Preparing the soil for crops in early farming guidance
In this column Agricola argues soil must be pulverized for crops to access nutrients. Ploughing timing matters to avoid baked soil. thorough pulverization and well-mixed manure prepare the seedbed. Ensilage testimony from Freeman Williams and Thomas Metcalf supports larger stock, higher yields, and home fertilizer value. overall, more manure and stock are advocated for New England crops.
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Freeman Williams
Thomas Metcalf
Northfield
Canada
Prout
New England
Agricola
Ensilage Corn Yields and Cultivation Methods
A historical note discusses varieties of corn for ensilage, detailing yields from twenty to twenty-five tons per acre with Southern variety, methods of planting and hoeing, and the practical setup for cutting and carting. It cites a Franklin County Institute meeting where ensilage feeding practices are shared, including small-farm examples of acreage and fertilizer use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acre
Prout
Franklin County Institute
O. A
Esi Bernardston
Alsike Clover experiments and forage guide at Vassar convention
A report on Alsike or Swedish clover detailing its growth, drought resistance, seed yield, honey production, and pasturing behavior. The author describes planting 3 acres in 1883, yield of 640 pounds of seed, and notes improved milk production and honey from Alsike blossoms. Additional fertilizer insights and a long fruit list follow.
How to Rid Canada Thistles by Two Seasonal Cuttings
H E writes that winter is a good time to discuss removal of Canada thistles. A field seeded with clover and timothy produced thick thistles. two cuttings at the right times in one season proved successful, regardless of grass condition. Cut at first blossom, mow thoroughly, then lift with the grass and store. Repeated partial cutting as blossoms return yields a clean meadow next year with minimal thistles. Field examples show near total thistle elimination after two cuttings and two ploughings.
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Jethro Tull
W. HY
H. E
Market Bay
Reid
Live
K Journal
F V.P. Richmond
Ilies Ool
Weaid
Lam
New York Times
Jonathan Lawrence
Rt. Johnsbury
Mittheilungen Uber Lannwirthschatt
the Tribune
Omer
Parker Earle
Earle
Jon
Irow
Gomisey
Illinois Industri
University Farm
Northern demand cools as Southern peas flood markets
Green peas migrate from the South to the Northern market in large yearly shipments. By the time Northern pea vines bloom and farmers market, demand is already met and prices have fallen due to southern supply.
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Massachusetts
Changing Orchards Grafting Techniques For Home Growers
In orchard planting a variety mismatch is common and top grafting offers a seasonable remedy. Start early after fruiting and graft gradually on large trees. Use proper scion preparation, cloth wax wraps, and careful alignment of inner bark. Practice with twigs before attempting, says Midland Farmer.
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New Rochelle
Wilson
Missouri
Snyder
Germantown
Feeding oils and cakes to pastures boosts cattle and soil
The National Live Stock Journal notes that feeding rich foods to stock on pasture can improve pasture health and allow higher stocking rates. It cites oil cake as an example, claiming cattle growth pays for feed while most fertilizer remains as manure. A method released manure evenly with a wide brush, enhancing grass roots and soil.
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National Live Stock Journal
Making Dilt Edged Butter From Green Fodder Rules
A practical guide for butter making from clean cows and churns. Emphasizes feeding cows green fodder, clean milking areas, prompt skimming, and proper churning technique. Advises washing the udder, using barrel churns, and salting with optional sugar for flavor.
Better Times for Shepherds as Wool Market Shifts
The Sheep Farmer of Chicago argues for a turning tide in favor of American wool growers. Australian drought losses threaten cheap wool, but rising production costs may raise prices, improving American competitiveness while Australia expands cattle and population. The piece notes demand for fine wool keeping pace with supply and predicts shifting regional markets.
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Chicago
Australia
America
Milk Versus Home Dairy Profits in Farmer Studies
Handing Milk by C H Waterhouse analyzes dairy economics for farmers. He compares selling milk at the door to making butter and cheese at home, detailing costs, yields, and profitability of skimmed milk, calves, veal, hogs, and butter under varying prices and production methods.
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C. H. Waterhouse
Barrington
Mass
Dairymen’s Association
Petroleum as cheap paint and preservation material
A Country Gentleman article argues for using crude petroleum mixed with fish oil as a cheap, durable paint and protective coating for roofs walls and farm tools. It claims better water resistance than linseed oil, longevity on cedar shingles, and practical applications from roofing to tool care.
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Atlantic
Grape Vines Under Rough Glass Improve Fruit Color and Health
A London Garden writer discovers vines in houses fare better under rough rolled glass than clear glass. He notes superior fruit quality and foliage health with fewer red spider issues, attributing the green state to subdued sunlight. The piece also covers wide ranges of farm tips from roofing coatings to fumigation, onion and okra varieties, maple sugar, pruning, and sheep scab management.
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London Garden
Amely
Portugal
Southport
New York
Michigan
New Yorker
Carter
Boston Cooking School Demonstrates Fish a la Vinaigrette
A Boston Cooking School update shows Katherine A. Leonard and Ida A. Maynard now head the school after Mrs. Lincoln’s resignation. The article details a fish baked with stuffing, a Hollandaise sauce, a fish au vinaigrette, Oyster Croquettes, and a simple rice dessert with whipped cream.
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Boston Cooking School
Lincoln
Katherine A. Leonard
Ida A. Maynard
H. F. Bethman
Weekly Globe Club List itemized subscription catalog
A partial 19th century catalog listing various magazines and journals with prices, including American Dairyman American Poultry Journal Atlantic Monthly and more Our items note new subscriptions and instructions about ordering limits and starting issues with THE WEEKLY GLOBE
A Queer Little Colt Found in a Cave Near Mace's Hole
Five men hunting deer three weeks ago found a large cave in the Whitstone range near Mace's Hole. Inside they spotted a mare with a suckling colt. they captured the colt and brought it to Mr. Robinson's ranch eight miles from town. The colt has no hair, eyes like glass globes, cannot see in daylight, but navigates in the dark. Robinson believes the foal was born in the cave and had never seen daylight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pueblo Star
Mace's Hole
Whitstone Range
Col Hey
Mr. Robinson
Hale’s Money and Cure Advertisements in 19th Century Catalog
An OCR listing features Hale's Money as a cough cure at 26¢, Glenn's Sulphur Soap for healing and beautifying at 25¢, German Corn Remover for corns and tinions, Hill's Hair and Whisker Dye in black and brown at 50¢, Pike's Toothache Drops claiming a one minute cure at 25¢, and Dean's Rheumatic Pills priced 50¢ as a supposed sure cure.
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Hale
Glenn
Hill
Pike
Dean
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