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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1889
Page
2
Advice on lime as essential soil fertility from ancient to modern times. Discusses lime effects on ashes, gypsum, silicate decomposition, feldspar, and green sand. Includes notes on ammonia costs, fertilizer forms, and tabled nitrogen values. also covers alfalfa hay, curing, and livestock feeding considerations.
Markets review nitrogen and phosphatic materials used by farmers. Nitrogen prices rose and fell from 12.7 to 14.1 cents per pound in wholesale nitrate of soda, with Connecticut retail around 16 cents. Sulphate of ammonia hovered 14.7 to 15.8 cents wholesale, retail about 17 to 18 cents. Dried blood and other nitrogen sources ranged 11.8 to 15 cents wholesale, bone and fish products varied, with fish at 18 cents. Phosphatic materials showed boneblack rising from 7.75 to 19.20 dollars, ground Charleston rock from 9.25 to 10.25, and available phosphoric acid around 3.7 to 4.05 cents. Phosphates and potash also fluctuated, with muriate of potash near 3.46 to 4.2 cents and kainit rising to 10 dollars per ton. Overall, nitrates, ammonia salts, and organic nitrogen posted gains. raw-material prices moved upward through the year.
William Falconer notes that Maine and Nova Scotia seed potatoes outperform local homegrown seed for early plantings. He cites growers like Hallock in Suffolk and Abram Van Sicklin in Queens who save their own seed, with lateplanted seed tubers sprouting less in winter and preserving vigor. White-skinned varieties face market prejudice, while pink-skinned Early Rose remains preferred for early crops.
The article discusses sowing alfalfa in spring after frost, sow thickly for a robust stand, and harrowing after emergence. It notes two first-year hay cuts and a yearly harrow to loosen soil, promoting root growth and health for horses.
An Omaha era article argues Nebraskans should plant grapes, detailing vine selection and planting steps. It advises buying healthy one year olds, spacing eight feet, preparing deep holes with loosened subsoil, staking with oak, planting Concord and Moore’s Early or similar hardy varieties, and regular weekly cultivation to yield 1000 pounds per acre. It notes proper watering, winter hardiness, and avoiding overwatering.
Professor Stewart reports from Country Gentleman that feeding sorghum in ordinary amounts is not dangerous to breeding livestock. Excess sugar in sorghum juice may harm ovaries and fertility, but typical use with careful timing and silage is considered safe, with limited risk unless sugar content is extreme.
The Chicago Tribune notes cattle readiness cost as two and a half cents per pound, yielding about 60 percent profit across the chain from raiser to retailer. A 1000 pound bullock costs roughly 26 dollars to place on market and, after multiple stages, yields around 45 dollars in final dressed meat value. The retailer's take appears substantial, yet he claims no profit.
The Cornell University Experiment Station attempted baiting click beetles whose larvae are wire worms. In twelve traps they caught 482 beetles. Freshly cut clover clusters proved the most effective bait, with a sweetened dough mix of one part sugar to ten parts corn contributing to the lure.
A 1887 farmer tracks feed costs for 20 calves from October to July, weighing monthly and adjusting rations. Findings show ration cost rises from 3.77 to higher per day, with June costs 2.77 times the initial 64 days. Conclusion favors pushing beef cattle to reach maturity quickly within safe digestion.
The Prairie Farmer recalls a prior claim that a Mr Friend offered a process to convert sorghum and corn starch sugar into pure refined cane sugar. Investors from Chicago New York and London backed the scheme to raise about 1 million dollars before it collapsed, leaving many duped. The piece cautions farmers against Ponzi like schemes and urges reading reputable agricultural journals.
The Live Stock Journal describes Colonel A Thompson's horse hoof protection using molded percha plates under the shoe to prevent snow balling. It also advises on bacon curing from 100 pound hog sides, apple shipment prices to England, merits of Southdown sheep for meat and wool, and notes on potash in corn cobs as a cattle feed supplement and soap ingredient.
Mrs Youngwife tears up recounting a quarrel with Charley over the past week. Mrs Farveau comments on the idea of revenge and hints at domestic tensions shown through a playful kitchen exchange about making angel cake.
Knitting rules for a shawl, Alpine hood, and shoulder cape are detailed by Mrs Eva Marie A Knitted Shawl. Materials include star light Shetland wool and zephyr yarns with No 12 and No 11 needles. Additional notes cover table glass, biscuit jars, punch bowls, and porcelain cases, citing the Washington family collection and European makers.
Washington Star reports elevator conductor at the Washington Monument notes passengers vary in fear during the nine minute ascent. He recalls a nervous first woman who had to be escorted off and reassured, while many strong men tremble at height. He observes women aren’t cowards here, men are.
CEI Paso special in the St Louis Globe-Democrat reports heavy first snows in New Mexico aloft, especially Bierra county. Captain Grazier, trapped on Diamond Creek to Chloride, killed his horse, crawled into its warm carcass for seven days, survived by eating liver, and was found frostbitten near Fairview on Cadrillo Negro creek.
A man proclaims his passion and receives a favorable reply yet the girl shows fear. He reassures her, saying she should decide herself, while she responds with "Yes" and notes her own risk in accepting. The moment hints at tension as both navigate desire and hesitation.
A historical look at theatre prop masters detailing their craft from papier mache to stage deceptions. The piece describes a prop room, tools, and techniques for snow, thunder, and moon effects, with a vivid anecdote about Lester Wallack demanding a moon cue during a rehearsal.
A brief, humorous exchange set on Hayti involving a U S Naval Officer seeking redress for a military uniform and General Invalidity expressing frustration at the island. The dialogue highlights comic miscommunication over proper attire for a Haytian army on the island.
A Chicago Journal piece extols Turkish baths as revitalizing, likening the heat and steam to April warmth and spring rains. The author urges women in Chicago to spend a dollar for healthful baths twice a month to strengthen health and prolong life.
The New York Sun reports a craze for women wearing watches in odd places. Three ladies in a streetcar sat with timepieces in the umbrella handle, in the pocketbook clasp, and in a bracelet on the left arm. A Viennese lacelet watch aims to be the ugliest Broadway ornament yet.
A fragmentary note from Boston appears with garbled text and uncertain names. The readable portion hints at a local news item or advertisement but lacks clear details or identifiable entities.
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