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The Mitchell capital. (Mitchell, Dakota [S.D.]) 1879-1918, 1906-08-31
WHEAT AFTER POTATOES.

Possibly the best preparatory crop for
wheat is q field where clover sod has been
turned under, although wheat following
potatoes that nave been grown in Il soil
which was well fertilized and which is
reasonably rich in humus will bring good
returns. Next in Importance to the proper
seed bed is the preparation of it, and here
is where many wheat growers, and espe-
cially those who grow wheat on a small
scale, fail. As a rule, provided the pota-
toes have been we'll cultivated. it is UNI
necessary to plow the field for wheat. har-
owing four or five times being sufficient.
What is necessary in the way of addition
al fertilizing must be largely determined
by the richness of the soil, although, as i
rule, it is generally safe to drill in with
the wheat three or four hundred pounds
of fertilizer, Of which 40 per cent. is phos-
phoric acid. 1t is also a good plan to
cover the wheat field in the spring with
$50 pounds of nitrate of soda per acre,
which Will stimulate the growth.
rNnahacN- DN ATTIC N-,>yE nArX
The Mitchell capital. (Mitchell, Dakota [S.D.]) 1879-1918, 1906-08-31
CURLING COW PEA a


There is always more or less difficulty
in curing COW pea hay, but the crop is
we'll worth the trouble of going about cur
ing 1t In a careful manner The general
rule is to cut the COW peas when the
leaves first begin to turn yellow, the cut
ting being don as soon as the dew has
dried in the morning and always on a
sunny day. a into small. rather fiat
piles, and by the afternoon of the follow
ing day 1T will be ready to haul into the
barn. II one has a number of sheds which
are open at one or two sides the curing
may be finished under cover, should a
storm threaten. Unless the sun is very
warm and bright during all the period
from cutting to the next afternoon we
always cart the hay under a shed and
leave it there two days. turning three or
four times during hat period, and find 1T
we'll worth the trouble The idea in cur
ing COW pea hay is to retain all of the
leaves possible and thus cured it makes
one Of the best possible rough feeds for
4 catt1a
The Mitchell capital. (Mitchell, Dakota [S.D.]) 1879-1918, 1906-08-31
COMMENT ON ATTRACTIVE PACK.
ING,

Commenting on our insistent articles
urging that growers of farm produce pack
atractively, a reader says: The one trou-
BILE with your idea is hat we lose fruit,
that is. If I lave a bushel of strawberries,
for example, by packing them after your
plan, l find a number of quarts which can
not be marketed at any price, and this
does not pay" We do not agree with our
friend for If, out of q bushcl or 80 quarts
Of berries we sell 40 per cent. at - cents.
30 per cent. at 8 cents. and have 80 per
cent. left as unstable, which. by the way,
Is a very large per cent, We make more
money than If we sell the entire 80 quarts
for 6 cents or less per quart, and we have
the added satisfaction of knowing that
our selected fruit found a ready sale and
that there will be a demand for more of
it, while On the other hand we might have
found considerable difficulty in selling the
mixed crop even at 6 cents a quart. Think
it over before marketing the fall fruits
and vegetables.
The Mitchell capital. (Mitchell, Dakota [S.D.]) 1879-1918, 1906-08-31

stole into the garden, where George
had taken refuge after 9iune.. She
knew where she would find him. lie
was sitting in his favorite place, u
the old apple tree at the back OF the
lawn, unconscious OF her presence.
Noiselessly she stole up behind Nun,
and stood watching him, as ne moodily
The Washington times., 1906-04-24
HOME ITS PROBLEMS AND INTERESTS
CONCERNING CARE
or THE BEDROOfl

When buying an enamel bed look well
to the brass fittings to see if they are
firmly set and carefully finished. for il is
here that the bed first shows signs of
wear. Such trimmings usually are fin
ished now so that they do not tarnish.
but they are not always put on so that
they win not get loose. and give the
bed a generally dilapidated look.
Enameling should be done over often
enough so this part Of the bed will not
get blue and shabby looking. All en-
ameIed furniture should be gone over
every few weeks with a soapy rag.
There is no other article which so vel!
repays care and in when the cost of re-
placing and repairing nIdkes il so well
worth while for the housekeeper TO use
eternal vigilance as the mattress
Never leave them uncovered, and have
them swept monthly with q Whisk
broom, turning up the tufts and brush
ing them free from dust. They should
be thoroughly whipped at least three
or four times wear, and once during
the middle Of winter and once IN the heat
of summer should be left out during the
whole day for a good chilling and sun
ming Pillows and holsters should have
the same treatment much more fre-
Quently and should have slip covers OF
muslin. the same as mattresses The
frequent handling OF pillows exposes
them to soil, and they are unpleasant
10 fastidious persons II faded and not
perfectly clean
The Washington times., 1906-04-24
The Home Gardener.

