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The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1897-03-10
Celery Diseases in the South.
Clinton, Iowa.

The celery plant is subject to a
great many diseases, but L have al
ways observed that where the proper
cultivation is attended to, and the
plants kept in a thrifty growing
state, that these diseases are not very
apt to attack it. In the south we
used to be troubled very much with
celery blight, but since we have be-
gun to use heavier percentage OF
potash in the fertilizer this has al
most entirely disappeared. The hot
summer weather brings on the blight
i'm certain localities, but when we
make fall crop we don't have it, but
ON the first signs of it a slight spray
ING with a thin solution of carbonate
of copper is sure remedy. This
blight can easily be recognized, as
the whole plant begins willing, and
little black spots appear all over the
leaves, which very soon turn brown
and die. If it passes certain stage,
the best plan is to pull up the plant
and burn it to prevent it's spreading
to other plants, which it is sure to do
if let alone. We have also the leaf
spot proper, which is not as destruc-
tive as the former disease; in fact, it
may exist to quite an extent and
good crop be made nevertheless.
Spraying with the same solution on
the first sign tends ITO check further
spreading. We have the rust also,
which is often caused by premature
hilling to the plant. Some growers
begin hilling up to the plant long be-
fore it is fully grown. This is
mistake, as it is apt to cause rust on
the stalk, which will spread to the
leaves. Celery should not be hilled
up for blanching until fully grown;
if it is done earlier it takes away the
nice, crisp and nutty flavor we prize
so highly. Blanching is best done by
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1897-03-10
DeLand, Fla, Wednesday, March 10. 1897.

ter of working butter-or working it
too much-is one that calls for line
upon line and precept upon precept,
and even then there will be found
plenty of people who will lock the
buttermilk up by mashing the butter
before washing out the buttermilk,
and then, in attempting to work out
the latter, spoil the former. Not only
that, but persons who set themselves
upas teacherswill rehearse such prac-
tice in their writings for the agricul-
tural press.
If there lis any reader of this letter
who is engaged in butter making that
does not know how to practice the
granular system of churning, let such
person look into the matter at once
and become familiar with the prac-
tice-and then practice it.
f. w. Moseley
Clinton. Iowa.
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1897-03-10
For the Florida Agriculturist.
Working Butter.

One of the errors in dairying that is
constantly coming to the front re-
lates to working butter. Time and
again it has been demonstrated that
the less butter is worked the better
the butter will be--otiher Things be-
ing equal. Working butter can under
proper conditions and practice be en-
tirely dispensed with-though it is
doubtless quite as we'll to work it
enough to get out surplus water. Yet
if the granular system of churnlng is
practiced-and no other system
should ever be practiced- and ample
time taken to allow the water to
drain out, no working will be need
ed-or at any rate only enough to
bring the butter into solid condition.
While the above has been taught
and re-taught for nearly the past cen
tury, it is by no means an uncommon
event to pick up an agricultural pa
per and have your eye light on an
article in it's dairy department. in
which some mention shows that the
writerof the article did not know that
all the buttermilk should he washed
outof the butter while the latter is in
the granular state, and if this MS
done there will be none left to be
worked out. IF all the buttermilk
has not been washed out you can set
lit down for certain that the attempt
to work lit out will result in breaking
the grain of the butter. AS men
toned in former letter, there is not
much satisfaction in always pound
ing away on one string, but this mat
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1897-03-10
For the Florida Agriculturist.
Long Staple Cotton Again.

In east Florida where the soil is
similar to South Florida, cotton has
always been the main resource for
money. Oranges and vegetables have
been secondary and extra. Towns in
that locality today are as prosperous
as they were in this section before
the freeze. I'm this section, before the
railroads came to carry off oranges,
people had to raise cotton and haul
it a great distance to market, and
they prospered. Why not now re-
turn to it when the necessity is great
er than ever? Some communities
raised it last year and they are just
that much better off than dJOining
sections that did not raise it. Dade
city, Pasco county, is one of the ex-
ceptions There they raised last year
fifty bales that sold for $45 per bale,
bringing above $4,000 1t was grown
in sand spurs and noxious weeds, and
cultivated by hands that would have
been idle. The experiment was so
successful and the result so pleasing
that many times as much will be
grown in that locality bhis year, and
ait the same time not interfere with
diversified crops. Another argument
is that cotton is of standard value. In
the seed or in the lint, wherever lit is
offered it will bring ready cash. So
much in that respect cannot be said
for anything else grown i'm this
country. Just in proportion as far
mers neglect this product will hard
times press upon them next fall and
will they lack ready cash for neces-
Metropolis.
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1897-03-10
81 per Annum, in advance.

the use of boards laid on edge close
to the plants and held in position by
soil or stakes. In the blanching pro-
cess one has to study his market for
what is wanted, and act accordingly.
If this is done the celery crop is sure
to pay we'll for the time and money
spent on it.-The horticultural
Cleaner.
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1897-03-10
Vol XIV. N0.1O Whole No. 957
To Make Potatoes Pay.

