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Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
Wealth and Credit.

Official estimates place the value Of
farm animals-norses. cattle, mules.
hogs and sheep-in the United States
at no less than $1,S19, 446.306 This Is
quite three times the total interest-bear.
ing debt of the country. 1t Is suffi-
cient to pay Off all the national debt,
including all the treasury notes, bonds,
gold and silver certificates. and every
thing else. and still leave a balance Of
$171, 61S,S19. Thus this one compare
lively insignificant item OF wealth
constituting an infinitesimal fraction OF
the country's possessions--is greater by
hundreds of millions than the total
debt. much of which Is amply provided
for by gold and silver deposits and in
other ways. What possible excuse can
there be for craftsmanship which dis
credits n country with such resources
and compeIs it to pay 3N per cent. for
money TO meet temporary treasury
needs New York World.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
Making VS.. Buying a Lawn.

The business of cutting sod to 5e
transplanted Is not so common since
most people, even in the cities, have
learned how much cheaper and ensier
1t is to get a better lawn with little
fertilizer and grass seed. A good, rich
seed bed is required to make the trans
planted sod take root, and although for
a few days it may look well, when dry
weather comes the sodded lawn pre-
sents very shabby appearance. A
seeded lawn will in few weeks show
q lively green, and 1t requires much
less watering In dry weather than does
the sod. Besides, with good seed bed,
the householder who makes his lawn
can select the kinds of grasses that
he wants Some sweet-scented vernal
grass should always be sown. 1t is
rarely or never found in sods cut for
transplanting. as they are usually gath
cred by the roadside.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
Erozen Ensilaue.

There Is always some fermentation in
ensilage and this raises the temperature
so that it is difficult to freeze it. This
past winter has, however, been so cold
large enough bulk to protect itself.
Freezing always expands the frozen
body, and this is accompanied by the
admission of more air, which, of course,
causes the ensilage to rot rapidly as
soon as thawing weather comes. The
complaints that ensilage keeps poorly
after extremely cold weather indicates
that it has been frozen, for unless so
injured the cooler the weather the less
danger of fermentation there should be.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28

1t will never make large tree in such
position. and II its top - cut OH few
feet higher than the fence IL needed
II will not shade much ground. 1t Is
better to nall slab or board to thu
tree. stake to fasten the wires to. as
they viii thus hold better than In the
soft, green wood. The locust Is some
times used as a live fence post, but this
tree grows too large. and Its roots,
whenever disturbed by the plow, throw
up an innumerable amount Of suckers.
The locust tree will soon grow to size
where each eight-foot length may be
split up into q good many fence posts
of the best Quality.-American Cultiva-
tor
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
Old SONGS.

Most popular songs have their origin
in some trivial incident which appeals
to the composers fancy, and through
him to the world "Sallie in Our Alley"
was written by the brilliant and unfor-
tunate Henry Carey as the outcome of
a days merrymaking. While wander
ing one day i'm the outskirts of London
his attention was attracted by young
workingman and his sweetheart. The
young fellow was evidently determined
to make the best of his holiday. He took
the girl to the various sights in the vi
entity, treated her to boat ride, then
to few minutes of the merry -go-round,
after which he escorted her to cheap
lunch house and gave her treat of ba-
con and onions, cakes and ale. During
the whole course Of their outing they
were followed by Carey, who was much
pleased with the simplicity of the court.
snip. When he returned home he wrote
the song, which. after some opposition,
made its way into public favor-favor
which it still enjoys. "The Low Back
Car" was the fruit of romance Of the
author, Samuel Lover. When a young
fellow Of twenty-four or twenty-five
years he casually met in the house Of
an acquaintance very charming little
girl. Their friendly intercourse last
ed only a short time, but he never for
got her. Years later, in passing along
q country road, he deserted in the dis
lance car approaching, in which, to
his delight, sat his friend of former
years, unchanged save by the develop
ment into womanhood. This little ro-
nance ought to have ended by his mar
rying the girl, but in Lovers case the
only result was his dainty poem. The
"Bold Soger Boy" one of Lovers best
character songs, was the result of see-
ing a young friend, Dennis Blannigan
by name, for the first time rugged out
In his uniform, and strutting up and
down the streets of Dublin, the admir-
cd of all beholders. Lover saw him,
and, amused mt his innocent conceit
went home and wrote the song. Dennis
was angry at first, but soon forgave the
poet. A somewhat unusual incident
OrlSlnateu Snarpe ldmouS song, MIL
ute Gun at Sea-" The author, with a
party of friends, were solacing them
selves in the bar-room of a seaside inn
during a storm, when the dull boom Of
a cannon was heard. All rushed to tho
windows, and by the flashes of light
ming they could see large ship strand
ed in the ofiing. Busy preparations
were at once made to rescue the unfor-
tunate sailors, and while boats were
being launched the regular boom Of the
cannon came across the waters telling
of their deadly peril. Sharpe saw in the
incident an excellent subject, and being
for some cause unable to go with the
rescuing party, he sat down in the de-
serted tap-room and wrote the song.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28