Where a brilliant mass OF color is
desired. especially III a dew growing
plant is wanted. nothing surpasses the
portulaca, its moss-Iike stems being
almost hidden by flowers Of crimson.
scarlet. pink. and white. Like the pop
pies. ii is "A self-seeding plant. and viii
usually come up year after year.
The annUals are too little used in our
gardens. In common with our country
rIen everywhere, we home people seem
possessed Of the notion that beauty is
expensive. so we prefer to buy Geran-
iuns and coIeUs and other bedding
plants for our gardens, at a far great
er outlay and with less satisfactory re
suits.
one Of the brightest gardens last sum
mer surrounded a modest little home
The total expenditure for seeds did not
exceed p cents. But the value of that
gardens color might have been esti-
mated cOnservatiVely in dollars
The California poppy. with IT'S brll-
liant flower in shades OF yellow ana
orange, may be Sovn at any time IN
Auril 1t is the most brilliant OF yellow
flowers. though the French mariGold and
the calendula are more valuable Tor cut
ting. Among the hardy annuals that may
be planted now. no flower OF blue color
is better than the bachelors button. or
ragged robin, or corn fower-it has as
many names as royal princess.
In a sunny yard. petunia and vcrbena
and DhioX and poppy are much happier
than Ecranium- so let us give the an
nuals a chance to brighten ctr town
this summer. We viii get increased va
rietv. and color / think, too, We win
yet a biz profit Of pleasure and satisfac-
ton.
There are many other ANIMALS that
are worthy Of a place in the 1owe. gar
den-sup.mer phloN. Gallardias, Iia-Irhus
pinks. zinnias - $50 much improved Of
late that their own grandmothers might
not recognize them. balSam-indee6. one
may have a glory Of color throughout
the summer for a very small outlay.
and of course. every one can save the
seed of every kind he grows for the next
years planting.
The Washington times., 1906-04-24

very strong IL may be made with mus
tard and warm vinegar, or when not
required SO strong, equal quantities OF
mustard and linseed meal may be mixed
with warm water.
Sprea' on a thin linen rag and apply.
For ugutness Of the chest and diff
Guilty OF breathing many people have
experienced great relief from mustard
and water mixed, and applied on an old
rag, and allowed to remain on from
twenty minutes TO half an hour
4 dry mustard pOultice is ve-y con-
venient for any one who is travelling
ard subject 10 bronchial attacks. II
can be carried for months and applied
repeatedly without losing much of the
effect.
Take two pieces OF cotton wool and
dust into them IS much dry mustard
as they will retain. Place them To-
gether and sew round the edges and
cross and over. Cover with n piece OF
muslin. preferably old. as Il viii be
softer, fixing well round the edges and
sewing across and across to form
squares. Roll up and wrap IL in a
piece of PAPER and it viii keep for any
length Of time
The Washington times., 1906-04-24
Care Of Plants.

The majority Of the house plants viii
begin active growth this month and
should receive daily attention.
Apply fertilizers If the soil seems TO
be pretty well worn out, and ii will be
if the plants have been kept growing
and furnishing blossoms.
Finely ground bone meal is an excel
lent flower food. A teaspoonful worked
into the soil in d siN-inch pot will be
about right.
Plants which have outgrown their
dishes may often be kept green and
healthy in their cramped quarters by
the judicious use Of plant foods.
Pay close attention 20 watering \
healthy plant which IS putting for.h
new leaves and buds will make use or
q considerable amount Of moisture, ami
il should not be allowed TO suffer in this
respect
Perhaps there is nothing more harmful
than 10 give plant which Is al a stand
still a greater supply of water than II
can assimilate. IT deblitates the plant
and gives the soil a chance TO sour
When the soil In a pot Is gray and
CTumply on top a plant Is IN need OF
water and thorough application should
be made
As long as the soil appears moist the
plant Is not suffering for water, and no
more should be given until II dries CUT
again.
To be sure that the ball OF roots is
soaked through, set each part IN a dlSh
OF warmish water and let il remain there
Until the soil is A-uddy on top. In this
way the plant receives a thorough wat
eTlng.
II is harmful 20 a plant 10 give IL
Just enough water 20 keep the surface
soil moist. II is the roots down in the
tOt That need the water and enough
should be given 10 reach them
Hanging baskets should be examined
every day TO see that they are not suf-
fcring for moisture. They are in much
warmer air than the other plants, and
consequently the soil dries out quicker
They should be allowed 10 become thor
oughly dry. else the plants may become
injured
The Washington times., 1906-04-24
Spring Hosiery.