IS. E. Sparkman, one Of the most
successful farmers of Hillsborough
county, was in the city yesterday"
says the Tampa Tribune, 'to sell
portion of his last years crop of
sweet potato tubers. Incidentally he
acres he grew 400 bushels of market
able potatoes and 100 bushels of culls,
besides leaving a great many in the
ground, as will be the case always
where the rows are simply plowed
down. The land was cow-penned,
but that is not absolutely necessary
farmers use commercial fertilizers
very successfully. Cottonseed meal
makes very good crop, and many
use that. Mr.. Sparllman sold the lot
he brought in very readily at forty
cents a bushel, and has nearly his en-
tire crop yet to market. At that rate
he will get $160 in cash for what was
grown on the patch, besides the 100
bushels of culls and the run Of the
patch for his hogs.
MIR. Sparkman says that, when
the cost of production is taken into
account, this is very profitable. The
Ord style of drawing up the ridges
with hoe has given way to the
plow, and the old method of sticking
the plants down with the hand has
been substituted with stick planting.
During the month of February Mr..
Sparkman selects the best potatoes,
so as to secure the strongest plants,
and beds them out. When the draws
are ready, he prepares the land and
sets them; however, he never plants
later than April. OF these he plants
sufficient to furnish vines for the sea-
sons crop, which is mostly planted
during the month of June, although
they will make planted in July. He
made a suggestion which is given:
Never wait until the vines grow
long before you plant them,' said he.
''The potatoes grow only from the
Joints in the vine where the leaves
sprout out, and when the vines grow
long they are long jointed; but II you
cut them when they are only foot
long, they are short jointed, and
when you stick them in the ground
you will have four or five joints from
which potatoes will grow, instead OF
two or three" Mr.. Sparhman at
tributes the large yield in his crop to
this fact to considerable extent.
He loses very few potatoes by rot.
There is one essential feature to be
noted in this particular, he stated,
the method of securing it to be to the
discretion of the grower. To ascer-
tain when the potato is matured'
walk through the patch on a sun
shiny day, pull out and break potato
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1897-03-10
For the Florida Agriculturist.
The Japan Plum on it's Own Roots.

This variety of fruit tree, as grown
by the various nurserymen who fur
nisih them, are nearly all budded or
grated on the Mariana plum, being
considered the best suited for that
purpose, although L. Normand, of
Louisiana who is one of our best
authorities on the management of
the Japan plum, has of late years dis
carded the Mariana as a stock for
grafting upon, claiming that trees
grown on it are short lived and soon
die. He lis now using the peach as a
substitute, but it is yet very doubt
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19

The three year-old boy of J. A. John
son, of Lynn Center, H., is subject TO
attacks OF Group. Mr. Johnson says he
is satisfied that the timely use of Cham
berlain's Cough Remedy, during a ser
we're attack, saved his little boys life.
He is in the drug business, a member of
the firm of Johnson Bros. of that place;
and they handle great many ps+ent
medicines for throat and lung dis - Ses.
He had all these TO choose from, md
skilled physicians ready 70 respond 20 his
call, but selected this remedy for use in
his own family at time when his child S
life was in danger, because he knew it 20
be superior to any 9th r. and famous the
country over for its cures of Group. Mr..
Johnson says this is the best selling
cough medicine they handle, and that 1t
gives splendid satisfaction in all cases.
Sold by BIvINS & RHODES.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19
Additional Local.
To Mr.. and Mrs. S. w. Tinker We'd
nesday night, girl baby.

