Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1900-11-15
ALL FARM PRODUCTS.
A SPLENDID EXHIBIT TO BE MADE AT
BUFFAlO'S GREAT EXPOSITION.
Opportunities VIII he offered For
the study of object Lessons In
Many Important Arts and Sciences.

the study Of object Lessons In
Many Important Arts and Sciences.
Thousands of men, representing ev-
cry degree of skill, are fast bringing
into existence the great Pan-American
Exposition, which shall next year turn
the footsteps of half the nation toward
Buffalo Never was an Exposition
projected amid such promising and IA
vorable surroundings and conditions.
With the best known natural wonder
of the world-the stupendous and ma
jestic falls of Niagara-within half an
hours ride Of the Exposition grounds
and the greatest electric power plants
in the world using the power of these
famous cataracts, truly magnets of ir-
resistible force, 10 help draw the
crowds from all directions, Buffalo
looks to an unparalleled success in
next years enterprise.
In six important particulars the Pan
American Exposition will outrival all
former undertakings of this descrip'
ton. These are in the electrical eff
fects, in the hydraulic and fountain
effects. in horticultural and floral dec
orations, in the variety and splendor Of
its statuary. in color decorations and
In the court settings. The highest
skill has been employed in developing
these features. and no pains will be
spared TO bring them to a degree OF
perfection never before achieved.
A large number of the most noted
sculptors of America are engaged upon
the models for the magnificent decora-
tive display Of original sculpture.
About 125 groups of statuary will be
employed in the characterization Of
buildings and grounds, aside from
numberless small sculptures. such as
heads. floral pieces, medallions, ara
besques and work in relief upon all
buildings and architectural works.
Among the 20 or more great build
ings which will shelter the multitude
of exhibits TO be brought together for
the entertainment and education of the
public next year the Agriculture build
ing ranks among the largest. This is
situated on the north side Of the Mall,
opposite the Manufactures building
and east of the huge Electric Tower,
which is to be the centerpiece Of elec-
trio illumination.
The Agriculture building is 500 feet
long by 100 wide 1t is very ornament
al in its exterior aspect. having broad,
high entrances richly adorned with APP
propriate plastic work. The southern
facade is characterized by an open log
gia which forms an attractive resting
place or promenade from which the
crowds upon the Mall may be observed.
The roof of red tile. with broad over
hanging caves. will harmonic with the
softer tints of the exterior walls. The
broad cornice is to be particularly rich
in its decorative detail
The exhibit in the Agriculture build.
ing will embrace every possible phase
of agricultural work. showing the adj
vantages Of different processes and
methods of work and the products Of
the garden and field in their great vari-
ETY.. produced under all sorts of condi.
lions
The superintendent Of this division is
Mr.. Frank " Converse of Woodville,
~ y. a stock grower and farmer Of
thorough experience in Exposition
work. who has been prominent in farm
ers' institute work Oh behalf of the
New York state department of agricul-
ture. Mr.. Converse is receiving the CO.
operation OF many prominent associa-
tons and individuals. and his CORE
spondence at this early date indicates a
most comprehensive exhibit of scien-
tific farming in all its branches.
Under the classification of agricul-
tural systems will be shown methods
of fertilization, including the use Of
cover crops. commercial fertilizers,
crop rotation, systems of soiling, with
bulletins. statistics. addresses and ex-
hibitions of crops raised by the use OF
particular fertilizers.
Under the classification of farm man
agement and processes the different
systems will be Illustrated with the
view Of assisting farmers to determin.
whether it is best To keep a variety
OF stock or n particular breed and, II
but one kind. which shall he favored.
The question Of farm help and the |
different spccialties in the way OF
fruit. grain and truck farming will be |
treated extensively. The experience
Of large number OF farmers under |
many conditions of the soil. climate,
etc., will be brought together for the |
Information of all who wish to learn.
Under the classification of agricul. |
tural statistics will be presented re-
ports from different states and prov
iuces issued 10y the departments Of ag |
riculture. experimental stations. vari. |
4. u
Ing associations. showing the aggre.
gate OF crops and products OF all kinds |
Under the head Of cereals will be ex
hiblts from different states and locali- |
ties wheat. rye. oats. barley. corn
buci,whcat and rice. The exhibits will |
hc arranged TO prove which crop Is
best fitted for each state or locality |
These exhibits VIII show the many |
varieties OF cereals in their highest |
sta-o of de yeIOpt,, ont