davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1896-03-11

matter. Much of the ''damping off,
complained of is caused by the growth
of fungus parasites which multiply
rapidly under favorable conditions.
These are the presence of decaying
vegetable matter, too much mofs-
ture, insufficient light and too high
mperature-condit which on the
other hand cause weak growth of the
plant and lesson it's power of resistance
to disease. In selecting cuttings, they
should be taken from the young growth,
and an old and we'll tried rule is that
when the twig breaks readily it is in
good condition for propagation. The
mistake is oftener made of allowing the
wood to become too hard than Of break
ing it too early. Press the cutting into
the sand to the depth of two or three
inches; give sufficient light and air, and
by keeping the sand moderately damp,
the propagation will be found easy and
effectual.
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1896-03-11
For Sale.
efectual.

The following varieties Of flower seeds
I will cell at cents a packet, five pack
cts for cents, seven for 10 cents, when
a stamped envelope is sent with order:
Balsams, mixed; Balloon vine, Balsam
apple, Bey onopsis marble vlne), Gamma
Nepalensis, G. faccida, and a scarlet
lowered Gamma; Castor bean (Ricinus),
Crotalaria retusa (Florida sweet pea or
West Indian rattle-box), Cypress vine,
white; Lantana, Marigold, Thunbergia,
yellow; Wistaria, blue; Velvet bean, Tin.
MIA, Watermelon {Kolb GEM For these
two very fine Ipomeas I ask cents per
packet, Mexicana hybrida alba (White
Mexican moon flower) and Brazilian
Morning Glory, delicate lavender.
I have also a few bulbs and tubers
Chat may be sent by maiD at following
prices: Amaryllis equestre, 6 cents
each, three for Is cents; Tube rose,
double, cents, four for Is cents; smaller
bulbs, 10 cents per dozen: Caladium Tor
Taro), 6 cents each; Madeira vine, two
for cents; Butterfly lily, cents.
I can supply Gamma roots, Pereskia
able rates on application.
Though I ask you to pay the postage,
you will notice you always get the worth
of your money, especially when order
ing five packets or more of seeds. If
satisfaction is not given, would always
be glad to be informed Of it.
M. G. MILLS.
ST. Thomas. Pasco County. Fla.
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1896-03-11

How many of our floral friends have
grown Sweet Violets? Will some one
report success, or failure? And Pansies.
So many contributors to the Floral
Department intended, last fall, to try
Pansies. Did they all forget? Do
please, someone, ''speak out in meetin"'
and let US know If we can successfully
cultivate our old favorites, or must con.
tent ourselves with the modest Violets.
1 have had Pansies on the North side of
the house, but did not consider them a
success, exactly. Speaking of Violets,
the beautiful large blue, that is seen
now everywhere, in the fields, old orange
groves, along the roadsides, and the tiny
white one, which is but half the size of
the blue, make lovely edging for the
flower bed. In fact an entire bed devot.
ed to Violets is very attractive, though
the blossoming time is short. I have
found the little snowy beauties, q few,
at almost any time in the year. Will
Sweet Violets do as well? M. G. M.
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1896-03-11
st. Thomas, Fla.

Gladiolus and Tuberose bulbs may be
planted in the same bed, or border with
good effect, but as the former blooms
early, and the foliage Is not striking
afterward, unless other plants are inter-
mingled there will be noticeable want
seen, before the tuberoses bloom. l
plant Petunias, four o'clocks, Yellow
Sweet Peas, etc., between the rows of
these bulbs, so that something will be
in blossom during the summer. Tube
roses usually do not blossom before
August, but they continue until frost;
and have clipped off the tall spikes of
Excelsior PEARL when severe frost
was expected, and had them open grad
ually in the house. If Gladioli bulbs
and Tuberoses are Invested of their
brown outer skins, the rough parts pared
away, then kept for a few hours in
warm water, it is believed they sprout
sooner. have tried some this spring
and will report later. M. G. M.
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1896-03-11
Roofing Cuttings.

