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The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

A writer of one of our leading maga-
zines. discussing the material progress
In the south. is authority for the state
ment that an expenditure of about
so, 100000 on levee work on the Mis-
slsslppi river would reclaim an area of
20.OO0,O00 acres OF land fertile enough
to produce bale OF cotton 10 the
acre. which would result in an increase
OF wealth of between $400,000,0O0 and
$5O0,0O0,O0o IL the facts are as stat
ed the proposition is one which should
receive the serious consideration Of the
federal government.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

While engaged In pruning in his
large orchard last spring the writer
noticed rather strange thing. Max
ing st a practice to remove the cocoOns
of worms nests from the crotches and
limbs of the trees, lie found one in
which the occupant-the chrysalis--had
been removed and kernel of corn
tucked in its place. That this might
he accidental suggested itself, but a
close inspection of a dozen other CO.
coons showed that some shrewd bird,
possibly Il crow or blue jay, had de-
voured the tenant and was using his
home as a storehOuse.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

With the innumerable books and
magazines and papers which are being
turned out daily in the interest Of the
farmer and his work it would be pretty
poor logic On the part of any one to
suppose for an instant that as class
they weren't progressive and Intel.
ligent set Of people. Agriculture is
highly esteemed in this age Of CONNER
callsm and Is constantly being pushed
to the front by conventions. schools
and the press.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

The finest product of the myriads OF
farms of this splendid country OF ours
is not pedigrned seed corn. the No. !
hard wheat The sleek coated horses
and thoroughbred cattle and hogs, but
The rosy checked and healthy boys and
girls that annually come 10 maturity
and leave the old home farm or re-
main thereupon to fill positions OF re-
sponsibi!ity and opportunity in busy.
bustling world Viewed from The high
standards. il is this product of our
American farms that brings the highest
return. most credit and largest meas
ure of satisfaction and upon which de-
pend more than OH all else the contn-
ued success and prosperity OF our gov
ernment and fee institutions.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

Get hold OF root Of The English vlo-
let II possible this spring and put II In
some shady and sheltered spot where
It will not be disturbed. If allowed to
grow, II ought to bring good returns.
We had little he'd last year that
was full OF buds and blossoms before
the snow was fairly gone and blossom
ed off and on all the season. The color
and sweetness OF the English violet are
especially pleasing.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15
sewing on Buttons.

When replacing the lost buttons OF
garments it is very important that the
new buttons should be Of the same size
as the old ones. Careless members pay
no attention to this trifiing detail. and
the consequence Is that buttons that
are too small will not remain fastened.
and those which are too large tear the
butt0nholes. A-button box for storing
reserve buttons should find place IN
every mending basket. In this racep-
tacle should be put oil buttons which
have been ripped off old garments as
we'll as any complete set of buttons
there may be. Housekeepers who pick
up and put away in its allotted place
every button which falls into their
hands may save themselves many pur'
choseS
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

One year with another, good mule
will fetch more than horse by about
10 per cent. this estimate based upon
the cost of raising Furthermore, the
mule requires less care. Is less liable
to be injured because of less nervous
disposition and seems TO be immune to
a number Of the ailments which af-
dict n horse
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15
The waxea Floor.

Here is an excellent method of re-
moving grease spots from a waxed
floor: Pour spirits Of turpentine on the
spot and give it time to soak into the
wood. Then cover with powdered tale
and press with warm but not very
hot iron. The tale will absorb the
grease. Brush of and polish the place
anew with wax.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

An old soldier who married young
wife was taken with a stroke st pa
ralysls after some years and finally
died, leaving three soas and a fine
farm. The boys gent into the thrash
ing machine business and the farm into
the siseriff's hands. and the widow
ended up by marrying one horse liv-
eryman. II the mother had stayed on
the farm and made home for the
boys and the latter had been content
20 ride~e nlow and milk the cows. they
misS be living In plenty Instead
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

A man told us the other day that
twelve years ago. when he bought a
piece or land In Iowa and paid $50 per
acre for 1t. his nelghbors made fun OF
him. but that now some OF them had Of
fered to take Il on his hands at twice
that and $40 more per acre. Some men
see farther ahead than others-
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

A bill which has been fayorably re-
ported in the house OF representatives
provides for an appropriation OF $780,
900 for the experimental work OF each
state agricultural college. The work
being done at these Institutions Is most
practical and the assistance proposed
most timely.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

