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Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Dec 30, 1893

Page

4

Dry Airy Shelter and Care for Farm Tools

Advice from The American Agriculturist urges farmers to store tools and machines in a dry airy shelter and to prep them for use. Coat metal surfaces with oil or mineral paint, apply boiled linseed oil, and keep tools sharp and parts repaired. Regular upkeep saves time and avoids rust and decay.

Wintering Bees Under Snow Says Two Thirds Coverage Harms

Axapisman notes in Gleanings In Bee Culture that hives covered two thirds up the brood chamber gain a benefit, but two thirds up the cap or fully covered causes harm. Snow warmth makes bees overconsume honey, distend bodies, and die of old age in late winter, while young bees lack September October vigor, leading to spring dwindling.

American Bee Journal

Early Egyptian Hair Wash Recipe Unearthed by Professor Macalisher

In ancient Egyptian medical writings translated from soiled papyri by Professor Macalisher, a hair wash recipe appears. It lists dog foot pad, date palm fruit, and hoof boiled in a sauce, with directions to rub thoroughly for use to promote growth.

Macalisher Chata

Washington at Monmouth 1778 Battle and Lee’s Controversy

In May 1778 Washington marches from Valley Forge to Monmouth as Clinton moves toward New Brunswick. Lafayette and Wayne propel American attacks while Lee clashes with Washington over strategy, leading to a fierce night retreat and the ensuing questioning of Lee’s conduct. Washington restores command and reshapes the field, with Moll Pitcher aiding artillery.

Valley Forge Clinton Philadelphia Delaware River New Jersey Hudson Valley New York City Washington Hudson Burgoyne Saratoga Delaware Trenton New Brunswick Raritan River Schuylkill Fayette Wayne Lee Charles Scott Lafayette Monmouth Amboy Sandy Hook Morgan Monmouth Courthouse Batts Virginia Scott Owen Opoe W. N Dickinson Loga Asender Lea Anthony Marquis Lafayette Enac Ayette Freehold Royal Grenadiers Moll Pitcher Moulton 291

Stable manure use in farming gains mixed praise

The Rural New Yorker notes conditions where large manure applications pay off, citing market gardeners and a strawberry grower who applied heavy rates. It highlights manure's phosphoric acid shortfall and suggests adding super phosphate to every load to balance growth and ripening.

New Yorker

His Plan Named In Ellipses By Curious Letter

Eleanor recalls a man who indicated his wealth only by a brief signature. Gladys scorns the form while Trath notes the peculiarity of the closing line, which reads Sincerely yours smithson with garbled symbols.

Gladys Eleanor Trath

Poultry Scalding Guide Improves Skin Set Before Peck

Instructions note water should be near boiling but not boiling to set the skin before plucking. This method keeps the outer layer firm so it does not peel away with feathers, improving the final appearance.

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