To successfully root cuttings, there is
nothing better than common sand. This
should be free from decaying vegetable
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1896-03-11

Do you know a good farm
and fruit paper when you see
it? Let US send you the
Rural Me0O- Yorker this week.
Send your address no money.
The Rural New Yorker,
400 Pearl street, New York
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1896-03-11
The Flower Garden.
(Continued,)

will thrive on the dry sand hills, or on
low "f1at woods" soil; but to ensure the
best results, moderately rich soil, and
water in dry weather should be given.
The seeds, like all very hard-shelled
seeds, terminate much more quickly
when well soaked. Much to my sur.
prise, have been told by correspon.
dents that their Florida Sweet Pea seed
never sprouted; in every instance that I
could hear of, the seed were not soaked,
but planted in dry weather. in very dry
soil. (Some of them may come in six
months from planting.)
The lowest, wettest spot in the garden,
if not already planted in Cannas, should
be devoted to Caladlum Esculatum-
the Taro of the South Sea Islands, it is
saba broad-leaved, opical-looking
plant, that is hardy and often bears its
curious, Calla-like blossom in our
climate though the leaves die down in
the fall. Several Cape Jesmines, (Gar-
denias) and the different colored Crap
Myrtles should have places.
There is long list of Towering shrubs
from which to choose, for the Florida
lawn or garden, the majority hardy;
and also great variety that are half
hardy, requiring some protection in
such cold snaps as we have occasioally.
Among the latter class are Allamanda
and Poinciana, but they are so beautiful
that no front yard should be without
them; and it is no great task to throw a
covering over favorite shrub when a
frost is expected.
A. Henderson, is frequently allowed
to run as vine, but prefer it grown
as shrub, partially for the greater ease
with which it may be protected. Mine
was cut down by the freeze Of '95, but
last year made a prodigious growth,
blooming splendidlY for several months.
The Poinciana suffered more, but
sprouted again and no doubt will bloom
this summer. With these two excep.
tions, or perhaps one or two other choice
shrubs, think the busy housewife will
do well to contine herself to more hardy
ones. The place may be made bright
and attractive. and suggestive of the
good taste of the occupants of the home
without the flower beds, which are too
often scattered here and there, without
any attempt at symmetry, spelling the
effect of what would otherwise be fine
lawn. Too many fanciful shapes in
beds do not harmonic with the majority
of our country homes; yet we want a
few ANIMALS, and frequently there are
no convenient places for them unless a
bed is prepared especially. This should
be filed with good rich soil, the edge
nicely smoothed before the seeds are put
in the ground. If but one is made it
should be rather centrally located; yet
so much depends on the size and shape
of the yard, the size and location of the
buildings, etc., that no rules can be
given. Individual taste may govern it.
If it has an edging of Oxalis Rosea, or
some other low.growing plant. which
forms a moss.like mat of foliage, the
unsightly boards at the edge may be
dispensed with. Where shells are plen.
tiful, or marble chips can be obtained
(from a marble yard), thew make q
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1896-03-11
FLORAL DEPARTMENT.

Address all communications to Floral Depart
ment AGRIcULTURIsT. DeLand, Fla.
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1896-03-11
Real Estate Directory.

A,sy one contemplating the purchase Of 'sG'
estate tn Florida should unite to the parties
6elozv in uEateyer section they aish to Iocakra
tits Nee6o,4e of the Ag,iemltw,1st to haze .o.-
but first class firms rsbresented tn this eolx~sns
ID EST BARGAINS ever given in orange groves
ID houses, city lots, improved and unimproved
lands. Call on or address II. A. DeLand, De.
Land, Fla
TOHN L. MUCK OILS, dealer in Improved and
% Unimproved Real Estate. DeLand, Fla.
r HAVE some Of the finest Orange Groves and
/ Wild Land, Large or Small properties-Some
in the Indian River section. Send for circular.
G. P. WILLIAMS, Oviedo, Fla.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-09-03

We live in a country OF which the prin-
cipal scourge Is stomach trouble.
1t is more wide spread than any other
disease, and,very nearly, more dangerous.
One thing that makes 1t so dangerous is
that it is so little understood.
II 1t were better understood it would be
more feared, more easily cured. less uni
versal than it is now.
So, those who wish to be cured, take
Shaker Digestive Cordial, because II goes
to the root OF the ouble as no other med
icine does. The pure, harmless, curative
herbs and plants, Of which it is composed,
are what render 1t 80 certain and, at the
same time, SO gentle cure.
1t helps and strengthens the stomach,
purities and tones up the system.
Sold by druggists, price 10 cents to 81 90
per bottle.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-09-03
Hartford.