To Nr. and Mrs. S. w. Tinker We'd
nesday night, girl baby.
A little girl came to gladden. the hearts
of Mr.. and Mrs. John Dean Sunday last.
All doing finely.
r. G. Ely was at Carson City Tuesday
and purchased about 300 volumes of the
Cagwin law library.
Miss Frances Terrence charmed her
audience with her we'll rendered solos
-Terre Haute Express.
Henry Schroeder and wife of Owosso
visited his brother-in-law, Geo. Hut
chiugs the first of the week.
1t is a good time to bring some wood
on subscription, and capital time to
fulfill some of those promises.
The churches of Alma will hold a
Union Temperance meeting in the M.
+. church next Sunday evening.
Miss Carrie Monroe, trimmer for L..
Hrschkowitz, was in Saginaw Wednes-
day attending the wedding of her sister.
Mr. and Mrs. Orville Davis entertained
Mr. Davis father and mother, Mr. and
Mrs. James E. Davis of Delhi Mills this
week.
Rev A. l.. Toner of Reading has re-
signed his pastorate there and accepted
the call to the Presbyterian church of
Ithaca.
The Bazaar at w. h @. Hall Saturday
should be well attended The chicken
pie supper for 3 cents will be one of the
attractions.
Robert M. Steel of ST Johns, aged 81
years, died at his residence Tuesday
Nov. 49, Mr.. Steel was highly respected
aud we'll known all over the state.
The Holland Sentinel says: yelling
ton Anderson, night clerk at the New
City Hotel has proved himself to be a
successful hunter. On Saturday he
bagged several ducks"
The Epworth League young people
had a very enjoyable time at their jug
Social Wednesday evening Geo. Hut
Crimson won the prize and Chester
Walker the BOBBY prize
The Woman's Club meets next Mon.
day with Mrs. j. ID. Spinney. The topic
for discussion is, "Shall club, organ
lied for intellectual study, interest
themselves in any reform movement
g. f. Scott of this place will give q
talk on Good Citizenship and Liter.
ature" before the Fourth Annual Con
vention of the Saginaw Valley District
Union Y. p s. @. E. at Saginaw, Nov
9th
Mr.. GLEASON is talented musician OF
superior training along classical lines.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19
TRY Aliens Foot-Ease,

4 powder to be shaken into the
shoes. At this season your feet feel
swollen and hot, and get tired easily.
If you have smarting feet or tight shoes,
try Aliens Foot Ease. 1t cools the feet
and makes walking easy. Cures and
prevents swollen and sweating feet,
blisters and callous spots Relieves
corns and bunions of all pain and gives
rest and comfort Try it to-day Sold
by all druggists and shoe stores for 25c.
Trial package FREE. Address, Allen
S. Olmsted, lie Roy, n. Y.
955-4m
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19
New DEPARTURE!
ONE MON ~ FREE.

DR.. A. B. Spinney, of Detroit, also
proprietor of Reed City Sanitarium, is
coming to your town, where he will
remain for one day only to give the
sick an opportunity to consult him
that cannot see him at his Sanitarium.
The doctor has so much faith in the
experience he has had in treating
chronic diseases that he will give one
months treatment and medicine free.
ALSO FREE SURGICAL OPERATIONS TO
ALL THOSE THAT ARE TOO POOR TO PAY.
All that he asks in return is that
every patient will state to their friends
the results obtained by his treatment.
All forms of chronic diseases and de-
formities treated. No man in this
State has had such extended eXpe-
rence in the treatment of CATARRt1,
EYE, EAR, THROAT AND LUNG
DISEASES as the doctor. He gradu-
ated 81 years ago from Cleveland,
Ohio; was - years in general prac-
tice; after that lectured as Professor
IF Anatomy and Physiology in Detroit
Homeopathic Medical College for 2
years; was 3 years superintendent of
Alma and Ypsilauti Sanitariuns.
This experience, combined with many
years study in the best hospitals in
llC COuull dld anu
ing thousands of chronic cases, has
prepared him to cure when the general
practitioner fails. Have you been sick
for years? Are you discouraged
Cali and see lis, we will tell you whether
we can cure you or not. If we cannot
cure you, we will tell you what relief
we can give you.
re- Rememb Der, one month will be
absolutely free-medicines, surgical
operations, aud the benefit of all our
skill to all who are too poor to pay.
Dur methods of treatment Is all that is
snowu by all the schools, with the aid
If electricity, that most wonderful of
Ill agents in Paralysis, Loss of Power,
2heumatism, and all diseases of the
nervous system. Go early, as my
Office is always crowded.
". q. Cancers, Tumors, Blood aud Skin
Diseases cured by new system. Plies cured IN
from TO 30 days without the knife. Female
aud private diseases of all forms treated sue.
cessfuliy. Many patients that cannot be treated
AZ home can be cured at our Sanitarium, which
IS ia charge OF the best Of medical skill, under
he doctors direction. Terms for board and
lreatmeut the lowest OF any saultarium or hos
lital in the United States.
Remember, we give a written guar
tntre 20 cure every case of PILES and
RUP rURE. Also, we have lying-in
hospital department in our Sanitar-
,um Send for Journal.
DIR. SPfNNEY
will be at the Wright House on
Saturday, Jan. 8.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19

