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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
Az Rxcellent Form Crop.

Alfalfa is one Of the best crops fol-
forage. hay or clover. Its successful
establishment requires that the surface
soil shall be well sup piled with the
mineral elements, lime, phosphoric
acid and potash. During the early
growth Of the crop weeds should be
frequently cut The crops should be
harvested, preferably before the plants
are In bloom. The average yield of
green forage per acre at the. New Jer-
sey experiment station for three years,
including the first year. was 1927 tons,
equivalent to 4.57 tons Of hay. The
yield the third year from five cuttings
was 26.6 tons of green forage, equiya-
lent to 6.65 tons of hay, costing S3.69
per ton.
A feeding experiment showed that
the protein in alfalfa hay could be sue
cessfully and proftably substituted in
. ration for dairy cows for that con-
tanned in wheat bran and dried brew
ers' grain, and for this purpose is
worth $11.16 per ton, when compared
with wheat bran and dried brewers
grains at SIT per tone. B. Lane, Of
the New Jersey Agricultural College
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

This stylish May Manton model is of
reseda peau de cygne, with yoke of
tucked cream mousseline and shaped
bands Of reseda broadcloth stitched
with corticelli silk, and is worn with
skirt of cloth matching the bands;
but the design suits Doth odd waists
and entire gowns and all the seasons
fabrics.
Tn foundation lining fits snugly
and is closed at the centre front. On to
it is faced the back portion of the yoke
and over it are arranged the box
pleated back, fronts Of the waist
proper and the front portion Of the
yoke, the closing of the waist being
effected invisibly beneath the central
box pleat and the corresponding tuck
in the yoke. The back is smooth and
without fulness, but the fronts blouse
slightly and stylishly over the belt.
The sleeves are box-pleated at their
upper portions, form full, soft puffs
below the elbows and are gathered
into pointed cuffs at the wrists. At
the neck is a novel stock in the fash
lonable clerical cut. The belt is pointed
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
woman.s Blouse or shirt waist.

Pointed straps as trimming are no.
ticeable features of the latest gowns
and waists. This very smart May
Manton blouse shows them to advan-
tage and includes, as well, the fashion
able princess closing tucks at the Shout
ders, that give soft folds over the bust,
and model stock collar. AS illus
trated it is of pale blue peau de cygue,
the straps piped with black panne.
and stitched with black corticelli silk,
but all wasting materials In silk and
wool are appropriate.
The waist is made over fitted lining
that closes at the centre front and
serves as a foundation for the outside.
The blouse consists of plain back and
of fronts that are tucked at their edges
and again at the shoulders, where they
are so laid as to give the effect Of a
broad box pleat. Between these tucks,
at the centre, and over the shoulder
seams are applied the pointed straps
that are held by small black buttons.
The sleeves are moderately full and
are finished with oddly shaped cuffs
that match the trimming straps. The
stock is in regulation style, with the
addition of curved straps cut to give
the clerical suggestion.
The quantity of material required
for the medium size is four and five-
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
He Knew yybat ne w.ntea.

n A small boy on his first visit to town
received from little city cousin bit
Of new and wonderful candy, of the
highly colored, Enthusiastically shaped
sort so attractive to the eyes of the
uninitiated. Neither knew the name
of the novelty, the little donor explain
ing that she had bought it ''just by
sight," but she pointed out the shop
where it was to be had, and when
next the small boy became possessor
of penny there was no doubt in his
mind as to its disposition. Marching
proudly up to the counter he planked
down his coin. sd like to have a
cents worth" he announced, "a cents
worth Of what Susie got last week p
New York Tribune.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

about the farm workshop, and took the
enterprising lad about one day to put
it up. He says he hopes it viii be Of
use to somebody else and sends his
plans for publication. AS the drawings
show, it is stopper and starter for
hydraulic ram.
When the cistern, a, fills, the float, b.
raises and the weight, +, is lowered I'M
til it touches the piston, b. starting the
ram. The water flows out of the cistern
and the float, b, is lowered, raising the
weight. I, which is lighter than b.
When the water in cistern gets low, (
catches on q, lifting the rod, 6, stop
ping the piston, b. The operation is
repeated until the cistern is refilled.
The construction consists of an or(1i.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
Snap shots.