Frank Bugbee has returned to Ludlow.
Mr.. Waldo Chases parents are visiting
him.
Mrs. Fife OF Providence came to town
Tuesday.
An uncle Of Mr.. Ephraim Morris is Wis
iting him.
The wooden mill has shut down Tor an
indefinite time.
Louis Newton has returned from Old
Orchard Beach.
Geo. Pease, who has been very Ill for q
few days, is improving.
George Davis OF West Fairlee spent Sun.
day with S. IL. Sargent.
Mrs. George p. Bugbee is spending a
little time at York Beach.
Mrs. Alfred Watson Is spending few
weeks at Old Orchard Beach.
Mrs. Edward Hazen and Harold French
went to st. Johnsbury last week.
Mrs Henry Gillette has been in town
for several weeks visiting relatives.
Miss Grace Waterman has returned, at.
tor spending some time in Brockton, Cot
tage City and Boston,
Mr.. Wolcott Thompson, who has been the
guest OF Ephraim Morris for some time,
has returned to his home.
Mrs. Enos Gillette and daughter, Clara
are soon to move to Methuen, Mass, W here
Miss Clara is to open dressmaker's shop.
The Republican flag raising was held
Friday evening, after which an address
was given In the hall by Mr.. Youngman
OF Pennsylvania on the free Coinage OF
Silver" Ex-Goy. Pingree also made a
sDeeph
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-09-03
Free Coinage, Pro and Con.--II.

Continuing our silver friends letter
from where we left it last week -
The gold men must prove that there
is an unlimited supply of silver before
they have right to talk of imitation
and 53-cent dollar. We claim that
the increased demand will raise its
price; that we can easily absorb all
the silver produced in the United
States; that the outside world cannot
dump their silver on us without first
giving us an equivalent. If we are to
have 53-cent dollars to pay the laborer
with, what will Europe gain by having
us mint their silver when it is only
worth its bullion value? They would
have to pay the freight and then have
no more value. The United States I'M
der free coinage would not have to pay
a gold dollar to get a silver one. 1t
simply stamps on so much 4 certain
value. If it will circulate Tor only 53
cents, what does the silver mine owner
proftp If it will circulate for more the
laborer will get more and will there
fore not be paid in 53-cent dollars.
Please explain if the United States will
give OF promise to give 100 cents for so
much silver, who is foolish enough to
sell it for less ? The people, not the
bankers, will trust Uncle Sam. His
promise is still good.
There are several glaring inconsist-
encies III the above.
First, our correspondent says that
the increased demand will raise the
price Of silver so that the currency will
not be inflated by a cheap dollar; next,
he shows that the only way to keep out
foreign silver is by having cheap dol
lar, worth its bullion price; next, that
the government really wouldn't buy
silver at all, but would simply stamp it
for the owner at such a ratio; next,
that if we had 53-cent dollars the silver
owner wouldn't make anything and the
creditor would get cheated AZ cents on
the dollar, while if the silver dollars
passed for more than their bullion val
ne the only difference would be that the
silver owner would make profit, and
the creditor and wage Garner would
not get so badly cheated, though they
would still be the losers unless the sill
yer dollars should pass on a par with
the gold dollars, in which case nobody
would be any better or worse off than
at present except the silver owner,
whose product would have been nearly
doubled in value; and, finally, our
friend asks who would sell 50 cents
worth of silver for less than 100 cents
when the United States offers to pay
that for it T? He has himself said that
the government will not pay anything
for the silver, but will simply coin it
and compel creditors to accept it in
payment of debts. This is all that it
can do. How much that would oper-
,te to raise the price of silver is
Uncertain. 1t might have a temporary
effect and make silver worth say 60 or
IS cents on the dollar. As soon as this
the silver of other countries,
which is now on level with ours,
would flow to us until the dollar was
lgain forced down to where it would be
to ship in any more silver.
t might not be 53-cent dollar. 1t
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-09-03