through the center. This passage or
hall, as will be seen by Fig. ., is feet
wide and 80 feet long, closed at each
end by gate. Spouts opening into it
communicate with the feed troughs and.
gate opens into it from each pen. Be.
meath the roof are lofts for the storage
of grain and other feed, to which ac-
cess is had by doors hinged on the
lower side. In the covered portion of
the hallway are also convenient hooks
for hanging small tools. The roof ex.
tends over a section of IA feet, in which
are the sleeping and nesting quarters,
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28

each ks feet. The sides are covered
lower one and the plank floor is left
space an inch wide for drainage, which
is caught in a trough extending along
each side. directly under the edge of
the flooring Under the lower end Of
each trough is an old hogshead sunk in
the ground for the storage Of the liquid
manure. A gate opens from one of the
open pens into yard. Such a struc-
ture is particularly well adapted for
breeding sows and their young.-Farm
and Home
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
Call 1t a Craze.
AN ALARMING STATEMENT
CONCERNING WOMEN.
HOW BAD HABITS ARE FORMED.

The Ney York Tribune says: 1.-THE habit OF
taking headache powders is increasing 10 an
alarming extent among great number of wo-
men throughout the country. These powders as
their name indicates. are claimed by the manu-
facturers to be a positive and speedy cure for any
form of headache. In many cases their chief
ingredient is morphine opium, cocaine or some
other equally injurious drug having tendency
10 deaden pain. The habit OF taking them is
easily formed. but almost impossible to shake
of Women usually begin taking them to re-
leve raging headache and soon resort TO the
powder to alleviate any little pain ache they
may be subjected to. and finally like the NOR
phine opium fieud. get into the habit Of taking
them regularly. imagining that they are in pain
If they happen to miss their regular dose"
In nine cases out of ten, the trouble is
in the stomach and liver. Take simple
laxative and liver tonic and remove the
offending matter which deranges the
stomach and causes the headache. DIR.
Pierce's Pleasant Pellets are composed
entirely of the purest, concentrated,
vegetable extracts. One Pellet is a
dose; sugar easily swallowed;
once used, ais0ays in favor. They posi-
lively cU,e sick headache and remove
the disposition to it.
Mr. E vARGAsoS, OF Ok<y Lake. Labeey Co.,
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
Clubs for Farmers Wives.

If possible, it is wise to go outside Of
the ordinary limits Of acquaintance
and invite women Of widely different
associations and employments to be-
come members of the club, writes
Helen Jay, in q very practical article
on 1.-THE Mental Life Of Farmers
Wife," in the Ladies' Home Journal.
We all need to enter into the lives of
Others and for an organization of wo-
men l know no better motto than the
words of DR.. Hale, This club exists
to find out how other people live" 1t
will be easier to do this than appears
uDOn the surface
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
Last Years swindiing Record.

