Grass culture and independence through Guinea grass farming
The piece extols grass cultivation as the basis of independence, praising Guinea grass for hay and hog feed. J. S. Van Ness advocates dedicating 1 to 3 acres to Guinea grass, claiming 2 tons of hay per acre per 35 days in summer and abundant hog feed roots, urging South farmers to switch from fodder to grass. It also reflects on farmer virtues and notes Michigan Farmer on measuring hay stacks.
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Ediiters
South
Europe
America
Providence
Esas
Aneil
van Ness
Farmers Home Life and Agricultural Practices
The article extols farmer homes as centers of culture and family life away from toil, praising education, artistry, and moral progress influenced by agricultural colleges. It then details broom corn cultivation, sowing, weed control, bending stalks, harvesting, and drying, highlighting evergreen varieties and high yields.
Georgia Farmer's Rise From Humble Farm Hand to Prosperous Planter
A Georgia farmer near Americus rises from a wartime wage earner to a renowned planter. He expects ninety bales of cotton this year, will not sell before spring, and can hold crops. He owns a premier Southwest Georgia plantation and sells many Southern products. Last year he produced 1600 gallons of syrup and has sold over 200 pounds of butter this year.
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Amerine
Americus
Georgia
Importance of concerted action among farmers for cooperation
The author urges stronger cooperative effort within the Grange, arguing farmers can organize despite past views of scattered property. Leaders must plan and teach, empowering members to think independently while elevating citizenship and advancing the order’s noble aims.
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Peter
Grange
Southern Democrats Reject Grant as Presidential Candidate
The Mobile Am J Register argues Southern whites will oppose Grant citing fears of centralized power and potential unity of black and white voters for the Democratic ticket. It notes a contrast with Northern factions and references historic ship tonnage figures for Noah's ark and the Great Eastern.
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