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Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26
E.reriment Station Rnuetin 30. .

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Experiment Station Bulletin No. ..
published by authority of the secretary
of agriculture, ]. NJ Rusk, is digest of
the annual reports of the agricultural
experiment stations in the United States
for 1883. Part of this bulletin covers
over 25O pages, and treats by itself the
report of each station, with only such
comment as is necessary to connect the
several parts. The financial reports of
the stations have been reserved for
Part III.
A review OF the present digest of an
nual reports of the stations leads to sev-
eral conclusions regarding the expert
ment station enterprise in the United
States, of which the following are noted
in the introduction: First, it is observed
that the reports are not fair exhibit of
a years work. Most of the stations are
new. Of fifty-seven stations now in op-
Grafton only twenty were organized pre-
vious to 1888, when the act of congress
providing SIS, 900 per year for each state
for the purpose came into effect, and it
was not until the spring of that year
that the appropriation was made availa-
Bile. Much of their first effort was de-
voted to such preparation as precedes
the actual work of investigation.
The prospects of the experiment sta
tion enterprise is, it is claimed. on the
whole encouraging. As regards the sci
entific character of their work, our sta
tions are doing just what the European
stations did in their early experience,
they are selecting questions of immedi-
ate practical interest and studying these
in the most direct ways, because they
feel that they must, and neither they
nor their constituencies have found by
actual experiment how often this meth
od fails. Most of our stations are con-
nected with educational institutions,
where experience shows that their work
is most tadvantageously done.
This bulletin is rendered easy for ref
erence by the completeness of its index
The table of contents at the beginning
1f the book presents the reports of the
Individual stations according TO states
in alphabetical order. At the close of
the volume appear an index of names
and an index of subjects. Later on will
appear on this page additional notice in
reference to the various individual sta
ton reports.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26
AnYlrx ru nurRERs

Are you disturbed st night and broken
OF your rest by sick child suffering and
crying with pain of cutting teeth2 II so,
send at once and get bottle of Mrs.
Winslow's Soothing Syrup for children
teething, It's value is incalculable.
1t will relieve the poor little sufferer i'm,
mediately. Depend upon il mothers.
there is no mistake about it. 1t cures
dysentery, diarrhoes. regulates the stom-
sch and bowels, cures wind collie, soft
ems the gums, reduces Inflammation. and
gives tone and energy to the whole sys-
tenn. Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup
for Children Teething is pleasant to the
taste, and is the prescription of one Of
the oldest and best female nurses and ply.
sicians in the United States, and is for
sale by al druggists throughout the
world. Price 2S cents per bottle.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26
TILE yRRnIcr rrN.NMons

W. d. Suit, druggist. Bippus, Ind,
testifies: Il can recommend Electric
Bitters as the very best remedy. Every
bottle sold has given relief in every case
One man took six bottles, and was cured
of rheumatism of ten years standing. "
Abraham Hare, druggist. Bellville, Ohio.
affirms: The best selling medicine
have ever handled in my twenty years
experience. IS Electric Bitters." Thous-
ands of others have added their testimo-
ny, so that the verdict is unanimous that
Electric Bitters do cure all diseases of
the liver. kidneys or blood Only half
dollar bottle at Hartz & Bahnsen's
drug store.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26

According to a report of the agricul-
.ural department at Washington, the
homestead area, supposed to be limited
20 200 miles west Of the Missouri, already
extends about 400 miles, and it is thought
there are surprises Of success Yet in re-
serve for the experimental arid lands
armer of the future.
The corn crop of Texas is reported as
he largest ever grown. The quality of
.he wheat is excellent. A good crop of
prghum has been realized. In some
portions of southern Texas large crops
of the sugar cane have been planted, and
handsome profits have been reaped. An
immense crop Of cotton has been grown.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26

5 essential to good health: but at this
eason 1t is often lost. owing to the pow
fty or impurity Of the blood, derange-
ent Of the digestive organs. and the
sakening effects Of the changing sea
g.. Hoods Sarsaparilla II q wonderful
1iicine for creating an appetite. toning
Indigestion, and giving strength to the
w,sls system. Now IL the time to take
1t. BE sure TO get Hoods Sarsaparilla.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26