Last year in this country over $685.
100000 was lost through defalcation,
embezzlement and other swindllng.
New York heads the list with $9,147,-
369, and is followed by Tennessee with
$4,1G1, 300. Illinois shows up with ST.
$4,000. and Iowa closely crowds 1t
with $1,151,T00. Florida has only a
beggarly $4,000; North Dakota, $1,000,
and Alaska, $4,000. Nevada, South
Carolina, Arizona and the District Of
Columbia are not recorded for any
financial crookedness.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28

: At comparatively small expense
every farmer can have well water in
his kitchen the year rqppds thereby
saving great deal Of lahqrzand can
have 1t pure at all times. Aforce pump
and little extra piping will be all the
expense Instead Of laying the piping
directly to the tank. run It through the
house to small tank over your sink.
The pipe should come up through the
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
Strong Nerves

Ny wife suffered many years with various
troubles-ssvsre headaches. debility, nervous
ness. indigestion and dyspepsia She has been
emit remedies. but
Hoods 9avsaparllla Has Done More
for her than anything else. We consider
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
REALRURALREADING
WILL Be FOUND IN THIS DE-
PARTMENT.
How to Reduce Labor I'm the Care of
Hogs - Remarkable Longevity OF
Farmcrs-valuc Of Farm Animals
General Agricultural Mention.


Long Lie or Furmeres
During thirty-four years and eight
months. says an article In Current Lit
erature, there died In the State of Mas
sachusetts 101, S01 men OF over 20 years
OF age, whose occupations were speci-
fed in the registry OF their diseases.
The average age at which they died
was 81 years. The number Is so great
and the period covered Is so long that
by the study of the classification OF the
employment of those dead we can get
very fair idea of the comparative age
ut which men In different occupations
and In an ordinarily healthy commu-
nifty are swept away by death. 1t Is
noticeable that of all who died the Guilt
vators Of the earth attained the highest
average age, about 65H years, and they
make up more than fifth Of the total
number. We all know why farmers as
class, not only in this, but in all coun-
tries, should live to ripe old age. They
enjoy good air and are free from many
of the cares that beset those living In
the cities, to say nothing OF the con-
slant noise and excitement which de-
stroys the nerves and racks the system.
1t is rarely that farmer dies before
his head is gray. Farmers, as rule,
too, do not to any degree indulge in
alcoholic beverages. One important
fact must be taken into consideration
concerning the farmer and his age,
which is that the weaklings of the farm
er's family do not, as a rule. remain on
the farm after attaining an age fitting
them for some pursuit. Such are sent
to cities to choose trade or profession,
and only the strong and healthy ones
who are fitted for the work are retained
upon the farm.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
Texas to the Front Again.

That the cigarette habit can be COM
pletely cured is demonstrated in the
statement of Emerson NJ. Noble, of
Houston. Texas, to the Sterling Remedy
Co.. Of Chicago, manufacturers of No
to-bac, who writes that after using one
box of No-to-bac, which he bought at
the drug store, he had no desire for
cigarettes, though having smoked them
for eight years; that there is something
indescribable in the effects Of No-to-bac,
and that he has nothing but good words
to say for ii.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28

A fruit grower who shipped n lot Of
apples to one Of the large markets brand
ed In large letters on the barrels:
"rhese apples are the same all the way
to the bottom as at the top" which en-
abled him to secure the highest price.
The time has passed when false repre-
sensations deceive buyers. Those who
may have received temporary benefit
at some time by deception. find their
goods stunned by buyers after awhile.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
Hoods Sarsaparilla

Hoods sarsaparillA most indispensable med
icine for family use. and for all disorders
caused bv torpid liver and impure blood-in
fact. 1t is wonderful health restorer to the
whole system. Hoods sarsaparilla has proved
itself In my wifes case. and we can faithfully
recommend its use In every family" JACOB
RoMMEL, Morrison, Missouri.
N. d. II you have decided to take Hoods
Sarsaparilla do not be induced to buy any other
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
The Modern Way

Commends itself to the well-informed,
to do pleasantly and effcctually what
was formerly done in the crudest man.
ner and disagreeably as well. To
cleanse the system and break up colds,
headaches and fcvcrs without unpleas-
ant after effects, use the delightful
liquid laxative remedy, Syrup of Figs.
Bats are not classed with birds, be-
cause they suckle their young, and,
having no nests, carry them about until
able to fly alone and care for them
selves.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
A Novel Project.

