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Experiments With Wheat,

In Bulletin 81 from the South Caro-
lima Agricultural Experiment Sta
tion, Clemson College, Profs. J. S.
Newman and G. NJ. Conner say:
The slovenly way in which small
grain lands have been prepared in the
past is giving piaoo TO u more
thorough and-farm-like PRACTICE.
Wheat delights in comparatively
stiff soil, clay loan ranking first in
adaptation, sandy loan second and
sandy soils last. The latter, however,
may be protitably cultivated in wheat
if liberally supplied with humus and
properly supplied with plant food.
Wheat succeeds best upon soils
which have previously been Guilt
waited in some hoed crop. Previous
treatment which renders the soil very
porous is not favorable to wheat.
Upon light soils the roller should
be used after seeding and again early
in the spring, just before the plants
put forth the seed stalks.
In Southern climates wheat should
not be s6wed until cool weather, since
it will not germinate gu successfully at a
high temperature. EARLY sown
wheat is also liable to be attacked by
the Hesian fly. 1t is we'll, therefore,
to defer sowing until a killing frost
occurs.
Another danger to which very
early sown wheat is liable is the
bursting of the stems by a spring
frost occurring after the stems have
jointed. On the other hand very
late sowing increases the risk of win
ter killing if severe freezing occurs
before the plants are securely rooted.
Late sown wheat and late varieties
incur the risk of injury from very
warm weather accompanied with
moisture, causing conditions favora-
bic to the production of rust, while
if the weather is very hot and dry,
bleaching or premature ripening oc-
ours.
The depth to which the seed may
be covered depends somewhat on the
character of the soil and especially
upon the porosity and consequent
facilities for aeration. Experiments,
however, condacted to determine the
best depth, showed that tho percen-
tage Of grains that vegetated in
fertile sandy loan varied but little in
seed covered from a half inch to three
inches in depth. The number which
vegetated at depth greater than
three inches diminished suddenly and
rapidly to six inches, at which the
few which vegetated at all were en-
feebled BY the obstacle which they had
overcome.
The quantity Of seed to be sown
per acre depends upon the size of
the grains ,and consequently the num-
Der per bushel, and upon tho fertility
of the soil. Tho plants will tiller
more upon fertile soil than upon that
less fertile. The quantity of seed
varies from three to five pecks per
acre. Seed may be economized by
tho use of wheat drills, which de-
posits them at q uniform rate and
depth, and consequently larger per-
contago of those sown vegetato than
if sOWn broadcast.
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C9 Regular stop; (D Flag station. {
All regular trains from Anderson to
Walhalla have right of track over trains
OF, the Same GLASS moving in opposite
direction, unless otherwise specified by
train orders. El..'.
Will also stop at the following stations
ney's, James and Sandy Springs.
No. 12 connects with Southern Railway
No. g at Anderson. ... Tx a
No. IL connects with Southern Railway
No. II at Seneca. ... & - :o3
J. r. ANDERSON, :,
Superintendent.
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THE CHARLESTON LINE"

Solid Through Trains Between Charles
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II, p. nj. Al o. m.
or PTllmSn y palace pleeEi9g oars on Trains s6 and
Trains leave Spartanburg, A. s. O. division,
northbound, 6:e1 .. m. ISL p. NJ, 6:l0 p ma.'
4vestbulo I,in,ited); gouthbound 12: :23 o. M,
Trains leave areenvillo, A. and G. division,
nGrthhopnd, rs Q, M, 1884 p: M and 8 :92 p. M,
ls0 p M. IL s:8o p M tVoHtibuiod flmitodl. '"''
TrhinB and 10 cerry elegant Pullman
gleering cara Petween Columbia and Ashevilie,
onronto daily botween Jacksonville and Cinoin
nDti.
FRANK 8. CANNON, J.M.CUIP,
Third V-P. s. Con. Mar., Tralfio Mgr,
Washington, u. q. Washington, D. q.
W. A. TURK, S.H, uARDWIOE,
Gen. Pans. ABt. Asst Con. Pass Ag't.