AS conductor he stands unrivalled in
northern Michigan and has few, if any
superiors in the state.-Traverse City
Eagle.
The Christmas number of Frank
Leslie's Popular Monthly will contain
stories appropriate to the season by
Frank r. Stockton. Amelia f. Barr and
Margaret E. Sangster, and poem by
Ella Wheeler Wilcox.
Geo. r. Lane of Grand Rapids came
last Friday with the intention of re-
naming ten days to buy and ship pota
toes, if circumstances, were favorable.
But he found enough buyers already i'll
the field and returned home Monday.
Clinton Nelson, prosperous farmer
residing four miles west of town, was
bitten by an ugly hog Tuesday. The
muscles of the calf of the right leg were
badly lacerated and Mr.. Nelson is in "A
critical condition. Blood poisoning is
feared.
Don't forget the Bazaar at w. r. G.
Hall Saturday by the Ladies' Aid Society
of the NJ. E. church. Many useful
articles will be offered for sale at a bar
gain. From to 9 o'clock p. m. a
chicken pie supper will be served. Bill
10 cents.
Two travelling men were delayed
about two days last week through a
mix-up of their trunks One man stopped
at Alma and the other at Ithaca, but
their trunks each went to the other
place. By some misunderstanding the
nature of the mistake was not discovered
at once.
The State Executive Board Of the w.
r. q. met Tuesday and Wednesday with
the president, Mrs. w s. Turck to audit
the books of the Department. The
members of the board from outside of
town were Mrs. Stanley of Concord,
Mrs. Torrey of Rochester, and Mrs.
Richardson of Ithaca. Mrs. Halstead
of Concord and Mrs. Brown of Ithaca,
former members Of the board, We're
guests of Mrs. Turck and present at the
meeting.
A gentleman from Vestaburg brought
Great Snow OWL which he had
shot the day previous, to Steve Bennett
Saturday to have it mounted 1t is an
unusually fine large specimen, measur-
ing five feet from tip to tip. This species
of owl has been seen as far north in the
summer time as the Arctic Circle. 1t
flies south III the winter as far as Illinois
and on few occasions has been seen in
Cuba. The bird has been very nicely
mounted by Mr.. Bennett and he may be
able TO purchase ii of the owner.
Every one who intends making Christ
mas gifts should read the holiday mum
Der of the Standard Designer, which
contains fiftyfour suggestions for Yule-
tide presents. 1t must not be supposed
that these are permitted TO crowd out or
even curtail the regular departments of
fashions, millinery, literature, foricul-.
ture, bicycling, toilet hints, cookery, etc
which are, if possible, more interesting
and up-to-date than usual. Christmas,
as it should be, is the ruling motive in
this number. There are Christmas
stories, a Christmas play, Christmas
poetry, and most delightful sounding re-
ceipts for Christmas goodies. We must
find space to give passing notice to the
fashion and millinery color plates which
are most excellent TO this issue.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19

When the liver and kidneys are dis
eased it produces general feeling of
Dependency and gloom that ii is i'm
possible TO shake off. The victim needs
the help of remedy that will restore the
deranged organs 20 their normal healthy
condition DR.. j. H McLean's Liver
and Kidney Balm will bring about the
result. BY stimulating them to increased
activity in removing the waste of the
system il restores health and vigor of
mind and body Price Sl.00 a bottle. For
sale by b. ). Webb.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19

The worst cold ever had in my life
was cured 10y Chamberlain Cough
Remedy" writes w. II. Norton, of SUIT
ter Creek Cal This cold left me with
a cough and was expectorating all the
time. The Remedy cured me, and l
want all of my friends when troubled
with a cough or cold to use it, for it will
do them good" Sold by BVINs 81
RHODES.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19

The Republican strength in the South
continues to grow year by year and Con-
gress by Congress. The Doth Congress
will have the largest Southern Republi-
can representation in history.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19