Now that spring is once more at hand
get the children interested in birds and
the wrens and bluebirds. for close ac-
quaintance with these little creatures
has wholesome influence on both chill
dren and grown folks.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

Observation leads to the belief that
the fellow who plants poor seed corn
Is the same chap that signs his note
for a stranger and buys ounces and
apricots OF fruit tree peddlers for plant
ing north OF latitude AZ degrees. This
kind seldom read. and. II they do, fail
10 comprehend.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

There are three things employed in
agricultural operations at times which
involve considerable danger for the
farmer These are the herd bull. the
corn shredder and dynamite. If re-
ports in the daily press can be credit
ed the corn shredder has little the
greatest number OF victims to its
rPa1it
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

In many agricultural communities in
Europe labor saving machinery of
American make Is condemned simply
BECAUSE it does too much work. The
customs and practices of centuries
Seem TO make necessary the perpetua-
tiOn OF slow and tedious hand labor
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

Most children on the farm have pets
or make pets of the animals about the
place. This is a good thing, for it
teaches them not only to be observing,
but also to have more tender regard
for all the animals they come in con.
tact with.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

There was once Il man who got rich
ON his farm by the following method:
He sold all the stuff of the farm that
he could get rid OF and used the rest
for home consumption. the effects OF
which both himself and his family bore
eloquent evidence. The ends to which
some men will go TO lay by little
money almost surpasses belief.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15
Should Work Both Ways.

DIR. Kallowmell latter thorough
examination)-There is nothing at
all the matter with you. All you
need is little rest.
Caller-Thank you. Well, | must
be-
DR.. Kallowmell-But thanks, my
good man, will not pay my Office
rent.
Caller-Maybe not, but that's all
l got for overhauling your watch
the other day and finding that all it
needed was winding.-Chicago Trib-
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

The children come in with wet and
muddy feet these days. Isn't there any
way they can get home from school
without getting themselves plastered
with mud and also running the risk of
taking cold!
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15
GIVEN FREE.

The Cincinnati Enquirer has just
issused a New Valuable up to date
Wall Chart of three Sheets (six pages
each a8 inches wide, sc inches long.
The first page shows an entirely
New Map of Ohio the most beautiful
and exac. ever printed. In bringing
this Map up to date, all new towns
are located, all Electric and Traction
Railroads are shown, all Rural Mail
Routes, and portraits Of all the
Governors.
On o.her pages of this Magnificent
Chart are Maps of the United States
with portraits of all the Presidents.
Map of Panama showing Canal
zone, with data relative to the great
Ship Canal, now being built by the
United States, one Of tho greatest
enterprises ever attempted.
A typographical Map Of the Russia
Japanese War district with data and
details of the two great Armies and
Navies, battle fields, etc., including
the last Naval battle in the straits Of
Korea.
A map of the World, with Names
of Ru'.rS Goats of Arms. Flags Of
all Nations. Steamship Routes, with
data and Statistics of great worth.
Other mapc are the Philippine
Islands, Hawaii, Alaska and oortc
Rico, in all ninl istinct maps.
An index will locate any point
desired and is so simple child can
understand it. The Chart is new,
correct and up to date, making it an
invaluable educator, indispensable
Cor the Home, School, Library, or
College.
The selling price is $a. yet its
worth is many times greater. The
Enquirer Company is giving thia
chart Free to subscribers Of the
weekly Enquirer who remit one dollar
for a years subscription or for a re
newal OF old subscription. Agents car.
reap rich harvest soliciting orders
for this grand offer. Address,
| ENQUIRER cOMpANYs
Gincinnatls Qk&p
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

II in doubt as to what you want to
put into the home garden this spring.
Just take a mental Inventory of the
family's likes and dislikes. Don't spend
time and space in putting in what they
don't care for. but do plan for plenty
OF the vegetables which are liked
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

When boy is given his time at the
age of eighteen. there is something
wrong sure--with the lad, his father, or
both. 1t ia in way the miscarriage OF
American home training.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

One man OF the writer's acquaint-
ance who has made businesa OF rails.
ing horses and who has from sixty to
eighty head OF grade and thoroughbred
animals on his place all the time has
figured 1t out that. one year-with an
other. they fetch him on an average
8 cents po md when placed upon the
market at .hree years of age, The
measure OF prosperity which the gen
tleman in question enjoys proves quito
conclusIvely that the business is a pay.
ing one.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