Washington, D. O. Atlanta, Ga
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Playing cards were first printed
about 1850. It is estimated that
tho present animal output exceeds
100000 packs year.
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In his interview printed in The
Greenyille News yesterday, "Red"
Tolbort, who passed through Green
Vile on his way to Washington, made
several misstatements regarding the
trouble at Phoenix, but the most
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Condensed Schedule OF Passenger Trains.
In Effect Nov. Q, 1893.
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'>a!non's Nerve and Bone Oil cures
>heumatism, Cuts, Sores, Burns and
Cruises for 2sc.
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Nos. 50 and 80 Solid Trains between
Charleston and Columbia. 8. c.. -"tE>
III. nj. EMERSON,
Gen'l Passenger Agent.
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General Manager.
r.. NJ. EMERSON,
Traffic Manager.
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Fast Line Between Charleston
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Carolina and North Carolina.
CONDENSED SCHEDULE.
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The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1898-07-28

handed to later and more enlightened
generations the history Of those DAYS.
the corner stone of Minnesota,s
new state capitol may reveal to Some
branch of the great human family
tree which may exist thousands of
years from now, some of the g.lories
and magnifcence of the government
under which the people of this century
dWelt
Inc med1aeVal revelations of the CIV
ll1zat1on of the earlier ages have COM
mun1cated life and immortality to the
present generations, but the archives
OF the present day represent the
achievement and sublime purpose of an
enlightened people.
Long before o'clock, the hour for
the exercises, the crowds surged over
the grounds about the building, and
those fortunate enough to possess
badges were admitted to the grand
stand. The state officials, capitol COM
mission, officers of the various military
and civic organizations occupied seats
on the platform of the grand stand,
which was protected by a canopy of
stars and stripes.
grounds was crowded with people, and
all the windows of buildings in the
vicinity were filled with those anxious
to catch glimpse of the corner stone
and the speakers of the day.
Before the parade arrived the police
experienced considerable difficulty
keeping the people off the platform, but
with the assistance of James P. Elmer,
head usher, fair order was maintained
The seats set aside for those partici-
pating in the parade were reserved
BY 2;S0 every seat was taken, ard the
audience presented a festive appear
ance, attired in summer Tegalia, and
many Of them carrying miniature flags.
Many pleasing incidents were noted
around the grounds. The Territorial
Pioneers and those of the Old Settlers
association were out in large numbers,
end the audience was strictly a repre-
sentative one of the history of the state
from the days of the territorial govern
ment to the present time, as many
prominent out-of-town people were
among those present, as will be seen
by the list given below.
DAMS orchestra was located on bal
cOny built over the reserved eat plat
form, and gave several popular pieces
while waiting for the procession.
The street pageant arrived on the
grounds a few minutes past o'clock,
and the committe having the accommo-
dations at the ground in charge are de-
serving of credit for the ample facilities
which were provided and reserved for
participants in the parade.
The G. A. r. posts were seated in a
special grand stand just TO the east Of
the reserved seat section, in full view
of the corner stone, and had, perhaps,
the best view Of the ceremony Of any on
the grounds.
The governor and his party, the cap
itol commission, the various city Off
Gals, the Territorial Pioneers, the de-
partment officers Of the Grand Army
of the Republic of Minnesota, the O,d
Settlers association, state officials, ar
my officers, and the various guests of
the commission, occupied seats on the
platform.
Just before the opening of the exer-
cises Mrs. G. K. Davis, who occupied a
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| happy people think of it this morning
1t will not be the ceremonial that will
linger in the memory. The day was
set apart for a joyous observance Of
an event that the people of the state
wanted to observe. 1t may be fairly
said that st. Paul did it's level best to
make the day memorable, and that it
succeeded beyond all expectations.
In looking back over the day it is
difficult to think of the features that
were most commendable. The one
thing that stood out was the fact that
the city had undertaken to entertain
the state, and did it handsomely.
