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The Florida agriculturist., 1907-10-23

Tropical Station, has budded a large
number Of them and they will be ready
for distribution this fall or winter.
This fruit ripens about the first of
September.
Rev. L. S. RAIDER, of Manu. has a
sport bearing the first time this year.
The fruit is very large, equal in size
to the Pollock. The tree is a very
thrifty grower At this writing (Aug-
ust 27th) the fruit is immature, SO that
it is impossible to Judge of it's quality.
Those who have seen it are charmed
with its appearance, and if it should
prove to be Of good quality it will be
a great acquisition to the avocado
family.
A few days since we visited the home
of Mr.. Hobbs, south Of Cocoanut
Grove, to examine an avocado which
very superior variety. No one knows
'nvthing of its origin. The tree was
on the place when Mr.. Hobbs pur-
chased it. The fruit is very large and
when mature is of dark red or purple
color. We secured two fine specimens
md when ripe will test them. Mrs.
Hobbs reports that it has very small
seed and that it is Undoubtedly the
best avocado she has ever tasted" IF
Mrs. Hobbs opinion of the fruit is
correct it will become very valuable,
IS it ripens later than the Pollock.
Each year there are many seedlings
coming into bearing and each year
there are valuable acquisitions made
to this far1i1v What avocado fancierS
are looking for now is a fruit of dis
tinctively good qualities which ripens
in midwinter The Trapp has been
known to hold its fruit as late as
March.
The Florida agriculturist., 1907-10-23
THE AVOCADO OF THE
FUTURE.

There is almost as much difference
between a fine budded avocado and
Seeding as there is between a we'll
grown Baldwin apple and a Seeding.
We are of the opinion that the avoca-
does that color when we'll ripened to
a dark red or purple will be much more
valued by the trade than one that
ripens and holds it's green or pale
green color. This class of fruit is much
more attractive Our reason for think
ing this is the general market condi-
tons. In the apple market the apple
which appeals to the eye is generally
the best seller and more sought after.
Take the Ben Davis, with it's rich rosy
cheeks, always finds a quick market at
good prices, yet it is to Our mind one
of the poorest apples in the market, it
having no distinct flavor, yet its mag
nifcent coloring sells it in the markets
Of the world. So we believe it will be
with the avocado-the one with BRIGHT
high colorings will be the one that will
be sought after by the consumers.
The Florida agriculturist., 1907-10-23
NEW STRAINS.

Almost every year new and valuable
avocadoes are being discovered. The
Pollock, which is SO popular now, was
originated by Mr.. Pollock, of Miami
It is a chance Seeding, growing to a
very large size and having small seed
and a delicious flavor A few days
from DR.. L. S. RAIDER, of Miami, and
sent them with others to the James
town Exposition. The three fruits
weighed six and three-fourths pounds,
or two and a quarter pounds each.
The Trapp avocado is another
chance Seeding originating at Cocoa
nut Grove. This is a much smaller
fruit in size,"and its chief merit is that
it ripens late in the fall which charac-
terlstic makes it a most valuable ac-
QUESTION.
The Baldwin is another variety which
was originated on the farm of William
Baldwin, near Miami, and is consider
ed very valuable fruit It ripens
tim late
The Rico is of uncertain origin, so
far as the writer has been informed.
MS fru1t r1penS about the same time
AS the Baldwin and is considered a very
superior fruit.
The Blackman is new variety, the
tree fruiting for the first time. It is
of Philippine origin. A sample fruit
was sent to the United States Tropical
Laboratory for inspection and testing.
Those in charge were so much pleased
with it that they wanted a specimen to
send to the fruit experts in Washing
ton. The fruit was sent and reached
its destination in first class condition
and was given a most thorough test.
he government officials we're so pleas
ed with it that in reporting on it they
said it was one Of the best, if not the
best avocado they had ever tasted.
Professor Wester, of the United States
The Florida agriculturist., 1907-10-23
The Citrange in the North.