While the fact that he is near to the
source OF supply OF much of the food
consumed makA the passage Of pure
food bill less interesting to farmer
than to his brother in town he should
nevertheless give such movements his
hearty support. for some of the things
which he does have TO purchase are the
worst adulterated ON the market, and
the manufacture OF many spurious
foods cuts down the market for his
produce.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

Do you select the book for its title,
the fruit for its size. or buy the COW for
its quantity of milk? If so, you'll be
loser every time--a good bargain goes
deeper than that.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

No more effort and great deal more
OF zest and enjoyment are associated
with work that Is done ON time. Post
ponement makes ii mere drudgery.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

The case OF the South Carolina man
who refused $4,000 for ten acre
patch Of lettuce illustrates the posi-
bllitles OF intensive agriculture in this
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

Most OF US don't know how much we
have TO he thankful for until we really
do have some trouble. AS a rule, the
most Indifferent people are those who
have always had an easy road to travel.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

We knew OF a deacon in the church
once who SOLD lumpy jawed COW to
the local butcher 10 supply his patrons
or course the thing got out. and as n
result the said deacon lost his stand
ing completely among many OF the hest
people in the community. and all from
the desire to save a few paltry dollars
of which he already had an abundant
supply
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15
She Gould Talk.

"Why did you discharge such good
cook?"
"She served tongue at every NEAL
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

Beet sugar enterprises. like matrimO-
ny, should only be entered upon after
calm deliberation and reflection, sue
cess in either case being accompanied
by much pains and self denial as well
as large rewards.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15
FARM AND
ORCHARD.
Some Very Helpful Hints
for the Farmer.
BY J. s. TRIGG,
Des Moines, Iowa. Corre-
spondence Invited.
BY J. 5. TRIGG,

The we'll managed church provides
storm sheds for the horses OF its mem
bers as well as prayer books for its
communicates.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

Many farmers are not satisfied
doubtless you can recall one or two
right in your own neighborhood-un.
less they have tied up every loose dol.
lar In land that they possess. making
II impossible to get hold OF cent in
lime OF emergency without borrowing.
II they were half as Jealous in culti-
waiting the land already owned they
would have better returns all afonnd
and woll not feel so poor wheh the
wife need hannet or the chill
alren somd i'-j
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15
WAIST HANGERS.
How They May he Covered With
Ribbon and saclSeted.

There is no longer any possible ex-
cause OF wrinkled clothes. crushed col
lars or sleeves which have lost their
freshness. Nowadays there are all
sorts of convenient hangers for coats,
waist and skirts-cheap ones. too. not
costing more than 10 cents, and the
best part OF it Is that very many Of
them fold up 80 that they can be tuck
ed away in dress suit case and DO not
take up any room TO speak of. AS soon
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15
Work and PLAY.


II wages for golf were six dollars a week
And hours were from dawn until dark,
Would people with money be looking for
health
BY batting the balls in the park?
II 1t were employment, like shoveling
snow
Or some common. everyday trade,
Would children of fashion, to pass away
time.
with caddies go out on parade?
If climbing up mountains were aught else
than sport
And workingmen had 1t to do.
Would tourists be hiking their way up
the sides
For the sake of the walk and the view?
Would poor, putting pilgrims be climbing
Pixies peak
Or seeking the Matterhorn's dome
II 1t were regarded like moving the lawn
Or splitting the kindling at home?
II platforms for horses were on an In
cline
And moved as the dancers tripped by.
Like treadmills are turned as the horses
advance.
Thus causing the buzzsaw to fly,
Would dancing be then with the young
folks hit.
Or would they pay money to go
When labor so useful was being per-
formed
BY means of the light. airy toe?
TO keep people happy while making them
work
There must be. I'm certain. a way.
And here's the solution - It's simple
enough
To make them believe 1t Is play
II shlngllng the hencoop could be made 6
sport
Or digging canals be game,
| We'd have the earth fixed In year and
half
So nice 1t would most do to frame.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

II you have nice LOT OF healthy look
ing apple trees which grow we'll, but
never bear fruit, and you don't know
their variety, You will do we'll, after
giving them a fair trial, to conclude
that they are some Seeding or freak
variety and grub them out. The wait
ing upon fruit that never comes is a
hard trial upon ones faith and opti-
mism
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15
A Curious Word.

What word is it that contains five
letters, yet by taking away two let
tefs you leave but one?
AnsNers-Alope.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

Even money viii not make the mare
go II she Is ballSy.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

The man who sells good farm and
buys a grocery store takes an easy
way OF committing financial suicide.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

More people would be working for
glory II they could cash II.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

Things that don't happen are usually
the ones that give us the most trouble.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15
fudge.
Query.