Common sense may not be particu
larly spectacular proposition, but II
wins advertising campaigns
What pity it's. Horatio. that eccen,
tricity is SO often the running mate
of genius.
When man of action grows en-
thusiastic, soon there'n be something
doing.
No man can discount the bill Of ex.
perience.
He who takes himself too seriously
strikes a note that reverberates with
comedy.
1t is the business Of an advertise.
ment to dissipate suspicion.-Proft
Advertising.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
Moman,s Theatre Coat.


Loose fitting wraps for theatre, even
ing and reception wear are among the
smart features of the season and be-
come necessities when the fashionable
waists, with their big sleeves and
filmy materials, are worn. The very
satisfactory model shown in the, large
drawing is adapted to all the uses
named and can be made elaborate
or simple as the material chosen be-
comes one. or the other. The original
Is of white broadcloth, with revers and
bands of heavy linen lace over white
silk and is stitched with corticelli silk.
but all cloths, zebeline, cashmere, peau
de sole and the many cloaking mate
rails Of the season are appropriate with
lace, embroidery, fur or plain silk for
reyers.
The coat is in Russian style and is
cut with loose fitting back and loose
fronts that close In double-breasted
style or turn back to form the revers.
The sleeves are circular in shape and
fall in graceful folds at the lower
edges. The neck can be finished plain
or with the strap collar, as shown in
the small sketch, and the coat can be
worn open or closed and held by but
tons and loops.
The quantity of material required
for the medium size is eight yards
twenty-one inches wide, four and three
fourth yards forty-four inches wide or
three and three-fourth yards fifty-two
inches wid., with two and one-fourth
yards of all-over lace to trim as Illus
trated.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
INC Gray Blonae.

Gray flannel waists are in demand
and are preferable, in the eyes Of
tasteful women, to some Of the bril-
liant blouses which occur in kaleido-
scopic profusion of color on the bar
gain counters. Gray is not always be-
coming. 1t is out of the question for
sallow complexion, but where it can
be worn it seems the ideal tint for dis
playing rose and white or magnolia
complexion. The Quakeress coquettes
discovered this ages ago, and pretty
ones nowadays are unwilling to lay
aside dove-gray and drab for less
harmonious background for their car
nation cheeks. Gray pongee, expen-
sive and hard to get; gray taffeta and
crepe de chine, make charming dinner
blouses.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

Our loreIatners usec to believe in and
practice the "tougheI hing process" in
connection Win tne management Of
their mich cows-thd t is. they kent
cows in loosely boarde| h stables. where
cracks and seams va, vned ana knot
holes opened. admittin r cold. wintry
winds, rains and snow s. Then they
turned out the cows "a rge part of the
day even in chilly fa All and winter
weather. Exposure was the order of
the day. Happily, now we realize the
mistakes of such methS Sds: we know
that cows require reaso nable warmth
and comfort in order to do their hest
at milk production. War m. tight cow
barns are now the ordes of the dav.
but the trouble is some bf us have 81.
clined too far in the opposite direc-
tion. Some Of our I'M yelIigent dairy
men advocate ana Kpractice close
stabling OF cows ali winter. going to
such extremes as mel Yer turning their
cows out of the BARI once from fan
to summer.
I cannot refrain krom condemninp
such an unwarraI 6ted procedure as
radically and diam critically opposed to
every dictate OF Reason and common
sense, as well as hostile to all pbvsio.
logical law. The Row, in common with
all domestic amin ais, is dependent upon
sun and air for fife and health. Vigor
and constitution in dairy herds cannot
be maintained ksave. by an abundance
OF pure oxygeA laden air being always
maintained rIor breathing. Inside air,
even under the most perfect ventilat'
ing systems yet ATTAINED. is never like
outside air. ut lacks the tonic, bracing
invigorating qualities OF heavens pure
ozone. There is nothing like the great
outdoors want 10 impress upon COW
owners the} vital Importance Of the
open BARNARD or khe field. where fol
an hour or mordp according to the
weathef. even In fhe dead OF winter
the cdks may obtain their daily con
stitudhal.
This Aarnyard should be built In q
protectti, sheltered place, where cold
north lid west winds can be ex
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
Wise snaiis.

