25 Oct 1871
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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1871
Page
1
Lee the Farmer invites readers in Stephenson County to contribute articles on farming topics. Content should be written clearly on one side of the paper and directed to improve local agriculture.
Advice on growing evergreens from seed with an arbor of laths to filter sun and air. Warns against overcropping vines, describes Col Hanper's concussion method for insects, praises the new Quince variety from Coxsackie, and explains keeping grape scions in jars. Also covers mulching blackberries, root-origin grafting, and the value of blooded stock for farm prosperity.
A veteran cattle breeder shares practical lessons on profitable stock selection. He emphasizes buying stock with strong flesh-growth, even at high prices, arguing many raisers fail by balking at the costs needed to secure superior animals. He plans to discuss further insights from his decades of experience.
President Grant issues a proclamation demanding dispersal of unlawful combinations in Spartanburg York Marion Chester Laurens Newberry Fairfield Lancaster and Chesterfield counties within five days. Citizens must surrender arms to U.S. marshals or military officers as martial law looms against the so-called Invisible Empire.
A collage of aphorisms and humorous vignettes on virtue, happiness, and social quirks. Included are reflections on character, wit about neighbors, love, aging, and a light hotel-room anecdote from Saratoga. Notable bits touch on generosity, temperance, and everyday folly with a period newspaper voice.
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