"You are the first girl ever kissed"
'1rhat cuts no Ice. hut am the last
that you are going to?"
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15
Masnifies.

In looking down the muzzle
OF a twenty-five revolver.
Which tool Is for the holdup man
The money problem solver.
1t doesn't seem TO YOU to be
A very little one.
But looks the longer that you gaze
More like thirteen inch gun.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15
Wouldn't Ask For 1t.

"Saying money at our house now"
SLOWS that?"
"Aly wife's so mad she won't speak"
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

A law requiring men to check their
thirst on entering the theater would
help some.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15
Her Chiefest Charm.

She's charming little lady.
And she dances like leaf
Whirling through the woodlands shady
In the autumn season brief.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

Investigation committees don't seem
to know the earmarks OF graft from the
footprints of time.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15
Helping Him Along.

"No, sir; MIR. Slowpoke isn't In"
"When shall call again!"
"What Is your buslness:"
~ am bill collector"
"You might call Thursday. He won't
be In then either"
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

Just because the woman is the man
Of the house 1t does not follow that the
husband Is perfect lady.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

Coming events east their shadows be-
fore good and plenty when they hire
press agent.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

You cannot always judge a mans
past by listening TO his thrilling and
picturesque line OF conversation about
1t.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

While your sins may find you out
there is no danger but what your trou-
bles will find you In.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

Where 1t is against the law to wear
birds on a woman's hat the milliner
can always find quite as expensive
way OF trimming them.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

Saw Her First.
81 haven't been
able to see Miss
Clevah for a
week"
"she always
did have good
eyesight."
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

The reason why some men never buy
gold bricks is because they are Lot soid
on the installment plan.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

A soft answer may turn away wrath,
but you never heard of book agent
by that name.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15
Humor aue Philosophy
PERT PARAGRAPHS.
py DUNCAN n. sxnrn


Coming events east their shadows be-
fore good and plenty when they hire
press agent.
investigation committees don't seem
to know the earmarks of graft from the
footprints of time.
A law requiring men to check their
thirst on entering the theater would
help some.
Just because the woman IL the man
of the house Ii does not follow that the
husband Is perfect lady.
You cannot always judge a mans
past by listening TO his thrilling ana
picturesque line OF conversation about
it.
A soft answer may turn away wrath,
but you never heard of book agent
by that name.
The reason why some men never buy
| gold bricks is because they are Lot soid
| on the installment plan.
While your sins may find you out
there is no danger but what your trou-
bles will find you In.
An agreeable person is one who
makes us aware only Of our good
points.
Where 1t is against the law to wear
birds on woman's hat the milliner
can always find quite as expensive
way Of trimming them.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1906-03-15

une.
Bisbee daily review., 1906-09-02

and other machinery crowded in 8 small space make it impossible for the chunky girl to get around with ease. So instead of moving the ma chinery, he proposes removing the girls. Of course, this whole thing may be a huge joke. They have accu- mulated quite bouquet of humorists in Washington, but until the head of the department of printing and en- graving Is shown to be either a "cut- up" or a lunatic, his orders must be treated seriously.
 The departments specifications, if enforced, will result in filling the plant with animated skeletons, grotesquely disproportioned and, in fact, human monstrosities. Any woman who reads over the measurements here quoted will be puzzled at the masculine stu pidity of their nomenclature and then she will laugh. The girl who measures 16 inches ''in width" of hips and 13 inches "in depth" of bust would resem- ble nothing so much as human bal loon
 But whatever this set of measure ments would mean if interpreted to an intelligent mind, the fact seems clear that the department of printing and engraving demands mere physical longitude without any other considera- tion as to capacity and mental apti- tude. The average woman with a waist measurement of 2S inches, bust 3S and hips A inches wouldn't stand a ghost of a show in the competition. Sine would be too normal. It is also fact that the best woman workers in offices are the chunky kind, who are uniformly good tempered and cheer full who are not everlastingly posing before a mirror admirng their figures and who have time and opportunity for cultivating a rare quality of good sense. Your chunky woman is sub stantial both physically and mentally She may not be built for speed, but she fs not apt to be nervous and hys terical. Perhaps, after all, the head of the department of printing and engrav 1 ing was influenced in his decision by a favorite stenographer who was jeal ous of some dimrled beauty of obvious charms, Such things do sometimes | influence Washington officials to make everlasting and consecrated chumps oi I themselves.