In the pursuit OF the goo1 things Of
his world we anticipate too much; we
eat out the heart and sweetness of world
ly pleasures by delightful forethought Of
them. The results obtained from the use
OF DR.. Jones Red Clover Tonic far exceed
all claims. 1t cures dyspepsia, and all
stomach, liver, kidney and bladder
troubles. 1t is perfect tonic, appetizer,
blood purifier, a sure cure for ague and
mslarial diseases. Price. so cents, of
druggists
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26

Who of us are wIlnout trouble be they
small or larger The blessings Of health
are best appreciated when we are sich
and in pain. A hacking cough. a severk
cold, or any throat or lung disease are
very Troublesome; but all Of these may be
quickly and permanently cured by DIR.
Bigelew's Cure, Safe and pleasant for
children. Price 50 cents.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26

n breath Of chronic cstarrh patient
Is OH 80 offensive that he becomes an
oo]eoof disgust. After time ulcera-
tion Is in. the spongy bones are at
tackedad frequently destroyed. A con-
slant ,urce Of discomfort is the Drip
ping othe purulent secretions into the
throat. Pmetimes producing inveterate
DronchiN which in its turn has been
the excl!g cause Of pulmonary disease.
Inc orlliht results which have attended
lts use io7ears past properly designate
Eiys Crea Balm - by far the best ~
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26

FIG. BARN FOR FORTY ACRE FARM
feet wide; B, the barn floor, 10 feet
wide. and NJ. NOV or bay, IA feet wide.
If granary is wanted make it at G, Z
feet wide, IA feet deep and feet high,
boarding it tight, and secure from YER
min. Storage for hay is over stables and
feed hall. NJ is for grain, fodder, straw,
etc, and the NOW over the barn floor
can be utilized for the same.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26

An English syndicate is reported to be
negotiating for the purchase of the phos>
phste beds OF South Carolina.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26

Farmer Hudson, of Templeton, San
Luis, Obispo county. Cal, pulled beet
the other day that weighed 154 pounds.
II was seven feet long
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26
BETTER THAN GOLD.
RESTORED HER Ifr,yTu

fAA@' 'AOnn.b AAEiN II.
fw % years suffered from boils, e-ys'' eias'
and other blood affections, taking during that
time great Quantities Of different medicines With
out giving me any perceptIble relief Fri .nds
induced me to Try S. s. s. 1t improved me rom
the start. and after taking several botfle, re-
stored my health as far as could hope FIR at
my age, which Is now seventy-five years.
Mas. $. NJ. Lucas, Bowling Green. ISy.
Treatise on Blood and skin Diseases mailed free
SWIFT SPECIFIC ca. '',nta, Tia
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26
BUCKLRN's ARNIcA sALyE.

The best sslve in the world for cuts,
bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheum. fever
sores, letter, chspped hands, chilblains,
corns and all skin eruptions, and posi-
lively cures piles. or no pay required. II
is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction
or money refunded. Price 25 cents per
box. For sale nv Hartz & Rahnsen.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26
SUGGESTIONS ABOUT BARNS.

Barn with Cow Stable and Box stails-In-
rreasinE scanty Barn Space.
In the first cut herewith presented is
shown a. cheap method of increasing
barn or stable room, recently suggested
by Rural New Yorker. The scanty barn
room of many farms attests TO the value
of the suggestion. The addition con-
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26

A New York school teacher compelled
a boy who was too wide awake to he real
good, to write the word Chicago" l 200
times as a punishment
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26
MINNEAPOLIS. MINN.
NO CURE, NO PAY.

Syphilis, elect Structure and all old lingering
cases, where the blood has become poisoned
causing ulcers, blotches sore throat and mouth'
pains IN the head and bones, and all diseases of
qnired from exposure are CURED FOR LIFE
MEN OF ALL AGES who are suffering from the ter
rible effects OF Seminal weakness, Sexual dehili-
ty and loss OF Sexual power as the resnit q,
Youthful Indiscreton, excesses Of mature
years, producing emissions, nervousness loss of
memory, &c, are thoroughly and permanently
cured.
DIR. Feller, who has had many years experience
in this specially, is graduate from one Of the
leading medical colleges of the country. He has
NEVER tailed In curing any cases that he has un-
uertaken. Cases and correspondence saredly
confidential Call or write for list OF questions
Medicines sent by mail and express everyuhe re-
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26