The city was en- fete. There was
nothing to detract from the holiday air
that pervaded every quarter Of the
town and every individual In it, Flags,
banners and yet more flags filled the
streets, hung out from every window,
festooned every cornice. During the
day the city was a blaze Of color at
night it was in as much of a blaze of
glory, as red fire, martial music and
enthusiastically demonstrative crowds
Of people could make it. It was a great
day for st. Paul. and great day for
Minnesota.
There were not as many people in the
city as there were during the national
encampment of 1885, but there were
enough, and they were entertained
royalty. If the celebration did moth
ing else, it proved to the people of the
state that st. Paul Is not only willing
but very we'll able to entertain the
whole state at a pinch. The provision
that was made for the entertainment
of the people was entirely adequate,
and the city owes something to the
public-spirited men who by their eff
forts made the affair such a success.
There was not minute in the day
when one could not find something di-
verting or instructive in the proceed
ings. The early trains brought crowds
into the city, and the sightseers were
not permitted to lose any time. The
Twentieth century car and the repro
duction Of the ship Minnesota
We're on view early enough, and by
noon the streets were packed with
throngs bent on seeing all that there
was to be seen. There was not a mo-
ment when one could get away from
the sound of band music, and practic-
ally the whole afternoon was given
over to the watching of marching men
in military array,of eminent civic func-
tionaries who are not on view every
day, of all that pomp that goes to
show that a great people is intent on
making the best appearance possible
in order that the individual members
may admire themselves in the alb
stract.
The demonstration showed that the
drafts that have been made on the SOL
diery and manhood Of Minnesota are
as nothing at all. The display of uni
forms Of every description was great,
and the person who was hungry for
parade was permitted to stand In one
spot for over an hour and watch the
passing Of men of arms, men of peace,
social and civic bodies to no end.
It was an ideally perfect day 80 far
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war officials are reasonably certain that
Gen. Wilson, with that part of the
Porto Rico expedition which sailed un-
der his command from Charleston. has
already formed a junction with Gen.
Miles and his army at Guanica Bay,
no information to that effect has been
received. Gen. Miles notified the war
department that he had sent a vessel to
meet Gen. Wilson's expedition and
guide it to Guanica. This was done be-
cause Gen. Wilson expected, when he
left Charleston, to land at Point Farde.
AS the plans of Gen. Miles were chang
ed after the departure of Gen. Wilson,
and he was beyond telegraphic reach.
1t was necessary to intercept him.
1t Is expected Gen. Schwann and his
command will arrive at Guanica to-
morrow or at the latest on Friday.
Following Schwann Gen. Brooke, who
is scheduled to sail from Newport News
early tomorrow morning, will arrive
at the rendezvous not later than Sun
day morning. 1t is not expected Gen.
Miles will attempt to bring on a gen.
eral engagement before the latter part
Of next week.
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WAR DEPARTMENT RECoNCILED.
Believes Gen. Miles Had Good Rea-
sons for Changing Plans.

WASHINGTON, July 27. Nothing
was heard from the Miles expedition
today at the war department. but
Capt Higginson, the senior officer of
the naval convoy, forwarded a brief
cablegram that gave keen delight to
the navy department, because of the
praise 1T accorded to a popular and
dashing young officer, "Dick" VAIN
wright, the commander of the little
Gloucester. Wainwright having been
commended by his superior Higginson.
for his actions at Guanica, enjoys the
solitary distinction of being the only
officer attached to Sampsons fleet ver-
bally commended since the war began.
The war department has recouuiled
itself to the summary change in its
plans made by Gen. Miles when he
landed at Guanica instead of on the
northeast coast of Porto Rico, as pre-
viously agreed upon. 1t is surmised
that he was led to make this change
by reason Of the condition Of the light
ers, and rather than wait a weeks de-
lay, he went ahead and landed
his troops at Guanica. He
avoided exposing his troops to the
hardships suffered by Skaters men
as they lay for so many days off San
tiago. 1t Is also suggested that the
general has scored an important diplo-
matte advantage in setting foot on
Porto Rican soil before the first over
lures had been received from Spain
looking towards peace.