Wellesley College wanting a gymna-
stun, it's Committee on Health and
Physical Training proposes to raise
$4,000 in the million postage stamp
way. A chain of letters has been
started in Boston, New York and Chi.
cago. The recipient Of the letters,
which 1t is hoped will contain 81 each,
is George A. Alden, Revere National
Bank, Boston.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
King Lear. Driven Eorfl,

Into the cold and rain, had no Hostetter's
Stomach Bltters to counteract their effect.
But the modern traveller In inclement wealth
err can battle its hurtful influence with this
genial protector. Chlls and fever. rheuma-
tism, neuralgia, colds are forestalled by this
warming medicinal stimuant and safeguard.
Take wineglassful Immediately before and
after exposure. Use II, too, for dyspepsia,
biliousness and constipation.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
winter-Bred Parasites

1t Is very difficult to keep stabbed AMI
mails in winter free from parasites. The
hair is thicker at this time, and animals
in the stable are unable to dust them
selves as they will when they have nc
cess to the earth. AS you are carding
out the last years coat Of hair have a
vessel containing Kerosene emulsion
handy, and with sponge or rag wash
the necks of the animals you are groom
ing. A weak emulsion will kill all lice
and will not injure the hair.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
Acorns as Feed.

1t is true, says writer in the Breed
ers' Gazette, that acorns IL eaten Ivy
cows in any considerable quantity will
seriously reduce the flow of milk. This
fact learned by experience to my cost
more than forty years ago. After the
flow had been reduced one-half 1t may
by proper feeding be partially regained,
but no amount of good food will ever
bring the flow back to what 1t would
have been IL the shrlnkage had not oc-
Cured.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28

bottom of the small tank, and it is bet
ter to have stop valve at this point
to hold the water In the tank should
the water leak back in the well pipe.
Near the top of the tank have the over
flow pipe. This should run to the cat
tie tanks, then all water pumped passes
through the kitchen, keeping the water
In the house tank fresh. In summer
this tank should be packed with some
heat resisting material. OF course 1t
should have cover ut all times. A
faucet near the bottom is very conven-
lent. Whatever is spilled drops into the
sink and does no harm. Every farmers
wife would appreciate such an arrange
ment.-American Agriculturist.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
Deafness Cannot BE Cured

by local applications, as they cannot reach the
diseased portion of the ear. There is only one
way to cure deafness, and that is by constitI-
tional remedies. Deafness is caused by an in
famed condition Of the mucous lining of the
Eustachlan Tube When this tube Is infiamed
you have a rumbling sound or imperfect hear
Ing. and when II Is entirely closed Deafness Is
the result and unless the Inflammation can be
condition. hearing will be destroyed forever;
nine cases out of ten are caused by catarrl,
which Is nothing but an inflamed condition OF
the mucous surfaces.
We will give One Hundred Dollars for any
case of Deafness Caused by catarrh) that cam
not be cured by Halls Catarrh Cure. Send for
circulars; free.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28

Removes the cause by purifying and enriching
the blood. giving to IL inst. those qualities
which are demanded for the proper support OF
the nervous system. Hundreds Of women who
once suffered from nervousness write that
they have taken Hoods Sarssparilla and ner-
vousness has disappeared. This was because
Hoods sarsaparilla purified their blood.
Remember that Hoods Ssrssparilla il the
only true blood purifier.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
To Kill Lice.

Kerosene emulsion, diluted. will kill
lice on cows or horses, and yet not in
jure the animals. but crude petroleum
will cause their hair to come Off. On
the contrary. crude petroleum will not
injure a dog In the least. while kero-
sene will cause loss Of hair when ap-
piled to the skin. Why this is the case
cannot. perhaps. be explained, but 1t
has been noticed by many who have
used both substances on the skins Of
both animals. including dogs.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
The Last Two Excursions to the
South.

April 2 and April 30 tickets will he
sold via G. & Il. l. II. II. to various points
In Alabama, Georgia. Kentucky, Louisiana,
Mississippi, North Carolina, South Caro-
lima, Tennessee and Virginia, and 10
points In Florida west of River Junction,
at one fare for the round trip. For
nearest ticket agent. to City Ticket Of
fee G.. & Il. I. X. r., go Clark street,
Chicago, or to G. w. Humphrey, Nor.
Pass. Agent G. & e. /. II. r., 10 East
Third street, st. Paul, MINI.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28

The objection to making use of living
trees as fence posts is that as the tree
grows the fence will take up too much
room. We have frequently secn the
willow thus used by thrifty farmers. A
willow stake set In early spring right
side up. with few buds Mt the top will.
almost certainly, grow even IN dry soil.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
Economy in Keeniup Swine.