While black and white stockings are
the most popular Of ail-aud it's hard 10
realize how much variety OF style has
been got into black and white-Dlenty or
colors are worn. a faVorite one being the
palest tint Of gray, really just a soften
ing OF white.
Bronze and tan stockings are both
Bood-tan shoes TO be worn this summer.
and bronze staying stoutlv ia fashion
r or women tand for men. tOoJ WI o
IKE th4 initials upon everything come
the prettieSt OF Openwork kinds. made
with PLAN round bit set right In the
center OF lines or npeDwork- That plain
! htt rs for 4 monogram. Some OF them
are already embroidered with JapaneSc
Eood-luck characters. which give them
a little touch Of novelty
The Washington times., 1906-04-24
A Dancing Frock.

\ snow white chiffon dancing gown
for young girl has full skirt. short
enough 20 clear the floor. with a hem
Of plain white satin Just above this
hem are TWO bands Of satin ribbon
trimming. the ribbon being gathered UP
into Empire festoOus and hJIle rou-
leauN. and further spaced out with
rOsettcs and chiffon roses a fun bcbe
bodice is drawn down under white
satin saSh. with long ends floating
awav AT tho back. while the decollcte
white net, threaded through with mar
row black velvet ribbon and caught in
he center with single Ia France
rose The short pufed sleeves are an
lSheC round the arm with a u ide bend
OF satin ribbon embroidery. II IS "a
model OF exquisite simplicity
The Washington times., 1906-04-24
Ne10 Things in HatS.

Some Teviv2ls OF quaint hat styles
have been made-some the very image
Of old-fashiOncd pOkes, made OF leg
horn OF some other oldtime straw. and
trimmed with "A plume and a buckle
even with the strings. although those
OF today are Of wide soft ribbon. or
chiffon. with which the poke used 10 be
tied under the chins Of oldtime beau
ties.
one OF the hat STYLES which is attract
ing great deal OF attention has the
top laid in folds Before the hat is
made on its wire frame IL looks more
like ~--ste-baskct. or like the bathing
hats with which plenty of people dishg-
ure themselves every summer But
crush that long cone down. letting
the folds arrange themselves. giving
them only an occasional little poke here
or there when the soft straw shows
signs Of crushing The wrong May
The Washington times., 1906-04-24
No Vide B1In1S.

Small hats are to be quite as much
worn as large ones by Parisians. but
there is a prospect of larger ones TAX
ing the lead later on. Abnormal width
of brim will not be indulged in. Many
of the largest hats are not wide in the
brim. compared with those of recent
popularity. a pTOdigiOus amount Of
trimming makes them seem larger thar
they are, and the method Of proppinl
them up at the back gives them still
greater prominence.
The Washington times., 1906-04-24
THE ART OF MAKING
POULTICES DROPERL- Y
Something Every Housekeeper Should Know In
Case of Emergency