- population Of Japan is just under
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-12-26
THE TRAVELLERS GUIDE,

THICAGo, ROCK ISLAND & PACIFIC RAIL
way-Depot corner Fifth avenue and Thirty
first street, j. r Cook, agent
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1889-09-27

A bright little maid to hcr mother once said,
-ro-day, by your side as sat-
When we called on Miss Falk hoard you both
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1889-09-27

eminent namesake, Dr.. Iheophlus
Twizzlcton, of Harley street, who was
oddly enough expected by the same
train as myself. Unless l am mistaken
Mr.. Hardup, you have got him here. :"
On hearing this the elder Mr.. Twiz-
zleton at once produced his card and
handed it to Hardup, apologizing at the
same time for his intrusion:
81 am delighted, my dear madam" he
said, turning to Mrs. Hardup, that you
have no occasion for my services. With
your permission, will now go to poor
Mrs seely, and leave my namesahe to
perform with the banjo and the three
dogs in the barrel.
But he did not go. The hospitable
Hardups insisted on making amends for
his discontinue by keeping him for the
night and taking him to the Dumping
ton ball. There Mrs. Carnegie per-
suaded him to renew his dancing days..
and devoted herself to consoling him
with so much success that it is very
likely there will soon be Mrs. Twlz-
zleton in Harley street.
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1889-09-27
A LABOR OF LOVE.
BIZ SYDNEY GREY.

A bright little maid to hcr mother once said,
.To-day by your side as sat-
When we called on Miss Falk, hoard you boil
talk
OF a labor of love-whnt is that?"
Tho kind mother smiled, and she answered
Dear child
1t simply means something begun
With hearty good Twill. never firing until
The business is thoroughly done.
"Wl1en you tend your pot bird, It's labor OF
love,
And when in your garden you work;
About lessons, my deur, 1 am not quite SO
clear,
For these you-well, now and then--shirk
Nay raise your bright eyes, some day you'll he
wise,
With the blessing of God from above.
Nov LII tell you n few things ono should do,
Which ought to be labors of love:
"Words of kindness to speak to the sad md the
weak,
Perhaps they will comforted be:
And daily to plan all tho good That we can
For those who nre poorer than we.
When the best should choose self-denial to
use
That others may happiness share:
Never counting the cost, though some pleasure
be lost,
If we Tighten ono burden OF caro-.
.To cherish tho old. neglect to uphold
The cause that is holy and right;
And these are the acts which our Bible enacts
We must do with our strength and our might.
1t is there too, we road, for our uttermost
Seek the things which aro found but above
And this t!oar pray every night, every day,
May be your chief labor of love-.
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1889-09-27
THE CHINESE HAVE NO NERVES


An English physician residing
China points out that the most chaE'|
teristic difference between the Chn|
man and the Caucasian of Europe y
in the formers lack of nervousness. v
in America, who have seen the CAHl
man working necessarily in his I'LL
laundry, shall find no difficulty III
lleving the statements Of the Ensa1
physician when he says: "The Caln]
man can write all day, he can WORK
day, he can stand for whole day IN y
position, weaving, hammering golu
cutting ivory, without once beng j
tackled by nervousness. This pecul11
ity makes itself apparentin early !0ap
The Chinaman can bear any Rlnu
bodily exercise. Sport and play att
him unnecessary labor. He can SIC;
anywhere and in any position-a!u'''
laundering machines, deafenlns no,s'
the cry of children or the wranS',
grown people ;. on the ground, III D'1 y,
on chair" In his own innoceh' "
the Chinaman is almost Syburlte~
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1889-09-27
u.,, uonp AocoMp11snED.

