great protection from attacks
that originate in changes of climate. of seasons,
and of life
BURWELL & DUNN,
Sole Manufacturers and Proprietors
April %. 1887. Charlotte N C
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
THE DODGE 10 o. 81

(Formerly the Shannon HOUSE" ,,bCI
Centrally located on Tryon ST., pet"e'
Trade. nhsff
Good accommodations. MooeIn:r soljcb
The patronage of the travelling poDil'
Come once and you will come again rou to
Be sure that the hacknnan taxes yon HOus
DODGE HOUSE, ssformerly the . anTV0DGD |.
- MRS. E. r. pgTTpse T,psge
July "a, 1885.
DIR. Kings 81 !
Blood and Liver Pills are supefi0i
others. ,mp1I. a DUNMs4
Agents for Norm =
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24
Linseed Oil.

Turpentine. Varnishes, Colors, Paint Brushes
and everything required by Painters at
W. NJ. WILSON & cos
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24

Specialties in Hats.
The "Boss Raw Edge" Soft Hats, the Light
Weight" Silk Hats, most approved style
Trunks and Valises, very superior line.
Ladies' High Button Boots, Misses High But
on Boots, Children's High Button Boots.
Leather Back Bound Slipper Soles, Lambs
Bound Slipper Soles, Porpoise Laces, Alma
Polish, Fine Button Hooks, Stocking Heel Pro-
ectors.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1888-02-24

B Bottles may be easily cleaned with
hot water and fine cinders.
St. Paul daily globe., 1888-08-09
BY A CLOSE SCORE,
st. Paul Takes Another Game
ErOm the Chicago MarOons.

If the grand stand at Athletic park
had been refrigerator Yesterday after
noon, it could not have been much
cooler. The sun was behind the clouds,
and the wind, with an edge like knife,
gave impartial attention to the Specta
tors, who numbered but little more than
400. The game, however, was an un-
which ST. Paul won by get
together in the first inning. In the
sixth inning Murphy ran into Hoover,
knocking the ball out of his hands, and
from that time out the Chicago catcher
alternated playing the part of bully and
baby. to the disgust of everybody pres
ent. He openly threatened to get even
with Murphy, and struck MorriSsy in
the breast with the ball so hard that he
was almost sent OFF his feet.
The home team was made up
with Corbett OH second base,
who was signed by President
Thompson in Chicago Oh tuesday, and
got here just in time to don his uniform
for the game. He had absolutely moth
ing to do in the field and did nothing at
bat. Little. however, could be expected
OF him after nights ride. S0wders
pitched his first game since returning
from Minneapolis, and did excellent
work. He struck out the first three men
at bat, two more in the second inning,
and kept up the delivery of ''snakes"
to the end of the contest, get
ting a record of twelve strike-outS.
Besides he assisted four times from his
position on ground balls. Dwyer was
also very effective, only four scattered
hits being made off him after the first
inning. Outside of the pitching the
features of the game were a miraculous
left-handed stop and throw by Pickett
and fine catch OF foul fly by Kemm-
ler. Carroll opened the game with a
up fly just in front of the plate, which
both DWyer and Hoover ran for, but
failed to get. MOrriSSy landed one over
Hengle's head. Pickett pounded the ball
against the right field fence. and Patton
got it between Hengle and SchOeneck,
the result being three earned runs.
After this neither side scored until the
third inning, when Mutton hit to center
for base, and as he attempted to steal
second Kemmler threw wild to catch
him, and Murphy'S wild throw allowed
him to get home. In the fourth Rheims
hit to center and went to third on MOri
arity'S double TO right, the pair crossing
the plate and tving the score on two
wild pitches. In the sixth Murphy
drove the ball along the left foul line
halfway to third and took first. Nor
rissy hit a gr0under to Mutton. which
the latter fumbied and each runner took
a base on Pickett's ground ball to short
Patton hit to pitcher, who threw to the
plate to catch Murphy, but the ball was
knocked out of HoOver's hands and the
winning run scored. After the
fourth inning the Chicagos did
not get a hit, the only man to reach
first being Schoeneck, who got the bag on
Reilly'S- tumble. Joe Quest made his
first appearance here as an umpire, and,
though he had many close decisions to
make, gave general satisfaction. The
score follows: