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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24

The wire fence does not keep the
winds out Of the yards. When such
fence is made, the lower part should
be Of boards, and they should be put
together so as to be close. A fence
seven feet high, composed of three
feet of boards and four feet of wire,
should be high enough to keep nearly
all breeds Of hens within bounds, and
the boards will make the yards much
warmer and more comfortable than
when wire only is used. 1t Is an adj
vantage for the hens to be outside
sometimes for they will not be con-
tent to remain in on clear days; but
to send them outside on a cold, windy
day, with the yards enclosed only
with wire, is to expose them to
very severe test.
A yard should have wind-breaks of
some kind if the hens are to occupy
them, and this can De accomplished
in several ways; one by having boards
at the bottom, and another by ar
ranging corn stalks on the north and
west sides Of the fence. Anything
that will break the force of the wind
will be found beneficial. and
F'iFeSj1e
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24

being constantly poured into the air
above.
Says an agricultural exchange: We
once made the following experiment,
to obtain an approximate idea OF the
amount of moisture thus drawn off,
and the hindering effect on evapOra-
ton through constant stirring Of the
surface soil
During a prolonged drought a place
in well Travelled highway was Sc
lected, where the fine dust was sew
eral inches deep. A large bell glass
ca tWO-Quart Mason fruit jar will an
sWer the same purpose was we'll
chilled by contact with ice, wiped
perfectly dry and placed mouth down
on the dust and covered with several
thicknesscs of white cotton cloth.
After a period Of five minutes the
cloth was removed and it was found
that sufficient moisture had arisen
from the dust, and condensed on the
cold glass, to run down its sides and
form a wet ring in the dust, quite
plainly diSCernible.
On the side Of the road was a field
OIL GOTH NulCn Ullc owner Gdu llOU
cultivated for more than week.
The dry weather had formed a multi
tude of fine cracks in the soil, out of
which moisture was passing at a
rapid rate. To determine the differ
ence in evaporation of the unstirred
ground in the COrntiGld and the fire.
quently stirred dust in the road was
fact that would be valuable to know.
Accordingly we again chilled the glass
and placed it in the cOrnficld in the
same manner and for a like period Of
time as in the road dust. The result
showed to our satisfaction that the
moisture was pouring out Of the corn
field at least three times faster than
in the road.
Had the owner Of the cOrntield kept
the ground stirred lightly on top
every two or three days he would have
arrested this wasting moisture and
thereby watered his corn very effect
lively, besides destroying the noXious
weeds. 1t was worth to us all the
time and trouble taken in the eX-
pertinent to know this principle and
learn how thereafter to turn it to
valuable account in the cultivation of
corn and other crops
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
Becoming Left-handed Suddenly.

Three years ago, says the Boston Post,
a young lady of Fall River, Mass, was
hit upon the left side of her head by a
falling sign as she was walking along a
street in Boston. This Was followed by
brain fever. After some weeks she was
as we'll in mind and body So ever, but
from right-handed person she had be-
come so left-handed that she could
neither cut, sew nor write with her right
hand but found it easy to dc. all these
was Just ABOUT as useful as her left had
been before she was hurt. What is
strange is that, with so recent change
in the use of her hands, she never
makes an awkward motion, and is as
graceful in the use Of her left hand as if
she had been born left-handed.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
Kitchen Re cipe $.

COCOANUT JUMBLES. One cocoa
nut, two cups sugar, two cups -four,
one cup butter, three-Quarters cup
thick cream, whites of two eggs.
COCOANUT CAKE. cocoanut,
one pound sugar, one-half pound but
ter, six eggs. Leave in the pans
until cold.
NICE SPONGE CAKE. Ten eggs, one
pound of sugar half pound Of flour,
Juice and grated rind Of one lemon,
teaspoonful of salt. Mrs. G. @. Fur
bish.
OLD-FAsHIONED PUMPKIN Pie
One quart of steamed pumpkin, two
eggs, one quart of milk, one teaspoon
full of ginger, one of salt, one Of elm
namon, a little flour, one cup of
sugar, one cup Of molasses. Makes
three pies.
SWISS CAKE-One and half cups
of sugar four tablespoonfulsO fmelted
butter, two eggs, one cup of milk, one
teasDoOnful Of cream tartar, half tea
spoonful of soda. Flavor with rose
water.-Mrs. @. @. Kurdish.
CHOCOLATE COOKIES. One and a
half cups of sugar, two-thirds of cup
Of butter, one-half cup Of chocolate,
two eggs, one teaspoonfuls of soda,
two of cream tartar Mix stiff and
roll thin. Mrs. G @. Kurdish.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
A study in Tin Plate Prices.

those VINO nave Deem sheddlng many
tears over the duty which the Repub-
llcan Congress placed on tin plate need
not weep any more if they don't want
to. They can find comfort in the Iron
Trade Circular, published in Birming-
ham, Eng, and of course, it is free
trade, SO that the American free trade
weepers can count on the Circular S
statements as being correct. 1t gives
the highest prices of tin plate from 1877
to 1891, and will afford much interest
to those who wish to take valuable
lesson in tin plate prices:
PRICES OF COAL, &c. TIN PLATES.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
HOUSEHOLD AND KITCHEN.


For sore and infamed eyes use
burnt alum. Place the alum on
hot iron till it stops bubbling; then
dissolve it in cold water. 1t will
smart but it will do good. For dyson
terry or diarrhea, strong decoction
Of white oak bark tea is good, a
tablespoonful at a time. Two or
three doses are usually sufficient. For
erysipelas and salt rheum use the oil
Of tansy.- One application cured
erysipelas of twelve months standing
and salt rheum after the doctor had
given it I'D. Ten or twelve drops Of
kerosene oil on sugar, taken on going
to bed, will break up a severe cold.
It is very healing.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
The Dairy at the Worlds Fair.

Rules to govern the cOnduCtiOn Of
dairy tests of breeds at the Columbian
Dairy School have been submitted by
the subcommittee Of the Executive
Committee of the Columbia AS
ISOLATION. There will be two breed
tests. one for four months, one month
OF which is to be devoted to cheese
making; the other for seven months,
thirty days and six days and under
the same committee aS the other
Each cattle association competing
shall furnish twenty-five registered
COWS of their breed. except the Red
POlled and Brown Swiss aSSOciatiO
which may compete with an entry of
fifteen COWS each. An accurate &C
count will be kept of all food given
their COWS for thirty days before and
during the test, and all kinds of dairy
products so made in the test and
charged to the cow so fed at the mar
ket value. Owners will be at liberty
to feed as they choose, provided Ordi-
nary foods are fed to the cattle.
Great care will be taken to guard
against fraud in every way and the
COWS will be closely watched as well,
also their products, to see that they
are exactly as stated. Awards will
be made for increase of flesh, the
amount Of butter or cheese made by
individual COWS and for the best dairy
and also herd Of five COWS.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
Republican Reciprocity.

FACTS AND FIGURES.
Exports to the Same
Countries IN 1891, after
the Reciprocity Clause
had Gone into Effect,
In 1891, under Repub-
lican reciprocity, dur
ing the corresponding
period our exports of
bacon to that country
amounted i'll value to
$500 CAB.
To Republican reel
Iprocity is due this in
crease of SIG, 295, or 80
per cent, in these ex-
ports i'll that short
time.
In 1891, under Repub-
l1can reciprocity, our
exports to that country
amounted in value to
1913, $50.
This increase of $685.
2l2, or Alb per cent, in
these exports was cauS-
led solely by Republi-
can reciprocity.
In 1891, under Repub-
lican reciprocity, dur
ing the corresponding
period, our exports Of
bacon to those cOun-
tries amounted i'll value
to sos, So.
This increase of Sis
.6S4, or % per cent, was
Que solely to Republic
can reciprocity.
In 1891, under Repub-
lican reciprocity, dur
ing the corresponding
month our exports of
the same articles to
those countries amour
ted in value to S25, 7S6.
This increase of SI4,-
81, or 123 per cent. was
caused by Republican
reciprocity.
In 1891, under Repub-
1ican reciprocity, these
employees received in
wages the sum of S14,-
go, 00C.
Thus did Republican
reciprocity put Sl,Y7l,-
900 more in the pockets
of these wage-earners
during last year.
In 1891, under Repub-
lican reciprocity, dur
Ing the corresponding
period our exports to
that country amounted
in value to S7,OG3, 222.
This increase of ST.
246, 1913. or 1876 per cent,
was caused by the Stim-
ulatiDg effects on trade
of Republican reci-
Iprocitv.
In 1891, under Repub-
lican reciprocity, dur
ling the corresponding
Iperiod our exports Of
these articles TO that
country amounted in
value to 81. 225,S12.
This remarkable in
crease of S1,7T5, 645, or
S95 per cent, was caus-
ed by Republican reci-
nrnnitu
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
How He Got His Start.

A man from Biddeford, Me-, who
started as candy peddler with small
circus, has turned out to be better
Snowman than the proprietor of the
circus. The circus became stranded III
Altoona, Pa, and the candy peddler
took the fat woman, the stuffed snake
and the trained bear as his share of the
wreck. He exhibited the curiosities in
a vacant store, cleared $500 the first
week, enlarged his show, hired a small
hall and now owns fourishing dime
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
Useful Knowledge.

To CURE A BURN WITHOUT LEAv-
ING A SCAR.-MiX beeswaX and lin
seed oil together, spread over the
burn thick, and let it remain until it
comes off.
To TAKE STAINS OUT OF SILK
Mix in a vial two ounces Of essence
Of lemon and one ounce of oil Of tur-
pentine. Grease and other spots
rubbed gently with a linen rag
dipped in this wash will disappear.
TINCTURE OF ROSES may be made
by taking the leaves of the common
rose and placing, without pressing
them, in a common bottle, pouring
spirits of wine over them, closing the
bottle and letting it stand.
To CLEAN ARTICLES OF WHITE
ZEPHYR. Rub in -four and magnesia,
after which shake and hang in the
sun.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
PRICES OF COAL, &c. TIN PLATES.
Foreign Foreign
New HIlfV added.

It will be seen from this British state
ment that the present price Of tin plate
in Wales is the lowest ever known in
the history Of tin plate making. And
what is the result in this country
Scores of tin plate factories are being
established here. Thousands of work
men are being employed, millions Of
dollars are being invested, and tin plate
has not increased in price
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
Notes.

Notes.
PROVIDE good winter shelter for all
classes Of domestic animals.
THE quality of the food has much
to do with the quality of milk.
On account Of maintaining animal
heat more fattening ration should
be given during the winter than in
the summer even with growing pigs.
BE careful Of the eyes of animals.
They are just as delicate as the eyes
Of human beings. People often
work around stock very carelessly
with forks.
BLANKETING a horse in the stable
makes his coat short and sleek. This
makes him look more valuable, and
it is easier to keep him clean than a
long-haired horse.
CALVES need the best attention,
especially in winter. The growth
they have attained during the sum-
mer must not be allowed to stop, nor
must they be permitted to become
poor now.
Hose who have tested it claim
that sweat spirits of inter is the
most valuable preventive of milk
fever that is known. Give two
ounces Immediately after calying,
and repeat the dose in two or three
hours.
A CORRESPONDENT asks if there is
a breed of COWS that are especially
cheese COWS? Any cow that gives
plenty Of good milk is a good cheese
cow. The Holstein- Friesian has been
supposed, however, to have special
merit as cheese COW.
THE hog is unQuestionably proof
against diseases to a greater extent
than any other living creature, If
anything else that breathes were kept
in such filthy quarters and fed on
such rotten and bad food as thousands
Of swine are there would be an cpl
demic.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24

should do, if he can afford it, giving
himself more time for reading, study,
management, and social duties and
privileges. And the labOrer is also
worthy Of his hire. American Agri-
CulturiSt.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24

IOunQ anyJnlng
equal to the ar
IA n G c IN e n t
shown in the
cut, writes a
correspond G n t
in Farm and
II ON e. T wO
heavy Pc s t S
are set in the
ground at least
three feet. At
t n e pr 0 D er
height they are
sawed eff level
and the grind
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
AGRICULTURAL TOPICS.
A FEW SUGGESTIONS FOR OUR
RURAL READERS.

Importance Of Stirring the Ground-Con-
corning arm Eabor-VaIue of Salt and
Ashes for Piss--Ihe Dairy at the Worlds
Tair-HousehoId and Kitchen.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
Keep the Ground stirred.

I IL Is l FARMER
the
value of a fire.
Quent stirring Of
the soil in the
corn field. The
value of this
practice, how
ever, is greatly
increased in sea-
sons of drought.
The reasons is
that the top Of
the soil by fire.
Quent stirring is
made to act the
part Of a sponge,
and arrests the
moisture that is
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24

In 1890, during the
five months ending De-
cember 81, the exports
from the United States
to Porto Rico amount
ed In value to S6SS,47S.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24

In 1890, during the
four months ending De-
cember 81, the exports
of the United States 10
Cuba amounted III val
ne to 4.S16,029.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
An IDnm OVabIa Grind Stone

Who has not been annoyed when
grinding by the webbing Of the grind
stone on its frame, especially when
the treadle was in use? Ihavc never
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24

In 1890, the volume Of
wages paid to the EN-.
plOyes engaged in the
meat industries in Chi.
cago aggregated S1S,-
$50, 600.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24

In 1880, during the
five months ending Sep
TENDER l, the exports of
bacon from the United
States to Brazil amount
ed in value to SOC. 74S.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24

In 1890, during the
five months ending Sep
TENDER l. the exports OF
bacon from the United
States to Cuba and Por-
to Rico amounted in
value to S49, 19S.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
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stone buShlngS secured IN place
on top Of them. Another ad-
vantage offered by this frame is that
it does not interfere with the grinder
or his tools. 1t should be we'll
braced if the ground be soft, by
placing stones or blocks Of wood
against the posts at the top and bot
tom Of the hole underground. If a
third post is set facing the grind
stone and bracket or narrow shelf
attached to it, the can to supply the
stone with water may drip from it as
shown.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24

In 1890, during the
month of September,
the exports of sewing
machines from the
United States to Cuba
and Porto Rico amount
ed in value 10 Sl1.57I.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
THE GERRYMANDER CASE.
SPOONER'S GREAT ARGUMENT
ON THE RIGHTS OF PEOPLE.

Republican Observation-Disclosures Facts
snd Figures-BIaine Not "A Candid ate
Wool and Kevenue-A Study in Tin
Plate Prices.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24

In 1890, during the
eleven months ending
November so. the eX-
ports of steam engines
and machinery from
the United States to
Brazil amounted in
value to Sag, CO...
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
Wages and Treatment of Farm Labor.


The laborer has always resisted the
introduction of labOr-saving machines
at the outset, sometimes TO the de-
structiOn of the offending innoya
tiOns, fearing that the demand for his
service may decline and wages fall.
1t IS ever a futile opposition and a
foolish fear, as the result is always an
increase of demand and production,
the elevation of labor and increase Of
wages. Fifty years ago the wages of
farm hands employed by the year
ranged from IS to SO per month,
rarely Sl2 in regions of unusual de-
mand.
The range for labor is now from $50
to $50 per month, in extreme cases
somewhat higher. Last year, in the
midst OF depression, the average
wages of New England was $26. Ga
per month, of the Middle States,
S23.62, OF the Western States, 80.
1t has been very steady for years 1t
was lowest in 1879, when all prices
were very low. The labor of COlOred
men has also advanced as it has be-
come more intelligent. The farm
labor Of the Southern States averaged
$14.77 last year. 1t is a common
complaint of farmers that labor IS too
high. AS the burden of rural drudg-
cry is relieved, the proprietor is in
clined to take things easier, as he
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24
To Tunnel INTO New York.

The COrbin management Of the New
York & New England propose tun-
mel into the heart of New York City
line. Besides this $6,OO0,OOO of trust
bonds will be issued convertible into
preferred stock.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24

AUSTRALIAN eggs are now shipped to
London, thanks to an extraordinary
new process of preservation.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1892-02-24

FACTS AND FIGURES.
Exports to the Same
Countries IN 1891, after
the Reciprocity Clause
had Gone into Effect.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1892-06-03
INDICTMENTS FOUND.
Four Men Implicated in the Murder of
Ira Mullins.

Special to the Leaf.Chronicle.
BIG STONE GAP, VA, June g.
The grahd jury has found indict-
ments against Doc Taylor, formerly
a revenue officer, and three brothers
named Blevins, for the killing of Ira
Mullins and wife and friends, little
over two weeks ago, at Pound Gap,
on the Virginia side.
A body OF armed men were sent
into Letcher county, Ky, by County
Judge III. A. w. Skeen few days be-
fore, upon the motion of the Wise
county grand jury, to escort Mrs.
Wilson Mullins and young John
Mullins, the two survivors of the
massacre, to Wise, to appear before
the grand jury. The indictments
were the result. They do not neces-
sariIy mean much, for no attempt
has been made to capture the often
ders, as they are hiding.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1892-06-03
THE TOBACCO OUTLOOK.
Farmers Planting Both Sides of the Earth
N and the Rsgies WiAKpaok the Bot. =.

Wears having Il glorious tobacco
planting season. Plants are plentiful,
and farmers have bad a week of
favorable weather to prepare the
ground and very nearly the whole
crop will he set this week. Many
will finish setting tobacco before
they are done planting corn.
Itnow begins to appear that a
very large crop will be planted
everywhere. The hurley planters
are encouraged by the good prices,
the increase of the home demand and
1.-THE new demand coming from the
foreign trade. !. The crop in the dark
district has been reduced for two
years, relieving the market of the
surplus OF old stocks and stimulating
fair prices for the '91 crops. Most of
the farmers sold loose and early,
while the competition was up be-
tween The Reggie buyers and country
dealers, and have been accordingly
encouraged to plant a large crop
this year. Now that. the fight has
been transferred to the Board,
the country dealer finds the old
enemy to be Ills principal Gus
toner. The question is, can the coun
try dealer force the Reggie contractors
to pay him an advance while holding
a full hand In the face Of a large
planting. II hecan, then the couE
try dealer will be in the swim, and
full or fight next fall. But if he comes
out at the little end of the horn on
the present deal, he will lack much
for backbone to tackle the cdmbina-
ton next fall; in fact CAM DO il at any
figure, high or low, and the farmers
with itrge crop will be completely
at the mercy Of 'the Reggie
contractors, as was the case in
1888. Our advice to the boys
in the burrows, all along has been not
to kill the goose that laysthe golden
egg, and this we repeat. Better
plant some Of the land in late Irish
POTATOES, raise peas and more pigs,
and take care Tor good home living.
Why not organize a vegetable and
small fruit association and mix crops. |
Why not form lamb'club and dog
club aud raise more sheep, some
thing that pays 100 per cent in in
crease and improves the land? Do
these things and help the country
dealer IT, live. f>, #ar. nl3 ta
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1892-06-03

Special to the Leaf-Chroncie.
HopKlNsvILLE, KY, June 81
ID. w, Stewart, a prominent citizen
of this section, disappeared from his
home Just across in Trigg county
Monday under mysterious circurn-
stances, and as he has not been heard
from since there are grave fears as
to his fate. He had about 500 in
money on his person when last seen,
and il is believed TINT he has either
met with foul play or lost his mind
and wandered of. Search is ling
made for him, ...-.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1892-06-03
Good News,

No other medicine in the world was
ever given such q test of its curative
qualities, as Otto's Cure. Thousands
of bottles of this great German remedy
are being distributed free Of charge,
by druggists in this country, to those
afflicted with Consumption, Asthma,
Group, severe Coughs, Pneumonia and
all Throat and Lung diseases, giving
the people proof that Ottos Cure will
cure them, and that it is the grandest
triumph OF Medical science. For sale
by Tudhope Drug Co. Samples free.
Large bottles soc.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1892-06-03
Guaranteed Cura.

We authorize our advertised drug
gsts to sell DR.. Kings New Discovery
ior Consumption, Coughs and Colds,
upon this condition: If sou are af,
ficted with Cough, Cold or any
Throat, Lung or Chest trouble, and
will use this remedy rs directed, Civ
ing it fair trial, and experience no
benefit, you may return the bottle
and have your money refunded. We
could not make this offer did we not
know that DR.. Kings New Discovery
could be relied ON. 1t never disap.
points. Trial bottles free at owen &
Moore's drug store. Large size soc.
and Sl,0O.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1892-06-03

Judge East declined the Prohi-
bition nomination. for Governor OF
Tennessee, rs we anticipated, ytster-
day. Judge East is not hankering
after Office, and especially nomina-
ton that promises nothing but
empty hOnOrJ. No Office in the gift
of the State would pay him to give
up his business, unless that it be
coal Oil Inspector Of Nashville.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1892-06-03
THE MEETING CLOSED.
Rev. l.. M. Blanton Leaves this Morning
for Nashville.

The revival that has been in pro.
gress for nearly a month at the Meth
odist church closed last night, and
Rev. l.. NJ Banton left this morning
for Nashville. This meeting hasdone
the Methodist church much good
here. In Mr.. BlantOn's words, '"it
was not Waterloo so far as prufes.
sions were concerned, but the church
members have been greatly bene-
fitted" Mr.. Blanton made many
warm friends while here who will,
give him Il welcome should he return
at any time in the future.