Snails are not supposed to be very
clever, but raiser of edible snails
in the Canton of vaud, Switzerland,
was baffied by their ingenuity. To
keep his crawling live stock within
bounds he ran series of sharp metal
points along the top of the fence en-
closing their fields, thinking that the
points would prick the foot Of the
animal and make him draw back.
However, the plan failed and the
farmer soon discovered that the "es-
cargots," like little wanton boys, had
climbed on each Others backs in order
to get over the sharp points. The
method appeared to show cooperation,
and the last snail was left behind after
helping over the others-an instance
of heroism in humble life.-Revue
Scientifque..
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
Hone.tv Of the p.r,s Fireman

The honesty of the Paris fireman il
so well known and recognized that il
is sad to note an exception to the gen
eral rule in the case of one who was
stationed some short time ago for the
evening at a leading theatre yielding
to temptation. The man made his way
surreptitiously into a dressing room
and stole bank note for 100 francs,
which he found in a drawer. He had,
however. been perceived. and he has
just been tried by courtmartial and
sentenced to years Imprisonment.
Such case is SO rare that it cannot
reflect on an honorable corps like the
Paris Fire Brigade.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
Preventing sunstrolxe,

II we consider the fact that no one
gets heat-stroke from the great heat
Of furnaces in an arsenal, we readily
arrive at the conclusion that not the
heat rays Of the sun, but the actinic
rays are the cause of the evil. Hence
II we treat the body as photographer
treats his plates, and envelop 1t in
orange, using always an orange-yellow
shirt, and lining the coat and hat with
flannel of the same color. we are likely
to suffer no bad effects from the sun.
Officers in India actually do this.
Science Siftings.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

cluded, either By buildings, hedges o.
high, tight board fences. The exposure
Of the barnyard should be such as I'd
admit maximum Of the rays Of the
sun from the south and minimum OF
cold and wind. Few days there ara
when the cows cannot take at least q
short stroll in such a yard, especially
if it be provided with roof over it. A
little outdoor exercise will always re-
suit in quickened blood circulation,
great activity in the digestive and milk
secretory organs and increased nervoui
energy, SO essential to a prime dairy
Gown. Summer Perkins, in New York
Tribune Farmer.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
Magpetized Crops.

Electricity, hitherto confined to the
mechanical side of agriculture. has
now to be classed among the fertiliz.
ers. Two Russian scientists, M. Spyes-
kneh and II. Krovhoff, have just per.
fected ~ electric battery specially de-
signed for this purpose. 1t is buried
in the soil, which thus becomes mag.
netized and not only makes the crop
more forward, but more abundant
Excellent results are stated to have
been obtained with potatoes, beetroot
trefoil, barley and colza.-Vienna In
formation.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
The Surplus ON the Farm.