We did say that a law providing that
no debtor should pay but 50 cents on
the dollar was every bit as honest and
defensible as the proposition to coin
silver free at 10 to /. The effect would
be the same as between debtors and
creditors aud the results on the coun-
try at large would be far less disas-
trous. As far as honor is concerned,
one method Is as honorable as the. other.
We have confined ourself to answer
ING the points brought forward BY our
friend and have not made any new ones
or called attention to the many con-
tanned in our former articles which he
has discrectly let alone.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-09-03

Having no legal tender qupfsy here
the Mexican dollar is simply like any
other piece of silver bullion, worth its
market value, no more and no less,
Take it into Mexico and there it will
buy as much as the gold American dol
lar will buy in the United States Ar
gus.
There is only one thing that it will
buy as much of and that is labor, to the
level of which we do not want our
wage earners to fall Prices of every
thing else in Mexico are high to CORE
spond with the cheap silver standard.
If you don't believe it, look up the
facts.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-09-03

The whole system is drained and I'M
dermined by incident ulcers aud open
sores. DeWitt's Witcn Hazel Salve speed
lily heals them. II is the best pile cure
known. H. L. Evans & Co., Randolph;K TX.
r. Stockwell, Bethel; NJ. j. Sargent &
Son, SO. Royalton; A. r. Hood i Son,
Chelsea
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-09-03
TuDprldge.

Mr.. and Mrs. Abbott of Decatur, III. ARE
visitors at Il. Il. Howe's.
w. B. Porter OF Lebanon, N. H., was a
visitor in town last week.
Clarence Dutton OF Randolph was a Wis.,
itor at A. G. Adams last week.
Mrs. ID. p. LEISURE aud Clyde Leisure re-
turned from Keene last Friday.
Miss Bertha j. Chase OF Taunton, Mass,
was visitor in town last week.
whitney W. r. q. will meet next Satur-
day evening, instead OF afternoon.
Mrs. Garlic Cilley, who has been at Fair
view farm, Royaiton, returned here last
week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Robert Henry OF Boston
have been guests at James M.Rowelps the
past week.
Mrs. T.. w. Morrill,, who was visitor
at A. p. Woodworths, has returned to
Montpelier.
Dell Campbell OF East Barnard was
called here last week by the serious illness
OF his brother, Lewis.
The 22nd annual exhibition OF the
Worlds fair society will be held here Sep
TENDER 20 and 80 and October /.
Mrs. j. ID. Pease, who has been visiting
hNA mothtit 'AhSs AthAbtA AiOaR>t
TO North Adams, Mass, Friday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Arthur Z. Adams, with
Prof. and Mrs. K. j. Bugbee, took a car :.
riage drive 10 Wallingford last week.
Charles w. Smith has gone to Fargo,
No. Dakota, to visit his brother, Emerson
II. Smith. He will be away about month.
George HackeIt OF Weathersfield was a
guest OF Mr.. and Mrs. A. p. Woodwork
last week. He was member Of the Sd VI.
battery.
Miss Marion johnson and Mrs. F. H.
Allen, who have been guests at II. K.
Georges returned to their homes In Chel-
sea, Mass, Friday.
Commissioner Flanders Is giving the
road through the "Needle's Eye" a deep
coat OF gravel and tine deep mudhoie us.
ualiy found there will be conspicuous by
It's absence next spring, probably.
Some dirty campaign work was put In
against Royal Z. Smith last week. II was
told that II elected be would vote to have
all school districts In town consolidated.
The absurdity OF the charge exploded 1t.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-09-03
Sent II to His Mother In Germany

Mr.. Jacob Esbensen, who is in the EN-.
ploy OF the Chicago Lumber Co., at Des
Moines, Ia, says: ~ have just sent some
medicine back to my mother in the old
country, that know from personal use to
for several years. 1t is called Chamber
lain's Pain Balm. 1t always does the
work" 50.cent bottles for sale by Evans
& Co., Randolph, and GIN. Miller, Bethel.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-09-03