There is large part of this state in
which it is not practicable to grow
oranges, and still greater territory in
which it is impossible to raise lemons.
1t is not probable that really good
sweet oranges will be grown very much
north of the present line of profitable
orange culture, at least for many years.
Still it is now practicable to grow va
rieties of the citrus family which will
furnish an excellent acid drink, which
would be wholesome and refreshing
during the summer. We refer to the
recently introduced varieties known as
The Florida agriculturist., 1907-10-23
ONLY A SMALL SECTION.

There is but comparatively a small
section of South Florida where the
'vocodo can be successfully grown 1t
is purely a tropical fruit and the trees
will stand but a slight frost They
have been and are grown on the main
land as far north as Merritt's Island ;
but during the cold winters the trees
have been killed to the ground In the
southern portion of Dade county and
on the Florida Keys the avocado
grows to it's full perfection; in fact, a
Dade county avocado is superior in
flavor to those grown in the best
portions of Cuba.
The Florida agriculturist., 1907-10-23
Growing the Avocado
of
Fruit Future.

than the avocado. 1t Aourishes we'll on
the high rocky ridges and so far has
few if any insect enemies. We have
seen trees begin fruiting the third year
from the seed There is no fruit tree
grown here that will stand SO much
absolute abuse and neglect and at the
same time return it's owner full crop
Of fruit each year.
The Florida agriculturist., 1907-10-23
THE FUTURE OF THE AVOCA-

There is no fruit grown in any por-
ton Of the United States that has a
brighter future than this. In the New
York market, at the fruit stores, they
sell for from 50 to IS cents each, and
their popularity is Increasing each
wear. The demand is for the known or
hudded varieties. The fruit growers Of
Dade county are awakening to their
opportunities and are planting these
varieties as rapidly as possible, realiz-
ing that an avocado orchard is better
than a gold mine.
The Florida agriculturist., 1907-10-23
. THE AVOCADO TREE.

There is perhaps not a more thrifty
growing tree in this southern section
The Florida agriculturist., 1907-10-23
Thrip Juice No. 1---F0r Scale on Oranges

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clean and leaves no bad effect when used accord
ing to directions. Yours truly. JOHN P. TOMS.
PSI find can use two dippers full instead of
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
Old British sattIeships.

A writer in the Manchester Guard fan has just pointed out that the Brit annia, which has recently joined the fleet at Gibraltar. Is only the fourth English battleship of that name. The first was built In Charles ITS reign, about the time that he also introduced the Britannia into our coinage. as the once Window remarked few days ago. The second Britannia fought at Trafalgar; the third in the Black sea in 1854, since when we have had no ship of that name until now. An old list of ships of the queens navy. made in 1875, should suggest some new names to us now. The Bonaventure was one. There was the Elizabeth Jonas. "a name devised by her grace fin remembrance of her deliverance from her enemies. as was the prophet Jonah delivered from the belly of the whale;" there was the Tiger. "so-call- ed of her exceeding swiftness and nim- bleness, of course" and the Mary Rose. the Bark of Bullen. the Hand maid. the Antelope. the White Bear. the Genet. the Achates and-the Dread. not.-London Chronicle.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
Barred MonopoIlsts,

On . recent occasion down south" three little negroes. Moses, Jackson and Timmy, were called into "the house" by "Marse" John, who had owned their grandfather. He informed them that he would give ten bright new cents to the one of them who would tell him what were the three best things in the world. The coins were placed on . table and the white man held out three straws of different lengths, the boy who should draw the longest straw to have the first say. Timmy. the happy winner of this straw, was asked:
 Well, what are the three best things in the world?"
 Without a moments hesitation he answered unctuously:
 T knows. The three bestest things in de worl am possum n sweet 'taties n gravy" Noses and Jackson, made simul taneous grab for the money and made off with 1t, one of them shouting bacl in a belligerent tone:
 He ain't gwine to hab de money too, for dem's all de bestest things ir de worl'."
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20

