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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1880
Page
3
A fragmented 19th century dairy piece discusses cows Nellie 2 and a herd, noting milk yield and calving, with long digressive commentary on breed traits, meat value, and family farming costs. It blends dairy, beef, and preservation details with commentary on tenderness and flavor.
An article describes fungal black wart disease on plum trees and the need for early removal of affected nuts and debris. It explains how infected trees should be pruned or destroyed to prevent spread and outlines steps to stimulate vigorous growth in remaining trees. It notes salt treatment and ground coverage as possible aids and urges gardeners to monitor for signs of infection.
The article describes thinning fruit to improve size and quality, stressing mulch and ground care to prevent bruising as fruit ripens. It notes heavy apple crops and light pear crops, urges timely thinning, and warns against overstocking trees. It cites practices from The Fragrance Orchard and emphasizes removing low branches and protecting fruit futures.
Fragmentary OCR text describing farming methods and seasonal guidance. References to manure, soils, compost, and crop preparation. Contains scattered names and place-like terms but lacks coherent events or clear attributions.
A fragmented 19th century text discusses strawberry crop timing and spacing, noting plant out during autumn and potential yields. It mentions patch size, labor, watering, soil, and weather, with various regional references and aged advice from horticultural discourse. The piece blends cultivation details with dated anecdotes and place names.
An extended agricultural summary covers wheat and turnip crops, manure use, and harvest timing. It notes storage practices, shrinkage data, and prices from markets, including cattle and horse movements to Nebraska and New England, with commentary on crop quality and feeding practices.
A fragmented report recounts a veteran player from New York facing a farewell season. The tale hints at high hopes, a battle with injury, and a long road back to form as fans await a decisive Encore.
An extended, fragmentary account recalls a night at a London venue featuring a Chinese tramp act. It notes performance details, reactions, and the theater’s response to the unusual act, with references to managers, financial concerns, and public reception. The piece mentions Drury Lane and West End venues and comments on the era’s theatrical trends.
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