The departure of Gen. Brooke and
Gen. Haines from Hampton Roads.
which IS expected tomorrow, to rein
force Gen. Miles in Porto Rico, is a
very substantial evidence Of the pur-
pose of the government not to suspend
military operations at this stage of the
negotiations. The two generals en-
barked on rapid liners, and should
reach Gen. Miles by next Monday, put
ting him in possession Of a sufficient
force to begin the movement upon San
Juan at once. The second captured bat
tie flag was received at the war de-
partment with a brief note from Gen.
Shafter, as follows:
Fragment Of flag captured by the
Eighteenth United States infantry,
July l."
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DIPLOMATIC VIEWS.
Proposed Peace Negotiations Dis
cussed From Various StandpOints.

Proposed Peace Negotiations Dis
cussed From Various StandpOints.
WASHINGTON, July 27.-In diplo-
matte quarters Spain's peace proposal,
through the French ambassador, is the
absorbing topic, and the answer Of the
president is awaited with keen inter-
est. The diplomats showed their in
terest early today by calling at the
state department and at the French
embassy to learn with more eXactness
the details Of Spain's proposal This
developed several features of the prop
osition which had not been entirely
clear before.
In the first place, no foreign govern
ment outside of France has been con-
suited by Spain in this overture for
peace, and the present movement is
not shared directly or indirectly by
Germany, Austria, Italy, Russia or
Great Britain. 1t can now be stated,
however, that the formal proposition
submitted yesterday has been under
consideration at Madrid for five days
previous to yesterday, during which
time the British as well as the French
authorities were cognizant Of the fact
that Spain was about to sue for peace.
This being settled, 1t appears that a
good-natured but keen rivalry sprang
up between Sir Drummond Wolff. the
British ambassador at Madrid, and M.
PatenOtre, the French ambassador
there, as to which government should
have the honor of initiating the move
ment designed to restore the peace Of
the world. Owing to the cordiality eX-
listing between the governments of
Great Britain and the United States,
1t was felt at first that Sir Drummond
Wolff would be commissioned to ap-
proach the United States, acting at
Washington through Sir Julian
Pauncefote. But Spain appears to have
preferred the lntermediation Of the
French government, and, as a result,
the negotiations finally were entrusted
to the French ambassador at WASH
ington.
Another essential point is the exact
proposition made by Spain There has
been some misrepresentation over this,
owing to the publication of an alleged
text of the proposition, and other re-
ports asserting that Spain asked Mr..
Mckinley to state terms Of peace. AS
a matter Of fact, the Spanish PROPOSE
ton does not mention the word
TERMS" and there Is no request or
suggestion in 1t that the president shall
state terms Of peace. The distinct in
quiry made by Spain is as to whether
the United States will open negotia-
tions toward the settlement Of the war
and the arrangement of peace. Neither
does the Spanish proposition contain
any reference to "armistice." At the
same time, 1t is framed on the idea
that If peace negotiations are entered
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Not since the Hill celebration has
there been such holiday held in this
state of Minnesota as that of yester-
day, when the people of the entire
commonwealth Joined with st. Paul in
laying the corner stone of the new
capitol. The fact is-one might as a
citizen Of the state really feel asham-
ed of 1.-THE laying Of the corner stone
was merely an incident in day that
was full of enjoyment. OF course, the
corner stone was the thing. It was
magnificent and impressive spectacle
that was afforded the people of look
Ing on while the eminent men Of the
state were engaged in the solemn GER
emony Of making history for future
generations. But when the tired and
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SPEEDY SETTLEMENT.

1t is confidently expected that when
the two governments arrive at the
point of actually fixing terms they will
be found much closer together than is
generally expected. 1t is felt by Of
ficials that, with diplomatic formal
tiles out of the way, the actual peace
terms will require little time for ar
rangement, and it is even suggested
that an anomalous proposition might
be entertained of Spain conceding more
than the United States felt justified in
doubt that Spain has made up her mind
to give up Cuba. 1t is almost equally
certain that Spain recognizes that she
must consent also to the abandonment
of Porto Rico. With these two vital
points passed, there will probably be
little delay on the question of indem-
nifty, as there Is every disposition here
not to press with undue severity on
Spain in this respect. About the only
reason which would impel this govern
ment to insist upon an indemnity
would be a further stubborn resistance
by Spain. Speaking broadly, the state
ment was made today by an influential
official that a settlement in which
Spain conceded two vital points, name
ly, Cuba and Porto Rico, and at the
same time gained two vital points,
namely, freedom from war indemnity
and a retention of her control of the
Philippines, would appear to be a just
balance Of equities.