When past middle age, there comes . noticeable weakening of the organs of the body. and the danger of quick decline. It is quite necessary to give prompt help to any part that first shows signs of wear.
 Healthy kidneys mean hale old age. Weak kidneys bring constant backache. lame back. stitches and twinges of pain. annoying urinary troubles. and the danger of diabetes or Brights disease. There is likely to be a loss of albumen and a gain os uric acid and other poisons. with loss of flesh. vigor and nervous force.
 Doan's Kidney Pills bring quick help to sick kidneys. and are entirely free from poisonous drugs; 1t is remedy that can be taken by young pr old. weak or strong, and in every ease with prompt benefit.
 If you have backache. lame or weak back. quick pains when stopping or lifting: if you are tired and nervous. have headache. dizzy spells. watery
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
FAYETTEVILLE WATERFRONT
WATERFOWL JOTTlNCS

Although the trolley cars have been running but a few days, great deal of dissatisfaction is heard from the patrons in regard to the present terminal, and efforts will be made to have the line extended further into the town. x.
 w. J. Munson, c. B. Mattoon and A. H. Scovill went to Waterbury yes terday as witnesses for the town in the suit of R. T. Lewis against the town for damages to his property by change of grade of the highway.
 John Taylor has returned to Or angeburg, N. c.
 The K. o. K. A basketball team defeated team from Naugatuck on Monday evening by the score of 26 to 19.
 Miss Bessie Hancock, who has been visiting friends in Troy. N. Y., for the past few weeks, has returned. Harold Painter is i'll and under the doctors care. A successful rally was held by the local chapter of the Epworth league at the Methodist church last evening. Many visitors were present from Wa terbury and Wateryille. Robert Downs has accepted posi- tion with the Heminway & Bartlett Silk Co.
 w. s. Barlow is visiting friends in I New Milford.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
WATERvlLLE.

Mir and Mrs George l.. Jenks have returned from visit with relatives in Manchester, N. H. :.
 John Kane is reported on the sick list.
 Mrs James Scanlon has returned from attending the funeral of rela- tive in Scuthington.
 The Elm basketball team will play the Y. NJ. c. A. team in the Firemen's hall February 26.
 Joseph Senasac has returned 10 his home in Springfield, Mass. Devotion at St MichaePs R. c. church tonight at 7:3O.
 Miss Lillian Lane has returned from visit with friends in Bristol.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
statue Of Hamlet at ElsIners.

ia a favorite haunt of Shakespearean enthusiasts visiting Denmark. Book in hand, one may see them following the lines that allude to the scenes be- fore them; pausing in the park of Marienlyst, suburb of Elsinore, to gaze at the statue of Hamlet by the sculptor Peterson. or wandering to the rugged tumulus. surmounted by a monolith, marking what is reyerenced as the tomb of the Danish prince. The humblest passer-by is familiar with the legend of the prince; the pathetic fate of Ophelia; the fearful apparition of the murdered king.
 A magnificent statue of Shakespeare was recently erected at Elsinore. the cost being defrayed by popular sub scription.
 Sothern and Marlowe must give their performance at Elsinore under difiiculties. The stage is too small for much of the customary scenery, and 1t is more than likely that the per. formance will be given in costume without scenic investiture. Forbes Robertson has done this on several occasions. notably at Harvard univer- sity. but 1t will be in the nature of . new experience for Sothern and Mar lowe. That such . performance can 1 be successfully and even impressive has been amply demonstrated
 The seating capacity of the theater | Is 50 small that it would obviously be impossible to sell seats at . price which would go far to defray the ex. pense of transportation and the pro I duction, even though the town of Eisi. uore is crowded with tourists and sum.
 mer residents ia the month of June. In all Likelihood the presentation will be more in the nature of an invitation
 performance, for there are not even
 seats enough to provide for all the
 people who might claim . right to be present. Considering the unique char acter of the performance it is reason ably safe to predict that the represen
 tatives of various Engiish and Euro
 pean magaxines and journals vill form . small army in tkemsslvea
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
HAMLET AT E[S|h0RE
AMERICAN ACTOR AND ACTRESS
 PLAN UNIQUE PERFORMANCE.
Sothern and MarloWe to Act at the Little Danish Town Where the Original Hamlet
 Lived,