To make poultice properly and with
expedltion is an art.
we can not go 10 the druggist when
the physician prescribes poulucing and
have the prescription made up. II IS
a remedy that must be made on the
spot. and applied Immediately, hence
the advantage OF being able TO manipu-
late it successfully.
The DouItiCes in common use are In
seed. bran. bread. mustard. and oatmeal.
but the medical man will say In each
case what is the proper kind of Doultice
TO use.
How to Apply the Poulrice-
Their purpose is to keep the part
moist and warm. and whenever they
fail TO do that they are useless To do
so they must be made very hot. Of
proper consistency. applied as hot as
can be borne and changed frequently.
When changing. the new poultice
ought to be at the bedside before the
old one is removed. The operation must
he performed quickly. and the skin dried
before the fresh pouItice is put on.
Covering a poultice with several folds
OF flannel or oiled silk helps to keep
81 longer warm. In every case it must
be fixed to the part by means of band
ages. otherwise it will be falling every
moment. and much harm may be done.
When a bran pOultice has TO be used
st is usually a large one. Being large
# retains the heat much longer. and
is a very efncacIous kind
To Make a Bran Poultice.
Put the bran in a large warm basin
and pour over enough boiling water TO
moisten IL. Stir it well. and put it in
a large piece cf flannel Fix il up so
that the bran does not move and apply
as hot as can be borne.
Another method is TO put some boiling
water in a hot basin. Place the guam
tity of bran required on the top OF the
boiling water. and when the heat has
penetrated. stir it gently IN. Pour off
the supera abundant water and apply the
poultice at once.
To make a linseed poultice have ready
on a hot surface a piece Of old thin
linen or muslin three or four inches
larger each way than you mean the
pouItice to be. Warm a basin and have
the kettle boiling rapidly.
For a Linseed PoulIice.
Use crushed Iinseed in preference to
linseed meal. as the former contains a
larger proportion of oil. Place sufficient
fiEseed In the basin and pour the boiling
water over it. stirring 1t rapidly with
n table knife till ii is perfectly smooth.
and does not adhere to the basin.
Spread Immediately on the linen TO
within an inch or so OF the edge, and
about half an inch thick. Turn over
the edges of the linen. running along
with the finger to smooth them prop
erly Roll up with the linseed inside
and apply.
II changing undo the bandage. roll to-
ward the skin the old poultice. drying
the skin rs you go. ard with the utmost
expedition unroll the warm poultice over
the part. Cover with flanneI and keep
in placa by the bandages
Another way is TO put the linseed into
tho oven to heat for quarter OF an
hour and scald out the basin I'm which
it is TO be mixed with boiling water
Next pour in as much boiling water as
Is needed according to the size of the
poultice required then. stirring with a
knife all the time
Shake in the hot neal until the poui-
The Washington times., 1906-04-24
THE SCHOOL GIRLS SHIRT WAIST.

Tailored shirt affected
OF the
simplicity which
with turnbac cuff be popular model
depth triple Pat the fastening
S worn
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1906-08-08
CHURCH AND CLERGY.

The Church Of England Is organizing
an increasing number Of Christian En-
deavor societies
Al Willingsdale Doe, Essex England,
two churches stand III one churclyard.
This unique position was brought about
many years ago BY q quarrel between
two sisters. each Of whom presented
the parish with church
Careful computation, says the New
Yorls. Herald shows that the Cathedral
OF ST, John the Divine will be complet-
ed Ola April lis, a22S If it's construction
proceeds at the same rate as 1t has
since the laying Of the cornerstone on
Dec. ri, 1902.
A church that seats only % people
has been dedicated III New York city.
It IS to fGlfll i vow made by Frank
Lisanti, who was stricken with a Sc
we're illness. He became well and be
gan TO save to keep his vow. In six
teen years he has saved $4,000, and
the church has been built.
The Union Congregational church Of
Des Moines. Ia, gave its pastor, Rev
II. w. Porter, a months vacation, the
first IN two years, but he refused to
leave the city and utilized his vacation
In completing the church building
which has been projected and partially
completed under his labors,
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1906-08-08
THINGS THEATRICAL.


Forbes Robertson will produce
Caesar and Cleopatra In America
next fall.
Cora Maynard, author OF The Meas
ure OF Man" Daniel V. Arthur and
J. Fred Zimmermans new production,
Is spending the summer at her home
in Dublin, N H, where she is making
a few alterations in the hook
Edward A. Braden has completed bis
plans for the production of -Barabbas,"
a dramatization OF Marie Corellrs
novel Of that name. Tyrone Power
will appear in the title role There are
four acts and ten scenes IN this drama.
I.oulse Allen Collier has been en-
gagged py Lew NJ Fields to support
him In character work when he opens
the Herald Square theater. New York,
In September. Mrs. Collier Cancelled
her vaudeville engagements in order
to sign the contract.
Sam Houston written by John Nc
Govern aud Clay Clement. will be en-
tirely Chicago contribution 10 the
stage. Mr.. Clement will be remem-
bered for his excellent performance OF
Baron Hohenstauffen in his own play.
The New Dominion
silvio Helm, composer and BENJAMIN
Hapgood Burt, author Of Marie cahills
new play, have returned TO New York
from Rutland, VT. the home OF Mr..
Burt whore they prepared the musical
numbers Of the production, which will
be one Of the first to open the regular
New York season. M
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1906-08-08
OUR cRops.