The surplus on the farm represents
the produce Of various kinds that has
been set aside for sale, after the usual
or normal requirements demanded for
the successful operation Of the farm
are provided. This surplus may be a
part Of almost every crop grown on the
farm, a portion Of the live stock, fruits,
etc. The farm, in order to be made a
profitable investment, must produce q
surplus, and this surplus be Of sufi-
Gent commercial Importance to return
revenue above the operating cost,
when all features of expense are reck-
oned in the account. 1t is not sufficient
that the farm pay the living expenses
Of the farmer and his family and keep,
up the operating expenses of the farm.
This may, under adverse crop condi.
tions, be accepted as good compro-
mise, but the average annual settle
ment with the farm must show a good
balance in the sale of the farm surplus.
The farm should be regarded as an
investment of SO much capital in busi-
ness, and the operation of the farm
placed upon basis of profit that win
yield certain per cent. upon the CAPT.
tai employed. when all expenses of OPP
Grating are paid. More system should
be introduced into the management
Of the farm. The slipshod, hit or miss,
unmethodical way of conducting the
farm that is in practice among many
farmers is responsible for the mort
cages and lack of profit In farming,
where prosperity does not exist. Hard
work alone will not make farming
profitable. Hard work is an important
factor in successful farming, as almost
every prosperous farmer will testify to,
but good business management is just
as important, and possibly more so.
Hard work and good business manage
ment combined have never been known
to make a failure in farming. The
greatest surplus comes from the well
managed farms.
The season for closing the general
accounts with the farm is approaching;
the autumn season brings with 1t the
maturing of all crops, the culling of
the focks and herds, and the sale Of
the surplus from these various sources
of revenue. In live stock, 1t is particu-
larly important that no unnecessary
loss be permitted through neglect or
exposure to the changing conditions Of
weather. that the fallsseason is soon to
introduce. The surplus farm stock
|.should go into the feed lot, or to the
local OF general market in order to
make room for the producing animals
that are to be the means of production
in keeping up the animal produce Of the
farm.
A systematic marketing Of all the
surplus products of the farm is just
as important and essential as the pro-
duction Of them. This surplus may be
said to represent the years business in
farm management. By economy, in
dustry and close observance of bush
ness methods on the farm. the surplus
is made to increase in amount and
value. and the farm become greater
means Of income. Nebraska Farmer.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

Rather more novel than the usual
basket interlacing Of broadclcth bands
or strips of velvet ribbon Is a combina-
ton of the two. A cranberry crimson
zibeline dress has blouse with a
simulated bolero on the shoulders and
breast entirely composed OF this new
lattice work. The velvet ribbon is
black, and the strapping is of Grim
son zibeline cut = bias folds and Gov
cred with mach.re stitching. Bands
are usuflly more successful when cut
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

nary ram. two two-inch pulley wheels
and two supports for same: a twelve.
pound lead weight, t, with half-inch
hole through centre. working on a four
foot quarterback rod, 6, with loop at
end; "a float, b, consisting of box OF
key containing six two-quart empty
corked bottles. A chain or rope is at
tached to the weight, I, and the float,
). passes over the pulleys and is con-
bected by copper wire.-American
fAgriculturist.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
soapsuds Arc of valua,

The soapsuds on the farm are Of
value, and there is considerable guam
tity made in year. If added to the
manure heap they are excellent in as
sisting to protect the manure from loss
BY escape of ammonia. There are GER
tain fat acids formed from the soap
suds, which unite with substances in
the heap. producing Salts" and as de-
composition progress there is a break
ing down Of the compounds aud the
formation Of others, the soapsuds per.
forming more than their share in the
alterations Of the substances in the
heap, zrssAts-.,.ss-v-s y
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
smeet sachets For Brides

For a wedding gift acceptable to
all brides, useful, pretty and yet mex
pensive, is a complete set Of sachets
for night-dress, handkerchiefs gloves
and wells. They are made of white
satin, painted with honeysuck1e and
bees, and lined with amber satin to
tone with the honeysuckle. Any other
decoration preferred could be used in
either embroidery or painting.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
An Immense Log Cabin.

A ''log cabin that when completed
viii cost something over $4,000 is in
process of erection on Warren's Island
of the coast Of Maine. Some idea of
the size Of the ''cabin" may be gained
from the fact that twenty-five large
sleeping apartments will occupy the
second floor. A fireplace of brick and
granite. conspicuous on the ground
floor, will have a mantel II feet in
length, in width and 8 inches in
thickness. The outermost layer of the
''cabin" is of spruce logs.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
Accumulation of Fertiii[itv n soil

AUGMENTATION OF T ertlA1ty IN 5ollbs
When does the farmer make profit?
There are hundreds Of farmers who
have become wealthy. yet they have
handled very little money and have
had difficulty in meeting their obliga-
tions. There is one bank account
which they do not draw upon, and the
deposits accumulate for years. which
is the soil. A farmer takes a poor
farm, works it, adds manure and re-
ceives but little over expenses, but
every year his farm has become more
fertile Jand also increased in value. In
ten or more years the farm may be
worth five times the original cost, and
it represents just as much profit as
though the farmer.had received money
All farms are, to certain extent,
banks Of deposit. where the profits Of
the farm slowly accumulate.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
short walking skirts.