HF~OHCfTfy III hNCNPf"ts '"ffFS'
The plan below shows how the labor
in the care of large herd of swine may
be reduced to minimum. This pig
gerry is 20X30 feet and divided into four
distinct sets of compartments. Fig. /
is an inside view, with portion Of the
roof removed to show the interior of
the passage which extends lengthwise
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
Adjust Family differences.

Bad temper is often merely bad diges-
ton.
Many quarrels attributed to peryerse
dispositions are due 10 dsordered livers.
Ripans Tabules adjust family differ
ences, and would prevent them, which is
better. IL taken in time.
Ripans Tabulcs, taken after meals.
morning and evening. for while. regulate
the system and sweeten the temper.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28

strength-giving blood. The nerves derive their
weak II II because they do not receive the
nourishment needed. The true cure for perv-
susness will not be found in opiate or sedative
compounds These only sllay the symptoms.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28

Iron rusts more rapidly when wet
than when dry because it has, or seems
to have, greater affinity for oxygen
when the latter is combined with n.y.
drOCen
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28

Scott is called Border Minstrel, in
allusion to one of his characters. The
Black Hussar of Literature. The Bor-
derer. the Charmer of the World. Duns
Scotus, Great Magician, Great I'm
known, Mighty Minstrel, Northern
Homer, Peveril of the Peak. Wizard of
the North, and many other names.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28

Flies can walk on the ceiling because
their feet are natural air-pumps, and
form vacuum so that the body Is sup
ported by atmospheric pressure.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
Beecham's pills are for bill

Beecham's pills are for bill
iousness, sick headache. dir
illness, dyspepsia, bad taste
in the mouth, heartburn, tor.
pid liver, foul breath, sallow
skin, coated tongue, pimples
loss Of appetite. ETC., when
caused by constipation; and
constipation is the most fire.
quent cause of all of them.
One of the most important things 70,
everybody to learn Is that constipation
csuscs more than half the sickness in the
world especially of women; and it can all
be prevented. Go by TIC book free at your
druggist =. or write B.F. AllcnCo. ,365 Cans.
ST., New York. Pills, LOG and 25e box.
Annual sales more than 8 oooooo boxes.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
The Lowest Rates Ever Made to the
south

Will be in effect via the Louisville and
Nashville Railroad on March 5, April 2
and 30, 1895. Round trip tickets will he
Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia and West
Florida, and one way tickets to Florida
Mt about half the regular rates. Ask
your ticket agent about it. and If he can
not sell you excursion tickets write 10
G. r. Atmore, General Passenger Agent,
Louisville. KY, or Geo. L. Cross, N. w.
L. A., Chicago, Ill.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28
Cooked IL Whole.

Earthen dishes. large enough to hold
the carcass of lamb. were found In
the Pompeiian Observation-Disclosures
Ledger.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28


Mich. writes II not
infrequeutly have an at
tack of the headache.
II usually comes on in
the forenoon. At my
dinner I eat my regular
meal, and take one or
two Of Doctor Pierce's
Pleasant Pellets imme-
diately after, and In the
course Of an hour my
headache Is cured and
no bad effects. I feel
better every way for
having taken them
not worse. as Is usual
after taking other kinds
of pills. Pleasant Pei
let's are worth more
than their weight in
gold. II for nothing else
than to cure headache"
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28

The sanction of physicians has been ac-
corded to that standard disinfectant,
Glenn's Sulphur Soap.
Hills Hair and Whisker Dye" Black
or Brown. roc.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28

Many springs are intermittent, prob
ably because the channels leading from
the reservoirs to the surface are crook
ed and constitute natural siphons.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28

l AM entirely cured of hemorrhage OF
lungs by Piso's Cure for Consumption
LOUISA LISDAMAS, Bethany, Mo-, Jan.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1895-03-28

The Island OF Hayti Is as large as the
States OF West Virginia and Connerti-
cut or about $4,000 square miles