A single performance of Hamlet Is to be given at Elsinore, the little Danish town where the plot of Shake speare's play Is laid. and an American actor and actress who have played the part so successfully in this coun' try are to be the actors in this unique enterprise.
 When Edward H. Sothern and Miss Julia Marlowe were planning their European tour the idea came to them to present the play of Hamlet" at the tiny theater at Elsinore, almost within the shadow of the ancient castle, where lived the original Hamlet, and this plan will be carried out within the next few months.
 Elsinore, where this performance will take place Is a fishing town of some 5000 inhabitants, situated about 24 miles from Copenhagen, and still is, as 1t has been for centuries, the home of legend and mystery. Hamlet was legend at the dawn of the seventeenth century, and here at Elsinore was where Shakespeare laid the scene of his Hamlet" A great pile of stone marks the grave Of the prince of Den mark, and not far of Is "Ophelia' s we'll" a little stream of pure water that springs from the side of the ledge. The story is that the original font had It's source in Ophelias tears. The castle of Elsinore, now used as barracks-for compulsory military service holds full sway in Denmark Is said to have been built during the twelfth century as a coast defense from the hostile armies of Sweden, The battlements, still we'll preserved frown as in days of yore on the blue
 waters of the sound, and menacing cannon are mounted on the walls. The
 castle, which was royal house and military fastness long centuries be I fore the birth of Shakespeare, re
 mains fortress and Is still inhabited
 by soldiers.
 As may well be imagined, ElsinOr(
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
The cas.Meas Man.

There Is a man in New York city whom every cat on the street runs to meet. Each day he calls to leave meat for the cats that are kept in warehouses on the water front as . protection against river rats On Sat urday mornings this cat caterer is al ways later, and the cats will not stir from home until he comes. The man thinks that the cats must read the calendars in the ofices to ind out when Saturday comes: if not how do they know,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
copper-PIsssd Aluminium.

A process of plating aluminium with copper by welding methods has been invented In Germany by Herr Wach- nitx This is regarded as important because one of the obstacles to . wider use of aluminium has been its comparative lack of resistance to the action of many fluids and its failurs te hold paint These objections are re- moved when it is covered with . thin plating of copper. wills its vs1g1t C not natdkiAlly fncrunDo1
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
vaIeneIa Fete Day Costume.

Valencia Fete Day Costume.
 In Valencia. on the fete days. the little girls have their hair dressed just exactly like that of their older sisters. having the front locks parted and coiled up into wheel at each temple. and the back hair elaborately ar ranged f1nm the nape of the neck to . few inches above the head, the coiffure being held secure by fancy pins.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
Women Alternatives

Some women frankly admit that they hAte pandering to the bumptious youth of the day. but that if they snub him, as he frequently deserves to bs snubbed. they get left without part ners at dances or any one to talk to at teas" which is only another proof of the fact that man and not woman dictates to society in England.- LadieG Field.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
The wusns,. ss Aas.

Cod has arranged . series Of tssts along one's path which b-iags out to view the principles which really govern us- By the time vs reaeh ed ase. if not before. tAese many efs- cbIss througA whfch or spfrits ars eA11sd b - hsve reDovod a1 duub4 e Co vhpU vo aro anA uhm vo ipva -0Mz1lk nEln1sl
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
HA[p|E:RlV'S l: l 5 N NEW YORK
 BARGAIN STORE 288 NORTH MAIN ST.
 Telephone Connection.
 SPECIAL. BARGAIN SALE

Copper Nickel Plated Tea kett3ss. 98c. worth $1.25. Copper Nickel Plated TeG Kettles.
 $1.49, worth $1.76. Heavy Copper Wash BoilerS. Ssos
 worth $1.25. Heavy Copper Wash Boilers 0ens
 worth $l.35. Heavy Copper Wash Boilers. $1.36s
 worth $1.50. Great cut down on all Parlor Lamps. Our prices are the lowest in the city. N. B.-Call and see our many bar- gains.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20

Few Jews Commit Suicide.
 Hebrews rarely commit suicide. In London there were only five cases in 34 years. Not a single suicide of Jewess was recorded last year in the United States.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
Each Man's Duty,
zs East Main.