Elizabeth, n. Y, Oct. 10, 1896.
ELY BROS, Dear Sirs:-Please accept
my thanks for your FAVOR in the gift of
a bottle of Cream Balm. Let me say |
have used il for years and can thoroughly
recommend it for what il claims if di-
rections are followed. Yours truly,
(Rev.) II. w. HATHAWAY.
No clergyman should be without it.
Cream Balm is kept by all druggists.
Full size SOC. Trial size 10 cents. We
mail it,
ELY BROS, SO Warren St, N Y. City.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19

Ask your grocer today to show you
package of GRAIN-O, the new food
drink that takes the place of coffee.
The children may drink it without in
jury as we'll as the adult All who try
II, like 1t GRAIN-O has that rich seal
brown of Mocha or Java, but it is made
from pure grains and the most delicate
stomach receives il without distress. IA
the price Of coffee. l5c. and 25cts. per
package. Sold by all grocers.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19

The comparison between the railroad
earnings and the bank clearances at the
present time and one year ago indicates
an astonishing change in the business of
the country.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19

1t may be well enough for the Demo
Gratis to assume that the Ohio Repubh-
cans are going to quarrel among them
selves over the Senatorship, but they
Will be mistaken. Republicans are not
given to treachery, although they have
had the Democratic example for many
wears
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19

Mr.. \. y. Osburn we'll known at
Woodstock, Mich. was troubled with a
lame back He was persuaded to use
Pain Balm. 1t gave him
relief in one night. This remedy is also
famous for its cures of rheumatism.
For sale by BIvINs& RHODES.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19

Mr.. Bryan kept up his calamity cry in
Ohio this year despite the fact that the
October statement of the national banks
Of the country showed that the individ-
ual deposits in the national banks were
500, 900, 900 in excess of those of one
wear ago
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19
A KIDNEY DISEASE.
Give Up by Four Doctors.

Beaver Cam. o., Aug eth 1895.
My daughter, after being treated by
four doctors, and being given up for
lost, a neighbOr recommended Foley 5
Kidney Cure. To-day she is able Co
walk several miles without fatigue.
feel we would have lost her if it was
not for your medicine.
Respectfully, Mrs. ]. NJ. BAILEY.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19
Educate Your Bowels with Cascarets
How to Prevent a Cold

After an exposure, or when you feel a
cold comming on, take "A dose of Foley's
Honey and Tar. 1t never fails For
sale by BIvINs d RHODES.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19
You Can't Afford to Chance it.

\ heavy cold may lead to pneumonia
or consumption. Foley's Honey and
Tar taken in time affords perfect security
from serious results. Sold by BIvINs 81
RHODES
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19
TELEGRAPHY.

SITUATIONS GUARANTEED. i Psy month 353 to
~. Wanted, young men and ladies TO engage
with Union Electric Telegraph Company
and learn teleRraphing on our lines immed ate
ly and take positions In few weeks. For
terms and information address
j. W. MARSH, SECRETARY.
$50 w Lake ST. Chicago
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19
DEZZIa ESS

is only one of the danger signals that
are not acting right, and that we are
in danger of Bright's Disease and
other kidney troubles. When the kid
ncys are not doing their duty the pois-
on which should be filtered out of the
blood through the urine remains in the
system. and disease results. This con-
dition car, no
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19
1t hits the Spot.

When suffering from a severe cold and
your throat and lungs feel sore, take a
dose Of Foley'S Honey and Tar,
when the sore ness will be at
once relieved. warm CRATE
full feeling and healing OF the
parts affected, will be experienced and
you will say, 1t feels so good IT HITS
THE SPOT" 1t is guaranteed.
BVINS & RHODES.
Educate Your Bowels with Cascarets
Candy Catnartic, cure constipation forever.
Zoe. 25c. II &. G. fail, druggists refund money.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19
Gu r (: D

UT NIhliN .fhI- uui kNN'i'N toiuplhlhis NUI III
consequence. severe bHCbnche. dizzy, binding
headache aud wa~ not able To- do nv work
thing Dir. Hobbs Spamgu- Kidney pills are
grand medicine. obtain them from Higgins
Bros Arcade drug stOr. They very quickly
assisted me. and am feeling better than have
for several years My headache IL all gone ! am
now able i0 DO my own work I can recommend
DR. Hobbs Sparagus kidneu Pills They act 30
positively they leave no doubt and they relieved
me so quickly they surprised me. MRS. J. G
trFFu ia -f guriTrf. Id ID
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19

I = TIT"
ness will be at
6 warm CRATE
healing OF the
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1897-11-19

when the sore-f
once relieved. i
full feeling and