A word whispered on an Alpine slope
NO, ,,roo;n;tate an avalanche, and sug
gestion spoken by friend may start a
man in an honorable career. Sir Will
liam Napier, disabled By an incurable
wound and living on half-pay, was
Walk o one day in London with Lord
Langdale. Napier had been dabbling
in painting and sculpture, and had writ
ten for the Edinburgh Rerie1c an able
article on Jominis great work on mill
tary operations.
The two friends conversed, while
walking, on Southeys narrative OF the
Peninsula War, then fresh from the
press, and Lord Langdale was greatly
struck by Napier's remarks concerning
the events of the struggle, in which he
himself had achieved distinction.
Napier, what are you going to do?"
suddenly asked Langdale.
"Do you mean where am [ going to
dine?" asked Napier.
"No, no. What are you thinking Of
for an occupation? You ought to give
yourself to literature. Your article on
Jomini proves that you can write. Why
not write history of the warp
Napier went home to tell his wife
what Lord Langdale had said. He
added that he doubted whether he was
clever enough to write a history of the
war. She believed i'll her husbands
talents, and was anxious that he should
take up some serious occupation, and
accordingly urged him to try. He
did try. Day after day lie
labored at his desk. His wife
though burdened with the cares of
large family, was his counsellor and
amanuensis. She deciphered the whole
of Joseph Bonaparte's secret correspon-
dence, written in cipher which had
baffied all the experts who had under
taken to read it.
Il would have given e2O,O0o," said
Wellington, on hearing of her success,
"to any person who could have done
that for me in the Peninsula"
Five years after the conversation
with Lord Langdale the first volume Of
the History of the Peninsular War was
published. 1t made its author famous.
The public We're delighted to read the
book of one who had nobly shared in
making the history he so eloquently
narrated. His descriptions of battles,
sieges and marches stirred the hearts Of
readers, and school boys acclaimed his
most brilliant passages. But the sim.
pie word Of friend had started this
historian TO his work. Youths Com.
Dd11iO7l.
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1889-09-27
NOT wu.aT TT USED TO BE.

1t is by no means uncommon SN ~,
the course of being rebuilt to" u. = 4
the charm of old associations. ~
glish writer tells story which D ~
this point with unconscious soS'a1
A certain Mayor of Norwich VIZ ID
lected for royal favor because Oh No -
treatment Of the wretched fem''au', n
the English Army which found s1 ,;t;1
in the city after an ill-fated ezpe ,lar|
agsinst the Dutch. When the w.
was presented at court, his 49,
honorsd him by few words OF '''''
sation. ,.s
"Ah, Mr.. Mayor, Norwich is. q W
ancient city, is ii not?" :, ,.os 4
ut used to- be, your Majesty ""'
Mayors regretful reply
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1889-09-27
CLOSE YOUN MOUTH.

"You snore, don't you?' asked the
doctor of a patient who was afflicted
with throat trouble.
"My wife says that do"
"And you laugh quite often?"
"Yes."
And your mouths open good deal
of the time-just as it is now-when
you are talking, laughing or snoring?"
Il suppose So"
"Well, that is what ails you. Break
yourself of the habit and your throat
will get we'll. Breath through your
nose-that is what it is made for. When
you draw the air through your mouth
you receive it with all the dust and i'm
purities it contains. Professional run
ners understand this; they know they
cannot hold out in race unless they
keep their mouths closed. If people
generally knew how many diseases of
the throat and lungs are brought on by
wrong habits of breathing 1 think they
would be more cautious. Why, even a
horse can't stand it. I wouldn't buy an
animal that kept its mouth open all the
time, nor would any man who knew
anything about horses"
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1889-09-27
W.lsHINGTON'S PORTRIIT.

The Union Hotel at Wrightsville, Pa,
enjoys wide reputation because Of its
age and historic fame It was built in
l736, and at one time Washington used
it as his headquarters during the Rev
olutionary war. Room 7 is still hon
ored as his sleeping apartment, and
according to the present proprietor, the
furniture and the fittings are the same
now as when Washington occupied the
room century and a half ago Few
guests are put into this particular room,
because it is alleged that at certain
hour OF the night the wall facing the
bed is Illuminated and the reflection Of
Washington's face can be plainly seen.
The most singular fact is that no mat.
ter which way the bed is turned the re-
Election is always on the wall facing the
head-board. Gentlemen known
throughout the State for character and
veracity have occupied the same cham
Der and have seen the reflection,
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1889-09-27
THE DEMOCKATIC TEAM.