Many days work is lost by sick head
ache, caused by indigestion and stomach
troubles. DeWitt's Little Early Risers
are the most effectual pills for overcom-
ing such difficulties. 4. e. Evans d
Co., Randolph; K. 2. Stockwell, Bethel;
NJ. j. Sargent & Son, So. Royalton; A. K.
Hood Il Son, Chelsea.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-09-03

Treasurer,
Henry F. Field OF Rutland.
Secretary of State,
Chauncey W. Brownell of Burlington.
Auditor of Accounts,
franklin D. Hale OF Lunenburgh.
Presidential electors,
Marsh q. Perkins OF Windsor.
l.. Bart Cross of Montpelier.
Henry G. Bates OF st. Johnsbury.
Frank ID. White OF Rutland.
Member of Congress, First District,
III. Henry Powers of Morristown.
Member of Congress, Second District,
William w, Grout OF Barton.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-09-03
Gludness Comes

KLyith a better understanding OF the
w transient nature of the many phys
zeal ills which vanish before proper ef-
Aorts-gentle efforts pleasant efforts
lightly directed There is comfort ID
he knowledge that so many forms OF
4clxness ere not due to any actual DIS
Ease. but simply to constipated eondi-
ion of the system, which the pleasant
hmily laxative, Syrupof Figs, prompt
" removes. That is why IT is the only
semedy with millions of families, and IS
everywhere esteemed so highly by all
who value good health. Its beneficial
effects are due to the fact, that 1t is the
one remedy which promotes Internal
cleanliness, without facilitating the
organs on which it acts. tits therefore
ali important, in order to get its bene-
fetal effects, to note when you pur-
chase. that You have the genuine article,
which is manufactured by the California
Fig Syrup Co. only, and sold by all rep
utable druggists. -,
If in the enjoyment OF good nealtn,
and the system is regular, then Taxa
tives or other remedies are not needed.
If afflicted with any actual disease, one
NAV be commended to the most skillful
physicians, but if in need of laxative,
then one should have the best, and with
the well-informed everywhere, Syrup OF
Figs stands highest and is most largely
used and gives most general satisfactioh
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-09-03

That was ringing letter from Hon.
L. j. Phelps, the great Vermont Dem
ocrat, in which he came out for McKin-
ley and Hobart and the Republican
state ticket for the sake of sound mon
ey and good government. II was a
"dazern for the Popocrats.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-09-03

Ii Hung Chang, the great Chinese
resplendent in his famous yel-
low Jacket and peacock feathers, is the
quest of our nation. He is a shrewd
old fellow who has assisted in much
history making in the Orient.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-09-03
This Is Your Opportunity

This Is Your Opportunity
On receipt Of ten cents. casn u "a - he
a generous sample will be mailed a. u ru ma
most popular Catarrh and Hay t !. lemon mon
(Ely's Cream Balm) sufficient 70 u'D
strste the great merits of the remedy
ELY BROTHERS, ~, c;,r
sc Warren ST., New lorS wy
Rev. John Reid, Jr., Of Great FANS moD'
recommended Ely's Cream Balm 70 :. iuv uos.
can emphasize his statement .i1is s.adS-
tive cure for catarrh if used as direc'1 Ip-es
Rev. Francis w. Poole, Pastor Central ~
Church, Helena, Mont.
Ely's Cream Balm is the acSnowi us"srv
cure for catarrh and contains no 10 n nants
nor any injurious drug. Price, ov oe-
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-09-03
Cuttingsville.

Mr.. and Mrs. Edwin Burditt OF Rutland
are visiting at ID. G. Jones'.
Perry Styles and Carl Cutler returned to
Newtonville, Mass, last Friday.
Miss Mary Baker OF Bellows Falls visit
ed at Miss Hattie Parsons last week.
Mrs. J. M. Snyder, who has been quite
i'll with gastric fever, is slowly improving.
Mrs. 4. G. Simons and mother moved to
Greenfield, Mass, last Monday, where
they intend to reside.
Clark Story and family returned to
Chillicothe, o. last week and Walter Story
and family go this week.
Miss Hattie Persons gave party to
her young friends Friday evening in hon
or OF Miss Baker, who was her guest.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1896-09-03
EDITORIAL NOTES.

Brad. Smalley has fled to Europe to
escape the wrath to come.