The outlook at this time ID for good
business for the grain trade, heavy
tonnages for the railroads and remu-
nerative returns for the farmers
Minneapolis Journal
The wheat crop is an assured sue
cess. The prospect for corn Is unusu-
ally good. That presages a generous
fall and winter trade In nearly all
lines Of business. Cleveland Leader.
The fotr great farm crops Of corn,
hay, wheat and oats, named in the
order OF their gross value. will, prob.
ably BIO worth this year some s2,750,-
100000, All the gold dug in all the
world In the Ala years since Column
bus found the new continent would
buy but four such crops.-New York
World.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1906-08-08
NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS.
Office Of the City Treasurer,
Rarre VI July 10 1905

Office Of the City Treasurer,
Barre, VT, July 10, 1906.
All taxpayers 81 the City Of Barre
are hereby notified that the city coun-
ell Of this city have this day placed
the tax bill for the year 1905 IN my
hands for collection and are further no
tilted that said taxes must be paid at
this Office on or before the Goth day Of
August, 1906 II not paid on or before
that date there win be added to the
tax bill FIVE per cent, together with
the officers fees for collection, namely,
eight per cent ON tax bill, ten cents for
The warrant and fifty cents officers fees.
Remember, August 20, 1905, is the last
date that you can pay your taxes this
year without the conditions above
enumerated.
James Mackay, City Treasurer
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1906-08-08

The time required for d journey
around the earth by man walking day
and night, without resting, would be
a2S days: an express train, forty days;
sound at medium temperature, thirty
two and one-half hours; light, little
over one-tenth Of SECOND. and cleo
tricity, passing through copper wire,
a little under one-tenth of a second.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1906-08-08
TALK OF THE TOWN.

Old gold and silver wanted at re-
fincrs, prices in exchange for goods at
+. Z. Burr's.
For SsIe. One baby carriage; one oil
stove, almost new. Apply at "a Sum
mer street, upstairs.
Stone cutters' glasses, aoc per pair.
Lenses, per pair, Sc. i. E. Burr 8 Co.,
1875 North Main street.
Reynolds & Son are the local agents
for the Pitkin Supply 60. and carry q
large stock of Dallett Stone Working
Tools.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1906-08-08
Organizes Hens 10 Ala church.

John G. Herman has organized the
chickens n the neIghborhood OF the
Wesley Episcopal church near Sykes.
Vile, Md. into missionary socie-
~ to raise funds for the church.
Each hen is lay member, so TO speak,
for the farmers OF the neighborhood
have agreed 70 turn over to the church
every egg that the hens lay on Sunday.
These eggs afe TO be taken to the
church each Sunday afternoon at the
hour Of the Epwortl league meeting
and placed in basket at one side OF
the pulpit.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1906-08-08
TRUST THRUSTS.

The trusts are like weeds The
more they are pulled up the more they
seem to grow--Los Angeles Times.
The trusts may just as well be on
their good behavior, as the present
congress has another whack at them
In its short session. Atlanta Journal.
1t just seems to have occurred to
people who have had grievances
against monopolists that offenders can
be hauled up for conspiracy. -Clncin-
natl Enquirer
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1906-08-08
Pen Sitting.

The center slit in the pen IS cut by a
machine which seems almost too thick.
1t consists OF two chiseis which barely
pass each other when the slit Is made,
and the exact way In which the pen IL
poised so ais TO place the chisels IN the
proper position for cutting ls one Of the
marvels Of penmaking.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1906-08-08
THE BARRE DAILY TIMES
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9. 1906
IUsT THE SAME OLE puTY

just the same old risk, Just the same old
remedy, insurance. 57th year, doing
business in As states.
The National Life Insurance Company
Of Vermont (mutual). Organized in
1850. S. S. Ballard, General Agent.
n. b. Ballard. Local Agent, Rooms 2
and 3, Miles Block, Barre, vt.