1t was during the last campaign. One
OF the ornate bores who take "straw
votes" had been pursuing his nefarious
calling on railway train and had
reached the last man. "Who will Won
vote for for president?
The regular dimmyc.atic nominee. p
was the prompt reply.
"Ah," said the straw voter hland,v
as he marked it down, you're away be.
hind on this train. Everybody hero is
for Blaine" ' -
ITO the divil wild this train" 70.
sponded She other; there's wan lust be.
hind that IL rool up dimmycratic ma
1orlty that 'ud make you tired"
AID what train is that ?" asked +ho
bore, as he stopped in his calculation
an d looked up with interest.
"The gravel train" was the tr;,,n,
phant repl y.-Omaha Republican,
IHE road to ruin leads through the
wicket gate.-PittsJuygh Chronicle
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1889-09-27
WISE AND uNw1,r
ARTIFICIAL honey-1.;,

mail. sses Sent
A BERRY-p1ckER generally ,..
he can and cans what he get, ss'S vi
IT'S swarm enough for any n..
a hive of bees lights on his Go man vi
1T is said there is no color -
port about paint trust. W The
An ossified man is beipe a.,
He is the Bonypart of the mrs ean5its
CHICAGO lives in an atmos,, u
meat. 1t is part of the his a fpae'e
is Dir to. suae tie
The most unfair thing that H..
to women is that engagements Da y.
short and marriages 50 long. ate
A MAN may attack a roast t,,.,.
antly, and yet quail on toast WINE
denly called upon to respond to o..
TIE difference between rye WIZ.
and chloroform is that one mako. WIS
stagger and the other makes him him q y
BECAUSE popular physician j, !
sidered q "duck of q doctor i -
means follows that he is sometb;n.
quack.
ToM-What do you underst,n,
the word "brevity.' Dick-Brsria,l
a word that describes the nrsr';r
style of bathing dresses. '''I
Brown-since Giltedge made . 81
in oil he has got ODE quite hjab.sA
Jones-Well, I should say h. y
Why, he has even added wines
house.
SMILEY BAKEn-Yes, Tn coin,
get married at last, but its MIC,
risky, mighty risky. VAN R1pER-T1
don't worry; you can't do worse a
your wife, anyway. Who is she9
HE vigorous efforts of prize fight
to spoil each other for future refsrs,
brings to mind the adage: TO
victor belongs the spoils." In this o
however, it's the other fellow that :
them.
A CLERGYMAN, consoling a vou
widow on the death of her husb,n
remarked that she could not find
equal. II know I can't" replied
sobbing fair one. But" she adj.
with a heavenly smile, Il mean to I'd
LADY-What! left your situation
soon, Maria? Maria-Yes, mum,
couldn't stay no longer. Lady-VI
Maria? Maria-Well, ye see mn
my mistress wouldn't let me ave
young gentleman to dinner, an ther
say that the only way to mans art
through his stomach!
A COMMERCIAL traveller lately left
article belonging to his wardrobe at
inn and wrote to the chambernad
forward it to him by return of post,
answer to which he received the iolh
ing:
hope. dear sir. you'll not feel hurt;
I'll frankly tell you all about it.
I've made a shift with your old shirt
And you must make shift withgmi
HEAD Waiter Hope you are not
ing to forget the waiter, sir. Guest
No, sir; I'm not going to forget Hmm
forgive him, either. Why don't YOU
to work and quit begging? Hang
if l haven't half a mind to have YOU :
rested for vagrancy. Head Waiter
But, sir, I have employment sir;
proprietors of this hotel, sir, are
employers, sir. Guest-Then VI
don't they pay you enough to keepy7I
from begging? Hang me, if l do1
have them arrested, too, as accessoEI
before the fact.
THE DECEPTIVE LAWN MOWER.
The lawn mower in the picture
Looks ethereal and light,
And the fair young lady pushing it,
A phantom of delight.
And you buy it and you take it home
Rut ere yOnr worl, is done
You'll want an OK to push it,
And you'll swear it weighs ton
-Omdha Wor1d.
THE CHINESE HAVE NO NEEVEs1
An English physician residing
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1889-09-27

IHE road to ruin leads through the
wicket gate.-PiHsbuygA Chronicle
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1889-09-27
HEAD Waiter Hope YOU are moi (

THE DECEPTIVE LAWN MOWER.
The lawn mower in the picture
Looks ethereal and light,
And the fair young lady pushinsit it,
A phantom of delight.
And you buy it ind you take it home
But ere your work is done,
You'll want an OK to push it,
And you'll swear it weighs ton.
-0,O111 IVo,1J
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1889-09-27

TIE DE1CON'S EVIL PROPENSITY,
An amusing incident occurred in one
of our down-east churches few months
ago. The clergyman gave out the