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from the Twin Cities and the state at
large who gathered under the star
spangled canopy which gave protec-
ton from the elements. lending sig
nificance and dignity to the occasion.
Patriotism and loyalty to state gave
life to all the exercises. The profuse
decorations Of red, white and blue, fes-
tooned across the firm outlines of the
superstructure of the building, and the
streamers and flags which were waited
on the July breeze from a hundred flag
poles, all gave evidence Of the oneness
Of sentiment Of the people of the great
commonwealth Of Minnesota A fact,
in keeping with the issues Of the day,
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lde the occasion doubly memorable

made the occasion a doubly memorable
one.
The corner stone yesterday made a
part Of the beautiful pile of marble and
granite, fast becoming a thing of beau
ty under the hands of skilled work
men, is a plain granite block, enclosing
a hermetically sealed metallic casket
containing all the records of the day
and generation. When the ravages of
time have erased from human memory
the events of the past, the granite
block in It's solid resting place, will
preserve all the traditions Of the twen-
tieth century, until the beautiful walls
of the edifice shall have 'crumbled
In dust away" Future generations
will learn the tale of the progress of a
state, but yet in it's youth, and only
short time ago In Its infancy; of its
magnificent achievements. and it's yet
undeveloped resources. AS cenotaphs
erected over five centuries ago by the
Turks and the ancient Egyptians. have
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upon there will be suspension Of hos
tilities pending an agreement upon
the exact terms of peace.
The Spanish proposition is clothed
with all the solemnity and formality
of a government act, despite the cable
report from Madrid that the peace pro-
posal is Of private" nature. The in
structions to M. Cambon bear the Off
c1al signature of Duke Almodevar de
Rio, the Spanish minister Of foreign af-
fairs, and besides expressing the desire
Of the cabinet and government that the
peace negotiations be opened, they are
given the added solemnity Of approval
and earnest personal request by Queen
Regent Maria Christina The instruc-
tions bear the date Of Madrid, July 25.
These formalitieS dismiss all question
In the minds of officials here as to the
regularity Of the Spanish proposition
as expressive Of the wishes Of the gov
ernment of Spain. Aside from this, M.
Cambon is too much of veteran in
diplomacy to have embarked on any
private overtures towards peace.
Since the conference between the
president and M. Cambon both the
French government and the Spanish
government have been fully app:ised OF
the action taken at Washington, and it
is not improbable that Spain, within
the next two or thre days, will take an
other important step forward by volun--
tarily suggesting what terms of peace
she will regard as consistent Those,
of course, will be initiatory, and will be
designed as a sort of opening wedge
toward bringing the two governments
together on the final peace conditions.
From the standpoint of the United
States it is for Spain to make the first
definite tender of peace, as she is the
most interested in terminating the war;
It will then be for the United States to
say how far the terms are acceptable,
and perhaps to suggest counter terms.
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seat in the upper portion of the reserv-
ed seat section, beside the aged mother
Of Senator Davis, and a party of
friends, left her seat. Quickly reaching
the front Of the platform, and with her
hand over her kodak, she took a snap
shot at the unsuspecting state officials
ard other distinguished guests before
they could strike a favorable pose
However, Gov. Clough and Senator
Knute Nelson both detected the move
and both wore broad smile when Mrs
Davis pressed the slide.
The weather, although quite warm In
the grand stand, was all that could be
desired. At times during the afternoon
drifting clouds wholly obscured old Sol
from sight, and for a short space it
looked as if the exercises might be in
terrup,ed by rain, espite the encourag-
Ing prediction of Mr.. Lyons.
AS Alexander Ramsey ard Gov
Clough, the two war governors OF Min
nehota, walked arm in arm to the plat