Each Man's Duty.
 Each one of us is bound to make the little circle in which he lives bet ter and happier; each of us is bound to see that out. of that small circle the widest good may flow; each of us may have fixed in his mind the thought that out of single household may How influences which shall stim- ulate the whole commonwealth and the whole civilized world.-Dean Stanley.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
NAUCATUCK NUGGETS

The Beacon Valley grange is plan- ming special exercises for Washing tons birthday.
 Union Defenders day was observed by Naugatuck camp, Sons of Veterans in G. A. R. hall last evening. Isbell post, G. A. R., attended in body and speeches were made, the prin- cipal one by c. o. Robbins of Water bury, commander of Wadhams post, G. A. R.. of that city.
 Goodyear's Rubber Manufacturing company of Naugatuck, filed cer- tificate of incorporation yesterday with capital of $25.OOO: business to commence with S1O0O: incorporators, John J. Watson. Jamestown k. l., Clinton Van Vliet, Douglaston, N. Y.: Samuel Norris, Bristol, R. l., Homer F. Savage, New York: John D. Car berry. New York.
 Richard Freeman of Park place went before the borough board last night and filed protest against the present system of what he considered double assessment for property own- CTS, who are compelled to pay two assessments for sewer connections. MT Freeman was accompanied by several others, and all were Of the same mind with reference to paying an assessment of $25 more. They argued for reduction of the assess ment from $25 to $10, and later maintained that even $10 was ex- cessive when the previous assessment is considered. Clerk L. s. Beardsley of the board explained that the es- ! tablished rule in all cases was min imum assessment of $25, and that if Iany exceptions were made it would | immediately bring forth claims from | innumerable other property owners for corresponding reduction. The board was divided on the matter and it was finally voted to hold it over for two weeks, in order to secure ad- | ditional information from the borough engineer. MT Roberts stated | that the committee had recommended | the extension of time regarding the recent petition presented in the legis- lature asking for further extension of time for the Naugatuck Valley Electric Railway company, in which to extend it's tracks to Seymour and Millville. The borough treasurer, G. IT. Wigmore, submitted the following report of his office for the month end ing February 6:
 Dr.
 Jan ', to balance on hand, 5 5,410.5S Jan 9, to state treasurer. 333.34 | Jan 19, to borough clerk. 1,125.02 Feb5. to borough court... 97.94 2 Feb 6, to w. B. Brown, col
 lector 37,70S.26
 $44,675.14
 Or.
 Jan, by borough orders. .$10,337.24 Jan, by borough court or
 ders 134.5s $10,471.8s / Feb 6, balance in Nauga-
 tuck National hank S34203 31
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
NEW STRENGTH FOR OLD BACKS.

swellings under the eyes or around the ankles. rheumatic or neuralgia pain, gravel. scalding urine, too fire. quent passages. sandy or stringy sedi- ment in the urine. scanty or discolor- ed urine, or passages at night, be sure your kidneys need attention.
 Deans Kidney Pills is the best medicine to use. It has cured thou sands and will cure you.
 WATERBURY PROOF.
 Thomas Miller, wire worker, of S4 East Clay street. Waterbury, Conn.. says: "I was laid up with my back and had to quit work. I was suffer- ing pains through the loins and could hardly get out of bed in the morning Besides the weakness I felt frequent shooting pains through the loins and the medicines l had been taking had no more effect than go much water A friend of mine, boarding in this same house, told me to try Doan { Kidney Pills and I sent to the H. W. Lake Drug Co for a box and began using them. In three days time was so much better that got out oi the mouse and was back at work ir the shop"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-02-20
Feminine Remon.tr,nee..

Men are strange creatures. They grumble if we are extravagant and frivolous; they do not like us to be too simple in our habits.-Lady's Pic. torial