There is no doubt that on all practl>
cal frocks the skirts will be much
shorter, but the really short skirt to
show the ankles should be kept exclu-
sively for country wear. Town frocks
are now cut without train, but touch
ing the ground all around.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
The parisian Idea, Of woman.

The Paris Presse has taken plebis-
cite of its readers on the question.
(which are the six most essential vir-
tues of women?" The result affords
some clew to Partisan sociology.
Economy is placed first, 1920 votes;
fidelity and modesty each received
1857; kindness received 1882. and
maternal love $780, Cleanliness and
patience were last on the list.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

Of firm broadcloth than Of zibeline,
which has to be either lined or triple
folded to hold it firm. The vertical
lines of the lattice come out well in
black velvet. There are two or three
variations Of the basket weaving in
these velvet and wooden lattices
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
From a Recent Novel.

"Her eyes fell"
"Her hands dropped by her side"
HE lost his tongue"
"His jaw dropped"
'sHer voice fell.''
"She crushed him with look"
Ellis heart sank like lead"
Then one would suppose the house
maid came with broom and swept up
the debris. -Tit-Bits.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
A winter Poultry Hoase yyindoyv.

Hen houses are cold at night in win
ter because of loose windows, and be-
cause glass quickly radiates heat. The
curtain shown in the cut obviates both
uifiiculties. It stops drafts and pre-
vents radiation. It is made to slide be-
heath side pieces, since this keeps air
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
FARM q
@ MATTERS.
AIaking Far.ns valuahle.

When foods are fed on the farm and
sold in some other form, the valuable
elements Of fertility are retained at
home, and as long as this is done the
farm may be cultivated to it's highest
limit Of capacity and become more val
liable every year.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
Looking Forward.

rs it true that the temperature rises
as you go further under ground?'
ut u.s." answered the scientist.
Then our architects will have to
change their methods in order to en-
able people to accommodate them
selves to the cost Of fuel Instead Of
putting up sky scrapers they will have
to construct sub-cellars. ~ Washington
Star.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

skillfnl Device For Hydraulic Ram.
The ingenious apparatus shown in
the illustration is the work Of fifteen
year-old boy, Michael 3. Pue. of Mary.
land. 1t is made Of materials found
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

The revival of the cameo has brought
to life cameo portraiture. which pro-
vides pleasure to those who delight in
the unique and rare.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

Many Of Us might be happy if we. did
Then we ought to use DR.. August Koenig'
Hamburg Drops, which cure the disorders
and bring the whole system to healthy
condition.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

The Aeronautical Institute. Of Lon
don. win hold an exhibition Of model
balloons and flying machines and ex-
detrimental apparatus in the early part
Of the new year.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

Forty-four muscles are called into play
in the production Of the human voice.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

Two hundred and seventeen lions have
been born at the Dublin zoo during the
last seventy years.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

A mans conscience will always tell
him when somebody else is doing
wrong.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

Mrs. Wi4slow' s Soothing Syrup for children
teething ,sbftenthe gums, reduces infiamma-
tion, allayspain, cures wind collie. 25c. q bottle
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

A chimney Of lis feet high will, without
danger, sway ten inches in a wind.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

The number Of laborers required to cult
gate the tea crop of India is 666,0O
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

al the front, and is nnished with postil-
lion tabs at the back.
The quantity of material required
for the medium size is five yards TWEEN
ty-one inches wire, four and one-half
yards twenty-seyep inches wide, or
two and three-eighth yards forty-four
inches wide, with one-half yard of
tucking or lace eighteen inches wide
for yoke.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19
AOuaint Broolch,

Quaint and fetching is brooch IL the
form of a ruby-eyed gold fish that
holds a perfect little pearl in its mouth.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1902-12-19

The average Of wrecks in the Baltic Sc
is one every day throughout the year.